22. Living With a Partner’s Addiction — Clarity, Boundaries & Choices
- 2 Sections
- 11 Lessons
Session-by-session course content
- Session 1 — Map the impact of addictive behaviour
- Session 2 — Separate compassion from responsibility for recovery
- Session 3 — Assess financial and household safety
- Session 4 — Consider children and dependants
- Session 5 — Explore boundaries and support networks
- Session 6 — Identify qualified addiction and crisis services
- Session 7 — Plan realistic personal choices
- Session 8 — Build a sustainable support and safety plan
Self-reflection questionnaire + 3 guided exercises
About the programme
When a partner’s substance use, gambling or other harmful behaviours affect daily life, the impact can be exhausting. This programme supports affected partners with reflection, safer boundaries, support options and informed choices; it does not treat addiction or make the affected partner responsible for curing it.
Who it is for
For an adult affected by a partner’s substance use, gambling or other addictive behaviour who wants clarity, boundaries and support options. The programme is for the affected person, not treatment for the partner.
Suggested structure and duration
8 paid sessions, each approximately 60 minutes. Suggested pace: usually weekly, with scheduling adjusted to the participant’s needs and availability. The count is a proposed programme design, not a previously approved or contracted package.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to bring my spouse?
Not necessarily. The suitability of individual or joint sessions depends on the programme, safety and each person’s voluntary consent.
Will I be told what decision to make?
No. MDR Mentor helps you explore your choices; you retain responsibility for your decisions.
Is this therapy or legal advice?
No. This is non-clinical relationship mentoring and education. Medical, mental-health, legal and addiction needs require qualified professionals.
Can I book one session first?
Yes. A separate 60-minute paid introductory session is available for ₹1,000 to discuss your concerns and programme fit.
Important programme boundaries
MDR Mentor provides non-clinical relationship mentoring and education, not medical consultation, psychotherapy, clinical counselling, addiction treatment, legal advice or emergency response. The founder’s medical qualification does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Safety and consent come first; joint work may be inappropriate where there is violence, intimidation or coercive control. Seek qualified services for urgent safety, mental-health, child-protection, addiction, financial or legal concerns.
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