Tools for the Recovery Journey
Free educational resources, guides, and reference materials for individuals in recovery, family members, and counseling professionals.
Understanding the 12 Steps
A plain-language breakdown of each of the 12 steps — what they mean, why they matter, and how to work them in everyday life. Ideal for newcomers and those revisiting the steps with fresh eyes.
Covers all 12 steps with practical reflection questions
Relapse Prevention Planning
A structured framework for identifying personal triggers, building a support network, and creating a concrete plan to protect your recovery when challenges arise.
Includes trigger identification and coping strategy templates
Recovery Milestones Tracker
A simple tool for tracking meaningful milestones in your recovery — not just sobriety dates, but personal growth, relationship repair, and life goals achieved.
Celebrates progress beyond sobriety dates
Family Recovery: What to Expect
An honest guide for families navigating a loved one's addiction and recovery. Covers the emotional stages families go through, how to set healthy boundaries, and how to take care of yourself in the process.
Addresses codependency, boundaries, and self-care
How to Support Without Enabling
One of the most common challenges families face is knowing the difference between support and enabling. This resource provides clear, compassionate guidance on how to help without inadvertently prolonging the problem.
Practical examples of enabling vs. healthy support
Guía de Recuperación Familiar
Una guía en español para familias que apoyan a un ser querido en recuperación. Cubre los fundamentos de la adicción, cómo comunicarse de manera efectiva, y cómo cuidar su propio bienestar.
Disponible en español — recurso bilingüe
Trauma-Informed Care: Core Principles
A clinical reference covering the six key principles of trauma-informed care and how to apply them in addiction counseling settings. Includes practical examples and common pitfalls to avoid.
Aligned with SAMHSA's trauma-informed approach framework
Motivational Interviewing Quick Reference
A concise reference card covering the four core MI processes, OARS techniques, and how to recognize and respond to change talk. Designed for use in clinical supervision and training.
OARS techniques and change talk recognition
Co-Occurring Disorders Screening Guide
A practical guide for identifying and responding to co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in clinical settings. Includes screening questions and referral considerations.
Screening questions and dual-diagnosis referral pathways
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, these resources are available 24/7.
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357
Free, confidential treatment referral and information service — 24/7, 365 days a year
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Call or text 988 for mental health and substance use crisis support
Al-Anon Family Groups
1-888-425-2666
Support for families and friends of people with alcohol use disorder
Looking for More In-Depth Resources?
Albert's books go deeper on every topic covered here — from 12-step companion guides to trauma-informed counseling frameworks and bilingual family recovery support.