When you’re in a relationship, you share everything: the good, the bad, and sometimes the really messy. Addiction is one of those struggles that touches every corner of your relationship. When both partners are addicted, their personal lives as well as their relationships often get damaged. It would make sense, then, for both partners to recover at the same time. But here’s the issue: the industry often tells couples they need to separate to heal.
At Detox Concierge, we don’t believe in this. We know there’s a better way. Couples can (and should) detox together when it’s the right fit. We believe that having the support and presence of a partner can make detoxing a much easier and less stressful experience.
So, let’s talk about why the industry shuns this approach and how we’ve created a solution that works for couples ready to reclaim their lives together.
The Reality of Addiction for Couples
Addiction isn’t a solo problem. It seeps into relationships. It turns love and connection into stress and distance. Maybe you and your partner began drinking or using together as a way to bond. Over time, it spiraled into something that neither of you could control.
It’s common for addiction to create habits and routines that both people share in a relationship. This can make recovery feel like an impossible task. Having to separate makes the whole thing even scarier. Many couples end up not getting help because of this. They stay stuck in the toxic cycle of substance dependence.
Why Traditional Rehab Turns Couples Away
Rehab facilities often reject couples for a few reasons:
- Fear of Enabling: They worry you’ll encourage each other to slip back into old habits.
- Distraction: The focus of rehab is individual healing, and they believe being together might get in the way of that.
- Codependency Concerns: Some professionals argue that couples need to break patterns of unhealthy dependence before they can recover.
Sure, in some cases these concerns can be valid. But they don’t tell the whole story. Not every couple enables each other. Many provide strength, accountability, and a sense of stability that helps recovery stick.
The Benefits of Detoxing Together
Like we said, at Detox Concierge, we don’t believe separation is necessary. A couples detox can work and even be a very positive experience. Here’s why:
1. Shared Accountability
Having someone who knows exactly what you’re going through can be powerful. You’re in it together. You get to cheer each other on and keep each other grounded.
For example, imagine one partner is tempted to give up. Instead of facing that moment alone, they have someone right there who can say, “We’ve got this. We’re stronger than this.”
2. Healing the Relationship
Addiction often creates cracks in trust and communication. Detoxing together allows couples to start repairing those cracks as part of the recovery process. You’re healing as a team.
3. A Familiar Face
Detox can feel isolating. Knowing your partner is by your side (literally, on the couch next to you) can ease those fears. It’s comforting to see a familiar face, share a laugh, or just sit together quietly. You’ll also both understand what the other one is going through. This can help you relate to the struggles of your partner and support them (and vice versa).
4. Reducing Separation Anxiety
When you’re married, have been together for a long time, or feel very strongly connected to each other, being apart during such a vulnerable time can create additional stress. It’s understandable that you wouldn’t want to part ways during this phase of your life. Detoxing together eliminates that anxiety and lets you focus entirely on getting better.
What Makes Detox Concierge Different
At Detox Concierge, we welcome couples. We believe recovery is personal, and what works for one person may not work for another. That’s why we customize every detox plan, including those for couples.
Here’s how we make it work:
- Individualized Plans: Each partner gets their own treatment plan that is personalized for them. If you and your partner are struggling with different substances, that’s no problem for us. We offer at home alcohol detox and at home opiate detox. We can also treat cocaine and Kratom addictions.
- Shared Support: We encourage healthy support systems that help you build each other up without enabling.
- Professional Oversight: Our experienced medical team will be monitoring every step. They know what to do in case of emergencies and how to prevent them from happening in the first place. Safety is always our top priority.
- Privacy of Home: Detoxing at home means no prying eyes, no judgment, and no awkward moments with strangers.
Myths About Couples Detox (Debunked)
Myth #1: “Couples will just enable each other.”
Reality: With professional supervision, enabling behaviors can be addressed and replaced with healthy, supportive habits.
Myth #2: “You can’t recover while staying in a relationship.”
Reality: Many couples recover stronger together, build new, sober routines, and learn to communicate better.
Myth #3: “It’s unsafe for couples to detox together.”
Reality: With a trained medical team overseeing the process, detoxing together can be just as safe as detoxing individually.
FAQs About Couples Detox at Home
Can all couples do couples detox at home together?
No, couples detox is not ideal for every single couple. It works best when both partners are equally committed to recovery. When one partner is being dragged along, their lack of motivation can affect the partner who is more serious about recovery.
What if one of us struggles more than the other?
That’s why we offer individualized care at Detox Concierge. We address each person’s needs separately. If one partner is struggling, they can get personalized medicine that will ease their withdrawals. Couples detox doesn’t mean both partners receive the exact same treatment. Each partner will get the care and support they need.
Is it safe to detox together?
Yes. With medical oversight and a professional team that is focused on your safety, couple rehab can be just as safe as individual detox or rehab.
Want to Get Sober…Together?
Recovery doesn’t have to tear you apart. With Detox Concierge’s in home detox, couples can safely detox from alcohol, opioids, cocaine, or Kratom in the privacy and comfort of home. You don’t have to face this alone, and you don’t have to be separated from the person who matters most.
Contact Detox Concierge today to learn more about couples detox and schedule your first free consultation. Together, we’ll figure out a plan for both of you to recover and create a brighter future.
Our main location is in Newport Beach, in Orange County, but we don’t just offer detox in California. We serve the entire United States. Wherever you live, we can bring our detox services straight to your home.
