{"product_id":"therapeutic-separation-a-workbook-for-couples-facing-addiction-9781940467139","title":"Therapeutic Separation: A Workbook for Couples Facing Addiction","description":"\u003cp\u003eA therapeutic separation is an intentional process\u003cbr\u003etherapeutically crafted to help bring about safety, stability, and\u003cbr\u003eindividual and relational insight. When done purposefully, it can offer\u003cbr\u003eguidance and direction to both the individual and the couple. This deliberate\u003cbr\u003eand structured period should be temporary. As the couple is in an intentional\u003cbr\u003eperiod of separation, each partner works on goals to learn about themselves and\u003cbr\u003ehow they show up in the relationship. They then work with their\u003cbr\u003esupport system, such as a therapist and\/or sponsor, to implement changes to\u003cbr\u003eaddress these specific concerns. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe purpose\u003cbr\u003eof a therapeutic separation is to create space for reflection and growth, \u003cbr\u003ethus leading to the development of a healthier relationship whether the couple decides\u003cbr\u003eto reintegrate or discontinue. Reintegration may not always be the outcome\u003cbr\u003ethough, as doing the work individually and as a couple can manifest results\u003cbr\u003eleading to more needed space or termination of the relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaking a therapeutic separation in your relationship shouldn't feel like you are plunging into the unknown. With proper assistance and support, a therapeutic separation may provide safety, clarity, and healing. That said, choosing this delicate path requires care and guidance. This workbook will walk you through the process of a healthy and productive therapeutic separation from beginning to end. The instruction and exercises in this workbook will help you create a robust therapeutic separation and evaluate what you need moving forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this workbook you will: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluate if a separation is right for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a therapeutic separation plan based on your relationship, needs, and boundaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to disclose the separation to your children, family, and friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how your history is connected to your present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete individual and relationship goals based on your plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess what you need as you move forward after a therapeutic separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLindsey Stanley\u003c\/b\u003e is an addiction and trauma counselor in Dallas, Texas. She owns and practices in her group practice, Pecan Counseling. She specializes in working with alcohol use disorders, substance use disorders, sexual addiction, and financial disorders. She has worked in many levels of care including, IOP (Intensive Outpatient Programming), and PHP (Partial Hospitalization Programming) settings treating addictive behaviors. She specializes in REBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution\u003cbr\u003efocused therapy, and various other techniques to help her clients. She values solution and relief oriented care, with appropriate directness and well timed humor. Lindsey is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, where she received her Masters in Counseling. Lindsey is certified in various forms of therapy including: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, EMDR, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist, Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and is trained in the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM) for treating complex trauma and addictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStevie Hall\u003c\/b\u003e is a therapist and owner of Arise Counseling in Dallas, TX and holds a PhD in the field of psychology. With an extensive background in the study of empathy, she has developed a deep understanding of human behavior, motivation, and connection. In her therapeutic work, Stevie is committed to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of relationships and overcome the impact of complex trauma, sex and love addiction, infidelity, codependency, and intimacy difficulties. In addition to providing therapy, Stevie enjoys training professionals, sharing her expertise with groups, fellow practitioners, and treatment facilities. Stevie has pursued the following training and certifications: Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), EMDR, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Attachment Injury Resolution Model (AIRM), Complex Trauma Certification Training, and Texas Trained Mediator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gentle Path Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51424249905426,"sku":"9781940467139","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_bcd86d0f-1ec8-4adf-a27c-7ef4ed680097.jpg?v=1751368788","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/therapeutic-separation-a-workbook-for-couples-facing-addiction-9781940467139","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}