Herby Bell
Herby Bell
Episode 19: Couples in Addiction Recovery
Episode 19: Couples in Addiction Recovery
Episode 19: Couples in Addiction Recovery
Tuesday 5th January 2021
Dr. Bob Navarra discusses how relational therapy can help couples in addiction recovery rebuild their relationships and maintain sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Together: Strengthening Relationships in Addiction Recovery
The long-term net effects are better outcomes for maintaining abstinence and recovery As Long As Eight Years down the line. Those are the folks that are most likely to maintain continuous sobriety during that period of time.
Relationships can be the bedrock of our lives, but what happens when addiction shakes that foundation? In this episode of 'Sober Conversations', Dr. Bob Navarra sits down with host Herby Bell to explore the crucial role of relational therapy in addiction recovery, especially for couples. Dr. Navarra, a seasoned family therapist trained in the Gottman Method, sheds light on how addiction can wreak havoc on relationships and why addressing it is vital for recovery.
He talks about the infamous 'Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse' - criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling - as major predictors of relationship breakdowns and offers practical solutions to counter these destructive patterns. Through his extensive experience, Dr. Navarra emphasizes the importance of creating new communication rituals and relational habits that foster connection and hope. He also shares insights into how the Gottman Method can help couples rebuild their relationships and support each other’s sobriety.
Whether you're in a relationship affected by addiction or simply interested in understanding the dynamics at play, this episode provides valuable advice and encouragement for navigating these challenges together.