Family Members of Loved Ones with Substance Use
When someone you love struggles with substances, it affects everyone around them. It’s normal to feel sadness, anger, exhaustion, love, guilt—or all of the above. You may feel like you’ve tried everything and nothing’s working. You may even blame yourself. Many people wear themselves down trying to protect their loved one, losing sight of their own needs in the process.
I help family members and partners:
You won’t hear those phrases from me!
Instead, we’ll focus on what matters most to you—strengthening your relationship with your loved one, supporting their well-being, and feeling grounded and confident in your own choices. The ITC model is about connection, understanding, and practical strategies that help both you and your loved one move toward healing.
I help family members and partners:
- Understand their loved one’s substance use through a new, compassionate lens
- Plan and practice positive communication strategies
- Develop approaches that encourage change without trying to control your loved one
- Set healthy boundaries that protect your own well-being
- Manage your emotions and find steadiness in the midst of uncertainty
- “You’re co-dependent.”
- “You’re an enabler.”
- “They need to hit rock bottom.”
- “Cut them off—with love.”
You won’t hear those phrases from me!
Instead, we’ll focus on what matters most to you—strengthening your relationship with your loved one, supporting their well-being, and feeling grounded and confident in your own choices. The ITC model is about connection, understanding, and practical strategies that help both you and your loved one move toward healing.