“All the suffering, stress, and addiction comes from not realizing you already are what you are looking for.”
- JON KABAT-ZINN
In-person and Online Support Groups
Co-dependents Anonymous- Group support for individuals struggling with codependency
Al-Anon- Group support for family members of individuals struggling with substance-related issues)
Narcotics Anonymous, Central Florida- Group support for addicts based in 12-step philosophy
Alcoholics Anonymous, Central Florida- Group support for alcoholics based in 12-step philosophy
SMART Recovery Group, Orlando- An alternative to 12-step, SMART recovery is helpful for individuals struggling with substance addiction. SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training.
In The Rooms- Online meetings in all categories including co-dependence, family support, grief and loss, illness, etc.)
Books for Clients, Family Members, & Loved Ones
Codependent no more by Melody Beattie
The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie
The Betrayal Bond: Breaking Free of Exploitive Relationships by Patrick Carnes
A Gentle Path through the Twelve Steps: The Classic Guide for All People in the Process of Recovery by Patrick Carnes
Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction by Patrick Carnes
Facing the Shadow: Starting Sexual and Relationship Recovery by Patrick Carnes
Facing Heartbreak: Steps to Recovery for Partners of Sex Addicts by Stefanie Carnes
Courageous Love: A Couples Guide to Conquering Betrayal by Stefanie Carnes
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel A. van der Kolk
Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine
