Relapse Prevention Therapy Program

Relapse triggers can be internal or external factors and include things like:

• Stress – Stress is a significant trigger for relapse because it disrupts emotional balance and can drive an individual to seek relief, often in the form of substance use.
• Anxiety – Anxiety poses a risk for relapse because it can lead to feelings of insecurity and overwhelm, causing individuals to turn to substances for comfort.
• Depression – Depression can trigger relapse because it can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair, causing individuals to seek temporary relief through substance use.
• Anger – Anger and other negative emotions can be powerful triggers for relapse. When an individual cannot manage anger in a healthy way, they may turn to substances as a coping mechanism.
• People and places – People or environments associated with drug or alcohol use can be powerful triggers for relapse. Being around old friends or visiting familiar locations where substance use occurred can evoke cravings and make maintaining sobriety challenging.

These triggers can lead to feelings of vulnerability and can increase the likelihood of relapse. Maintaining sobriety depends on managing triggers and applying coping skills. At Evoke Wellness at Coconut Creek, our approach to relapse prevention therapy addresses both internal and external triggers while providing the necessary skills and strategies to resist triggers.