Recovery Coaching: A Guide to Coaching People in Recovery from Addictions-Third Edition

The critical transition from treatment to long-term recovery is where most people struggle—and where recovery coaching makes the greatest difference. Nearly 80% of individuals leaving substance misuse treatment relapse within the first year, and approximately 72% relapse within the first 90 days after discharge—the most vulnerable phase of early recovery.This book shows how recovery coaching and peer recovery support bridge the gap between clinical addiction treatment, the recovery community, and long-term sobriety.First published in 2013 as the foundational text on recovery coaching, this fully revised third edition delivers a comprehensive, evidence-informed guide to peer recovery support services, recovery-oriented systems of care, and post-treatment recovery management. With over 100 pages of new content, this edition reflects the latest research and best practices in addiction recovery, including:New recovery coaching and peer support roles in the recovery communityIntegration of the Minnesota Model, Harm Reduction, and the Recovery Management ModelClear explanations of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disordersGuidance on navigating real-world ethical dilemmas faced by recovery coaches and peer recovery specialistsCurrent information on commonly used street drugs and emerging substance use trendsAn in-depth overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study and its relevance to recovery supportWhat recovery coaches should expect from supervision, professional development, and field-based practiceThis book also functions as a practical field manual, offering step-by-step tools and resources, including:Personal Recovery Plans and Relapse Recovery PlansApplication of the Stages of Change in recovery coachingSample assessments, ethical guidelines, and professional standardsPractical business guidance, including coaching contracts and sustainable recovery coaching practiceInterwoven throughout are first-person narratives from recovery coaches and peer support professionals, offering lived-experience insights that deepen understanding and strengthen coaching practice. Whether you are a recovery coach, peer recovery support specialist, addiction counselor, behavioral health professional, or program administrator, this third edition is an essential resource for supporting long-term recovery, relapse prevention, and recovery capital development.Recovery starts at discharge.This book shows what comes next—and how to do it well. Read more