SMART Recovery®
Our Approach
* Teaches self-empowerment and self-reliance.
* Works on addictions/compulsions as complex maladaptive behaviors with possible physiological factors.
* Teaches tools and techniques for self-directed change.
* Encourages individuals to recover and live satisfying lives.
* Meetings are educational and include open discussions.
* Advocates the appropriate use of prescribed medications and psychological treatments.
* Evolves as scientific knowledge evolves.
* Differs from Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and traditional 12-step programs.
SMART teaches the life skills necessary to cope with real life stress situations. SMART adresses anger management, relapse prevention, rational thinking versus irrational thinking, as well adresses the issues regarding suicidal thoughts.
