Support groups for individuals & families struggling with addiction
Peer support groups like AA and Al-Anon have helped millions of people navigate the impact of addiction, whether they are in recovery themselves or supporting someone who isn’t. Support groups work best alongside professional treatment programs and evidence-based therapies that address the underlying causes of addiction. You don’t need to finish treatment to find support, and your loved one doesn’t need to be in recovery either. Even in the midst of active addiction, these groups offer connection, understanding, and relief. Below, are some support options for individuals and families.
support groups
Support groups for individuals & their loved ones
Many support groups offer a welcoming space for individuals dealing with addiction, mental health challenges, and other behavioral issues, along with their families. These groups provide community, understanding, and tools to help navigate difficult paths, whether it’s overcoming substance use, managing eating or behavioral issues, or supporting a loved one through recovery. To understand the structure behind these meetings, read our full guide on how the 12-step program works.
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Other Anonymous Fellowships
- Dual Recovery Anonymous
- Emotional Health Anonymous
- Debtors Anonymous
- Nicotine Anonymous
- Chemically Dependent Anonymous
- Crystal Meth Anonymous
- Dual Diagnosis Anonymous
- Heroin Anonymous
- Marijuana Anonymous
- Prescriptions Anonymous
- Recoveries Anonymous
- Bettors Anonymous
- Workaholics Anonymous
- Trauma Anonymous
- Survivors of Incest Anonymous
- Spenders Anonymous
- Self Mutilators Anonymous
- Recovering Couples Anonymous
- Kleptomaniacs and Shoplifters Anonymous
- HCV Anonymous
- Gamblers Anonymous
- Emotions Anonymous
- Clutterers Anonymous
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HELP FOR ME
Support groups for individuals struggling with addiction.
Millions of people worldwide turn to peer-led groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) for support in overcoming substance use. These 12-step meetings are free, widely accessible, and open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs. For those also dealing with co-occurring mental health conditions, groups like Dual Recovery Anonymous or Dual Diagnosis Anonymous can offer peer support tailored to that experience. Consistent participation in AA or NA can support long-term recovery by:
- Building confidence in your ability to stay sober
- Practicing healthy social interactions in a supportive setting
- Expanding your network with others who value sobriety
- Encouraging positive lifestyle changes that reinforce recovery
To learn more about how these programs work, explore resources on the 12-step model of care. Support groups are often used alongside motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy as part of a broader outpatient treatment plan.
HELP FOR A LOVED ONE
Support groups for families and loved ones.
When someone close to you is struggling with addiction, it’s not uncommon to keep the situation private—whether out of fear, shame, or the belief that speaking up won’t change anything. In some cases, a loved one may even discourage you from talking about it at all.
But you don’t have to carry the weight alone. A loved one’s addiction is not your fault, and it’s not a reflection of your role as a parent, partner, or friend. What matters now is learning how to care for yourself while navigating a difficult situation. If your loved one is ready to seek help, our admissions team can walk you through the options and help connect them with the right level of care. Support groups can help you:
- Understand the three Cs— you didn’t cause the addiction, you can’t control it, and you can’t cure it
- Connect with others who’ve experienced similar challenges
- Restore a sense of control in your own life
- Build emotional resilience during difficult times
