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Empowering Recovery Through Self-Management

SMART Recovery is an evidence-based recovery method grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), that supports people with substance dependencies or problem behaviours to live a balanced life.

Self Management and Recovery Training

Self Management and Recovery Training (SMART)is a programme that provides training and tools to help people change problematic behaviours like addiction. SMART Recovery helps participants decide whether they have a problem, builds up their motivation to change and offers a set of proven tools and techniques to support recovery.

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UK SMART Recovery (UKSR) is a registered charity offering mutual-aid meetings, either face-to-face or online, and structured recovery programmes.
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What is SMART Recovery

UK SMART Recovery (UKSR) is a registered charity offering mutual-aid meetings and online programmes. It teaches practical, self-empowering skills to...

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Partner with UK SMART Recovery and help transform lives

By partnering with UK SMART Recovery, you can give your service users a clear, coherent path to sustained recovery.

Our partnership scheme is designed to work seamlessly with treatment and justice systems, providing a natural progression from being a service user to taking control of one’s life.

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The latest from UK SMART Recovery

Stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, and bulletins from UK SMART Recovery, including Weekly Bulletins and important announcements.

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UK SMART Recovery National Tool Time Sessions - Week 2: Building & Maintaining Motivation

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Supporting Veterans Experiencing Mental Health and Addiction Difficulties

How Op COURAGE is combining mental health support and SMART Recovery to help veterans overcome addiction and improve...

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Taking the Conversation About Addiction and Recovery into the Workplace

UK SMART Recovery works with HR professionals to raise awareness and reduce stigma around addiction in the workplace.

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“Getting support from the DARS team and doing SMART Recovery was the start of my recovery journey”

Every day, UK SMART Recovery helps people overcome addiction and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

We are only able to continue providing essential support, training, and resources to empower individuals in their recovery journey thanks to your generous donations.

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