Professional training for family recovery

Become the Professional Families Trust in Addiction Recovery

Learn a proven, evidence-based method to confidently guide families from chaos to connection—without adding years of training or complexity.

Facilitate powerful family recovery conversations
Use a structured, evidence-based model you can rely on
Start applying what you learn immediately

Limited cohort size • Calls are scheduled individually

A recovery professional guiding a family conversation
Evidence-based guidance
From family chaos to practiced, structured support.
Who this is for

Designed for Professionals Who Want to Make a Real Difference

This training is ideal for the people already carrying the weight of complex family systems and looking for a clear, credible way to help.

  • Therapists and counselors
  • Recovery professionals
  • Education professionals
  • Peer support specialists
  • Coaches seeking a structured model
  • Family members ready to help others
If you've ever thought
"I want to help families more effectively—but I need a clear, proven approach…"
You're in the right place.
Why this feels difficult

Without a clear model, even great professionals feel stuck.

Families are overwhelmed, reactive, and unsure how to help
Communication quickly breaks down
There's no clear structure for guiding them
Progress feels inconsistent—or out of your control

Even experienced professionals struggle when it comes to working with families. The challenge is rarely motivation. It is the absence of a reliable structure for what to say, how to guide the room, and how to move families toward healthier patterns.

A Loving Path facilitator leading a structured family recovery training session
The Loving Path

A Structured, Evidence-Based Approach That Actually Works

The Loving Path gives you a clear, repeatable way to help families become part of the recovery process. It translates compassion into a teachable structure, so families can move from reactive patterns toward clarity, steadiness, and support.

Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Stages of Change Loving, structured communication
Outcome
Families shift from chaos and conflict to connection, clarity, and support.
Post-training outcomes

What You'll Be Able to Do After This Training

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Confidently facilitate family recovery groups

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Teach families how to communicate clearly and effectively

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Help families set healthy boundaries

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Guide meaningful behavioral and relational change

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Work one-on-one with family members using coaching skills

You won't just understand the model—you'll know how to use it.

Program structure

A Clear Path—Without Overwhelm

Part 1

Facilitation Specialist Training

Learn to confidently guide families using the Loving Path 12 Principles.

  • Step-by-step facilitation training
  • Slides, lesson plans, and digital materials
  • Participant handouts and structured curriculum
  • Live and on-demand learning
Best for
Professionals who want to start using this immediately in groups or programs.
Part 2

Family Recovery Coaching Certification

Take your skills deeper with advanced coaching training.

  • ICF-aligned coaching competencies
  • Peer coaching and feedback
  • Practice labs to build confidence
  • Certification pathway
Best for
Professionals who want to work one-on-one and deepen their impact.
Why professionals choose this

Why This Program Stands Out

A structured model you can rely on, with no guessing what to do next

Practical tools you can use immediately in real-world settings

Built specifically for family recovery rather than generic coaching

Evidence-based methods translated into practical application

Step-by-step support that helps you build confidence over time

Testimonials

What The Loving Path Trainees and Coaches Say

These firsthand reflections come from trained and certified professionals describing how The Loving Path changed their practice and lives.

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"The retreat exceeded my expectations. The learning and relationships that were made during that weekend were powerful."
Kathy Wrenn
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
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"Using the 7 Steps to BALM in my life has changed the way I interact with the world, for sure!"
Lisa McDonald, CBFRLC
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
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"I have become a BALM Family Recovery Life Coach and Teacher and am able to share this incredible program with other families."
Lisa Costa, CBFRLC
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
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"In the BALM, I've learned how to be the peace I want to see in my family."
Lori Bolen, CBFRLC
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
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"The BALM helped me make peace with my mom. It helped me learn how to love her regardless of her addiction."
Liselle Hill, CBFRLC
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
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"It has transformed my life. I now have the tools, support, and education to deal with the challenges in front of me."
Lucy Tomkins, CBFRLC
Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach
Common questions

Objections handled with clarity.

Will this be overwhelming?
No. The program is structured step-by-step so you can build skills progressively with support, rather than trying to absorb everything at once.
Do I have to complete the full certification?
No. You can take Part 1 on its own and decide later whether you want to continue into the advanced coaching pathway.
Will I actually be able to use this?
Yes. The training is built for immediate real-world application, with a practical model, facilitation structure, and tools designed to be used right away.
This is more than training

This is about becoming the professional who knows how to guide families when it matters most.

  • Knows exactly how to guide families
  • Feels confident in complex situations
  • Creates real, lasting change
  • Someone families trust when it matters most.
Fall 2026 cohort

Fall 2026 Cohort Now Open

Spots are limited to ensure a high-quality, personalized experience. If you want a structured way to help families with more confidence and clarity, this is your invitation to begin.

Next step
Book a discovery call and explore the fit.

Calls are booked individually based on availability