CRAFT in Romantic Partnerships, Part 1
Our hosts discuss the CRAFT model in romantic relationships. In part one, they say our job as loved ones is to get our own needs met.
Member Topics: CRAFT 101
Allies is There for You When Your Loved One Returns Home
CRAFT skills and AiR resources and support are as important after treatment as before.
Redefining Recovery
Our hosts discuss the individual nature of the term "recovery." They look at recovery as an evolution involving growth, change, finding meaning, and f…
He’s Stepping Out On His Own. Is He Ready? Are We?
Change can be risky when your loved one faces multiple challenges. But it doesn’t have to mean a setback.
CRAFT as the Beginning of Treatment
Our hosts discuss the idea of CRAFT as the beginning of treatment – as connection, openness, curiosity, and modeling change.
A Chink in the Armor of Their Denial is DAY ONE in the Healing and Recovery Process
Understanding our Loved One’s struggle with addiction often means understanding denial. It’s not as simple as it appears.
Escaping the Vicious Cycle
It’s not easy. But with compassion, healthy boundaries and the guidance of CRAFT, it can be done.
He Disappears for Long Binges. Do I Reward Him in Between?
For success with CRAFT, it’s vital to be clear about what “using” means.
I Think I’ve Been Part of the Problem. Can I Still Turn Things Around?
Not everything we bring to the table with our Loved Ones is positive—we’re human, after all. But recognizing our challenges and seeking to improve…
He’s Depressed When He’s Not Drinking—And It’s Bringing Me Down Too
Sometimes it feels as though we have to choose between bad options. But Allies is here to help you and your Loved One find your way to something bette…