Recovery beyond sobriety means focusing on healing, not just avoiding substances.
At Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling, we believe that true recovery is more than abstaining from drugs or alcohol—it’s about rebuilding your life, understanding your story, and finding purpose again. Whether you’re a teen navigating probation, a parent trying to help your child, or an adult seeking to reclaim your identity, we’re here to support your journey in a trauma-informed and compassionate way.
Why Mental Health Matters in Recovery Beyond Sobriety
Recovery beyond sobriety requires more than willpower. Substance use often masks deeper pain. Trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or chronic stress can all contribute to why someone uses substances in the first place. If we only treat the symptoms—without tending to the emotional roots—recovery can feel hollow or fragile.
Without mental health support, many people end up white-knuckling sobriety, stuck in cycles of shame or burnout. That’s why integrated care is essential. Therapy helps build the skills that make recovery sustainable: emotional regulation, self-awareness, and supportive relationships.
📖 Learn more from the National Institute on Drug Abuse →
What Recovery Beyond Sobriety Looks Like at Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling
We offer a full spectrum of recovery-focused care—tailored for real life.
👟 Recovery for Teens: Juvenile IOP
Our Juvenile Intensive Outpatient Program (JIOP) supports teens referred through probation or community sources. It’s not a punishment. It’s a pathway to healing.
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Trauma-informed and strengths-based
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Individual and group support
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Emotional awareness, healthy coping, and real-life skills
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Covered through most juvenile probation vouchers
💬 Therapy for Adults in Recovery
Adults deserve recovery support that sees the full person—not just the past.
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Heal trauma, shame, and grief
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Explore life after substance use
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Build purpose and identity
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Use of EMDR and trauma-focused therapies
➡️ Explore our trauma and EMDR services
📝 Evaluation Services That Build Insight
Our licensed team provides court- or probation-referred substance use evaluations with compassion and clarity. We don’t judge—we help you understand.
➡️ Learn more about our evaluation process
Finding Meaning in Recovery Beyond Sobriety
Recovery isn’t just about saying no. It’s about discovering what to say yes to.
Therapy helps people navigate:
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Identity loss after substance use
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Grief and shame
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Reconnecting with values, people, and purpose
From rebuilding family relationships to finding your voice, meaning keeps recovery rooted.
What Clients Say About Recovery
“I thought getting clean would be the hardest part. But learning how to feel things without shutting down—that’s where the real work happened.”
“This is the first time I’ve ever felt like someone saw me, not just my mistakes.”
“It’s not about being perfect. It’s about learning to come back to myself, over and over.”
Why Referral Partners Trust Our Approach
If you’re a school, court, or probation provider, you want your clients to receive more than just a compliance check. Our services go further:
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Evaluations and therapy in one location
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JIOP tailored to trauma and behavioral health
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Communication with ROI
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Support for clients at any stage—not just crisis
You Deserve Support That Goes Beyond Sobriety
Whether you’re just starting or already on the path, you don’t have to do it alone. Recovery beyond sobriety is possible—with support, meaning, and care.
