Welcome to SMART Recovery Australia

SMART Recovery is an evidence-based recovery method grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), that supports people with substance dependencies or problematic behaviours to lead a balanced life through free mutual aid groups. 

Become a SMART Recovery Facilitator today and support people in your community to live their best lives. 
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The SMART Difference

Evidence-based training

Learn practical, science-based tools grounded in CBT and motivational techniques to support behaviour change and recovery.

Interactive workshops

Our training includes real-world exercises, group discussions and guided practice to build confidence and facilitation skills.

Support all ages and behaviours

SMART Recovery supports adults, young people, families and diverse communities experiencing all types of addictive behaviours, not just substance use. 

Create positive  change

Gain the skills and confidence to start and facilitate SMART Recovery meetings and create safe spaces online or in your community.

Recovery for Everyone

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Many people find themselves relying on alcohol, drugs or gambling as a way to manage stress — sometimes without realising how quickly it can become overwhelming.


With a focus on realistic goals and evidence-based strategies, SMART Recovery helps them move forward in a way that feels achievable and sustainable.


SMART Recovery Facilitator training combines evidence-based tools and practical skills with interactive learning, real-world exercises,Gain the skills and confidence to start and facilitate SMART Recovery meetings in your community or online. and group discussion to help you support people to create meaningful change.


You’ll build confidence alongside peers, learn how to apply SMART Recovery tools in real settings, and gain the skills to support others and start a meeting in your community or online.

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Support Recovery In Your Community

Learn practical skills to support mental health, recovery, and start your own in-person or online recovery meeting.
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Contact Us

Address
262 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Phone
(02) 9373 5100
E-mail
smartrecovery@srau.org.au
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday 9.00 AM - 5:00 PM (AEST)


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SMART Recovery Australia acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia. We acknowledge the unceded and continuous connection to country, water and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge community controlled Aboriginal organisations that we work with around the country. We value self determination, we learn by looking back and as we look to the future we centre deep listening and collaboration in our work.