This alcohol self-help groups lists free or very inexpensive groups. All groups are non-12 step. It has links to more information along with other resources.
I. HAMS alcohol harm reduction program
The name HAMS stands for Harm reduction, Abstinence, and Moderation Support. HAMS harm reduction is effective in reducing alcohol and drug problems. This is important. Many people find AA, NA, and other 12-step meetings to be embarrassing. They’re also time-consuming. And, worst of all, they’re generally ineffective.
Learn more about HAMS.
II. LifeRing
Visit LifeRing.
III. Moderation Management
Visit Moderation Management.
IV. Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS)
Discover more about Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS).
V. SMART Recovery
Want to learn more about SMART Recovery?
VI. Women for Sobriety
Learn much more about Women for Sobriety self-help.
Resources: Alcohol Self-Help Groups
Readings
Anderson, K. How to Change Your Drinking: a Harm Reduction Guide. NY: HAMS, 2010.
Christopher, J. How to Stay Sober. Buffalo: Pro, 1988.
______. SOS Sobriety. Buffalo: Prometheus, 1992.
Hester, R., et al. SMART Recovery. J Internet Med, 2013, 15(7), e134.
Kelly, P., et al. SMART Recovery. Drug Alc Rev, 2014, 33, 7-8.
Kishline A. The Moderation Management Guide. NY: Crown, 1995.
MacGregor, S. and Herring, R. The SMART Pilot Project. London: Middlesex U. Drug and Alc Res Group, 2010.
Nicolaus, M. Empowering Your Sober Self. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2009.
National Newsletter for S.O.S. Buffalo, NY: S.O.S.
O’Sullivan, D., et al. SMART Recovery. Rehab Couns Bull, 2014.
Rotgers, F., et al. Responsible Drinking: a Moderation Management Approach. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger, 2002.
Sobriety Handbook. The SOS Way. Oakland, CA : LifeRing, 1997.
S.O.S. Newsletter. Buffalo: SOS.
Note
Know of any non-12 step alcohol self-help groups that should be added? If so, contact hansondl[at sign]potsdam[dot]edu/ Thanks for your help!