How it Works

How It Works

The New Mexico 5-Actions Program™ is a new way to access care on your terms from the privacy of your home so you can start living your best life.

1

SIGN UP
It’s fast, easy, confidential, and free.

Once you’re logged in, introductory videos will orient you to using the program to optimize results.

2

GET ACCESS
Over 6 hours of videos, self-assessment tools, and more!

All videos and resources are available on your schedule. Access anytime on your smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet from the comfort of your own home.

3

REACH OUT
Connect with one of our trained clinicians 24/7 for support.

Learning to decrease or stop drinking, use drugs, and/or addictive behaviors is challenging, which is why this program comes with free phone support from the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line and the Peer-to-Peer Warm Line.

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Why It Works

Sign up today and get a digital program based on scientific research that uses the best outcomes for addiction treatment.

A Solution for Everyone

Addresses alcohol, other drugs, and behavioral addictions.
Evidence-Based

Interventions proven to be the most effective.
Confidential

Your interaction with the program is private and secure.

You Drive the Program

With our tools, overcome addiction on your terms.
Easy to use

All you need is a smartphone, tablet or computer with internet connection.

A Few Words From Members

As a counselor treating addiction for the past fifteen years, I can say the 5-Actions Program is the most comprehensive approach to addressing addiction I have ever seen. I love that it comes with free phone support by peer specialists in recovery and the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line. Please check it out if you’re struggling with addiction.

Desiree

As a parent, I have spent many sleepless nights worrying about my daughter and her addiction and feeling hopeless after many attempts to help get her sober. Then I found this program and learned about CRAFT, a powerful intervention that has made all the difference in the world. If you are looking for a way to help your loved one with addiction, please sign-up for this program.

Tim

This program can save your life, really! I have been to treatment many times and was ready to give up when I learned about the 5-Actions Program. What’s different is that it addresses the root causes of addiction in a way that had never been explained to me and gave me tools to finally end my struggles with alcohol.

Jill

I am not one to reach out for help, but after watching a few videos about the importance of healing relationships in overcoming addiction, I decided to call one of the peer support specialists. I now use the phone support weekly and can honestly say it has made all the difference in my recovery.

Marie

While I have been in recovery for the past six years, life has continued to be a struggle for reasons I did not understand until I found this program. Learning about the role of attachment and trauma on relationships has been life-changing, thank you for developing this wonderful resource.

Edward

I was not sure what to expect when I signed up for this free program, but I’m sure glad I did! From the first videos that I watched, I learned more about addiction and how to help myself than I ever expected. The content is easy to understand, delivered in digestible and entertaining little chunks, and based on science. Check it out, you won’t be disappointed.

Gabriella

Everyone should have access to quality and reliable addiction help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the program free to use?

Because it is funded by New Mexico Human Services Department, Behavioral Health Services Division.
How do I get started?

Once you enroll, the Get Started page will orient you to the program and provide you with access to three introductory videos. Plus, we host monthly online trainings that provide helpful guidance for integrating 5-Actions into your recovery plan or healthcare practice.
Is the 5-Actions Program™ a replacement for addiction treatment?

No. This program does not replace professional or expert treatment. It’s a self-guided roadmap designed to help you better understand and address problems related to alcohol, other drugs, and/or behavioral addictions.

It encourages use of traditional treatment, self-help groups, and other interventions shown to be effective in reducing or stopping problematic behaviors. Because over 90% of people who could benefit from treatment don’t receive it, this program fills a much needed gap by offering you an online, self-guided change program with 24/7 crisis and peer-recovery phone support.
Why does this program address all addictions when other programs focus on specific addictions?

Most people who struggle with addiction suffer from multiple addictions, all of which hijack the brain and behavior in similar ways. So, intervening on one addiction while leaving others unaddressed, results in poor outcomes and high relapse rates.

Addictions also share similar roots, including attachment problems, adverse childhood experiences, and co-occurring disorders that require intervention. Having different programs to address different addictions when the roots for them all are similar, is not a productive use of your time and energy. Also, most effective interventions are not specific to one addiction, but work equally well across both substance and behavioral addictions.
Does this program address the underlying drivers or roots of addiction?

Yes. If you are to successfully overcome addiction, its critical that you understand the origins of your addictions, and the underlying factors that continue to perpetuate your behavior today. Among the most powerful underlying leverage points for change include insecure attachment, untreated trauma, and unaddressed co-occurring disorders, all of which are addressed in the 5-Actions Program™.
What's included in the program?

The 5-Actions Program™ includes over 100 videos, 3-5 minutes in length, organized into learning modules. In total, there is about 6.5 hours of engaging content. Most videos also include links to additional resources such as TED Talks, books, and downloadable tools.

The program has extensive self-screening and assessment tools to help you identify problems with substance use and/or behavioral addictions in your life. The tools are not diagnostic, but may help you identify issues that contribute to your ongoing struggles. And if indicated, they will encourage further evaluation by treatment professionals.

It also includes access to free monthly webinars. Learn about emerging research in addiction, getting started using NM 5-Actions, indigenous healing practices, help for a loved one struggling with addiction, and more. The on-demand webinar library lets you listen and learn anytime at your convenience.
What is pre-addiction?

Pre-addiction is use of substances or behaviors (gambling, sex, food, technology) that put you at risk for addiction. It’s similar to pre-diabetes in that the earlier you intervene, the better chance you have of preventing a more serious condition. No matter where you may be on the spectrum of pre-addiction/addiction, the 5-Actions Program™ can help you assess your risks and develop and plan to wellness. For more information on pre-addiction, see Preaddiction – A Missing Concept for Treating Substance Use Disorders.