Sober Coaching Tara Gilroy
If drinking too much is getting in the way of living your best life, you’re not alone.It doesn’t have to be this hard.
Sober Coaching
My sober coaching is created to provide a safe, intimate counseling for individuals to overcome addiction and take back their lives.
Personal Coaching
This type of coaching focuses on helping individuals achieve personal goals and improve their overall well-being.
Relationship Coaching
This involves helping clients improve their interpersonal relationships, whether in personal or professional settings.
Wellness Coaching
Focused on improving overall health, including physical, emotional, and mental wellness.
Health & Nutrition
Life Coaching
Life coaches draw on their specialized education, unique life experiences, and targeted training to help people identify and work toward key personal development goals.
DO YOU HAVE A LOVE-HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH ALCOHOL?
I KNOW I DID
Tell me if any of this sounds familiar…
- You’re smart, capable & productive, with too much to do & not enough hours in the day
- Drinking is your favorite way to relax, but what started with a glass of wine has somehow become the bottle
- You can’t wait for happy hour, but waking up at 3am with anxiety and starting the day with a hangover isn’t the way you want to live
- You’ve tried to make rules about how much you’ll drink – but can’t seem to get them to stick
- You’ve promised yourself you’ll take a break from drinking, only to find that by 6 pm your resolve has vanished
WHAT IF YOU COULD…
Sleep through the night and wake up rested.
Start your day feeling healthy and good, not sick and shaky.
Feel less anxiety and irritation, no matter what your day throws at you.
Lose weight + look better with clear eyes and less bloating.
Get to 6pm and not desperately want to dive into an alcoholic drink.
Relax and enjoy your evenings without thinking about drinking.
What Is Sober Coaching?
When beginning substance use recovery, one’s long-term success depends largely on the strength of a sober support network. While A.A. sponsors, sober friends and outpatient support services offer a great deal of support, sometimes a professional in a more active role is warranted.
A sober coach, sometimes referred to as a recovery coach, is someone who has achieved long-term recovery and now works supporting those who are newly sober. During the early stages of recovery, there is a heightened risk of relapse. Sober coaching provides an added layer of guidance, support and protection to help prevent relapse.
Sober Coaching
What does a sober coach do?
Sober coaching is a step up from the level of support provided by a sponsor. A sober coach is a paid position, in which they play a significant role in their client’s day-to-day recovery journey. The sober coach is available 24/7 as a source of support, and is usually scheduled to be present with the individual a certain number of hours per week.
A sober coach is different, however, from a sober companion. A sober companion lives with the client as their roommate for a designated period. Sober companions are best suited for an individual who is at a high risk for relapse and must not be alone. A sober coach, on the other hand, abides by a weekly schedule to assist in various ways while still providing the individual with some space and privacy.
How does a sober coach aid recovery?
A sober coach becomes an advocate for their client as they navigate uncertainties during early recovery. The primary purpose of a sober coach is to help the individual implement an action plan for creating a new sober lifestyle. The coach helps the individual integrate the various recovery skills that were acquired in treatment into their daily life.
The sober coach and client arrange a schedule, which may vary from a few hours a day to a 40-hour weekly schedule, for the following services:
- Helps the individual establish new routines: It takes time to start life anew after completing treatment. A sober coach can help encourage a healthy diet, a regular sleep schedule and other positive habits.
- Works to improve family dynamics: Family members may not be aware of dysfunctional tendencies, such as codependency or poor The sober coach assists the family in creating a healthier dynamic.
- Provides transportation to outpatient therapy and other recovery services: Following treatment, it is important that the individual attend various continuing care services. The sober coach transports them to these appointments.
- Can co-attend 12-step meetings or similar as requested: Some clients might want their sober coach to accompany them to recovery meetings as a source of added support.
- Provides 24/7 on-call relapse support: Since the risk of relapse is high during the early months following treatment, having a sober coach available around the clock can help prevent
- Provides an additional source of accountability: The individual must take ownership of their own recovery. Having a sober coach provides someone to be held accountable to.
For those that have resources to acquire a sober coach, these advocates can significantly reduce the risk of relapse. In addition, the sober coach provides encouragement and support as the individual reaches new life goals.
What Are The Benefits Of A Sober and Recovery Coach?
You may ask yourself, “Is a sober coach or a sobriety coach worth the time and money to have during my recovery journey?” The answer is yes. A sober coach provides numerous benefits and services to people post-recovery and formal treatment, especially if they have just finished the course of their addiction treatment program and are about to shift back to their everyday life. It is a crucial period for most recovering patients to have a sober companion or sober coach during or after their addiction treatment programs, as it determines whether they would continuously improve and not revert from their past addiction.
Adequate Support For Friends And Family Members
Having a supportive and nurturing family is the main driving force in the success and formation of an individual’s overall character. However, not everyone can afford to have this circle due to numerous reasons, one of which is when an individual succumbs to a mental health problem.
Mental health problems and substance use disorders have strained personal relationships within families of substance abuse patients. Estrangement with a family member is often common due to their deteriorating health and mental condition. Life coaches or sober coaches are seen providing support and may help bridge the gap between these broken relationships once the client is ready for a new phase of their lives, especially during the early days of staying sober.
A sober companion helps maintain healthy boundaries by acting as a recovering individual’s anchor when attending one-on-one therapy or group sessions with various support groups (such as alcoholics anonymous and narcotics anonymous). Additionally, a sober coach can also help family members better understand the fragile situation a client is currently in so they can better approach them in a manner that is mutually respectable and civil for both the recovering patient and their loved one.
Avoiding Relapse In Patients
As a chronic condition plaguing patients fresh from rehab, rehabilitation coaching through a sober coach removes the high probability of patients reverting to old addictive habits by incorporating strategies and techniques for the patients to practice on top of solid relapse prevention and after-care programs to ensure that they are on track to continued recovery.
With the recent trend of self-care and giving premium to a happy life and a healthy lifestyle, the perfect way to start is to stay sober and have a positive mindset throughout. A key ingredient to unlocking this is by having a coach to champion and cheer you on your milestones and achievements, and to be with you to console and comfort you during your lowest moments.
Transcend has the following services to make these possible and to ensure that you are not alone as you face the crucial stage of recovery which is the transition to the outside world post-treatment.
How My Proven Coaching System Can Help You
A sober coach is an ally who genuinely cares, listens, and can be trusted with confidence. They are tough and a consistent source of honest feedback regarding self-destructive thinking, feeling, and acting patterns. They can help to identify and resolve personal or environmental obstacles to maintaining your sobriety. They’re advocates who can assist you in obtaining social services, suitable employment, and protection of your rights. They’re your cheerleader and your friend. Intrinsically, they are a source of motivation, encouragement, support, organization, praise, consultation, advocacy, and strength. It is said that the role of a sober coach is most crucial during the first 90 days of an addict’s recovery.
Sober coaches have backgrounds in addiction, nursing, social work, and psychology. Most have years of sobriety. Before retaining a sober coach, you should check their background and inquire about their training, their association with private or public treatment programs, and their references. Ask the candidate about his or her successes and failures, their years in the field, and experience with similar cases. You may also wish to pursue their knowledge about the “science of addiction.”
How a Recovery Coach Can Help You Get Sober
The many roles of a Sober Coach.
Sober Coaching has gained significant traction over the past decade, largely due to the unique ability of Sober Coaches to meet individuals wherever they are in their journey. This personalized approach allows for a deep exploration of one’s relationship with drugs or alcohol, fostering an environment of understanding and acceptance. With an emphasis on ongoing and flexible support, Sober Coaching acknowledges the often unpredictable nature of recovery, providing both stability and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. Sober Coaches are equipped to guide clients through potential setbacks, ensuring that every step taken is honored and every lesson learned is valued, ultimately leading to a more sustainable path to sobriety. If you’re interested in exploring how Sober Coaching could benefit you or someone you care about, please reach out to Tara Gilroy.
Getting curious with a Sober Coach.
The relationship between you and your Sober Coach is structured to foster open and honest exploration, providing a secure environment for you to delve into the underlying reasons for your drinking. This tailored approach acknowledges that your drinking patterns may stem from seeking comfort in social settings or using substances as a way to navigate feelings of boredom or loneliness. Recovery coaching stands as a valuable resource in this process, empowering you to discover the motivations that drive your substance use. By understanding these motivations, you can embark on a journey towards fulfilling your needs in healthier, more constructive ways. This process strengthens your ability to manage your emotions and interactions, ultimately guiding you towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Choosing the right Recovery Coach.
When choosing a Sober Coach, it’s essential to prioritize finding someone who not only understands the journey of recovery but has also been through it themselves. A coach with personal experience at ground zero possesses the knowledge necessary to guide you in establishing healthy boundaries and recognizing potential triggers, all while supporting you in your quest to maintain sobriety. Additionally, the importance of a good personality fit cannot be overstated; a coach who is approachable and easy to communicate with can create a comfortable environment, allowing you to open up about sensitive and vulnerable topics. Furthermore, don’t forget to verify the coach’s credentials and training to ensure they have the appropriate expertise in the realm of substance use and treatment modalities. This meticulous approach will enhance your chances of finding the right support on your journey to recovery.