ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SUPPORT AROUND ALCOHOL AND/OR SUBSTANCE USE?
As either an alternative or addition to one-on-one therapy, groups possess incredible power to decrease shame and isolation, offering support from others who might be struggling with similar issues. This is especially important when it comes to looking at our alcohol and/or drug use, as social stigma often leaves people suffering alone.
Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step groups are widely available, but here are some alternatives to these traditional recovery models:
Harm Reduction Therapy Center
HRTC is a leader in the harm reduction field; they literally wrote the book (see below) on the topic. They have a fee-for-service program and several community-based programs, and offer process groups.
Smart Recovery
Abstinence-based. Teaches cognitive-behavioral tools for recovery based on scientific research and principles of self-empowerment. They offer face-to-face meetings, daily online meetings, a group online messaging board and a 24/7 chat room.
TIRED OF THINKING ABOUT THINKING
Unpicked
There are dozens of sober blog communities out there, but these are two I have found to be very accessible.
Moderation Management
Moderation-based. Peer support network for people who are concerned about their drinking, encouraging them to cut back or quit drinking before drinking problems become severe. They offer face-to-face meetings, an online community, forums, listservs, and chat rooms.
The Stonewall Project
Harm-reduction based program for men/transmen who have sex with men. Drop-in groups and services for enrolled clients.
Life Ring
Abstinence-based. Peer support network advocating personal growth and an individualized approach. They offer face-to-face meetings, and various online meetings/forum.
As either an alternative or addition to one-on-one therapy, groups possess incredible power to decrease shame and isolation, offering support from others who might be struggling with similar issues. This is especially important when it comes to looking at our alcohol and/or drug use, as social stigma often leaves people suffering alone.
Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step groups are widely available, but here are some alternatives to these traditional recovery models:
Harm Reduction Therapy Center
HRTC is a leader in the harm reduction field; they literally wrote the book (see below) on the topic. They have a fee-for-service program and several community-based programs, and offer process groups.
Smart Recovery
Abstinence-based. Teaches cognitive-behavioral tools for recovery based on scientific research and principles of self-empowerment. They offer face-to-face meetings, daily online meetings, a group online messaging board and a 24/7 chat room.
TIRED OF THINKING ABOUT THINKING
Unpicked
There are dozens of sober blog communities out there, but these are two I have found to be very accessible.
Moderation Management
Moderation-based. Peer support network for people who are concerned about their drinking, encouraging them to cut back or quit drinking before drinking problems become severe. They offer face-to-face meetings, an online community, forums, listservs, and chat rooms.
The Stonewall Project
Harm-reduction based program for men/transmen who have sex with men. Drop-in groups and services for enrolled clients.
Life Ring
Abstinence-based. Peer support network advocating personal growth and an individualized approach. They offer face-to-face meetings, and various online meetings/forum.