How Reviving You Recovery Works in Tandem with AA and NA

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) are two of the most common group meeting forums that are available to those who struggle with addiction. AA and NA are well known for the accessibility, support, and structure that they provide individuals with. The sooner that clients are introduced to AA and NA, the easier the transition is from being in treatment to a successful recovery. Clients at Reviving You Recovery have the opportunity to be in treatment for addiction while being introduced to AA or NA. AA and NA are provided as an addition to treatment and help clients prepare to transition to life outside of inpatient treatment.

AA and NA

Both AA and NA are structured support groups that involve connecting with peers who are also struggling with addiction. They are faith-based groups that guide individuals through Twelve Steps. These steps serve the purpose of helping an individual to build tools for recovery and maintain their sobriety long term. Individuals will go through each step multiple times and use the steps as a way to deal with challenges as they arise.

Both AA and NA have been shown to be effective and practical in long-term recovery for individuals of varying demographics. It offers a place for individuals to receive support from others who truly understand the challenge of recovering from addiction. In addition, it helps individuals to feel like they are a part of a whole. Peer support allows individuals to help others, share their stories, and receive support all in one place.

How Residential Treatment Integrates With AA and NA

Residential treatment at Reviving You Recovery provides AA and NA meetings as an added feature of treatment. Meetings are offered every night. Depending on the clients who are in treatment, either an AA or NA meeting is offered. The meeting which will be most helpful for the majority of clients is offered. However, the staff is trained in both styles of meetings, and the decision is made based on the preferences of those in treatment at the time.

Meetings are integrated into the program. However, they are outside of the 42 hours a week of programming that is set for clients. This means that AA and NA meetings are an added feature that provides support for clients. Other parts of the program include individual therapy, psychoeducation, and mindfulness practices. Therefore, individuals do not only receive support in AA and NA group meetings but also get support in every facet of their healing journey.

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Attending Meetings in Treatment

AA and NA are a unique style of peer support that is regimented and structured. At Reviving You Recovery, clients attend treatment meetings to learn the process of these meetings. However, attending meetings in treatment also provides peer support while in treatment. Peer support is a vital part of healing from addiction. This is true both in treatment and in recovery. Attending meetings during treatment is different from those after treatment. The small group of clients in treatment know each other. This means that AA and NA meetings are often a wrap-up of the day and an effective addition to treatment. Individuals get a chance to share their about day, including if they met their goals, things they struggled with, or simple comments on the process.

Learning to Get Involved

At first, clients often feel uncertain of the format and setting. However, over time, clients learn how to get involved in an AA or NA meeting. Getting involved requires that individuals feel comfortable to share. In AA and NA meetings, individuals can share without criticism.

For many clients, this is new. Therefore, clients slowly learn that it is a safe space for them to be involved in. As clients come and go through treatment, the group in the AA or NA meetings will change. This is ideal as it helps clients to learn to be involved even when the group shifts or changes. In addition, skills learned in treatment outside of meetings also support this. Clients learn to acknowledge feelings, thoughts, or actions and then share them with others.

Building Tools to Support Recovery in AA and NA

AA and NA serve as a vital support system for clients to stay sober. It is well known due to its accessibility, consistency, and effectiveness. However, when it is foreign, it is more difficult for clients to lean on when they exit residential treatment and are trying to live their lives in recovery. Due to the structure of programming at Reviving You Recovery, clients have a unique opportunity to participate in AA and NA. This helps them to build tools that make it easier for them to have support when they leave treatment. As a result, individuals can move forward into their normal lives, knowing how to use AA and NA meetings in a way that supports their sobriety.

As a professional, you know that AA and NA are the most common forms of group meetings for addiction recovery. They are the most accessible as well. At Reviving You Recovery, clients attend AA or NA every evening. This serves as an essential form of peer support during treatment. However, it also acts as a practice round for clients. It is a way for us to support clients on their journey of learning how to support their needs in recovery. If you are interested in learning more about our programs and how we help clients use positive emotions, support, and kindness to heal, call and speak with a staff member today at (951) 723-7598.