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Become A Nationally Certified Family Recovery Coach (NCFRC)
Learn To Support the families and loved ones of clients that are suffering from a drug and alcohol addiction
Fully accredited. Globally recognized. Built for the next generation of Addiction & Mental Health Professionals.
What Is The Certified Family Recovery Coach Training?
Families suffer just as much if not more than the addicted individual. Yet most treatment programs barely scratch the surface of family education and support. That’s where you come in. If you’ve ever been on the family side of addiction—or you’re an advocate who knows families need more support—this training gives you the skills and credibility to step in where treatment centers leave off.
The NCFRC program is a comprehensive, action-based training that teaches you how to work with families and loved ones impacted by addiction. You’ll learn how to stop codependency and enabling behaviors, address hidden blame and resentments, and build the structure families need to heal together. You’ll also get practical training in boundaries, accountability, family dynamics, Claudia Black’s framework, defense mechanisms, and even pharmacology basics—so you can confidently educate, coach, and guide.
This program doesn’t just hand you theory; it gives you the tools to create real change in the family system. You’ll walk away knowing how to qualify the family as a client, prepare them for treatment transitions, and empower them to support recovery without losing themselves.
Families are the missing piece of the recovery puzzle. This course equips you to be the one who helps them finally heal.
Key Topics & Teachings Include:
Family System Dynamics
Understand roles, defense mechanisms, and hidden resentments
Use Claudia Black’s framework to break generational cycles
Shift families from chaos to accountability
Codependency & Enabling
Spot enabling behaviors in real time
Coach families to detach with love, not control
End the “rescuer” cycle that keeps addiction alive
Boundaries & Consequences
Teach families how to set and enforce boundaries
Replace fear-driven enabling with consistent follow-through
Create safety and structure for both addict and loved ones
Addiction & Brain Science
Break down the effects of drugs on the brain and behavior
Educate families on cravings, relapse cycles, and recovery timelines
Build empathy through experiential exercises like the no-sugar challenge
Coaching vs. Therapy
Learn when to coach, when to refer out
Position coaching as results-driven, not theory-heavy
Build credibility even alongside therapists and treatment teams
Real-World Case Work
Navigate high-conflict family scenarios with confidence
Apply intervention + coaching strategies as a package
Market yourself ethically as the go-to family recovery expert
Core Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to
Coach families through codependency and enabling
Explain addiction science in simple terms
Apply practical coaching tools and exercises
Know when to coach and when to refer out
Set clear boundaries with real consequences
Guide families during treatment transitions
Launch a professional, accredited coaching practice
Market themselves ethically as family recovery experts
Here’s Exactly What You’ll Get When You Enroll
The Family Recovery Coach Training (20 CEUs)
Each module is designed to meet the global standards, with clear objectives, real-world application, and evidence-based frameworks. You’ll study:
Session One:
Foundations of Family Recovery Coaching
Reframe enabling and codependency, set clean roles with therapy, and learn the tough-love, action-based approach that gets families moving now.
Session Two:
Addiction, Diagnosis & Breaking the Cycle
Cut through labels, understand brain chemistry and behavioral loops, and learn how to interrupt rituals and coach families out of rescue mode.
Session Three:
Coaching Fundamentals, Boundaries & Triggers
Build the family playbook: educate, set boundaries that stick, and replace control/anxiety patterns with clear, coachable routines.
Session Four:
Experiential Coaching
Use an empathy-building challenge to teach cravings, withdrawal, and relapse dynamics—then translate insights into real family coaching tools.
Session Five:
Body Language, Communication & Relapse Flags
Read what clients won’t say, ask better questions, spot early relapse signals, and guide families to enforce consequences without chaos.
Session Six:
Boundaries, Consequences & Real-World Scenarios
Work complex cases with parents and adult children, install consequence frameworks, know when to refer out, and protect your own scope.
Session Seven:
Live Case Labs & Implementation
Pressure-test your skills on real cases, map next steps, and leave with a concrete plan for supervision, certification, and building your referral network.
Relapse Prevention Training (5 CEUs)
In addition to the core Family Recovery Coach Training, you’ll also receive full Relapse Prevention Training—a nationally recognized certification that equips you with the advanced skills every recovery coach needs. Relapse is not a single event; it’s a process. This training gives you the tools to intervene early, stop the cycle, and build long-term strategies that work in the real world.
Session One:
Relapse Prevention Foundations
Discover why the “abstinence-only” model fails so many and learn how to approach relapse prevention with a flexible, client-centered strategy. You’ll cover harm reduction vs. abstinence, chronic relapse patterns, the science of triggers, and how to build aftercare plans that truly stick.
Session Two:
Advanced Relapse Prevention Strategy
Move from theory to action with practical tools for identifying triggers, rewriting limiting beliefs, and creating relapse prevention plans. You’ll also learn how to manage trauma, structure daily routines, and guide families through the emotional and behavioral patterns that fuel relapse.
Session Three:
Stages of Relapse & Neurochemical Recovery
Dive into the three stages of relapse—emotional, mental, and physical—while learning how brain chemistry impacts recovery. You’ll explore cognitive reframing, boundary-setting, exercise, nutrition, and neurochemical repair strategies that restore balance and reduce relapse risk.
Session Six:
12-Step Integration & Alternative Recovery Paths
Learn how to integrate (or critique) 12-step programs as one part of a holistic recovery plan. You’ll explore alternative pathways, individualized strategies, and the philosophy of relapse prevention as a multi-layered system—combining coaching, community, structure, nutrition, and faith.
Ethics Course (6 CEUs)
Gain a deep understanding of ethical responsibilities, including confidentiality, professional standards, report writing, case management, and legal compliance across state lines. Through practical scenarios, action planning, and guidance on boundaries, trust-building, and communication, participants learn to navigate complex ethical situations confidently.
All Course Materials, Books & Exams Included
No hidden fees. Your enrollment covers the full training manuals, course resources, and three certification exams—everything required to complete the program and earn your credentials.
10 Weeks of Live Group Mentorship with a Master Coach
Join 10 weeks of live group mentorship with a master coach to get personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and proven strategies for coaching. Collaborate with peers, ask questions, and apply new skills in a supportive, hands-on environment designed to accelerate your growth and confidence.
6 Months of On-Demand Access
Enjoy 6 months of on-demand access to the full training, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Revisit lessons anytime, review key strategies, and reinforce your coaching skills whenever it fits your schedule.
Marketing Seals + Use of NCFRC Designation
Gain exclusive marketing seals and the right to use the NCFRC designation, showcasing your expertise and credibility as a Certified Family Recovery Coach. Enhance your professional profile, attract clients, and stand out in the coaching field.
But You'll Also Get These Practice-Building Bonuses
Students Joining During September Also Get These FOUR Added Bonuses FOR FREE
Bonus: #1 Best-Selling Workbook For Coaching Clients
Ready-to-use exercises and proven tools that make working with clients—or supporting loved ones in recovery—simpler, more structured, and more effective. It takes the guesswork out of what to do next and helps create real change instead of spinning in circles.
Bonus: 3 Months Free Online Directory Listing Site
Be found by clients actively searching for addiction and motivation professionals.
Bonus: Private Graduate & Networking Communities
Tap into a global network of certified professionals, mentors, and peers.
Bonus: Lifetime Discounts on All Future Certifications
Keep leveling up your credentials and skills—while paying a fraction of the cost.
$5997 TOTAL VALUE
September Special Only $999
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Nationally Certified Family Recovery Coach (NCFRC)
31 Combined CEUs
WEEKLY LIVE CALLS
Expert Led
10 Weeks Of Mentorship
Move At Your Own Speed
Self Paced
With 6mo To Complete
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$999
Regular Pricing $1997
Family Recovery Coach Certification Program
$999.00
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Meet Your Instructor:
Tricia Parido
BS Psych, IMAC, NCPLC, CATCIII, NCIP, NCPCM
Tricia Parido is a Nationally Certified Life Coach, an International Master Addictions Specialist, and a Mental Health Professional with a Psych Degree in Behavioral as well as Process & Chemical Addictions who loves to help change lives! As a Master Life Interventionist, Tricia is committed to serving her clients worldwide to find the emotional intelligence they need to conquer their life challenges.
As an active business owner of a thriving coaching practice, Turning Leaves® Recovery, Life, and Wellness Coaching, with courses seated in evidence-based practices, she not only teaches her clients how to live the life they desire, how to evolve, and “live free”, but she also teaches those that aspire to become professional coaches how to do so, passionately, and professionally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Family Recovery Coach?
A Family Recovery Coach works with the loved ones of someone struggling with addiction. Instead of focusing only on the addict, you help the family break cycles of enabling, set boundaries, and heal together.
Will this certification help me if I already work in a treatment center or clinical setting?
Yes. Many treatment centers under-serve families. Adding this certification makes you more valuable to your employer, expands your skill set, and allows you to fill a major gap in client care.
Why would someone choose a coach instead of a therapist?
Therapists focus on the past, a Family Recovery Coach focuses on action, accountability, and fast results for the entire family system. Coaching fills the gap where therapy and sponsorship often fall short.
Do I need a degree or license to take this course?
No degree or prior license is required. We give you everything you need—training, certification, supervision hours, and credentials that are recognized nationally and internationally.
How much can I earn as a Certified Family Recovery Coach?
Earnings vary depending on your location, niche, and business model, but certified coaches in this field can earn anywhere from $75–$250 per hour for private sessions.
With full-time coaching, smart marketing, and leveraging our referral network, online directory, and job board, many graduates build practices that earn $50,000–$150,000+ annually, and top coaches exceed $250,000 per year.
How long does it take to complete the program?
Most students complete the training and earn their certification in 8 to 10 weeks. You’ll have access to on-demand video modules, plus 10 weeks of live mentorship, so you can move at your own pace with expert guidance along the way.
Support the families and loved ones of clients that are suffering from addictions
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Certified Family Recovery Coach
No application or pre-requisites needed for our certifications. Start your journey with us today!
$999
Next Live Group Coaching Call Starts Tuesday, September 16th. Self Study Videos Available Immediately Upon Registration
This Program Earns You A Nationally Recognized and Accredited Certification In Family Recovery Coaching
10 Weeks
OF LIVE GROUP CALLS
31 CEUs
CEUs/CME/CE/Hrs
Self Paced
6 MONTHS ACCESS
No Exam Fee
INCLUDED WITH PRICE
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