12 step meeting information Chicago, IL

 Recovery Resources in Chicago

Because our affiliated therapists are committed to recovery, sobriety and wellness, we have made available a list of community resources ranging from psychiatrists to treatment programs to 12-step meetings.  

We’ve also made available several articles related to substance abuse and addiction that we hope you will find helpful. Apologies in advance that we are unable to list all of the different services in Chicago for recovery.




Psychiatrists in Uptown/Lakeview Area:

Uptown Psychiatry

4753 N. Broadway Street, Suite 925

Chicago, IL 60640

Ph: 773.989.2780

Web: www.uptownpsych.com

Intensive Outpatient Resources

Hazelden Betty Ford

867 N. Dearborn St

Chicago, IL 60610

Tel: 312.943.3534 (24-Hours)

http://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/treatment/locations/chicago

Gateway Inpatient Treatment

Phone: 877.505.4673

Visit the Gateway Website to Learn More

http://recovergateway.org/

Pride Institute (LGBT Focused Program)

Offers a variety of treatment and recovery programs with a separate LGBT area. Drug and rehab treatment center. Residential day treatment. Residential outpatient program.

https://pride-institute.com/

12 step meeting information in Chicago addiction for addiction recovery
12 Step Meeting Information in Chicago

12-Step Meetings

Below we have listed several of the more commonly requested listing sites for 12-step meetings. Please visit each website directly to learn more about meeting times and locations.

Alcoholics Anonymous Chicago (AA Meetings in Chicago)

Full listing of Chicago area local AA meetings. Regularly updated.

https://www.chicagoaa.org/

Gay & LGBT Focused AA Meetings in Chicago Area

If you identify as LGBT and wanting to attend a 12-step AA meeting that is LGBT friendly/focused, visit site below. Appears to be regularly updated.

https://www.gayandsober.org/meeting-finder-illinoishttps://sites.google.com/site/gayaachicago/

Rec Room

Great community resource for individuals looking in recovery looking for social and recrea

tional opportunities. Very welcoming and affirming.

http://www.recroomchicago.org/home

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Chicago Meeting Information

Chicago listing and information site for NA. See page for meeting times and locations.

Narcotics Anonymous Chicago Meetings

Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) Chicago

If you are looking for a 12-step meeting that focuses on crystal meth abuse and addiction in Chicago, see link below.

http://crystalmethchicago.org/

Cocaine Anonymous (CA) Meeting Information for Illinois

12-Step group for individuals needing support with cocaine addiction. Illinois listing page with Chicago specific information.

https://www.addicted.org/illinois-cocaine-anonymous-meetings.html

Sexual Compulsiveness Anonymous (SCA)

This 12-step group focused on behavioral/process compulsivity issues related to sexual behaviors. Visit site link below to learn more about meetings.

https://smeetingschicago.com/sca-how-it-works/http://www.sca-chicago.org

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous

This 12-step group is designed to support individuals who struggle with an addiction to relationships and sex. Dualistic focus that many people find helpful as part of the recovery process.

https://saa-recovery.org/

Addiction related reading
Articles, Posts and Resources Related to Recovery

Substance Abuse and Addiction Related Reading

What’s Up with Sex Addiction? Does it really event exist? Read our article that offers answers to the question: What exactly is sex addiction? Good read for anyone who is need to gain a better understanding of behavioral addictions and compulsivity.

Internet Cyber Addiction

Extensive article offering everything you ever wanted to know about Internet Addiction (aka Cyber Addiction). Authored by Dr. John Moore.

What’s The Difference Between Use, Abuse and Addiction?

We hear these terms used from time to time but what do they really mean? Learn more about use, abuse and addiction by visiting this page.

Mindful Tips for Recovery

If you are in a recovery program of some type, it might be helpful to read the following article on maintaining your path of wellness through mindfulness. This approach can help you stay focused on the present.

Addicted to Love, Relationships or Both?

If you continually find yourself in relationships where you become obsessed and addicted to a person, you might want to check out the book Confusing Love with Obsession by Dr. John Moore

Common Alcoholic Family Roles

Are you a hero, a mascot or an enabler? Learn the six unique family roles that are typical in alcoholic families. Which role do you most closely identify with?

Does Hypnosis Work To Stop Alcohol Use?

The best hypnosis and hypnotherapy in Chicago may help you with your recovery. 

There is no clinical evidence to suggest hypnosis is a viable, stand-a-lone treatment option the treatment of drugs or alcohol. If you are looking for information hypnosis and alcohol use, see this page

Note: If you are concerned that you might harm yourself or someone else, please dial 911 immediately or go to your nearest emergency room.