Reviewed alcohol-support directory
See whether an option is peer-led or professional, who it serves, what access costs, and what to verify before you contact it. Every entry links to the organization’s official site.
Change my drinking
A confidential U.S. directory of state-licensed substance-use and mental-health treatment providers.
Operated by SAMHSA. Provider listings are not endorsements; confirm insurance, cost, and availability directly.
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Local service offices, in-person meetings, online groups, and the free Meeting Guide app.
A.A. is peer-led, not professional treatment. Meeting formats and culture vary; newcomers may listen without speaking.
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Peer support using practical tools for changing addictive behaviors, offered in person and online.
SMART Recovery is a peer-support program and does not replace individualized medical care.
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A peer-led recovery community using Buddhist-inspired practices such as meditation, inquiry, and community.
No Buddhist belief is required. The program is peer-led rather than clinical.
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Evidence-informed tools for understanding drinking patterns, risks, and options for change.
Alcohol withdrawal can be medically dangerous for some people. The site advises discussing health concerns with a professional.
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Mutual-support meetings for people affected by someone else's drinking, including electronic and local options.
Al-Anon is a separate fellowship from A.A. and is not counseling or treatment.
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Tools and meetings focused on self-care, communication, and responding to a loved one's addictive behavior.
This is peer support. Safety concerns involving violence, children, or impaired driving may require local professional help.
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Immediate, confidential support from trained crisis counselors in the United States and its territories.
For immediate danger, call local emergency services. Availability and emergency numbers differ outside the U.S.
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A plain-language guide to choosing someone to talk to, naming what you need, and starting the conversation.
General educational guidance from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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A searchable directory with filters for location, insurance, concerns, and treatment approach.
Directory inclusion is not a recommendation. Verify licensure, fit, cost, and availability directly.
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