SMART Recovery uses tools based on scientifically tested methods for addictive behavior recovery, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
SMART Recovery advocates for choice, so that those seeking recovery can choose what works best for them from a toolbox of methods and strategies. The goal of SMART Recovery is for you to move on when you feel confident that your addictive behavior is behind you, rather than remaining a permanent participant in the program.
Four Point Program
1. Build and maintain motivation
2. Cope with urges
3. Manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
4. Live a balanced life
Connecticut College
Contact Student Counseling Services at SCS@conncoll.edu.
National Office
SMART Recovery
7304 Mentor Avenue, Suite F
Mentor, OH 44060
Tel: 440-951-5357
www.smartrecovery.org
SMART Recovery conducts free face-to-face meetings around the world, and also online. Click the 'Meetings' link at www.smartrecovery.org.
Free Hotline Resources
The following hotline resources are free, confidential, and available 24/7:
Al-Anon and Ala-teen hotline line: 800-356-9996 – Counselors provide support to teens and adults who are negatively impacted by alcohol addiction and provide resources to group therapy nearby for ongoing support.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 800-662-4357 – English/Spanish speaking counselors provide referrals to treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based services.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988 – Support to help those in crisis process their emotional distress and prevent suicide.
Drugfree.org: call 855-378-4373 or text 55753 – Counselors provide support and education and guide you to the best course of action.
Free Information Resources
Watch "Smart Recovery" on Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/SmartRecoveryUSA
https://alcoholscreening.org/
AlcoholScreening.org is an online screener that helps individuals assess their own alcohol drinking patterns to determine if it is likely to be harming their health or increasing their risk for future harm.
https://www.moderation.org/bac/bac-men.html
https://www.moderation.org/bac/bac-women.html
https://rehabs.org/centers/
Tables to help you estimate the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) you would reach when drinking over a variety of time periods and a (BAC) Calculator.
Signs of alcohol poisoning/overdose.
Introduction to SMART Recovery's Family & Friends Group: https://youtu.be/TmrrfEyQark
Find out how to get the Smart Recovery App -- https://youtu.be/TIqvkNNKUyI