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Now accepting coaches in the U.S. & Canada

Empower people in recovery — on your own schedule

Join DARA as a verified recovery coach. Provide non-clinical guidance, support real people, and earn — all with flexible availability that fits your life.

Verified coaches only
Flexible hours
Transparent earnings
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Verified!

Your coach profile is approved and live.

Why coach on DARA

Make an impact on your own terms

01

Flexible Scheduling

Set your availability up to 10 hours per day. You control your schedule — coach when it works for you.

02

Verified & Professional

All coaches undergo ID verification, credential checks, and admin approval. A trusted, safe environment.

03

Transparent Earnings

Get paid through Stripe or PayPal with clear payout history. No hidden fees, no surprises.

The most powerful thing you can offer someone in recovery is the knowledge that they're not alone. That's what DARA coaches provide every single day.

Dara Recovery Team

Our mission for coaches

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Your coaching journey

From application to first session

Getting started is straightforward. Here's how you go from applicant to active coach.

1

Apply

Fill out the coach onboarding form with your experience, credentials, school info, and ID.

2

Verification

Admins review your documents and approve your account.

3

Set Availability & Profile

Upload your profile picture, set your schedule, and update your bio.

4

Start Coaching

Receive client bookings, join sessions, and track your earnings.

Start Your Application

Requirements

What you need to join

We maintain high standards to ensure a safe, professional platform for everyone.

Must Have

  • Experience with addiction recovery or behavioral support
  • School information (institutional credentials)
  • Certifications (e.g., Addiction Counseling, Coaching Training)
  • Government-issued ID
  • Ability to provide a 150–200 word professional bio
  • A profile picture (required before availability)
  • English proficiency (U.S. & Canada users)

Nice to Have

  • Additional specialty certifications
  • Professional license number
  • Reference contact(s)

Don't have everything yet? Apply anyway — our team will guide you through the process.

Your Dashboard

Everything you need in one place

01

Availability Calendar

Set your schedule up to 10 hours per day with flexible time blocks.

02

Client Evaluations

Access client evaluations after consent for better-informed sessions.

03

Messaging & Video

Video icon unlocks 15 minutes before session. Chat with clients securely.

04

Earnings Dashboard

Track your earnings and payout history in real-time.

Coach Stories

What coaches are saying.

Hear from the people who make recovery possible every day.

"Verification and structure make the platform feel safe and professional."

M.T.

Addiction Counselor

"The availability system helps me manage my time."

L.R.

Behavioral Support Specialist

"DARA allows me to support people in recovery without burnout."

R. C

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Join a growing community of verified recovery coaches making a real difference — on their own schedule.