What is the online program Lass das Gras?

Lass das Gras is an online quit program for people who want to stop using cannabis or cut down their use significantly. The program's website describes it as an individual counseling offer over 90 days. During cannabis withdrawal, a personal counselor accompanies you, with regular exchanges and concrete support. According to the program, anyone who signs up stays anonymous. According to the website, taking part is free of charge.

Free places

The homepage shows the number of places currently available. When it was checked on 27.10.2026, it showed 0. According to the site, this can change daily. For that reason, check before registering whether a place is free. If not, other offers can help: the program Quit the Shit, with a use diary over four weeks (according to the program page, free of charge and anonymous), the online counseling of DigiSucht, or the Sucht & Drogen Hotline on 01806 313031.

Who the program is for

The program is aimed at people for whom cannabis has become a problem. The website puts it this way: the negative effects of use become more and more obvious in everyday life, and the question is whether you want to stop.

Anyone who wants to cut down their use can also find out about stopping. It is best to discuss with your counselor whether full stopping or cutting down suits you. The article Cutting down or stopping altogether: what is better for me? compares both routes.

What the 90-day support looks like

The core of the program is a period of 90 days. During this time, you exchange views regularly with your personal counselor. The website speaks of support during withdrawal. You therefore get a contact person who knows your situation and plans steps with you.

Plan fixed appointments in your calendar for the 90 days, so that the exchange does not get lost in everyday life. The support runs across this period. A fixed rhythm helps you stick with it and gives you a reason to check your progress.

Registration and anonymity

Taking part begins with a registration. You need a valid email address for this. According to the website, everything else is anonymous. Before you register, check the provider's privacy policy. It should state which data is stored and who has access. Pay attention to the details you enter in the form, and choose only what you really need for taking part.

If you have further questions about data protection and security, the article How safe is my data in online counseling? also helps.

What you find on the website

Besides registration, the website offers a lot of information on cannabis addiction. This includes testimonials from former participants, an FAQ and contact options. Testimonials show you how others experienced the path. They do not replace counseling, and they do not show how successful the program would be for you. If you want to know how to check for dependence yourself, read the article How do I recognize cannabis dependence?

When an online program is not enough

Your counselor will clarify whether the program suits you. If you have severe withdrawal symptoms, sleep problems that weigh heavily on you or psychological problems, also speak with a doctor. If you have suicidal thoughts or severe despair, get help immediately, for example through the emergency number or a crisis service near you.

If you also take other substances or alcohol is involved, an online program is often not enough. A local addiction counseling service can then arrange further help. The article When is online counseling not enough and local help is needed? sets out the limits in more detail.

What withdrawal can involve

Discomfort can occur when you stop using cannabis. According to drugcom, symptoms usually begin 24 to 48 hours after the last use and generally last up to a week, and at most up to 14 days. The symptoms mentioned include sleep problems and disturbing dreams. Another drugcom article gives three to four weeks until withdrawal is largely over. Symptoms vary greatly from person to person. You can read more in the article What symptoms does cannabis withdrawal cause?

Prevention and relapses

If you relapse, it helps to discuss the situation in counseling. Note the situation in which it happened, and raise it. The article What to do after a relapse with cannabis? describes the first steps.

Your next steps

1. Decide whether you want to register for the program, and read the privacy notice beforehand.
2. Set fixed times for the support and keep them.
3. In a crisis, seek help locally straight away or call the emergency number.

An overview of all offers is on the page Help and counseling.