Contact Us: Recovery International
The Recovery method wasn’t invented overnight—it was the result of more than 25 years of cognitive behavioral work. As the organization grew, Dr. Low realized that he needed to train others in his methods. Because he knew how overworked and understaffed many psychiatric hospitals were, he also realized the need to develop a consistent approach that could be replicated by nonprofessionals. Thus evolved the peer-led self-help model we know today.
Recovery International: Practical Tools for Emotional Self-Control
- The Abraham Low 4-Step Recovery Method®
- Self-Help Coping Skills
- Peer-Led Support (Not Therapy)
- Cognitive & Emotional Self-Control
Recovery International Headquarters
1415 W. 22nd. St.
Tower Floor
Oak Brook, Il 60523
Ph: 312-337-5661
Toll-free: 866-221-0302
Recovery International: San Diego Office
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In-person, Zoom, Phone, Chat, Newcomers and more.
Connect with Recovery International by joining a Meeting
Recovery International meetings are held all over the country by Chat, Phone, Zoom, and in-person. You will have to adjust these times to the time zone you reside in. On average, meetings are 90 minutes but some may be shorter.
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History of Recovery International
Recovery International was founded in 1937 in Chicago by neuropsychiatrist Dr. Abraham Low to teach a peer-led self-help method of managing mental health symptoms. Dr. Low was a pioneer in the field of cognitive behavioral therapy. Recovery International was the first self-help mental health organization founded in the State of Illinois and Recovery International was the second self-help mental health organization founded in the United States.



