Anonymous Support Groups

Peer-led recovery fellowships based on the 12-step model. Free, confidential, and welcoming to all.

What Are 12-Step Programs?

12-step programs are peer-led support groups that help people recover from addiction, compulsive behaviors, and mental health challenges. These fellowships are:

  • Free: No fees or dues to attend
  • Anonymous: First names only, confidentiality respected
  • Peer-led: Run by members in recovery, not professionals
  • Non-religious: Spiritual but not affiliated with any religion
  • Proven effective: Millions have found recovery through these programs

๐Ÿ˜Š What to Expect at Your First Meeting

โฑ๏ธ Duration

Meetings usually last 60-90 minutes

๐Ÿค You Can Listen

You don't have to speak if you don't want to

๐Ÿ’ฌ Simple Introduction

Just say "I'm [name]" or "I'm [name] and I'm here to listen"

๐Ÿ”’ Everything is Confidential

What's shared in meetings stays in meetings

๐Ÿ”„ Try Different Meetings

Each group has its own personality - find the right fit

๐Ÿ’ Hear Hope

You'll hear others share their experiences and hope

๐Ÿ’Š Substance Use & Addiction Recovery

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Alcoholics Anonymous

(AA)

Focus: Recovery from alcohol addiction

The original 12-step program, founded in 1935. Largest recovery fellowship in the world with meetings in nearly every community.

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Narcotics Anonymous

(NA)

Focus: Recovery from drug addiction

For anyone struggling with addiction to drugs. "The only requirement is a desire to stop using."

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Cocaine Anonymous

(CA)

Focus: Recovery from cocaine & crack addiction

Fellowship for those recovering from cocaine and crack cocaine addiction, as well as all mind-altering substances.

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Crystal Meth Anonymous

(CMA)

Focus: Recovery from crystal meth addiction

For those whose lives have been affected by crystal meth and other stimulants.

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Heroin Anonymous

(HA)

Focus: Recovery from heroin & opioid addiction

Fellowship specifically for those recovering from heroin and other opioid addiction.

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Marijuana Anonymous

(MA)

Focus: Recovery from marijuana addiction

For those who have found they cannot stop using marijuana on their own.

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๐Ÿ” Eating & Compulsive Behaviors

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Overeaters Anonymous

(OA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive eating & food behaviors

For anyone struggling with compulsive overeating, under-eating, food addiction, or any unhealthy relationship with food.

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Debtors Anonymous

(DA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive debting

For those whose use of unsecured debt has caused suffering and made life unmanageable.

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Gamblers Anonymous

(GA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive gambling

Fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope to solve their gambling problem.

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Internet & Tech Anonymous

(ITAA)

Focus: Recovery from internet & technology addiction

For those seeking freedom from compulsive internet and technology use.

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Sex Addicts Anonymous

(SAA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive sexual behavior

Fellowship for those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior.

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Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous

(SLAA)

Focus: Recovery from sex and love addiction

For those suffering from sex addiction, love addiction, romantic obsession, or attachment disorder.

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Workaholics Anonymous

(WA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive working

For those whose need to work has become harmful to themselves or others.

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Shopaholics Anonymous

(SA)

Focus: Recovery from compulsive shopping

Fellowship for those recovering from shopping addiction and compulsive spending.

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๐Ÿ’š Mental Health & Emotional Well-being

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Emotions Anonymous

(EA)

Focus: Recovery from emotional difficulties

Fellowship for those working toward recovery from mental and emotional illness including depression, anxiety, grief, and more.

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Co-Dependents Anonymous

(CoDA)

Focus: Recovery from codependency

For people seeking healthier relationships and recovery from codependent patterns.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics

(ACA)

Focus: Recovery for adult children of dysfunctional families

For those who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.

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Dual Recovery Anonymous

(DRA)

Focus: Recovery from addiction AND mental illness

For those dealing with both chemical dependency and emotional or psychiatric illness.

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๐Ÿ’ก Tips for Success

Keep coming back: Try at least 6 meetings before deciding if it's for you

Try different groups: Each meeting has its own personality

Get a sponsor: Someone to guide you through the steps

Work the steps: The 12 steps are the foundation of recovery

Service: Helping others helps your own recovery

Be patient: Recovery is a journey, not a destination