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What is Aftercare Planning?

iRely Recovery extends your treatment journey through our comprehensive aftercare and alumni programs. These vital services connect you to ongoing support and social connection after completing detox and residential treatment.[1]

Our aftercare team creates personalized health equity plans that meet you where you are and build on your individual strengths. We schedule regular check-ins, continuing therapy, and provide practical guidance for life’s challenges, ensuring you never face recovery alone.

The founders of iRely Recovery previously ran one of the region’s largest alumni programs with great success and bring this expertise to our internal programs here. We cultivate vibrant connections through active social media communities, engaging chat platforms, and monthly events, including dinners, outings, and meetings that reinforce your recovery network.

We measure success through clear benchmarks: diminished resistance, active participation, positive engagement in recovery events, and growing curiosity about taking an active role in your wellness journey. The therapeutic alliance we develop during your middle stage of treatment proves critical for long-term recovery.

iRely’s aftercare and alumni services transform your treatment experience from a temporary intervention into a foundation for permanent change, surrounding you with the community, tools, and support you need to thrive in your new life.

How (and Why) Aftercare Programs Works

Aftercare planning connects your initial treatment to lasting recovery in Los Angeles. At iRely Recovery, we integrate comprehensive aftercare programs into all treatment plans, recognizing that the recovery journey doesn’t stop just because you’ve graduated.

Our evidence-based aftercare services address your individual needs through continued care that includes therapy sessions, support groups, and relapse prevention strategies. This structured approach maintains the momentum gained during inpatient treatment while providing the flexibility needed for real-world challenges.

Substance abuse recovery requires long-term commitment, which our dual diagnosis approach supports by addressing both addiction and mental health disorders. Through medication-assisted treatment when appropriate, regular check-ins, and strong peer support networks, we help manage cravings and promote overall well-being.

The evidence confirms that comprehensive aftercare support dramatically improves long-term sobriety rates, making it essential for transforming treatment into lasting recovery.

The Efficacy of Aftercare & Alumni Programs

Research consistently demonstrates that continuing care significantly enhances recovery outcomes for substance use disorders, particularly for those with greater problem severity.[2] While reviews indicate relatively modest effects when analyzing combined data from multiple studies, evidence strongly suggests that longer-duration aftercare programs with active engagement strategies produce more consistently positive results.

At iRely Recovery’s Los Angeles treatment center, we implement these evidence-based principles through personalized aftercare planning that includes regular assessment and adaptation to evolving patient needs. Our approach incorporates promising innovations such as incentives for abstinence and mobile health technologies to augment traditional counselor-delivered interventions. Studies particularly highlight that patients at higher risk for relapse benefit from structured continuing care — a finding that shapes our comprehensive aftercare services across all levels of care, from post-detoxification support to long-term recovery management.[3]

Testimonials

What Our iRely Recovery Aftercare Alumni Are Saying

Vinsent and his team run a stellar program! I came into treatment a lost, lonely, depressed, heavily drug addicted girl and have blossomed into a full grown woman! His team is so passionate and knowledgeable about recovery and helping the next person who is sick and suffering. I was always treated with love, respect and kindness - even when I was dying inside and battling this beast of an addiction. I highly recommend this center to anyone that is seeking treatment.

Jill M

iRely Recovery is not just a safe place to get sober, it’s a program designed to stay sober (by those who know what it takes first hand). The 12-steps is a great start, but was never enough for me. I never realized how much of my addiction was tied to mental health. It was only when I began the journey into myself that I found the life-line to real happiness. If you’re ready to take the first step, I can guarantee you, every step past that will not be made alone.

Tony J

I’ve had the privilege of knowing Vinsent Franke for many years, first meeting when he hired me as a technician in the substance abuse treatment field. Since then, he has been my boss, mentor, and one of the most influential people in my life. Vinsent’s unmatched dedication, integrity, and compassion have changed—and even saved—countless lives, always putting clients’ well-being first. He has stood by me and my family through difficult times, offering unwavering loyalty and support. I am proud to call him not only a colleague but a brother, and I am forever grateful for his impact on my life and the lives of so many others.

Vanessa A

iRely Recovery’s Modalities for Aftercare

The iRely Recovery aftercare program utilizes evidence-based therapeutic modalities that address the ongoing challenges of recovery while building resilience and self-sufficiency. We tailor these approaches to your individual needs as you navigate life beyond our residential facility:

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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

This approach helps you maintain recovery by accepting difficult emotions without turning to substances and committing to values-based actions.

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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT sessions provide practical techniques to identify and counter the thought patterns that threaten your sobriety in everyday situations.

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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

DBT equips you with essential emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills for managing triggers and cravings independently.

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Experiential Therapy

Through creative, active therapeutic experiences, you’ll process complex emotions and build healthy coping mechanisms that support lasting recovery.

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Family Therapy

We continue healing family dynamics and strengthening your support system through structured sessions that address evolving relationships in recovery.

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Group Therapy

Our alumni groups provide ongoing connection, accountability, and shared learning in a community that understands your unique journey.

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Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions with your therapist address personal challenges that arise during transition and help refine your personalized recovery strategies.

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Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness practices strengthen your ability to remain present and make conscious choices rather than reactive decisions during stressful situations.

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Motivational Interviewing

This collaborative approach reinforces your commitment to recovery goals when facing the inevitable challenges of post-treatment life.

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Recovery-Oriented Treatment

Our strengths-based approach helps you harness the power of a recovery community while building practical skills and personal strength.

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Somatic Experiencing Therapy

This body-centered approach continues addressing the physical manifestations of trauma and stress that can trigger relapse.

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Trauma-Informed Care

We maintain awareness of how trauma impacts recovery, ensuring all aftercare interactions promote safety, trust, and empowerment.

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Finding Your Place on the Continuum of Care

iRely Recovery designs your aftercare plan through careful assessment of your progress during residential treatment, current needs, and future goals. We evaluate your ongoing support requirements, relapse risk patterns, living environment, and readiness for increased independence to determine the optimal level of care. This personalized approach ensures you receive precisely the right intensity of services designed for your unique recovery journey.

Our continuum of care creates a seamless transition from our luxurious residential facility to sustainable independent living without the fear and chaos one can experience without deep support. Located between Hollywood and Malibu, iRely offers convenient access to all levels of aftercare support while maintaining the therapeutic relationships you’ve developed during treatment. We pride ourselves on our ability to adjust your care plan as your needs evolve, providing the perfect balance of structure and autonomy at each stage of recovery. This flexible, responsive approach prevents gaps in treatment that often lead to relapse, ensuring your path to long-term wellness remains uninterrupted.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aftercare

What elements should be included in an effective rehab aftercare plan?

A comprehensive rehab aftercare plan includes ongoing therapy sessions, support group participation, and personalized relapse prevention strategies. iRely Recovery’s addiction aftercare plans provide scheduled check-ins, continuation of successful therapeutic approaches, and community resource connections tailored to your specific recovery needs and goals.

How is aftercare planning different from residential treatment?

Aftercare planning focuses on applying recovery skills in real-world settings while residential care provides structured support in a controlled environment. Your aftercare treatment plan at iRely Recovery adjusts service intensity based on your evolving needs, gradually increasing independence while maintaining appropriate support as you transition back to daily life.

When should rehab aftercare plan development begin?

Effective aftercare planning starts with your admission, not just before discharge. iRely Recovery integrates your addiction aftercare plan development throughout treatment, refining it as we identify your specific needs and strengths. This ensures a seamless transition with appropriate support already established, creating a comprehensive aftercare treatment plan that addresses all aspects of your continuing recovery.

Sources

[1] McKay, J. R. (2009). Continuing care research: What we have learned and where we are going. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 36(2), 131–145. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2670779/ on May 20, 2025

[2, 3] McKay, J. R. (2021). Impact of Continuing Care on Recovery from Substance Use Disorder. Alcohol Research: Current Reviews, 41(1). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7813220/ on May 20, 2025