Life Skills & Recovery Coaching
Building the Life You Deserve — One Step, One Skill, One Victory at a Time
Recovery isn’t just about quitting a substance or managing a diagnosis. It’s about rebuilding your life in a way that feels sustainable, meaningful, and empowering. At Altura Recovery, we offer life skills development and recovery coaching as part of our commitment to whole-person care. These services bridge the gap between clinical therapy and real-world independence—helping you move forward with clarity, confidence, and accountability.
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What Is Recovery Coaching?
Recovery coaching is structured, strengths-based support from someone who understands what it means to rebuild after addiction or a mental health crisis. While therapy focuses on processing emotions and past trauma, coaching focuses on:
- Goal setting and future planning
- Practical life skill building
- Accountability and routine development
- Encouragement and mentorship
Coaches can be peers in long-term recovery or trained professionals who specialize in motivational work. At Altura, our recovery coaches are trained to collaborate with your therapist and clinical team so you get the best of both worlds: emotional insight and actionable support.
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Life Skills Training: What We Teach
Recovery is about more than not using—it’s about learning how to live well. Our life skills curriculum focuses on:
1. Time Management & Routine Building
- Using planners, calendars, and time blocks
- Creating morning and evening routines
- Prioritizing self-care and daily structure
2. Communication Skills
- Assertiveness vs. passivity or aggression
- Conflict resolution in recovery
- Asking for help and setting boundaries
3. Financial Literacy
- Budgeting for basics
- Saving and managing spending triggers
- Navigating bills, rent, and debt after treatment
4. Job Readiness & Career Support
- Resume building
- Job applications and interview coaching
- Navigating gaps in employment history
5. Independent Living & Self-Sufficiency
- Cooking and nutrition basics
- Laundry, cleaning, and home organization
- Managing appointments, health care, and documents
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Who It’s For
Our life skills and coaching programs are ideal for:
- Young adults learning to launch
- Adults transitioning from residential care or sober living
- People facing relapse risk due to lack of structure
- Anyone who feels stuck between knowing what to do and actually doing it
Recovery coaching helps bridge the space between awareness and action.
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How It Works at Altura
Recovery coaching and life skills training are available to:
- PHP and IOP clients as part of weekly scheduling
- SOP clients as a part of continued support
- Alumni who want check-ins, accountability, or transition planning
- Individuals not enrolled in clinical programming but still seeking support
Sessions may include:
- 1:1 coaching meetings (in person or virtual)
- Weekly life skills workshops
- Goal check-ins with progress tracking
- Optional group coaching formats
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Why This Support Matters
Life after treatment is often overwhelming. Without structure and support, old habits creep back in. But with the right skills and guidance, clients can:
- Prevent relapse by building a predictable daily rhythm
- Re-enter school, work, or housing with confidence
- Rebuild broken relationships with clear communication
- Replace shame with accomplishment
Life coaching doesn’t replace therapy—it enhances it. Our therapists help you heal. Our coaches help you grow.
Therapy vs. Coaching: What's the Difference?
Therapy
- Past-focused
- Licensed clinician
- Treats trauma, anxiety, depression
- May include diagnosis and medication support
- Often billed through insurance
Recovery Coaching
- Future-focused
- Certified coach or trained mentor
- Supports life skill development, action plans
- Never prescribes or diagnoses
- Often out-of-pocket or included in extended care
Real-World Success: What Clients Learn to Master
- Creating a structured weekly routine
- Applying for jobs with confidence
- Shopping and meal prepping on a budget
- Getting to therapy and support groups on time
- Setting and tracking 30-day personal goals
- Repairing relationships with honest, clear communication
We don’t just help people stay sober. We help them rise.
Virtual Coaching Options
Live out of town? Juggling work or school? We offer:
- Virtual coaching via secure Zoom sessions
- Asynchronous goal tracking through client portals
- Weekly check-ins by phone or video
Our recovery coaching can meet you where you are—literally and emotionally.
Integrating With Other Services
Life coaching fits naturally into:
- Sober living: Keeps clients focused and structured
- Therapy: Reinforces treatment themes through practice
- Job placement or educational services: Helps clients show up prepared
- Aftercare: Provides a bridge after clinical treatment ends
Common Questions
Is coaching the same as therapy?
No. Coaching focuses on life action steps, not mental health symptoms.
Can I do coaching without being in treatment?
Yes. We offer coaching to individuals ready to work on their goals and growth.
Do you offer virtual coaching?
Yes, we provide virtual and hybrid coaching to meet your schedule and location.
What’s the time commitment?
We offer coaching as weekly, bi-weekly, or custom-fit sessions depending on your needs.
Can family members be involved?
With client consent, we can include loved ones in check-ins or family planning sessions.
Are You Ready?
Ready to take the next step?
Join Our Supportive Outpatient Program and Reclaim Your Life
Altura Recovery’s Supportive Outpatient Program (SOP) is designed to help you stay grounded, connected, and empowered as you continue healing. With access to therapy, coaching, and a recovery community, SOP gives you the support you deserve — without putting your life on pause.
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