Branches of the Tree | Nurturing Growth, Connection, and Recovery

Who We Support
Branches of the Tree supports families impacted by a loved one’s substance use or mental health challenges. You do not have to choose between supporting your loved one and caring for yourself—we help you do both.

Why Family Support Matters
Recovery does not happen in isolation. Families often feel overwhelmed or unsure how to help. Without guidance, even loving responses can unintentionally make recovery harder. Families deserve education, support, and a clear path forward.

The BALM® Family Recovery Approach
BALM® (Be A Loving Mirror) is a family‑centered recovery approach that helps families change how they respond, set healthy
boundaries, and rebuild trust and connection—improving the recovery environment for everyone involved.

What to Expect in Your First Session
Your first session is complementary. It includes a supportive, judgment‑free conversation. We will explore your family’s current challenges, introduce BALM® principles, and identify next steps. No blame, no pressure—just clarity, relief, and a practical starting
point.

How We Work With Families
• 12‑Session BALM® Family Recovery Workshop
• BALM® Family Recovery Life Coaching (individual, two‑person, and group formats)
• On‑demand BALM® programs for loved ones and families

What Makes This Different
BALM® is a dual‑progress approach. While your loved one works their recovery journey, you work yours—allowing you to stay
connected without controlling or rescuing.

What Families Gain
• Clarity and confidence
• Healthier communication and boundaries
• Reduced fear, guilt, and exhaustion
• Support for your own healing and growth

Contact: Heather Grayson

• heather@branchesofthetreellc.com

• 540‑250‑6167

• branchesofthetreefamilyrecovery.com 

Branches of the Tree

Family-Centered Recovery Support

Practice Overview
Branches of the Tree provides BALM® Family Recovery–based education and coaching services designed to complement clinical treatment. The focus is on engaging the family system so families can become a stabilizing, recovery-supportive force for their loved one while also addressing their own healing and growth.

Clinical Gap Addressed
Traditional treatment models often focus on the identified client alone, leaving families without structured guidance. This can unintentionally reinforce enabling behaviors or disengagement. BALM® Family Recovery equips families with skills that positively support recovery without controlling or rescuing.

BALM® Family Recovery Model
BALM® (Be A Loving Mirror) is a dual-progress model that works simultaneously with families and their loved ones. As families adjust responses, communication, and boundaries, the recovery environment strengthens—supporting more sustainable outcomes.

Services for Families
12-Session BALM® Family Recovery Workshop
BALM® Family Recovery Life Coaching (individual, two-person, and group formats)
Comprehensive on-demand BALM® programs for loved ones and families

Referral Fit
Appropriate for families impacted by substance use or mental health challenges who need education, structure, and support alongside ongoing clinical care. May be utilized before recovery starts, at intake, during treatment, or as step-down/aftercare family support

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Contact: Heather Grayson

• heather@branchesofthetreellc.com

• 540-250-6167

• branchesofthetreefamilyrecovery.com