Relapse is a common part of the recovery journey, but having the right tools can make all the difference. Whether you’re working through early sobriety or maintaining long-term recovery, practical resources can help you stay grounded, mindful, and prepared. I’ve gathered some of the best free relapse prevention tools to support your journey—worksheets, apps, and guides designed to help you recognize triggers, strengthen coping skills, and build a resilient mindset.
1. Healing the Addicted Brain | Resources | Enterhealth
Several free worksheets for recovery planning.
2. Relapse Prevention Plan
(Updated recovery plan-2025)
3. Relapse Prevention Plan | Worksheet | Therapist Aid
This resource will ask your client to identify red flags warning them that they’re near relapse, people they can call during cravings, and things they can do to take their mind off using.
4. Staying Sober Without God Companion Workbook
This free printable guide is an adaptation of Munn’s suggestions on how to work the Practical 12 Steps from his book, Staying Sober Without God. This workbook was created with the author’s permission in order to provide a format for working the Practical Steps and is meant to be used in conjunction with the book. The book can be purchased here.
5. ASI-MV Worksheets & Handouts
A free collection of nearly 50 worksheets on addiction and relapse prevention.
6. Relapse Prevention Group Handouts
9-page PDF packet from Hazelden
7. Addiction Relapse Warning Signs
Worksheets for relapse warning signs
8. Meeting Guide – Apps on Google Play
Use this app to search for meetings by name or location and to read daily reflections.
9. SMART Recovery Toolbox – SMART Recovery
Explore the SMART Recovery participant toolkit to find worksheets with handy guides on how to use them.
10. 5 and 5 for Change
From Taking the Escalator
Thanks an amazing resource