Why Recovery Coaching Matters: Naetha’s Story of Hope & Healing

Recovery Coaching is an approach that helps people strengthen their wellbeing, rebuild relationships, and create a more fulfilling life. In this blog, Naetha shares her personal journey and why Recovery Coaching became a powerful path for her, her family, and her community.

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Finding Recovery Coaching

I don't even remember exactly how but I do remember how I felt!!

It was that moment when I just realised; this is the point where twenty + years of training, business and life experience all joined together and made perfect sense and magic happened, they called it Recovery Coaching!

Why Recovery Coaching Matters to Me

During a really hard time for myself and our family. I mean, it was a VERY hard period, a hard season whatever you want to call it. It just really sucked!

Somehow in the midst of all of that. While our hearts were breaking, we were enduring sleepless nights and our family was sometimes separated by thousands of miles. In the midst of all this, I found recovery coaching!

The Impact on Families & Communities

I consumed and engaged everything. I visited Recovery Communities, where I've lived in the USA; I talked to, met and trained with other amazing Recovery Coaches. I saw and felt the impact on the people directly affected, even more amazing was seeing how Recovery Coaching also positively impacted families, friends, businesses and communities.

My passion was reignited (I used to be a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counsellor) Recovery Coaching (& Recovery Communities) gave me permission to use all my personal and profession experience as a valued tool to help others.

I wanted to share Recovery Coaching; every aspect of it with as many people as possible.

I saw hope and opportunity, so when I returned to UK, (I know there are cultural differences) and I get it's not going to be everybody's cup of tea, it might seem a bit different; it may help someone too.

However, we are in a time (COVID-19) where everything is changing; it also is a time to be brave and help others. People do things differently, so let’s look at other ways to support and enhance recovery. So, this is me being brave and going for it.

Yes, it's scary as hell, but that's kind of where I'm at today.

Let the journey begin.

Naetha

What is Recovery Coaching?

Recovery Coaching is a strengths-based approach that supports people in moving forward, setting goals, and building healthier lives.

Unlike counselling or therapy, Recovery Coaching is about partnership, hope, and future-building.

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Naetha’s story reminds us that recovery is not only possible, it’s powerful when personal experience, professional experiences and coaching come together.

If Naetha’s story inspires you, you can learn more about Recovery Coaching or explore our training programmes at https://www.recoverycoachacademy.co.uk/rcacourses.

Today, Recovery Coaches are making a difference in over 25 countries, and together, we’re building stronger recovery and wellbeing communities worldwide.

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Here are some of the most common questions people ask about Recovery Coaching and how it works:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Recovery Coaching and how does it help?

Recovery Coaching builds on a person’s strengths to support lasting wellbeing, growth, and recovery. It helps people at all stages of life reconnect with purpose, improve relationships, and navigate change with confidence.

How does Recovery Coaching differ from therapy or counselling?

Unlike therapy, Recovery Coaching isn’t about diagnosis, it’s about partnership, goal setting, and building a life beyond addiction or challenge.

Why is Recovery Coaching growing worldwide?

Recovery Coaching is increasingly recognised around the world as a vital bridge between treatment, community support, and long-term wellbeing. Today, Recovery Coaches are active in over 25 countries, adapting the approach to different cultures and communities.

Can families benefit from Recovery Coaching?

Yes. Recovery Coaching supports individuals but also families, helping them rebuild trust, strengthen relationships, and heal together.

How does Recovery Coaching differ from traditional services like counselling or treatment?

Traditional services often focus on diagnosis, treatment, or addressing specific problems. Recovery Coaching is different, it’s a partnership that looks at the whole person.

A Recovery Coach supports people in all areas of life, personal, professional, and relational, at any stage of recovery or life they’re in. Whether someone is navigating early recovery, five or ten years down the line, or simply facing new life challenges, a Recovery Coach helps them move forward with clarity, resilience, and confidence.

Unlike traditional services, Recovery Coaching doesn’t replace therapy or treatment; it complements them by focusing on strengths, goals, and building a meaningful, sustainable life.