What is prelapse?

Prelapse is the phase before a relapse happens.

It’s the moment where you feel things shifting:

• old thoughts return 

• isolation creeps in 

• motivation drops 

• cravings increase 

You’re not using again — but you feel the danger.

This phase often goes unnoticed or unspoken.

Yet this is exactly the moment where support makes the biggest difference.

Why this stage matters

Most support systems focus on crisis.

When someone already relapsed.

But what about before?

Prelapse is the window of opportunity.

The moment where:

• awareness still exists 

• choices are still possible 

• connection can prevent a fall 

At CPT-Recovery we believe:

You shouldn’t have to relapse to receive help.

How we support you

If you feel stuck, restless or unsafe — we offer:

• A safe recovery-aligned stay 

• Connection to meetings & recovery community 

• Time-out in a sober environment 

• Guidance without pressure 

• Space to reset and refocus 

No judgment.

No labels.

Just support when you need it most.

This is for you if:

• You feel your recovery slipping 

• You’re overwhelmed or burned out 

• You notice old patterns returning 

• You don’t want to relapse 

• You just need breathing space 

Asking for help is strength.

Not weakness.