Your teen is coming home from treatment.
Now what?
You're stressed. Nervous. You worry about relapse.
Do You Want A Way To Prevent A Relapse?
Yes, more than anything you do.
You've been there for your child through thick and thin. You attended family therapy. You joined the family alumni Zooms. You came to Family Day.
You've made changes at home. But will they be enough to protect against a setback?
Whether they are in IOP or not, you know it's more important than ever to provide the right support during this fragile transition from treatment to home to independence.
You're here because if you've learned anything so far, it's that everyone needs help from time to time.
You don't have to do it alone.
Important Question
For Worried Parents Who Want to Relax more and Reconnect With Their Teen.
What If There Was a Structured Way to Support Your Recovering Teen Without Nagging or Engaging in Power Struggles With Them?
Would You Finally Feel Confident Enough to Move from Being "Strict Mom" and Focusing on every.little.thing to Being Relaxed Enough so That You Can Have Fun with Your Teen and Enjoy Family Time?
Relapse Prevention Family Meeting Quick Start Guide
Learn the 4 essential questions you need to ask in your family meetings so all family members feel they have some "skin in the game" while they are held accountable for behavior and actions.
I See You
- you are nervous that your teen might "go back" to their old behaviors once they come home.
- you are not sure you'll mange without the weekly support from the treatment center.
- you worry that your other children and spouse or partner aren't getting the attention and resources they need.
- you want to trust your teen right away but it's hard because of past behavior.
- you worry that others in the IOP will be a bad influence on your teen.
- you are unsure if you'll recognize the warning signs if your teen is in danger of a relapse.
You are good parents who want to get this right.
You've sacrificed and been there for your teen.
You're ready for specific and personalized advice and clear direction from someone who's "been there" delivered with understanding and even a little humor so you can relax knowing that your family is on the right path.
Hi, I'm Susan Morley and I'm a person in long-term recovery.
What that means to me is that it has been more than 28 years since I used drugs or alcohol to manage life. I speak out about my recovery so that others can get and stay well.
As a Certified Addiction Recovery Specialist I help parents just like you welcome your child into your home where recovery can be a shared family value.
I know that sometimes it feels like you've failed as a parent because your teen has struggled.
Lots of parents feel this way.
You've taken a crucial step in helping your teen get the support and help needed for a better life.
You want your teen to come home to love, support, and understanding so your family to heal.
Let me help you get there.
What Happens When You Hire Susan?
results include but are not limited to
Clearly See Next Steps to Reach Goals
You want clear, specific direction so you know exactly how to support your teen so they get back on track with school and friendships.
Get On The Same Page With Your Partner
No more arguing with your partner about your teen. You'll feel supported and know how to back your partner up.
Feel Calmer
You will no longer need to threaten or punish your teen because you'll have clear expectations and will know how to hold your teen accountable without pushing them away.
Meet Your Teen's Needs
Your teen will feel heard and understood even when you say "no" or when they don't get their way. And you'll feel like you've finally "got" this parenting thing!
More Fun With Family
Because you're more relaxed and you trust that you and your parenting partner are on the same page, you'll enjoy family outings, dinners out, and family vacations more than ever.
New Tools in Your Parenting Toolbox
Susan will teach you evidence-based methods of communication and accountability that you'll use even after coaching ends.
Relapse Prevention
Your Next Steps
so you can stop worrying and create a home environment that supports your teen's recovery.
Parenting Session
Action starts with the right mindset. You will be listened to and you'll uncover your mission, vision, what your goals are and what next steps need to be taken.
Family Coaching
Susan will work with your family teaching simple communication skills and facilitating family meetings as you rebuild trust and repair relationships.
Ongoing Support
You deserve on-the-spot support. Text or email Susan to get in-the-moment support you need so you can break old habits and support recovery in your home.
Coaching is less expensive than long-term therapy.
When you work with Susan you get more than solutions that work.
You get ongoing support when you need it, even between coaching sessions.
Schedule A Free Call So We Can Decide Which Coaching Option Is The Right Fit For You
Frequently Asked Questions
These are some of the questions parents most frequently ask:
Shouldn't I Be Able to Figure This Out On My Own?
So many parents think parenting teenagers is supposed to be a struggle -- they don't get help + strategy because they think they need to handle it by themselves, and they're afraid that getting help means that they're failing as a parents. They think the struggle needs to be part of the process.
My Parenting Partner Won't Go For This.
I hear versions of this one a lot. But the truth is, it's not about your parenting partner.
Yes, it would be so much easier if you and your parenting partner were on the same page but that's just not realistic for all families.
You each grew up in different households and are now in one household with strong-willed teen who exhausts you. Waiting for your parenting partner to join you for coaching is costing you the time and energy that you could be spending together (without the kids). Although I welcome both parents to participate in sessions, it is not a requirement.
Changes made by one parent are sufficient enough to create positive, lasting change.
I'm Not Ready To Hire Someone...Maybe I'll Wait To See If Things Get Better
Look, I've gotta be blunt here. Putting off dealing with the worries you have about your teen isn't going to make things get better.
In fact, you probably know that by not addressing things now, your relationship with your teen will probably get worse but it doesn't have to be this way.
I will be with you supporting your family in every step of parenting and that is something that not a lot of other coaches do. You're actually going to save yourself so much time and energy using my strategies that you will have time to enjoy relaxing, going on date nights, and having fun with your family.
This is an investment that will pay off and continue to pay off even after the program. Previous clients have let me know that they're still using the strategies with their teens and older children (and even with their grandkids) and that they are seeing their relationships with their kids get closer even as their kids get older.
I'm Worried I Won't Have Enough Time
Can I be honest?? This is my favorite excuse to help you overcome. Most of you are currently "overworking" yourself in your family BECAUSE you don't have the correct structure. After all, you never intended to be the mom of a teen with substance use disorder who refused to listen, talked back, fought you over every.little.thing --- but now that you are, you want things to be different.
Are you ready to stop worrying about and trying to manage your teen and start having more time with your partner and fun with your family?
Schedule your free consultation with Susan today and
- learn how to support your teen's recovery without nagging or "micro-managing."
- start to feel confident that you can identify & correctly address relapse warning signs.
- have a teen who respects your rules instead of fighting you every step of the way.
Susan Has Been Invited to Speak with Parents From:
Susan was the recipient of the Caron Treatment Centers Unsung Hero Award for 2021.
Susan Is Trained in the Following Prevention and Recovery Programs:
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