Structured Relapse Prevention (SRP) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals maintain long-term recovery from addictive behaviors, such as substance use or compulsive behaviors like gambling or overeating. SRP focuses on identifying and addressing the factors that contribute to relapse, developing coping strategies, and creating a plan to prevent relapse in the future.
How Does Structured Relapse Prevention Work?
In Structured Relapse Prevention, our therapists work collaboratively with individuals to:
- Identify High-Risk Situations: We help individuals identify triggers, cues, and situations that may increase their risk of relapse, such as stress, negative emotions, or exposure to substances or addictive behaviors.
- Develop Coping Strategies: We teach individuals effective coping strategies to manage cravings, urges, and stressors, such as relaxation techniques, problem-solving skills, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Create a Relapse Prevention Plan: Together, we create a personalized relapse prevention plan that outlines specific strategies and actions to take in high-risk situations, including alternative activities, social support networks, and emergency contacts.
- Practice Skills and Strategies: Individuals are encouraged to practice and rehearse their coping skills and relapse prevention strategies in real-life situations, gradually building confidence and self-efficacy.
Applications for Therapy: What Can Structured Relapse Prevention Help With?
Structured Relapse Prevention can be effective in preventing relapse and maintaining long-term recovery from various addictive behaviors, including:
- Substance Use Disorders: SRP can help individuals with alcohol, drug, or prescription medication dependence maintain sobriety and prevent relapse by developing effective coping skills and relapse prevention strategies.
- Gambling Addiction: SRP can assist individuals struggling with gambling addiction in identifying and managing triggers, cravings, and urges to gamble, reducing the risk of relapse and promoting healthy lifestyle changes.
- Eating Disorders: SRP can support individuals recovering from eating disorders, such as binge eating disorder or bulimia nervosa, in developing strategies to cope with triggers and prevent relapse into disordered eating behaviors.
- Compulsive Behaviors: SRP can be beneficial for individuals struggling with compulsive behaviors, such as shopping addiction or internet addiction, by helping them develop healthier coping mechanisms and lifestyle habits.
Contact Us for Structured Relapse Prevention
If you’re in recovery from addiction or compulsive behaviors and feel like Structured Relapse Prevention may be beneficial for you, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at Wave Counselling and Wellness. Whether you’re located in St John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, CBS, or anywhere else in Newfoundland and Labrador, our therapists are here to support you.
We offer both in-office appointments and virtual online therapy sessions to accommodate your needs and preferences. Take the first step toward long-term recovery and relapse prevention by contacting us to schedule an appointment to discuss Structured Relapse Prevention and whether it may be the right approach for you.
You deserve to live a life free from the grip of addiction – let us help you on your journey toward lasting change and recovery.