Getting Ahead of the Summer Spiral: Sobriety and Mental Health for Adults

Summer is supposed to be relaxing — but for many adults, it can become a season of overextension, overstimulation, and emotional burnout. There’s pressure to be social, say yes to every invite, and “make the most of the season.” Backyard barbecues. Boozy lake weekends. Beach trips that blur the lines between fun and avoidance.

For those in recovery, or even just quietly rethinking their relationship to substances, summer can feel like a minefield.

At Oakvine Recovery Center, we see a predictable pattern every year: people try to ride the wave of summer expectations — then crash. Sometimes it happens after a “just this once” weekend. Sometimes it’s the slow creep of anxiety, depression, or self-neglect that builds behind all the smiling social posts. Whatever the trigger, by late summer, many find themselves worn out, overwhelmed, and wondering how it got so far off track.

The truth is: you don’t have to wait for a full breakdown to reach for support. Our outpatient programs for adults are here to help you stay grounded before things fall apart. Whether you're navigating sobriety, managing stress, or trying to stabilize your mental health, our team meets you where you are.

We offer flexible scheduling, daytime or evening groups, and a holistic approach that helps you build emotional regulation, re-establish boundaries, and reconnect with what truly matters. Most clients use insurance, and many work full-time while participating in treatment.

This summer, what if you chose to protect your peace first?

You don’t have to burn out before you reach out.

👉 Explore our adult outpatient programs and start your reset today.