Connection Practice & Incubators

A different type of recovery meeting that’s non-abstinence based. CP meetings are a place to practice non-judgmental listening and connecting with others.

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No conversation topic is off limits. The only objective of the meeting is to feel a genuine sense of connection by the time it's over, and the only rule is that we promise to not give each other advice. We all need places to get real and connect in this way for our own healing and recovery.

Program structure:

Regular holistic wellness services i.e., acupuncture, bodywork, trauma counseling, nutritional coaching, etc

Weekly peer support pairings

1:1 accountability and empowerment sessions

Support building new friendships

Harm reduction services

Access to:

Connection Practice:
alternative recovery meetings.

‍Listening Training:
healing retreat & 16hr communication course.

‍Socials & parties:
fun without judgment, cliques or substances.

‍Connection Missions:
‍give back to others and/or receive practical support when you need it most.

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Training modules

Rethinking Addiction and Mental Health

Exploration of mental health challenges and addiction as symptoms of disconnection in/from society.

Breaking Down Shame

Learning to minimize shame and stigma; the #1 factor preventing meaningful connection and healing from trauma.

Personal Harm Reduction

Creating and implementing healthy risk-management strategies. Learning and utilizing a model for creating a personal harm reduction plan, for both substance-related and process addictions.

Setting Compassionate Boundaries

Viewing boundaries as bridges; honest communication about what’s okay and not okay for the purpose of deepening connection and trust in relationships.

Holding Space for Difficult Emotional Experiences

How to navigate challenging situations with friends and family, including return to use and suicidal ideation.

Taking Your Connection Practice into the World

Practical exploration of how to take your listening practice into the world, into relationships with friends & family, and/or into your longterm recovery journey.

Listening Training Dates

Asheville, NC

2-day class, 10 am - 7 pm each day

Apr. 12 - 13, 2025
July 12 - 13, 2025
Oct. 11 - 12, 2025

Waynesville, NC

2-day class, 10 am - 7 pm each day

May 17 - 18, 2025
Aug. 16 - 17, 2025
Nov. 15 - 16, 2025

Online

6-week class, 2hrs every week via Zoom.

Apr. 12 - May 17, 2025: Saturdays from 3 - 5 pm EST
Aug. 6 - Sept. 10, 2025: Wednesdays from 12 - 2 pm EST
Oct. 29 - Dec. 10, 2025: Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 pm EST (No class Nov. 26)

Register for Listening Training

"Since the day I completed Listening Training, I have seen my depression symptoms decrease dramatically for the first time in my life."

SeekHealing Participant

SeekHealing’s mission is to facilitate meaningful human connection to strengthen social health, end loneliness, and equip people with the power to give and receive authentic support.