Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Substance Use Disorder: The Impact of Peer Support

Interactive program utilizing cognitive behavioural therapy principles that guides users through its components and provides feedback, which facilitates behavior change (i.e., reduction in alcohol or substance use).

Weekly meetings with a trained peer support worker who guides participants through the BFO platform, reviews the platform's content with them, and supports them in the creation of an action strategy based on the platform's suggestions.

Meetings with a group of peers led by a trained peer support worker/volunteer which will offer the participants an opportunity to discuss their experiences in a supportive and open environment.