A CRAFT Approach To Verbal Abuse
Provided the abuse isn’t physical, CRAFT can be your guide to a constructive response to negative interactions. Physical safety should come first in…
Member Topics: MODULE 7
“We Are Absolutely the Worst People” in Her Life: When Mental Illness, SUD, and Blame Collide
Your CRAFT skills may be put to the test, but they’re still indispensable. Perhaps more than ever. At Allies in Recovery, we’re always impressed …
Does This Level of Violence Rule Out CRAFT?
Nohp’s husband of 48 years is struggling with heavy alcohol use. Recently his behavior has become more alarming, and even violent. Now she's staying…
It Feels Like Nothing Works With Him
If we focus on what’s ours to control, change is possible all the same. CRAFT skills can help you get there. Elaine’s son is back in the hospital,…
Do I Want to Have Children With Him?
There’s nothing simple about such a question. But here are some pointers in the search for answers. Whits wants children and loves her partner. But …
I’m Not the One Who’s Sending Him to Jail
An Allies in Recovery Member has been caught in a long cycle of “bailing out” their Loved One after every relapse. Sometimes it’s been money …
Will She Still Believe I Love Her If I Set This Boundary?
Supporting a Loved One can be deeply painful, even when our choices are clear.
We’ve Walked a Long Road Together. So Why Can’t I Trust?
Trust isn’t a faucet you can turn off and on. And that’s all right. I found that CRAFT changed my life for the better.
Escaping the Vicious Cycle
It’s not easy. But with compassion, healthy boundaries and the guidance of CRAFT, it can be done.