Description
SMART Recovery empowers people to reclaim control over their lives and build a healthier future.
SMART (Self Management and Recovery Training) is an evidence-based recovery method grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), that supports people with substance dependencies or problem behaviours to lead a balanced life.
How do I access this service?
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Programmes
SMART is a programme that provides training and tools for people who want to change their problematic behaviour, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, gambling, food, shopping, Internet and others. Guided by trained peers and professionals, participants come to help themselves and help each other using a variety of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational tools and techniques. The 4-Point programme is the foundation and building blocks of SMART. Many of the tools and techniques can be used not only for your recovery journey, but to help you deal with future problems and achieve more satisfaction and balance in your life. Build and maintain motivation Cope with urges and cravings Manage thoughts, feelings and behaviours Live a balanced life To participate in meetings, you don't need to be trying to cut down or quit using drugs. Find an online and in-person meeting near you
SMART is a programme that provides training and tools for people who want to change their problematic behaviour, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, gambling, food, shopping, Internet and others. Guided by trained peers and professionals, participants come to help themselves and help each other using a variety of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational tools and techniques. The 4-Point programme is the foundation and building blocks of SMART. Many of the tools and techniques can be used not only for your recovery journey, but to help you deal with future problems and achieve more satisfaction and balance in your life. Build and maintain motivation Cope with urges and cravings Manage thoughts, feelings and behaviours Live a balanced life To participate in meetings, you don't need to be trying to cut down or quit using drugs. Find an online and in-person meeting near you
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol, Gambling harm, Other addictions
- Programme Type
Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD), Alcohol or drug counselling and support, Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions, Gambling harm counselling, Other addictions counselling and support, Peer support (alcohol or drug)
- Regions
All of New Zealand
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral
Referral Process
Anyone can access.
Find an online and in-person meeting near you
Description
SMART is a programme that provides training and tools for people who want to change their problematic behaviour, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, gambling, food, shopping, Internet and others.
Guided by trained peers and professionals, participants come to help themselves and help each other using a variety of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational tools and techniques.
The 4-Point programme is the foundation and building blocks of SMART. Many of the tools and techniques can be used not only for your recovery journey, but to help you deal with future problems and achieve more satisfaction and balance in your life.
- Build and maintain motivation
- Cope with urges and cravings
- Manage thoughts, feelings and behaviours
- Live a balanced life
To participate in meetings, you don't need to be trying to cut down or quit using drugs.
Find an online and in-person meeting near you
Additional Details
Online / virtual / app, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi
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This page was last updated at 4:02PM on May 29, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by SMART Recovery.