This project will involve the development, refinement, and preliminary testing of a mobile health intervention (Motivational Enhancement Therapy Skills for Veterans; "METS4Vets"), which will be delivered through a smartphone app. The intervention will aim to support Veterans who are navigating the critical transition from structured residential substance use treatment to outpatient settings.
current SUD diagnosis according to chart review
current enrollment in VACHS residential SUD treatment program
competent to provide written informed consent
a working smartphone with wireless capabilities or willingness to use a study-provided smartphone
current psychosis
current active suicidal/homicidal ideation
physical disability (e.g., uncorrected vision) that would preclude use of smartphones and/or smartphone applications
cognitive impairment that would interfere with study participation or ability to provide informed consent, as determined by clinical interview