SMART Recovery Webinars


Expert webinars on addiction, behaviour change, trauma and facilitator practice.

This webinar library brings together SMART Recovery presentations, expert interviews and evidence-based discussions. These sessions support facilitators, professionals and participants in understanding addiction and recovery using CBT and Motivational Interviewing.

1 - Foundations of Addiction & Behaviour Change

Understand the science behind addiction and the principles that support behaviour change.

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Interview with Dr Carlo DiClemente – Co-creator of the Stages of Change


This webinar features Dr Carlo DiClemente discussing the Stages of Change model and how to support sustained behaviour change using strengths-based approaches.
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William R. Miller: Motivational Interviewing & SMART Recovery


An interview with Dr William R. Miller exploring Motivational Interviewing and its role in supporting behaviour change within SMART Recovery.
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From Motivation to Management: Live Q&A with Dr William R. Miller


A live Q&A session with Dr William R. Miller on Motivational Interviewing and its application in SMART Recovery meetings.
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Interview with Dr Joe Gerstein – Founding President of SMART Recovery


An interview with Dr Joe Gerstein exploring the history of SMART Recovery, its introduction to Australia and its global development.
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Dopamine Nation with Dr Anna Lembke




This webinar explores the role of dopamine in addiction, craving and behaviour patterns, and how understanding these mechanisms can support recovery.
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Research Evidence for SMART Recovery




This webinar explores the evidence base behind SMART Recovery and its effectiveness in supporting behaviour change.

2 - Facilitator Skills & SMART Practice

Build practical skills and confidence to effectively facilitate SMART Recovery meetings.

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Building Confidence as a Facilitator


This webinar shares practical strategies to build facilitator confidence and improve SMART Recovery meeting delivery.
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Labels are for Jam Jars – Dan Raffell

This presentation explores destigmatising behavioural change and challenges the use of labels in recovery
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Motivational Interviewing as a Brief Intervention

This session explores how Motivational Interviewing can be used as a brief intervention in SMART Recovery group settings.

3 - Trauma, Lived Experience & Recovery

Explore how trauma, lived experience and personal context shape recovery journeys.

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Trauma Informed Practice | Dr Cathy Kezelman AM

This webinar explores trauma-informed approaches and how to create safe, supportive environments for participants in recovery
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Trauma and Substance Use


This webinar explores the relationship between trauma and substance use and its impact on recovery.
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Giving Birth to Change: Journey of a FASD Mother

A lived-experience webinar exploring recovery, trauma and the journey of a mother navigating FASD.

4 - Emotional Wellbeing & Life in Recovery

Learn practical strategies to manage emotions and build a meaningful, balanced life in recovery.

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Emotions of Addiction – SMART Webinar with Sally Boardman


This webinar explores the role of emotions in addiction and their impact on recovery.
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Practical Strategies to Help with Emotional Distress – Sarah Edelman

This session provides practical tools to manage emotional distress and support wellbeing in recovery.
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The Good Life: SMART Recovery with Dr Robert Waldinger


This webinar explores wellbeing, connection and what contributes to a meaningful life in recovery.