Each group lasts 8 weeks and run weekly. Groups will run throughout the year, with a 1-2 week gap in between. All groups are in-person (with the exception of the SMART Recovery session on Wednesdays). Clients can sign up for one group or several.

FOR ACCESSMHA STAFF: Please indicate which group(s) the client is interested in, and at which location (Brockville or Smith Falls) if applicable, in the referral.

BROCKVILLE 1-1

1-1 addictions counselling

Addictions counselling is a crucial aspect of substance use recovery. Clients will work one on one with their addictions counsellor to create goals related addressing their substance use. This is an up to 4 session model with the goal of transitioning into groups for substance use health.
25 Front Avenue, Brockville, ON

GROUPS
Anger and Addiction
Brockville, Thu @ 1:30PM
Smiths Falls, Tue @ 1:30PM
Anger and Addiction is an 8-session group tailored for individuals who seek to understand and manage the interplay between anger and substance use. This group will focus on identifying triggers of anger, understanding its connection to substance use, and developing healthier coping mechanisms.

Acceptance and Recovery
Brockville, Thu @ 3:00PM
Acceptance and Recovery is an 8-session group blending tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, positive psychology and values-based recovery.

This group focuses on teaching participants to accept their thoughts and feelings without judgment, commit to positive behaviour changes, and align actions with personal values.

Smart Recovery
Brockville, Tue @ 1:30PM / Wed @ 5:00PM / Fri @ 10:00AM Drop-in
Smiths Falls, @ TBD
Kemptville, @ Thu 2:00pm
Prescott, @ Fri 2:00pm
Gananoque, @ Fri 1:30pm
SMART Recovery is an ongoing, as-needed program designed to support individuals in overcoming addictive behaviors through self-empowerment and self-reliance. This evidence-based approach emphasizes four main points: building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges, managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and living a balanced life.

Relapse Prevention
Brockville, Wed @ 1:30PM
Smiths Falls, Fri @ 10:00AM
Relapse Prevention is an 8-session group aimed at equipping individuals with strategies and skills to maintain sobriety. This program emphasizes understanding the triggers of relapse, developing coping mechanisms, and creating a supportive network.

Substance Use 101
Brockville, Wed @ 10:30AM
Kemptville, TBD
Prescott, TBD
This is the most intensive Day Evening Treatment group, suitable for those who are serious about making changes to their substance use. Group runs three times per week for 8 weeks, for a total of 24 sessions.

This group utilizes motivational interviewing techniques to elicit change talk from participants while encouraging them to share with and learn from one another to build up resilience and strength.

Coping with Trauma
Mon @ 1:30PM
Coping with Trauma is an 8-session group designed for individuals seeking to manage the impact of trauma on their daily lives, particularly in the context of substance use.

This psychoeducational, skills-based, and interactive group will focus on teaching participants coping skills and strategies to handle trauma-related challenges without relying on substances. This group does not involve trauma processing or discussion of specifics of traumatic events.

CBT for Anxiety and Depression
Brockville, Wed @ 3:00PM
An 8-session program designed for substance users who struggle with depression and/or anxiety. This group gives clients tools to help cope with the symptoms of depression
and anxiety.

Mindful Recovery
Brockville, Mon @ 3:00PM
Smiths Falls, Thu @ 10 :00AM
Mindful Recovery is an 8-session group aimed at teaching clients mindfulness skills to support their recovery journey. This group focuses on using mindfulness practices to prevent relapse, enhance relationships, improve overall outlook, and promote relaxation.

Family Dynamics
Brockville, Thu @ 10:30AM
Family Dynamics is 8-session group aimed at providing essential support and resources to family members and loved ones of individuals grappling with substance use.

Grief Support Group
Brockville, Tue @ 5:00PM, Thu @ 10:30AM virtually
You don't have to grieve alone. Grief is a journey that no one should walk alone. Our Grief Group offers a warm, welcoming space where you can share your story, listen to others, and find comfort, understanding, and hope. Whether your loss is recent or years in the past, your welcome here. Together we’ll navigate the pain of loss and take steps toward healing.

STEPPS for Substance Use
Smiths Falls, Tue @ 1:30PM
STEPPS, which stands for Systems Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving is a program designed for people who are living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or traits of BPD however anyone could benefit from this group.

This group is open to anyone who wants to learn about their emotions and how to apply coping skills for managing their intensity of cravings with addiction.