SMART Recovery support meetings offer a scientific, evidence-based alternative to vulnerable population seeking independence from alcohol, drugs, gambling, and other addictive behaviours. We help people reduce their addictive behaviour symptoms backed by basic reasoning and a humanistic perspective. This recovery program is based on choice, personal responsibility, proven principles of change, and unconditional self-acceptance.  

SMART Recovery builds its programs on rigorously tested scientific methods and knowledge recognized by modern psychology. The program evolves alongside developing scientific knowledge. We hold that a person’s spiritual convictions and religious beliefs are deeply personal matters. While spirituality may be helpful for some, they are not a requirement for this program.  

There are specific tools and techniques for each of the program points. Participants are  encouraged to learn how to use each tool and implement said tools and techniques to progress toward a fulfilling and healthy life. We encourage clients to do whatever they can to support their sense of belonging, self-confidence, faith in themselves, and hopefulness for the future.  

Some of the tools include:  

• Stages of Change 
• Change Plan Worksheet 
• Cost/Benefit Analysis (Decision Making Worksheet) 
• ABC’s of REBT for Urge Coping 
• ABC’s of REBT for Emotional Upsets 
• DISARM (Destructive Image Self-Talk Awareness & Refusal Method) 
• Brainstorming 
• Role-playing and Rehearsing 
• USA (Unconditional SelfAcceptance) 
• Hierarchy of Values. 

The SMART Recovery Program supports and guides individuals to regain control of their lives, target and address issues that create inner suffering, develop coping methods to prevent relapse, increase self-awareness and self-acceptance, and to continue along their path of self-discovery with confidence by maintaining a healthy and balanced mindset and lifestyle.