Positive Directions

Positive Directions Positive Directions is a non-profit behavioral health organization serving children and adults.

We provide mental health and substance misuse prevention, counseling, and recovery supports. Positive Directions supports individuals, families, and communities by providing prevention programs and treatment services for mental health and addictive behaviors.

We wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season! Be sure to take care of yourself over the holidays. If thing...
12/25/2025

We wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season! Be sure to take care of yourself over the holidays. If things get tough, practice your coping skills and reach out to a friend or counselor.

--> Both our SMART Recovery support group and our Alternatives to Su***de support group will meet on 12/23 and 12/30.
--> Our SMART Friends & Family support group will NOT meet on Christmas Day or New Year's Day... but you can find a F&F meeting at smartrecovery.org/family

Be safe & well!

Wishing you peace, joy, and connection this holiday season.Merry Christmas from all of us at Positive Directions, The No...
12/25/2025

Wishing you peace, joy, and connection this holiday season.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Positive Directions, The Norwalk Partnership, and Westport Together. Thank you for being part of a community that cares.

One bad decision can change everything.Alcohol and cannabis both impair driving. Don’t drive under the influence or ride...
12/24/2025

One bad decision can change everything.

Alcohol and cannabis both impair driving. Don’t drive under the influence or ride with anyone who is impaired. Keep an eye out for your friends and plan ahead for a sober ride home.

Want to learn how to⁠ advocate for issues that matter to you?This FREE advocacy training is for youth, adults, adults wh...
12/24/2025

Want to learn how to⁠ advocate for issues that matter to you?

This FREE advocacy training is for youth, adults, adults who work with youth, or anyone who wants to learn how to be an advocate. It uses the NAMI Smarts for Advocacy curriculum, and is presented by trainers from The Hub and Kids in Crisis.

RSVP today and learn the skills to help make a difference in the community.

https://www.thenorwalkpartnership.org/events

Positive Directions is looking for our next Coalition Coordinator for The Norwalk Partnership. This is a part-time posit...
12/24/2025

Positive Directions is looking for our next Coalition Coordinator for The Norwalk Partnership. This is a part-time position funded through a federal grant.

Our ideal candidate is a Norwalk resident dedicated to working with youth, who has great organizational and communications skills. See the full job description at positivedirections.org/careers and apply today!

We wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season! Be sure to take care of yourself over the holidays. If thing...
12/23/2025

We wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season! Be sure to take care of yourself over the holidays. If things get tough, practice your coping skills and reach out to a friend or counselor.

--> Both our SMART Recovery support group and our Alternatives to Su***de support group will meet on 12/23 and 12/30.
--> Our SMART Friends & Family support group will NOT meet on Christmas Day or New Year's Day... but you can find a F&F meeting at smartrecovery.org/family

Be safe & well!

12/23/2025

In CT cannabis is legal for adults 21+. That means it's still illegal and unsafe for youth. Lets Protect our kids this Holiday Season and keep cannabis stored locked and out of reach.

For more information and ways to keep your family safe visit beintheknowct.org

Join SMART Recovery offered by Positive Directions meeting TONIGHT!⁠⁠In our SMART Recovery group, a trained peer facilit...
12/23/2025

Join SMART Recovery offered by Positive Directions meeting TONIGHT!⁠
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In our SMART Recovery group, a trained peer facilitator will guide you in using evidence-based tools to learn to:⁠
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- Build and maintain motivation to change⁠
- Learn to cope with urges⁠
- Manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors⁠
- Live a balanced life⁠
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Discover the Power of Choice!⁠
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Calling all Region 1 preventionists and legislators!In partnership with Catalyst CT | The Hub and the prevention coaliti...
12/22/2025

Calling all Region 1 preventionists and legislators!

In partnership with Catalyst CT | The Hub and the prevention coalitions from Easton, Monroe, New Canaan, Trumbull, Weston, Westport, and Wilton, The Norwalk Partnership is hosting our annual legislative forum.

We will share updated data and issues from our local communities, touching on mental health, substance misuse, and gambling, and legislators will have an opportunity to discuss policy suggestions with those engaged in prevention on the ground.

To receive the Zoom link, RSVP at https://www.positivedirections.org/event-details/regional-prevention-legislative-forum-1

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The holidays aren’t always joyful for everyone.If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. Emotional str...
12/22/2025

The holidays aren’t always joyful for everyone.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. Emotional stress, financial pressure, and family dynamics can all complicate the holiday season. Check in with others, and know that help is always available.

Call or text 988 for 24/7 support.

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Hosting a party this season? Know the law.You can be held legally responsible if underage guests use alcohol or cannabis...
12/19/2025

Hosting a party this season? Know the law.

You can be held legally responsible if underage guests use alcohol or cannabis at your home—even if you didn’t supply it and aren't aware of it. Learn more at https://www.thenorwalkpartnership.org/alcohol.

Join us for SMART Family & Friends TONIGHT!⁠⁠With SMART Family & Friends, you will be provided with the tools you need t...
12/18/2025

Join us for SMART Family & Friends TONIGHT!⁠
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With SMART Family & Friends, you will be provided with the tools you need to effectively support your loved one without supporting an unhealthy or addictive behavior. You will:⁠
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Develop skills to help you cope⁠
Get support from others⁠
Learn effective communication skills⁠
Restore balance in your own life⁠
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90 Post Road West
Westport, CT
06880

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12032277644

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