Methamphetamine and Addictions Program (MAP)

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Delivered in public metropolitan prisons across Western Australia, the Methamphetamine and Addictions Program (MAP) is a voluntary rehabilitation program designed to help offenders reduce their risk of drug or alcohol relapse. This structured prison program supports participants in their recovery journey by promoting self-awareness, behavioural change and healthier coping strategies.

About the Program

MAP is a six-week drug and alcohol rehabilitation program conducted in Karnet, Wooroloo and Bandyup Prisons. Each week includes a two-hour group session that combines experiential learning, open discussion, reflection and practical activities.

The program helps participants understand the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviour, while developing the life skills and strategies needed to manage substance use, reduce cravings and work towards recovery or abstinence.

Program Topics

Participants explore a wide range of topics, including:

• The effects of methamphetamine, alcohol and other drugs on the brain and body
• Values, motivation to change and goal setting
• Helpful and unhelpful thinking styles and consequential thinking
• Identifying triggers, managing emotions and coping with cravings and urges
• Refusal skills and relapse prevention techniques
• Building a balanced lifestyle with prosocial activities, healthy boundaries and effective communication

Each topic aims to strengthen understanding, promote positive behavioural change, and support participants as they prepare for reintegration into the community.

Program Delivery

The Methamphetamine and Addictions Program is delivered in partnership with Cyrenian House, a recognised provider of addiction treatment and counselling services. Together, Holyoake and Cyrenian House ensure that participants receive a consistent, evidence-based approach to substance abuse rehabilitation within the correctional setting.

If you would like to learn more about MAP or participate in the program, please speak to the Transitional Manager at your prison.

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