Sustained Substance Abuse Recovery
Our therapists provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to help you navigate the challenges of long-term recovery, develop coping tools, and strengthen your confidence in maintaining lasting sobriety.
Recovery isn’t a single decision — it’s a continuous process of growth, healing, and self-discovery.
- Cravings or urges triggered by stress or trauma
- Guilt, shame, or fear of relapse
- Difficulty rebuilding relationships or trust
- Managing co-occurring anxiety, depression, or PTSD
- Loneliness or loss of identity after substance use
- Burnout from “always having to be strong”
- Struggles with structure, accountability, or motivation
- Emotional ups and downs in the absence of old coping mechanisms
Therapy offers a space to explore these experiences honestly and learn tools to stay grounded and intentional in your recovery journey.
Common Challenges in Sustained Recovery
Our Approach to Sustained Recovery Therapy
We focus on long-term support that honors both your resilience and your ongoing needs. Our approach integrates evidence-based modalities with deep compassion — helping you maintain emotional stability and purpose over time.
Our methods may include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifies thought patterns that can trigger cravings or self-doubt and helps replace them with healthier coping strategies.
- Relapse Prevention Planning: Builds awareness around triggers and strengthens strategies for maintaining recovery.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI): Encourages self-reflection, goal setting, and commitment to lasting change.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Helps you stay present and aligned with your values, even during setbacks or stress.
- Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Techniques: Support emotional regulation and help you reconnect with your body and inner calm.
Your therapist will meet you where you are — whether you’re reestablishing stability, managing co-occurring mental health challenges, or deepening your understanding of life in recovery.
What to Expect in Sustained Recovery Therapy
Each recovery journey is unique, but therapy often includes:
Recovery is not about perfection — it’s about persistence and self-compassion.
on-going reflection
Celebrate progress, address setbacks with compassion, and create structure for continued growth.
Rebuild trust and navigate social or family dynamics with clarity and boundaries.
relationship work
Develop practical tools for managing cravings, stress, and emotional ups and downs.
skill-building
Identify triggers and strengthen your support systems.
Relapse prevention planning
FIRST SESSION
Explore your history, goals, and current challenges in maintaining recovery.
- Maintain motivation and accountability
- Strengthen emotional resilience and self-awareness
- Manage co-occurring mental health symptoms
- Build supportive relationships and community
- Reconnect with purpose and identity beyond addiction
- Navigate stress without returning to old patterns
Why Sustained Recovery Therapy Matters
Start Sustained Recovery Therapy in New Jersey
If you’re seeking ongoing support in your recovery journey, Olive Branch Therapy Group is here to help. Our licensed therapists offer Sustained Substance Abuse Recovery Therapy in East Brunswick, Somerville, and online across New Jersey.
