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Programs | 12-Step Alternatives A Unique Program and Approach

No two people engage in treatment in the same way. As individuals, we all have different belief systems, thoughts, and ideas about what is right for us. If two people do a task differently, both with successful outcomes, did one do it the ‘right’ way and the other the ‘wrong’ way? The answer is no – they were able to achieve the same result working with the methods that were effective for them. Treatment and ongoing support are similar in this respect, in what works for one person may not work for another.

This is where alternatives to traditional methods, such as 12-Step, come into play. Addiction is a chronic disease, often with high relapse rates. Healthy continuing peer support systems have been proven effective in reducing relapse and aiding in sustained abstinence from substances. For individuals who don’t embrace the philosophies of AA, NA, or other 12-Step based groups, there are options out there. SMART Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, Women for Sobriety and more exist so that everyone can find something that will benefit them.

We often engage in support with the misconception that we have to believe in every facet of something for it to be helpful or effective, and this just isn’t true. Like with anything in life, one can pull bits and pieces from different areas to cultivate a support program that meets their individual needs. Support is not a zero-sum scenario; everyone has the opportunity to figure out what works for them and how to incorporate that into their ongoing recovery plan. Our role at Defining Wellness Centers isn’t to place emphasis on one form of support over another, but to educate our clients on all options available to them.


Programs | 12-Step Alternatives Support Systems for Everyone

SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training and is a global community of mutual support groups. Meetings are free and open to anyone seeking science-based, self-empowered addiction recovery. Addiction does not have to be substance oriented; SMART Recovery participants help one another address problems with all addictions, included drugs, alcohol, gambling, food, etc. The goal is to find and develop the power within oneself to change and lead fulfilling and balanced lives.


SMART Recovery utilizes a 4-Point Program offering tools and techniques for each of the following:

  1. Building and Maintaining Motivation
  2. Coping with Urges
  1. Managing Thoughts, Feelings and Behaviors
  2. Living a Balanced Life

Learn more about SMART Recovery at https://www.smartrecovery.org/

Women for Sobriety
Women for Sobriety is an organization of women, for women. Founded in 1975, the program is based on thirteen Acceptance Statements that encourage emotional and spiritual growth. Any woman seeking abstinence is welcome to join and all expressions of female identity are welcome. Support groups can be found in-person and online and phone volunteers are available for one-on-one support. The program focuses on alcohol and drug addiction and focuses on the needs of women in recovery, including nurturing feelings of selv-value and self-worth and the desire to discard feelings of guilt, shame, and humiliation.

To learn more about Women for Sobriety, visit their website https://womenforsobriety.org/


SOS
Secular Organizations for Sobriety, or SOS, focuses on recovery from alcohol, drugs and food addiction. A network of autonomous, non-professional local groups, SOS is dedicated solely to helping individuals achieve and maintain sobriety and abstinence from addiction. Meetings are offered in-person and online. Part of the philosophy of SOS is that members share experiences, insights, information, strength, and encouragement in friendly, honest, anonymous and supportive group meetings. The program believes in choosing nondestructive, non-delusional, and rational approaches to living sober and rewarding lives.

To learn more about SOS, visit their website http://www.sossobriety.org


LifeRing
LifeRing provides an abstinence-based, secular, and self-empowered addiction recovery pathway. An organization of people who share practical experience and sobriety support, LifeRing respectfully embraces what works for each individual. The program focuses on efforts to strengthen the Sober Self and weaken the Addict Self. LifeRing offers in-person meetings and online support.

To learn more, visit their website https://www.lifering.org/


Moderation Management
Moderation Management (MM) is a behavioral change program and national support network for those concerned about their drinking. MM empowers individuals to accept personal responsibility for choosing and maintaining their own path, whether moderation or abstinence. Offering a supportive mutual-help environment that encourages people concerned about their alcohol intake to cut back ro quit drinking before problems become severe, the program teaches goal setting techniques and self-management strategies, along with guidelines and limits. Support is found via an online forum.

To learn more, visit their website http://members.moderation.org/


Programs | 12-Step Alternatives Long-term Sobriety

There are many ways to achieve lasting sobriety and everyone approaches their recovery slightly differently. Our experiences are unique to us, and so our recovery is too. Support systems are successful when individuals are gaining benefit from them, making it important to determine what’s relatable for you. We encourage clients and anyone seeking recovery to attend a variety of support groups to figure out what resonates. For more information on 12-Step alternatives contact Defining Wellness Centers today.

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