Sober Companion: What You Need to Know
A sober companion can be a major difference-maker in the recovery process. The opposite of addiction isn’t just sobriety; it’s connection. That’s why we encourage our clients to explore the idea of a sober companion, also known as a recovery associate, with us at Next Level Recovery.
Here’s everything you need to know about a sober companion and how they can help you recover and thrive.
What Is a Sober Companion?
A sober companion is a trained professional who provides one-on-one support to a person in recovery. More than just a friend who you can count on to be there for you, Next Level Recovery’s sober companions stand by your side with both support and the skills and experience required to help you heal.
What Does a Sober Companion Do?
A sober living companion serves as a role model, friend, and helper who is there to help you enter sobriety with a sense of connection and community. A sober companion knows the struggles of the recovery journey firsthand, but they also know how it feels to triumph over addiction.
Based on their passion for recovery and living an empowered, fulfilled life, your sober companion offers you mentorship, support, and guidance throughout your recovery process.
Sober companion services can include:
Accompanying you to high-risk events
Helping you transition out of inpatient recovery
Standing by you during increased stress
Offering on-call support when sobriety is harder than ever
Helping you learn how to get over triggers and develop resilience
Different Types of Sober Companions
There are two primary types of sober companions — short-term and long-term.
A long-term sobriety companion may stay with you for weeks or months based on your specific needs and the length of your treatment. On the other hand, you might hire a sober companion for only a short period of time if you are under significant pressure or stress, attending a triggering event, or preemptively working to avoid relapsing.
Who Needs a Sober Companion?
No one should have to walk through the recovery process alone.
Everyone can benefit from having a sober companion at their side during recovery. If you’re currently on your recovery journey, we encourage you to consider making one of our Recovery Associates part of your support system.
What to Expect From a Sober Companion
When you use a sober companion as part of your recovery, you can expect them to encourage you, challenge you, teach you valuable lessons about sobriety, and — most of all — be there for you no matter what.
Your sober companion is there to help you make wise decisions, take good care of yourself, and stay away from triggers and temptations. That means there may be some “tough love” involved in your relationship with your sober companion. They’ll do everything they can to keep you on the right track and help you grow and thrive.
Benefits of Having a Sober Companion
Some of the biggest benefits of having a sober companion are:
Getting an outside perspective on addiction, recovery, and sobriety
Having a professional support person to call when you’re low, not just a friend
Getting the support you need to handle potentially triggering situations
Going through the recovery process in community rather than alone
A sober companion works directly with the other members of your recovery team, including your counselor, intervention specialist, or coach. They provide a beneficial boost to your overall recovery strategy, giving you the confidence you need to keep moving through life with confidence.
How Much Does a Sober Companion Cost?
Sober companion pricing can vary based on several factors, including the duration of your work with your companion, any travel associated with the work, and any special services involved.
To learn more about sober companion pricing, connect with us and one of our team members will be happy to answer any questions you have.
How to Find a Sober Companion
We partner our clients with professional and confidential sober companions who are ready to support you through the pivotal phases in your recovery. We offer a uniquely personalized experience to our clients when they work with our recovery associates and make sure that you’re matched with someone who fits your needs.
To find a sober companion to walk alongside you during key moments in your sobriety journey, contact us. We’ll happily walk you through every step of the process.
Find a Sober Companion Today
Recovery takes work and commitment. It also takes support. Don’t go through the recovery journey alone; reach out and find a sobriety companion you can rely on as you face challenges and conquer the obstacles in your way. With help, encouragement, and support from a recovery companion, you’ll have a powerful resource in your toolbox to help you live an empowered, connected life.