Detox is not just about addressing the physical withdrawal from substances—it is also about rebuilding trust, communication, and connection in a relationship. At Trinity Behavioral Health, we understand that couples face unique challenges during recovery. That is why creative therapies are integrated into our detox for couples, allowing partners to explore new ways of expressing themselves, healing together, and strengthening their bond. These therapies provide a meaningful, hands-on approach to recovery that goes beyond traditional talk therapy.
Couples Stay Together, Room Together, Heal Together
One of the unique aspects of our program is that couples are not separated during detox. Instead, they remain together, sharing living spaces and healing environments that support unity rather than division. Being together during detox helps reduce feelings of isolation and fear, which can often trigger relapse.
Creative therapies—such as art, music, and movement—become shared experiences in this setting. Partners can create paintings side by side, play music together, or even engage in guided meditation as a couple. These activities create opportunities for laughter, bonding, and emotional release while reinforcing the message that recovery is a joint journey.
Staying together also encourages accountability. When one partner feels discouraged, the other can step in as a motivator. Creative therapies give couples additional outlets for supporting each other in healthy, constructive ways.
Designated Couples Therapy with Specialized Support
Alongside individual counseling, each couple works with a designated couples therapist who focuses exclusively on relationship dynamics. This therapist is separate from individual counselors and drug and alcohol specialists, ensuring balanced and specialized support.
In couples therapy sessions, creative approaches are often introduced. For example, partners might be encouraged to use role-playing exercises to better understand each other’s emotions. They may also be guided through expressive writing activities, where each person writes letters to their partner that can later be read aloud in therapy.
By blending creative exercises with professional guidance, couples can safely explore sensitive issues—such as boundaries, forgiveness, or shared goals for the future. This unique combination ensures that both the individual and the relationship are nurtured during detox.
Insurance Coverage for Comprehensive Care
Many couples worry about the financial burden of treatment, but most PPO insurance plans cover the cost of detox, including creative therapy services. Coverage typically includes not only medical detox and therapy but also meals, housing, medications, and wellness activities like art classes or fitness workshops.
This means couples can focus entirely on healing without being overwhelmed by financial stress. Whether it’s a painting session to relieve anxiety or a mindfulness group to strengthen communication, these activities are fully part of the therapeutic experience and are included in insurance-covered care.
With insurance handling most, if not all, of the costs, couples can take full advantage of the creative therapies that support emotional healing and relational growth.
Types of Creative Therapies in Detox for Couples
Creative therapies provide couples with healthy ways to process emotions, relieve stress, and connect more deeply. Some of the most impactful include:
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Art Therapy: Painting, drawing, and sculpture help partners express feelings that may be too difficult to verbalize. Creating art side by side fosters a sense of unity and teamwork.
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Music Therapy: Listening, playing, or even writing songs allows couples to explore shared emotions and build new memories around healing rather than substance use.
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Drama and Role-Play: Couples engage in guided scenarios to practice communication skills and learn new ways of responding to conflict.
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Movement and Dance Therapy: Movement helps release stress and fosters physical connection, encouraging partners to feel more comfortable and bonded.
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Journaling and Creative Writing: Writing exercises allow couples to share inner thoughts in a safe format, which can later become a starting point for deeper discussions in therapy.
Each of these therapies provides not only individual healing but also shared growth, making recovery a pet friendly environment for relationships, where both emotional needs and relational needs are nurtured.
Why Choose Us?
Trinity Behavioral Health is committed to providing couples with a unique, holistic detox program designed to heal both the individual and the relationship. By keeping couples together, offering specialized couples therapy, and integrating creative approaches, we create an environment where partners can grow stronger during recovery instead of being pulled apart.
We also make treatment accessible by working with insurance providers to ensure couples receive the full spectrum of services—including medical detox, therapy, and creative outlets—without unnecessary financial strain.
Our focus is not just on ending substance use but on building lasting resilience, trust, and love between partners. That is what makes our detox program stand apart as a pathway to both sobriety and stronger relationships.
Conclusion
Detox for couples is about more than just clearing substances from the body. It is about healing the mind, rebuilding the relationship, and creating new pathways for healthy connection. Creative therapies such as art, music, role-play, and writing provide couples with the tools to express themselves, bond more deeply, and support each other’s recovery journey.
At Trinity Behavioral Health, we ensure that couples stay together, receive designated therapy, and access all of the creative outlets needed for lasting recovery. With comprehensive insurance coverage, couples can focus on what matters most—rebuilding their lives and relationships free from addiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of creative therapies are part of detox for couples?
A: Creative therapies may include art, music, drama, dance, journaling, and mindfulness practices. These approaches help couples express emotions, improve communication, and heal together in a supportive environment.
Q: Why is it important for couples to stay together during detox?
A: Staying together provides emotional support, reduces feelings of isolation, and encourages accountability. Shared experiences in creative therapy help couples strengthen their bond throughout recovery.
Q: How does a designated couples therapist differ from individual therapists?
A: A couples therapist focuses on the relationship itself, addressing communication patterns, trust issues, and shared goals. This role is separate from individual therapists, who address personal struggles and substance use issues.
Q: Does insurance cover creative therapy in detox programs?
A: Yes, most PPO insurance plans cover the full spectrum of services, including medical detox, therapy, housing, meals, medications, and creative therapy activities.
Q: Can creative therapies really make a difference in recovery?
A: Absolutely. Creative therapies provide healthy ways to process emotions, relieve stress, and build deeper connections. They often help couples discover new forms of communication and strengthen resilience, making them an essential part of detox.