WEBSITE RESOURCES FOR ALCOHOL ADDICTION
A listing of organizations that provide information and guidance, is provided below. No endorsements or recommendations are intended. We may give our personal opinion if we have real world experience but this listing is for informational purposes only. It is up to you to determine appropriate professional care for yourself or your loved one. Some of the websites offer support online. Some have meetings some do not. Some are are free and some have a fee. * We have videos about the different organizations at the bottom of the page.
Celebrate Recovery
https://www.celebraterecovery.com
Celebrate Recovery is a faith based 12 step program. The meetings are typically held in different churches. We have found this recovery group to be one of our favorites. We felt very encouraged and uplifted with the help we received here. Paris also found her sponsor here which has been a blessing for her and our family.
Find a meeting: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/resources/cr-online-group.
Meeting in person: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/what-we-offer/find-a-cr-meeting
Herren Project
https://chrisherren.com
Chris Herren, a former professional basketball player, has built a community around substance use prevention and recovery. He has shown us that even the best can falter, and even the most desperate can rise. An author, motivational speaker and wellness advocate, Chris has founded three organizations that provide programs and services with the goal of overcoming setbacks and navigating life’s challenges.
Find a meeting: https://herrenproject.org/online-meetings/
In The Rooms
https://www.intherooms.com/home/
In The Rooms offers over 150+ weekly live online meetings, they offer plenty of non 12 step options. 6 weekly women’s meetings including She Recovers, Women in Recovery, and Women Warriors, 2 Men’s meetings weekly, 7 different meditation meetings, Yoga in Recovery, and Healthy Love. They also offer a variety 12-Step Fellowships, and Specialty meetings. They have something for everyone.
She Recovers
https://sherecovers.org
More than 325,000 women in or seeking recovery from substance use disorders, other behavioral health issues and/or life challenges. This lifeline organization connects women through its virtual platforms and in-person community networks. All efforts are designed to end the stigma and shame of "being in recovery".
Find a meeting: https://sherecovers.org/together-online/
SMART Recovery
https://www.smartrecovery.org
SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented, not-for-profit organization for individuals with addictive problems. Their self-empowering, free mutual support meetings focus on ideas and techniques to help you change your life from one that is self-destructive and unhappy to one that is constructive and satisfying. SMART Recovery does not use labels like “addict” or “alcoholic.” They teach scientifically validated methods designed to empower you to change and to develop a more positive lifestyle.
Find a meeting: https://smartrecovery.org/meeting
Alcoholics Anonymous
https://www.aa.org
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. It is non-professional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about his or her drinking problem.
Find a meeting: https://www.aa.org/find-aa
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.
Also visit the online treatment locators.
LifeRing Secular Recovery
https://lifering.org
LifeRing is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs. LifeRing's emphasis on the positive, practical present-day can help turn anger and despair into hope and resolve.
Find a meeting: https://lifering.org/meeting-menu/
Women for Sobriety
https://womenforsobriety.org
Women For Sobriety was the first national self-help program for addiction recovery developed to address the unique needs of women. The New Life Program has been extremely effective in helping women overcome their Substance Use Disorders. It can stand alone or be used along with other recovery supports simultaneously.
Find a meeting: https://womenforsobriety.org/meetings/
Soberistas
https://soberistas.com/
They are a worldwide community of friendly, non-judgmental people, all helping each other to kick the booze and stay sober. Create a profile for a free 1 week trial and have a look around. (online meetings with membership)
The National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health
This organization is related to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It does not have any commercial sponsors so you are getting information that is unbiased. It provides scientific detailed information regarding alcohol statistics, facts, types of drinking, types of treatments offered, alcohols effects on the body, hangover myths, how to find quality alcohol treatment and what questions to ask providers. It is a very well put together guide and you can search by your area code.
National Association for Christian Recovery
https://www.nacr.org
The NACR's primary purpose is to help the Christian community become a safer and more helpful place for people struggling with the most difficult of life's problems. They know how painful it is to feel like we are the only one who is struggling. They know how exhausting it is to pretend that things are OK. They aren't going to do that anymore. Join them as they sink your roots more deeply every day into the soil of God's love.
Celebrate Recovery
https://www.celebraterecovery.com
Celebrate Recovery is a faith based 12 step program. The meetings are typically held in different churches. We have found this recovery group to be one of our favorites. We felt very encouraged and uplifted with the help we received here. Paris also found her sponsor here which has been a blessing for her and our family.
Find a meeting: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/resources/cr-online-group.
Meeting in person: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/what-we-offer/find-a-cr-meeting
Herren Project
https://chrisherren.com
Chris Herren, a former professional basketball player, has built a community around substance use prevention and recovery. He has shown us that even the best can falter, and even the most desperate can rise. An author, motivational speaker and wellness advocate, Chris has founded three organizations that provide programs and services with the goal of overcoming setbacks and navigating life’s challenges.
Find a meeting: https://herrenproject.org/online-meetings/
In The Rooms
https://www.intherooms.com/home/
In The Rooms offers over 150+ weekly live online meetings, they offer plenty of non 12 step options. 6 weekly women’s meetings including She Recovers, Women in Recovery, and Women Warriors, 2 Men’s meetings weekly, 7 different meditation meetings, Yoga in Recovery, and Healthy Love. They also offer a variety 12-Step Fellowships, and Specialty meetings. They have something for everyone.
She Recovers
https://sherecovers.org
More than 325,000 women in or seeking recovery from substance use disorders, other behavioral health issues and/or life challenges. This lifeline organization connects women through its virtual platforms and in-person community networks. All efforts are designed to end the stigma and shame of "being in recovery".
Find a meeting: https://sherecovers.org/together-online/
SMART Recovery
https://www.smartrecovery.org
SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented, not-for-profit organization for individuals with addictive problems. Their self-empowering, free mutual support meetings focus on ideas and techniques to help you change your life from one that is self-destructive and unhappy to one that is constructive and satisfying. SMART Recovery does not use labels like “addict” or “alcoholic.” They teach scientifically validated methods designed to empower you to change and to develop a more positive lifestyle.
Find a meeting: https://smartrecovery.org/meeting
Alcoholics Anonymous
https://www.aa.org
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. It is non-professional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about his or her drinking problem.
Find a meeting: https://www.aa.org/find-aa
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.
Also visit the online treatment locators.
LifeRing Secular Recovery
https://lifering.org
LifeRing is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs. LifeRing's emphasis on the positive, practical present-day can help turn anger and despair into hope and resolve.
Find a meeting: https://lifering.org/meeting-menu/
Women for Sobriety
https://womenforsobriety.org
Women For Sobriety was the first national self-help program for addiction recovery developed to address the unique needs of women. The New Life Program has been extremely effective in helping women overcome their Substance Use Disorders. It can stand alone or be used along with other recovery supports simultaneously.
Find a meeting: https://womenforsobriety.org/meetings/
Soberistas
https://soberistas.com/
They are a worldwide community of friendly, non-judgmental people, all helping each other to kick the booze and stay sober. Create a profile for a free 1 week trial and have a look around. (online meetings with membership)
The National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health
This organization is related to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It does not have any commercial sponsors so you are getting information that is unbiased. It provides scientific detailed information regarding alcohol statistics, facts, types of drinking, types of treatments offered, alcohols effects on the body, hangover myths, how to find quality alcohol treatment and what questions to ask providers. It is a very well put together guide and you can search by your area code.
National Association for Christian Recovery
https://www.nacr.org
The NACR's primary purpose is to help the Christian community become a safer and more helpful place for people struggling with the most difficult of life's problems. They know how painful it is to feel like we are the only one who is struggling. They know how exhausting it is to pretend that things are OK. They aren't going to do that anymore. Join them as they sink your roots more deeply every day into the soil of God's love.
MOderation Groups
A listing of organizations that provide information and guidance, is provided below. These methods are a bit controversial in some realms of the sobriety world, but have proven beneficial for some. This is a personal choice and one that must be weighed with the risks of the person's addiction and chances of survival. We truly believe that counseling and perhaps therapies such as CBT and DBT still should be part of the recovery process. No endorsements or recommendations are intended. We may give our personal opinion if we have real world experience but this listing is for informational purposes only. It is up to you to determine appropriate professional care for yourself or your loved one. * To watch videos about these programs scroll to the bottom of the page and look at our Moderating Alcohol page.
HAMS Harm Reduction for alcohol
https://hams.cc
Struggling with drinking? HAMS can help! This free, peer-led support group offers info and encouragement for anyone wanting to change their drinking habits. They offer help through online forums, chats, email, and even live meetings
One Year No Beer
https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/
Designed for entrepreneurs, leaders, and high-achievers looking to transform their health, relationships and business by changing their relationship with alcohol in just 8 weeks.
Moderation Managment
https://moderation.org
MM is not the right choice for every problem drinker, they recognize this and fully support their members who choose abstinence in their MMabsers Listserv community or MMAbsers Private Facebook Group. In fact they claim, many of their abstinent members believe it would have taken them much longer to accept abstinence as the right path for them, if they hadn’t attempted moderation with the support of the MM community first.
Sinclair Method
https://www.sinclairmethod.org
A spiritual component as well. The root of alcoholism needs to be discovered and addressed.
The Sinclair Method for Alcohol Use Disorders is an evidence-based treatment for problematic drinking developed by Dr. John D. Sinclair. Unlike traditional treatments that require complete abstinence from alcohol, the Sinclair Method allows you to continue drinking alcohol at the beginning of treatment.
The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility
https://www.responsibility.org
The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibilty is supported by nine of America's top distillers. The foundation's National Advisory Board and their partners are guiding a lifetime of conversations about alcohol responsibility across all 50 U.S. states and in Washington, D.C.
HAMS Harm Reduction for alcohol
https://hams.cc
Struggling with drinking? HAMS can help! This free, peer-led support group offers info and encouragement for anyone wanting to change their drinking habits. They offer help through online forums, chats, email, and even live meetings
One Year No Beer
https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/
Designed for entrepreneurs, leaders, and high-achievers looking to transform their health, relationships and business by changing their relationship with alcohol in just 8 weeks.
Moderation Managment
https://moderation.org
MM is not the right choice for every problem drinker, they recognize this and fully support their members who choose abstinence in their MMabsers Listserv community or MMAbsers Private Facebook Group. In fact they claim, many of their abstinent members believe it would have taken them much longer to accept abstinence as the right path for them, if they hadn’t attempted moderation with the support of the MM community first.
Sinclair Method
https://www.sinclairmethod.org
A spiritual component as well. The root of alcoholism needs to be discovered and addressed.
The Sinclair Method for Alcohol Use Disorders is an evidence-based treatment for problematic drinking developed by Dr. John D. Sinclair. Unlike traditional treatments that require complete abstinence from alcohol, the Sinclair Method allows you to continue drinking alcohol at the beginning of treatment.
The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility
https://www.responsibility.org
The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibilty is supported by nine of America's top distillers. The foundation's National Advisory Board and their partners are guiding a lifetime of conversations about alcohol responsibility across all 50 U.S. states and in Washington, D.C.
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(Video is over 2 hours) *A little bit of strong language.
Rich sits down with 'One Year No Beer' co-founder Ruari Fairbairns to talk about the mental and physical health benefits of ditching booze. This is a really interesting podcast! We loved it! There is so much valuable information in this interview and very similar to the program we are creating at Craving Sobriety. LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods ONYB https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/ |
some cool apps to get you started...
Drink Control App
drinkcontrolapp.comhttps://drinkcontrolapp.com/
DrinkControl tracks your alcohol intake in glasses, bottles or cans and converts them into standard units of alcohol. App lets you know when you go over the limit set by moderate drinking guidelines, and how much money you've spent and calories consumed with your drinks.
Sunnyside
https://www.sunnyside.co/www.sunnyside.co
An evidence-based system to help you make changes to your drinking that last, whether you want to drink less, or eventually quit.
Soberlink
https://www.soberlink.com/healthcare/alcohol-addiction-recovery
Studies show that monitoring in early recovery can help improve outcomes. Soberlink's remote recovery technology empowers people in the fight against alcohol addiction.
Hello Sunday Morning/Daybreak
https://hellosundaymorning.org/daybreak-int/
Whether that means abstaining, taking a break, or simply understanding how to have a healthy relationship with alcohol, we’re here to support you and your choice.
Sober Buddy
https://yoursoberbuddy.com/
Whether you're just starting out, or have been sober for awhile - with their community by your side, those once-distant goals become achievable milestones. They're with you in every struggle, every victory, offering the solidarity and resources essential for real progress.
drinkcontrolapp.comhttps://drinkcontrolapp.com/
DrinkControl tracks your alcohol intake in glasses, bottles or cans and converts them into standard units of alcohol. App lets you know when you go over the limit set by moderate drinking guidelines, and how much money you've spent and calories consumed with your drinks.
Sunnyside
https://www.sunnyside.co/www.sunnyside.co
An evidence-based system to help you make changes to your drinking that last, whether you want to drink less, or eventually quit.
Soberlink
https://www.soberlink.com/healthcare/alcohol-addiction-recovery
Studies show that monitoring in early recovery can help improve outcomes. Soberlink's remote recovery technology empowers people in the fight against alcohol addiction.
Hello Sunday Morning/Daybreak
https://hellosundaymorning.org/daybreak-int/
Whether that means abstaining, taking a break, or simply understanding how to have a healthy relationship with alcohol, we’re here to support you and your choice.
Sober Buddy
https://yoursoberbuddy.com/
Whether you're just starting out, or have been sober for awhile - with their community by your side, those once-distant goals become achievable milestones. They're with you in every struggle, every victory, offering the solidarity and resources essential for real progress.
*Sober Buddy
VIDEOS ABOUT SOME OF THE ORGANIZATIONS LISTED ABOVE
If you don't feel like clicking on the links we posted above and you prefer to watch videos about the different organizations we have posted some videos below:
*About Celebrate Recovery
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*A testimony from Celebrate Recovery
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*about SMART Recovery
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*Testimonial from SMART Recovery
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*Info on "In The Rooms"
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* About Alcoholics Anonymous
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* She Recovers
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*A testimony from She Recovers (Some strong language)
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