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12-Step Program Treatment Facilities

12-Step Programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) provide peer support, structured recovery framework, and proven principles for lasting sobriety. Millions worldwide have found recovery through 12-step fellowship.

Found 47 treatment centers offering 12-step programs across the United States.

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White River Junction VA Medical Center

Situated in White River Junction, VT, the White River Junction VA Medical Center delivers extensive services for addiction recovery aimed at both adults and young adults. This facility specializes in inpatient detox and offers treatment for substance use disorders alongside mental health issues that may arise simultaneously. With unique programs designed specifically for veterans, it emphasizes tailored treatment. Employing methods like 12-step programs and anger management, the center prioritizes a holistic approach to recovery. Both male and female clients benefit from customized care plans, making it an excellent choice for those in search of evidence-based strategies within a nurturing atmosphere, dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving enduring sobriety.

University of Vermont Medical Center

The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT, delivers thorough substance use treatment for adults managing concurrent serious mental health issues, as well as for children with emotional disturbances. They offer intensive outpatient, standard outpatient, and day treatment services, employing proven methods such as 12-step facilitation and anger management. This center serves adult men and women, including those with a history of trauma. The facility also features tailored programs for adult men and women of all ages, guaranteeing personalized care and assistance for individuals on their journey to recovery from addiction and mental health struggles.

West Ridge Center

West Ridge Center, situated in Rutland, VT, delivers extensive substance use care for adults of all genders. This establishment offers outpatient options including methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone, alongside regular outpatient services. It also features dedicated programs for individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. Emphasizing techniques such as anger management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational incentives, West Ridge Center serves adults and young adults in pursuit of effective treatment. The center’s gender-informed approach guarantees customized assistance for both men and women. For those seeking scientifically supported treatment combined with individualized attention, West Ridge Center is committed to guiding individuals toward lasting recovery.

United Counseling Service of

United Counseling Service in Bennington, VT, delivers complete care for individuals facing substance use issues, especially those with concurrent serious mental health conditions or emotional difficulties in young people. This institution offers robust outpatient services, including specialized programs for adolescents, adult males, and females, and provides medication-assisted treatment options such as methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone. Their approach is personalized, incorporating methods like 12-step facilitation, anger management, and brief interventions. United Counseling Service is dedicated to offering excellent, customized support to adults and seniors of all genders on their journey to overcoming addiction and mental health struggles.

Windham Center
Bellows Falls, VT

Windham Center, situated in Bellows Falls, VT, delivers thorough care for adults and children facing addiction, substance abuse, and concurrent mental health concerns. This establishment provides inpatient hospital detoxification and treatment, featuring distinct programs for individuals with dual diagnoses. Utilizing proven methods such as 12-step support, anger management strategies, and brief intervention, Windham Center tailors its approach to meet each client's unique needs. Dedicated to high standards and personalized recovery plans, the center supports individuals of all genders, offering a nurturing setting for those pursuing healing from addiction and mental health struggles.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 12-Step Programs

12-Step Programs, originating with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in 1935, represent the most widely available peer support resource for addiction recovery. With millions of participants worldwide attending free meetings in thousands of locations daily, 12-step fellowship has helped countless individuals achieve and maintain sobriety through peer support, spiritual principles, and structured recovery framework.

The 12 Steps of Recovery

The 12 steps provide a framework for personal growth and recovery: admitting powerlessness over addiction, believing a Higher Power can help, turning life over to that power, taking moral inventory, admitting wrongs, becoming ready for change, asking Higher Power to remove defects, making amends to those harmed, continuing personal inventory, seeking spiritual connection, and helping others in recovery. Steps are worked progressively with sponsor guidance.

12-Step Fellowship Varieties

Different 12-step programs address specific issues:

  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Alcohol addiction
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Drug addiction (all substances)
  • Cocaine Anonymous (CA): Cocaine and crack addiction
  • Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA): Methamphetamine addiction
  • Marijuana Anonymous (MA): Cannabis dependence
  • Al-Anon/Nar-Anon: Family members of people with addiction

Sponsorship and Fellowship

Sponsors provide guidance, support, and accountability while helping newcomers work through the 12 steps. Fellowship - connection with others in recovery - reduces isolation, provides understanding, offers hope through witnessing others' recovery, and creates sober social network. Service work (helping others, setting up meetings, making coffee) provides purpose and strengthens personal recovery.

Integration with Professional Treatment

Many treatment centers incorporate 12-step principles, facilitate meeting attendance, and encourage continued involvement post-treatment. The combination of professional treatment (therapy, medical care, structured programming) with ongoing 12-step participation provides comprehensive support. 12-step meetings offer free, lifelong support available anywhere, anytime - a crucial resource during and after formal treatment.

Spirituality in 12-Step Programs

12-step programs are spiritual but not religious. "Higher Power" is self-defined - deity, the group, nature, universe, or personal concept. The emphasis is on spiritual principles (honesty, humility, service, surrender) rather than specific religious beliefs. Many atheists and agnostics find meaningful recovery through 12-step programs by focusing on human connection and spiritual principles without religious interpretation.

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Medically ReviewedUpdated: February 2026
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