Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) in Spain | Sea Recovery

Private MET counselling for addiction, ambivalence, and emotional shutdown — offered in a luxury recovery setting near Marbella, Spain.

At Sea Recovery, we use Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) to support clients who feel emotionally stuck, unsure, or disconnected from the desire to recover. Whether you're battling addiction, dual diagnosis, burnout, or simply feel too overwhelmed to move forward, MET helps you clarify what you want — and builds a bridge to help you get there.

We offer one-to-one MET in a serene, non-clinical setting — helping you explore your inner ambivalence with compassion and structure. There are no lectures, no judgement, and no pressure. Just space to explore what change might mean to you.

What is Motivational Enhancement Therapy?

MET is a short-term, goal-oriented therapeutic approach designed to strengthen your personal motivation and commitment to change. It is grounded in the principles of motivational interviewing — a method built on empathy, non-confrontation, and curiosity.

At Sea Recovery, MET is integrated into a larger personalised programme, offering clients the chance to shift from hesitation to alignment — even if they're unsure about recovery when they arrive. MET doesn’t assume you're ready. It helps you discover that readiness for yourself.

Who MET is For

MET is particularly powerful for individuals who feel stuck between two truths — “I want to stop” and “I’m scared to change.” We use MET at Sea Recovery to support clients who are:

• Struggling with alcohol addiction but unsure if abstinence is the answer
• Using drugs to cope with stress, trauma, or disconnection
• Feeling numb, unmotivated, or resistant to therapy
• Living with dual diagnosis — such as addiction paired with depression, ADHD, or trauma
• Recovering from burnout, professional collapse, or emotional fatigue
• Disillusioned with previous rehab or therapy experiences

We specialise in working with clients who may have tried before, burned out, or given up. MET helps reignite the internal spark — gently, respectfully, and sustainably.

What Happens in MET Sessions?

At Sea Recovery, MET is delivered in a completely private setting — just you and your therapist. No groups. No pressure to perform.

Sessions include:

• Exploring conflicting thoughts and feelings around change
• Gently confronting beliefs that block motivation
• Identifying what you value, and how your behaviour aligns or misaligns
• Developing personalised goals based on readiness
• Creating momentum through reflection, not force

Each MET session meets you where you are emotionally. It respects resistance. It invites possibility.

MET and Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Many of our clients arrive with overlapping challenges — addiction paired with emotional disconnection, depression, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma. MET is ideal for these scenarios, especially when traditional therapy feels too confronting or when clients are unsure what they truly want.

We combine MET with:

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for patterns and thought shifts
• IFS therapy for working with inner conflict
• TRE therapy for nervous system support
• Creative therapies, journaling, and breathwork

This integrated approach supports both clarity and emotional depth — ideal for high-functioning clients carrying hidden pain, fear of failure, or shame about not being “motivated enough.”

Client Story: Rebuilding Motivation After Relapse

One client — a 40-year-old creative director — arrived at Sea Recovery unsure if he could try again. He had relapsed after 18 months sober, and felt embarrassed, defeated, and emotionally cold. “I know I should want this,” he said, “but I don’t know if I do.”

With MET, we gently explored that ambivalence. His therapist didn’t pressure him to decide — instead, they sat with the in-between. Slowly, that numbness gave way to self-compassion, reflection, and a renewed desire for change. “I realised I never gave myself permission to doubt,” he shared. “Once I did, I actually wanted to try.”

This is the power of MET: it allows for doubt, and transforms it into movement.

Why MET Matters in Luxury Rehab Settings

In many traditional rehabs, motivation is assumed — or demanded. But at Sea Recovery, we understand that ambivalence is part of the process. Especially for high-achieving individuals who are used to pushing through life without permission to pause.

MET gives that permission. It validates uncertainty, and offers a clear path forward — not through force, but through alignment. In a private, emotionally intelligent environment, this is where lasting change begins.

How MET Prevents Relapse

MET doesn’t just get you into recovery. It helps keep you there. By uncovering internal motivators, clarifying your “why,” and aligning daily life with your values, MET builds resilience against relapse — especially when paired with our full emotional and behavioural support model.

We help you create a personalised relapse prevention plan grounded in motivation, not fear. This includes:

• Daily rhythm and structure that aligns with your goals
• Self-monitoring tools and emotional awareness techniques
• Clarity around triggers, stress responses, and protective boundaries
• Post-treatment check-ins to renew your sense of purpose

Relapse often begins with disconnection. MET is about staying connected — to your values, your goals, and your future self.

Life at Sea Recovery

Set in a private villa near Marbella, Sea Recovery offers one of the top private recovery centres in Europe — focused entirely on one-to-one, emotionally intelligent care. This is not a clinic. It's a retreat for reflection, restoration, and rebuilding.

Our clients come from across Europe and the Middle East — often seeking a calm, non-exposing recovery process in Spain’s peaceful south.

Your stay includes:

• Private MET counselling and full therapy integration
• Somatic sessions, mindfulness, and creative reflection
• Access to sauna, cold therapy, IV drips, and movement practice
• Silent time, nature walks, curated routines, and gourmet meals

Everything is optional. Everything is tailored. The goal is not productivity — it’s reconnection.

Aftercare & Long-Term Motivation Support

We offer extensive post-residency support to ensure your motivation continues well beyond our walls. This includes:

• Remote MET sessions or coaching calls
• Guided relapse prevention and routine tracking
• Emotional accountability structures and mentorships
• Assistance finding local therapists or group support where needed

We help you return home with clarity, not chaos — equipped with your own internal compass.

FAQs About MET at Sea Recovery

What makes MET different from other therapies?

MET focuses on motivation and internal alignment, rather than analysing thoughts or behaviours. It’s ideal for early-stage recovery or emotional shutdown.

Is MET only for addiction?

No — it’s also highly effective for emotional burnout, resistance to therapy, post-relapse numbness, and other transitional emotional states.

Do I need to know what I want to begin?

No. MET is designed for people who are unsure. You just need honesty, curiosity, and a willingness to explore.

How long is the MET programme?

It’s integrated into your full recovery plan. Most clients engage with MET throughout their stay, alongside somatic, psychotherapeutic, and holistic care.

Begin MET Therapy in Marbella, Spain

If you feel emotionally stuck, ambivalent about recovery, or unsure whether you’re ready for change — that’s okay. You don’t need certainty. Just curiosity.

Sea Recovery offers one of the best rehab experiences in Spain — combining motivational counselling, emotional support, and full-spectrum healing in a peaceful, private villa. Whether you're struggling with addiction, mental health, or dual diagnosis, MET may be your first step forward — on your terms.

Contact our team today to begin your personalised recovery path with Motivational Enhancement Therapy — and move from disconnection into meaningful direction.