Alcohol and Drug Support course

Thinking About Change

Are you concerned about your alcohol and/or drug use but unsure if you need to make or want to make changes?

This course will help you reflect on your substance use, understand how it affects your life, gain clarity on what matters to you, and explore the options available if you choose to make changes.

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Guided by real people, with real stories of change and recovery

Each course includes stories from people who understand what you're going through. They share their stories of change and recovery to help guide you on your journey.

What to expect from the course...

1 Engaging lessons: Learn skills and explore helpful information through illustrated lessons featuring animated videos and real stories shared through video interviews.

2 Interactive worksheets: Use short, interactive worksheets to help you reflect on what you've learnt and how it may apply to your life.

3 Extra resources: Including additional activities and information you can download and complete between lessons.

4 Track your progress: Keep track of your progress and see how the course is helping you by answering a few questions at the start of your course and along the way.

This is good stuff. But I think I just need to talk to someone

If you think it would help to talk to someone right away about your alcohol and/or drug use, call the Alcohol Drug helpline free on 0800 787 797 or text 8681 any time, 24 hours a day, to speak with a trained counsellor.

We understand online courses aren't for everyone. If you'd prefer to get help another way, check out this list of services, community groups, and helplines here. These services are there to help, so reach out if you need to.

Please be aware that we are not a monitored service, and cannot provide urgent support. If you need urgent help, dial 111 – or contact one of these other services for help.

What type of support will I receive?

The amount of support you receive will depend on how you choose to do this course. If the healthcare professional you are working with prescribes it for you, they will receive updates on your wellbeing and progress so they can support you.

If you choose the self-care method, you won't get support from your health professional. The self-care method is designed to enhance motivation and self-reliance. Provided you complete all parts of the course, your results from the self-care method will be as good as with supervision.

Special thanks to Te Whatu Ora | Health New Zealand for funding the development of these courses and to the dedicated group of people with Lived Experience and healthcare professionals for their guidance and support.