Reach and help a loved one with addiction

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CRAFT (Community Reinforcement And Family Training) is a science-based training for the family of people with addiction. Recognized by SAMHSA, the federal agency that oversees substance addiction.

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How Allies in Recovery Works

Learn to apply CRAFT

Manage the situation

Engage into recovery

Allies in Recovery benefits

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Become an Ally in Your Loved One’s Recovery

Build a bridge

Learn effective communication to request change

Understand denial

Cope with relapse and learn the signs of substance use

Heal the family

De-escalate conflict, get to “yes, I want help,” and reduce your stress

Recovery process

Navigate treatment and make a list of options. Encourage wellness

Hundreds of positive reviews

Over 500 members have shared their experiences with Allies in Recovery, describing how CRAFT has transformed their approach to loving someone with substance use disorder. These testimonials — from parents, spouses, siblings, and professionals — reveal journeys from crisis to calm, from enabling to empowering, and from isolation to community support.

Meet Our Team

Dominique Simon-Levine, MPH & Ph.D., studied CRAFT under Dr. Robert Meyers, and founded Allies in Recovery in 2003. She oversees the daily operations of the organization and has been featured on HBO and NPR.

Isabel Cooney co-hosts our podcast series for people using CRAFT with a significant other, called “Partner CRAFT.” She’s also a regular contributor to our Discussion Blog, and a CRAFT devotee.

Kayla Solomon, trained in CRAFT by Dr. Robert Meyers, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and has been serving families faced with addiction for over 20 years.

Allies in Recovery is the best approach

93%

of families surveyed found Allies In Recovery reduced their anxiety, worry, and anger

67%

found Allies in Recovery helpful in reducing their loved one’s use of drugs and alcohol

80%

said Allies in Recovery was helpful in getting their loved one to accept care

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