For a lot of people, life is meant to be linear. A person goes from childhood to adulthood by following a set path. They go to school, maybe matriculate to an institution of higher learning, and then begin adulthood by entering the professional workforce.

But for some people, life isn’t a process where they move on from one step to the next in an orderly fashion. Some people can fall into addiction and then their lives can fall out of sync with the linear process.

People struggling with addiction can have many paths to achieve abstinence from whatever it is that they are addicted to and Liberty Home will offer people the help they need to find their path forward on their recovery journey.

12 Step Programme at Liberty Home

Liberty Home’s treatment is divided between two different centres in two different countries. Each centre helps people battling addiction by focusing on different stages of recovery.

Liberty Home Clinic - South Africa

Our primary treatment centre in South Africa offers an inpatient treatment programme that can give our patients intensive support that can be so often crucial to overcoming addiction. This centre does not offer any detox services, but our staff does work closely with nearby medical establishments to help patients who need to take this crucial first step towards recovery. The centre offers substance abuse and mental health treatment for those who struggle with mental health conditions and addictive behaviours simultaneously.

Liberty Home Secondary - Belgium

All too often, addiction is a lifelong battle and our Belgian centre’s programme aims to give our patients the skills they need to win that battle. This centre is not an inpatient facility. Rather, it is a sober living home that supports recovery by teaching residents the skills and encouragement they need to continuously make the choice to be sober and to abstain from falling back into old patterns of behaviour.

What is the 12-Step Programme?

The 12-Step Programme is a structured approach to recovering from substance addiction and compulsive behaviours. Initially developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in the 1930s, it has since been adapted for to treat a variety of addictions and behavioural issues. The programme emphasises principles such as acceptance, surrender, and personal responsibility such as making amends.

Participants work through a series of guided stages aimed at fostering self-awareness, changes in behaviour, and spiritual growth.

Regular meetings can provide participants with a supportive community where they can share experiences and receive encouragement. The programme also emphasises the importance of having a sponsor, who is an experienced member who offers guidance and support.

The recognition of a higher power, which is integral to the 12-step model. This higher power can be interpreted in numerous ways depending on a person’s beliefs. The ultimate goal is to achieve and maintain recovery from addiction, improve quality of life, and build healthier relationships.

How Does the 12 Step Programme Work?

The 12-Step Programme works by guiding those in recovery through a structured process centred on personal development and addiction recovery. It starts with the acknowledgement of the problem and the need for help. Participants regularly attend a support group where they share their experiences, challenges, and progress within a supportive group environment.

This community aspect is a crucial part of rehabilitation, as it can provide a sense of belonging and mutual encouragement.

The programme also emphasises self-reflection, accountability, and setting past wrongs right by acknowledging the actions that may have hurt people and making direct amends to such people wherever there may be a need to do so. This fosters personal growth and can improve relationships.

A sponsor, a person who has successfully gone through the programme, can be a crucial source of guidance and support.

This mentorship, combined with the wisdom of the group, can help individuals stay committed to their recovery journey, which can ultimately lead to sustained sobriety and a healthier, more fulfilling life.

The 12 Steps to Recovery

The first step in a 12-step programme is to admit powerlessness over addiction. While some people can overcome addiction by willpower alone, the vast majority of people will be unable to resist their cravings. After powerlessness is acknowledged, many people in recovery then believe that turning to a higher power can help and cede control over to that power. This higher power is often religious, but not necessarily so.

After that, a person then admits to themselves, the power, and to others that their actions have caused harm to others and then prepares for that power to correct any flaws in their personality and to remove these shortcomings in their character.

The next step in the programme is for a person to list down all the ways that they hurt others over the course of their addiction. Once the wrongs have been tallied, a person then contacts others to make amends, unless doing so would cause the wronged party even more harm. Step 10 in this journey involves continuing to take personal inventory and admit wrongdoing.

The next step is to use prayer and meditation to improve consciousness, seek enlightenment, and achieve a deeper connection with the power. Step 12 in the programme is to carry this message to alcoholics or others who struggle with addiction.

Ideally, a patient achieves a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps and moves forwards in their lives with a deeper understanding of themselves.

What Does the 12-Step Model Treat?

The 12-step model was developed by Alcoholics Anonymous and has since been adapted by others such as Narcotics Anonymous. The programme can be used to treat some of the following conditions:

The 12-step model can help those struggling with alcoholism recover by guiding them through a structured process of acceptance, self-reflection, and personal growth. Participants attend regular meetings, share experiences, and receive support from peers and sponsors.

This holistic approach can foster community, accountability, and spiritual development, helping individuals achieve and sustain sobriety and improve their overall quality of life.

Alcohol Addiction

The 12-step model can help people who grapple with drug addiction by providing a structured framework for recovery. Participants engage in meetings to share experiences and gain support from peers and sponsors.

The treatment model fosters self-reflection, personal responsibility, and spiritual growth, encouraging individuals to acknowledge their addiction, make amends for past harms, and maintain continuous self-assessment.

This approach fosters a supportive community and offers tools for achieving and maintaining long-term recovery and improved well-being.

Substance Addiction

The 12-step programme can help a person's behavioural health by offering patients a path to recovery

Through fostering a supportive community and providing practical tools for recovery, the 12 steps can help individuals achieve sustainable mental wellness and healthier, more balanced lives.

Behavioural Health

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Recovery is hardly linear. While there is a first and final step in the 12-step recovery programme, everything in between doesn’t always follow a linear path. People take these steps at their own pace, with the help of addiction support groups and a sponsor. It takes a lot of support to make a journey to recovery.

Addiction can make you feel alone, but Liberty Home will show you that you’re not. We’ll be with you throughout the recovery process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 12 Step Programme work for Addiction?

The twelve steps model was initially developed for addiction to alcohol and can be vital in addiction support.

Are the 12 Steps Based on Evidence?

There is evidence that the 12-step model can be effective in recovery. That said, it is largely dependent on the individual.

How Do I Contact Liberty Home for Treatment?

You can get in touch with us here.