Mr. Siluk is a Licensed Counselor with the State of Minnesota, and has held international licenses in Drugs and Alcohol, as well as worked for hospitals and clinics with dual disorders. His first CD book, A Path to Sobriety provides understanding on alcoholism and addiction, an ultimate guide. A Path to Prevention its companion, deals with relapse prevention, curing the disease. Says Mr. Siluk, "Like anything in life, first, you need to understand what you are dealing with, and then you need to deal with it..." Both books offer this formula. Paul Williams and Mr. Siluk met at the benefit dinner party hosted by the singer, song writer, actor, and counselor on 13 of April, l994, for the National Corporation for Substance Abuse Recovery, held at Treasure Island Casino, in Minnesota, in which Mr. Siluk was the General Manager of the Institution that sponsored the dinner; the topic, substance abuse.
Passages through Recovery presents an action plan for preventing relapse, one that can help us understand how recovery works and what is needed to move from active addiction to sobriety. "Abstinence from alcohol and other drugs is only the beginning of sobriety. It's the ticket to get into the theater, not the movie we are going to see."--Passages through Recovery One of the most important things we learn in recovery is that there really is a way out of all the misery--if we know which way to go. But abstinence from alcohol and other drugs is just the beginning of our journey, not our destination. And, that journey can be a rough one if we don't know what lies ahead.Based on the experiences of thousands of recovering men and women, Passages through Recovery presents an action plan for preventing relapse, one that can help us understand how recovery works and what is needed to move from active addiction to sobriety. Gorski's pioneering work describes six stages of recovery from chemical dependency and offers sound advice for working through the challenges of each stage--challenges that can create frustration and lead to relapse.Passages through Recovery clearly demonstrates that sobriety is more than just healing the damage. "It's a way of thinking, acting, and relating to others," Gorski writes, "that promotes continued physical, psychological, social, and spiritual health. The skills necessary for long-term sobriety are all directed at finding meaning and purpose in life."Use this book as a compass in your recovery to help you stay on course.
After over thirty years in personal recovery from alcohol/drug addiction, PTSD from being raised in an abusive/alcoholic environment, and experiences as a combat medic in Vietnam, I felt the need to pass on my personal story of recovery. After eight years in recovery, I was granted the opportunity to go to in-patient treatment for PTSD with the VA for ninety days. There I was taught what had happened, how I reacted, and how I could take responsibility for how I could live freely for the rest of my life if I chose to. It required hard work reframing a lot of old ideas about who I was, what happened, and how I could be at peace with myself and the world around me. This program was developed to reinforce the individual's efforts to continue on their road through recovery. It should only be administered in group/individual counseling sessions. It is very intensive and should be in a very supportive environment. It will probably open memories that have been subdued by chemical use and lifestyles that cover up the pain of their past losses, neglect, and abuse. This approach can allow a person to discover their own value and potential as individuals and as healthy members of society. They will learn to recognize life's opportunities and challenges. They will also be able to identify and come to terms with their personal strengths and weaknesses. They will develop the tools to deal with life on life's terms if they are committed to their personal growth. The individual must be committed to change and growth if it is to work. They will need to be able to accept help from others when offered and develop an attitude of humility and empathy toward self and others. If a person surrounds themselves with healthy support, they have every chance to make the changes needed for a life of freedom and lifelong recovery.
This authoritative book--now revised and expanded with important clinical and research advances--presents a proven approach for helping people meet the day-to-day challenges of recovery from addiction and maximize their well-being. Mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) integrates carefully tailored meditation practices with cognitive and behavioral skills building. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes instructions for setting up and running MBRP groups, session-by-session implementation guidelines, sample scripts, and 27 reproducible handouts and forms. Purchasers can download and print the reproducible materials at the companion website, which also features audio recordings of the guided practices. A separate website for clients provides the audio files only. New to This Edition *Reflects clinical refinements, the growing MBRP evidence base, and advances in knowledge about both addictive behaviors and mindfulness. *Section on cutting-edge topics--culturally responsive adaptations, alternative group formats and settings, dual diagnosis groups, behavioral addictions, and uses of technology. *Reproducible appendices: MBRP Fidelity Scale and quick-reference guide to the intentions of each session. *Audio recordings now available online.
Second Chance Sober Living Relapse PreventionAt any fork in the road, one branch leads toward a stronger sobriety, and the other leads ultimately toward relapse. In real life people sometimes make decisions first and do the analysis afterward. Situations also come up where people seem to be going in a circle and cannot see a fork in the road that would lead to new ground. At times like these, it's useful to be able to recognize a relapse-bound path or a near-relapse situation. You may then be able to make timely corrections and avoid the crash, or at least minimize the impact and limit the damage. If a relapse does happen, it can be a valuable educational experience for all involved. One utility of a support group is to serve as a living laboratory where people try different action plans and share the results with one another. A relapse that happens in isolation is a terrible waste. The contents of this workbook guide users through self-reflection about what roads they are on to relapse; provides practical measures to prevent relapse; and guides the user through developing their own personalized relapse prevention plan.
Relapse Prevention Counseling Workbook :A Step-by-Step Guide to Sustainable Recovery Discover the definitive step-by-step relapse prevention techniques with the "Relapse Prevention Counseling Workbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sustainable Recovery." This comprehensive guide offers hands-on strategies, ensuring you or your loved ones embark on a journey of lasting sobriety. Drawing upon years of research and firsthand experience, this workbook provides not just theory, but practical tools, making it the ultimate comprehensive guide to sustainable recovery. Delve into a range of topics, from understanding the roots of addiction to fortifying oneself against future temptations. Each chapter is designed as a workbook for preventing addiction relapse, encouraging active engagement from readers. Whether you're a therapist guiding someone on their recovery journey or an individual striving for sobriety, this resource is equipped with hands-on strategies for lasting sobriety. Navigate through various relapse prevention counseling exercises and activities. These have been curated to address different facets of addiction, ensuring a holistic healing approach. Understand triggers, reshape negative thought patterns, and rebuild life on a foundation of self-awareness and resilience. For those seeking a broader perspective, this guide also touches upon holistic approaches to recovery and relapse prevention. From mindfulness techniques to understanding the role of diet and physical activity in recovery, dive deep into strategies that cater to the mind, body, and soul. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to face the challenges of recovery head-on. With this workbook by your side, sustainable recovery is not just a goal—it's a journey made accessible and achievable.
In the world of addiction, relapse is common. Between 40% and 60% of individuals' relapse within their first year of treatment, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Relapse is not a sign of failed recovery. Recovery from addiction requires a U-turn, a 180 degree change in lifestyle and behavior. Recovery doesn't happen overnight. The Recovery Road is a long distance trip and to navigate the trip you need a map. For a recovery road that is based on a relationship with Jesus Christ and guided by the Bible, My Recovery Road MAP Workbook and Worksheets is your guide to write your own relapse prevention plan, My Action Plan (MAP). Where do you begin? My Recovery Road MAP helps you: Understand how addiction physically affects the brain Realize that relapse occurs in 3 stages Identify unhealthy emotions and negative self-talk Recognize your personal triggers and cravings Know how to write your own MAP by capturing, recognizing, challenging, replacing unhealthy emotions, triggers and cravings with your action plan Incorporating Lectio Divina (prayer and meditation) along with coping strategies into your relapse prevention MAP The Recovery Road is about Hope and hope isn't a one-time thing, hope comes from above and it grows over time, it is a process. Romans 15:13(NLT) Paul says this about hope "I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in Him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit."
This highly valuable book provides information on the problem of relapse in alcoholism and drug addiction. Experts address conceptual issues, summarize research on relapse, and explore a variety of theoretical and clinical models of relapse prevention. Several chapters describe practical applications of relapse prevention approaches used in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. Rather than adhere to one particular approach, this volume presents diverse viewpoints on clinical applications of relapse prevention. Intended for all professionals in medicine, psychiatry, social work, psychology, and nursing who work with individuals who have alcohol or other drug problems. Of particular interest to clinicians who treat alcoholics and drug abusers as well as administrators or supervisors who wish to develop and implement new types of relapse prevention programs. Unique in that it addressed conceptual, research, and clinical perspectives. Contributors, many who have published extensively on the subject, include a range of individuals, from those involved in academic research to those who work on the front lines in treatment facilities. SOFT BACKCOVER COPYRelapse: Conceptual, Research, and Clinical Perspectives provides new and valuable information on the problem of relapse with alcoholics and drug addicts. Some of the most respected authorities in the field describe practical applications of relapse prevention approaches used in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. They also discuss important conceptual issues, review the research on relapse, and explore theoretical and clinical models of relapse prevention. In recent years, increasing attention has been paid to the problem of relapse in chemically dependent individuals. With advanced research into the causes of relapse and the effectiveness of relapse prevention treatment models and new approaches to relapse prevention, more patients and their families are receiving specialized relapse prevention education and treatment focusing on long-term maintenance. Subsequently, all professionals in medicine, psychiatry, social work, psychology, and nursing who work with individuals who have alcohol or other drug problems will find it essential to read this up-to-the-minute volume. Clinicians who treat alcoholics and drug abusers and administrators or supervisors who wish to develop and implement new types of relapse prevention programs will applaud the comprehensive insights and applications featured in Relapse: Conceptual, Research, and Clinical Perspectives. Here's what you will find: A summary of the existing research and literature on relapse and relapse prevention, providing a broad overview of the current state of knowledge A description of four clinical treatment approaches commonly used in the chemical dependency field--the cognitive-behavioral approach based on the self-efficacy theory, the Psychoeducational Model of Relapse Prevention, the Marlatt and Gordon "self-management" approach, and the CENAPS model An examination of the content and structure of relapse prevention programs and the application of various approaches in several clinical contexts, including a six-month outpatient program, an intensive nonresidential rehabilitation program, a 28-day residential program, a therapeutic community, and a program used with adult chronic marijuana users
Trust the Process book and workbook is for people frustrated by lack of tools for Recovery Enhancement programs. They report new feelings of hope and the loss of guilt after reading the book and completing the exercises. The book is illustrated to help people understand the concepts easier. Every person who has addiction issues and/or unresolved life trauma can benefit from this revolutionary new approach to relapse prevention. Until recently, the treatment standard has been to wait for an actual "wet" relapse, then put the person into primary treatment again and again. Ask yourself, if primary treatment has not prevented relapse one, two, three or more times, why do it again? Instead look at an approach proven to be effective. People using the Recovery Enhancement Program show an 83% abstinence rate after two years. The national average is 16% (statistics taken from study). Clearly explained, concrete exercises keep it simple so you don't waste valuable time figuring out how to do the work. The program complements your 12-Step work. Think of the 12-Steps as the foundation of recovery and the Recovery Enhancement Program as the mansion built on that foundation.
