Recovery is an important goal for anyone who has experienced trauma. It uses a strengths-based approach and encourages the use of coping skills and community resources in four life areas: health, home, purpose and community. Accessing and using resources in these life areas helps clients cope with change, which is also known as building resilience (samhsa.gov/recover). 10 Guiding Principles of Recovery Recovery: Emerges from hope Understands each person is in charge of their own path Occurs via many pathways Focuses on multiple life areas Is supported by peers and allies Is sustained through relationships and social support Is Culturally-based Addresses trauma Acknowledges strengths Is based on respect
