Six STEPS - ONLINE

Overview

Six STEPS is a 6-week family and friends support program for people affected by someone else’s alcohol and/or other drug use. 

The program aims to help participants develop more effective coping strategies and find a greater sense of fulfilment. Participants are expected to attend each week and the same people who start the program finish the program together.

Six STEPS is 6 sessions focused on Support, Tools, Empathy, Practical tips and Self-care.

Some of the topics discussed are: 

• Understanding the Stages of Change
• Boundary Setting
• Communication 
• Risk Safety Planning
• Self-Care and Understanding Behaviour 

It is important to note that Six STEPS focuses on you and your life, not the person you support. It invites you to concentrate on changing your own thinking and responses, so you can gain greater control over your own life.

The program is facilitated by parents and/or family members who have their own experience of being affected by someone else's substance use and is not a substitute for professional support. 

If you have any specific access needs due to disability, language or other requirement, please contact the PFDS team at aodmhsupport@mhc.wa.gov.au before registering.

We are committed to supporting people from diverse backgrounds or with a disability to have the same opportunity to participate.

Additional Information

• Participation is FREE
• Six STEPS is for those aged 18 and over
•  If you register, you are expected to attend the full 6 sessions
• To register click the "Book Now" button above.
• A participant workbook is required for each session. One day before the program start date you will receive an email with the workbook and meeting link to join the meeting
• You will require a device with a camera, microphone and audio
• Six STEPS is practical based and not aimed at supporting people through acute crisis

Respecting Group Privacy and Safety

To help create a safe and confidential space for everyone, we ask that all participants join the group from a private room where you won’t be overheard.  If this isn’t possible, please wear headphones to ensure that what is shared in the group remains within the group.  This helps protect everyone’s privacy and supports a safe and respectful environment where people feel comfortable speaking openly.