Addiction Support Groups in Fort Wayne, IN

This is the first and main group of an individualized program that people participate in as they develop a "Life Plan." The group will help people overcome life controlling issues through developing a healthy character by dealing with character flaws. After which their "Life Plan" directs them on their journey to a followup group. It is a powerful group for those who want to prevent life-controlling problems, as well as for those who need to overcome a current problem. It enhances people's understanding of themselves and others. It helps people bond together in meaningful relationships. 9-13 weeks
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Hosted by Living Free Recovery
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, LCAC
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46815
My specialty is substance abuse and addictions.
This is the first and main group of an individualized program that people participate in as they develop a "Life Plan." The group will help people overcome life controlling issues through developing a healthy character by dealing with character flaws. After which their "Life Plan" directs them on their journey to a followup group. It is a powerful group for those who want to prevent life-controlling problems, as well as for those who need to overcome a current problem. It enhances people's understanding of themselves and others. It helps people bond together in meaningful relationships. 9-13 weeks
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This group is suggested for people in recovery groups. This study helps to minister to families caught in the cycle of abusive relationships. The curriculum deals with overcoming these abusive relationships through Christ and is recommended for use in support groups and Christian counseling. In addition to ministering to families from abusive relationships, it also ministers to victims of family violence, deals with wounded emotions and control/intimacy issues, and presents a strong message of Christ as healer of abusive relationships.
Photo of Daniel Schreck - Living Free Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, LCAC
Hosted by Living Free Recovery
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, LCAC
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46815
My specialty is substance abuse and addictions.
This group is suggested for people in recovery groups. This study helps to minister to families caught in the cycle of abusive relationships. The curriculum deals with overcoming these abusive relationships through Christ and is recommended for use in support groups and Christian counseling. In addition to ministering to families from abusive relationships, it also ministers to victims of family violence, deals with wounded emotions and control/intimacy issues, and presents a strong message of Christ as healer of abusive relationships.
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This group meets online to support any man struggling with addictive or self-medicating behaviors during this isolating time. All forms of self-medicating welcome such as: pornography, sex, drugs/ alcohol, food, video games, work, gambling and relationships. This is a group of 8-10 men that learn tools to more effectively maintain healthy long-term sobriety. The group is actively engaged in each other's lives outside of group time throughout the week via text/phone. The opposite of addiction is not sobriety; It's connection!
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Hosted by Chris Chandler
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, LPCC, CSAT-S
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46825
I have worked full time in the field since 2004 and have been a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist since 2013.
This group meets online to support any man struggling with addictive or self-medicating behaviors during this isolating time. All forms of self-medicating welcome such as: pornography, sex, drugs/ alcohol, food, video games, work, gambling and relationships. This is a group of 8-10 men that learn tools to more effectively maintain healthy long-term sobriety. The group is actively engaged in each other's lives outside of group time throughout the week via text/phone. The opposite of addiction is not sobriety; It's connection!
(463) 208-7268 View (463) 208-7268
Phoenix Associates offers a psychoeducational substance abuse group for adolescents.
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Hosted by Phoenix Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Phoenix Associates offers a psychoeducational substance abuse group for adolescents.
(260) 424-0411 View (260) 424-0411
The relapse prevention program, Staying Quit, targets individuals who are active in substance abuse programs of any type in any setting. Staying Quit is an 8-session program that helps clients avoid a relapse by recognizing risky situations, coping with urges and cravings, being around users, understanding support issues, and taking charge.
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Hosted by Olinka L. Clark - UJIMA Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAADAC
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46802
The relapse prevention program, Staying Quit, targets individuals who are active in substance abuse programs of any type in any setting. Staying Quit is an 8-session program that helps clients avoid a relapse by recognizing risky situations, coping with urges and cravings, being around users, understanding support issues, and taking charge.
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The purpose of Anger Management is to help develop an understanding of what anger is, what it does, and how it can be mastered.
Photo of Daniel Schreck - Living Free Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, LCAC
Hosted by Living Free Recovery
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, LCAC
Group meets in Fort Wayne, IN 46815
My specialty is substance abuse and addictions.
The purpose of Anger Management is to help develop an understanding of what anger is, what it does, and how it can be mastered.
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EMDR is a therapy proven to help people recover from trauma & PTSD symptoms. EMDR therapy treats anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, & addictions. (EMDRIA, 2025)
Photo of Alicia L Siler, Counselor, MA & MS, LMHC, LPCC, LICDC, NCC
Hosted by Alicia L Siler
Counselor, MA & MS, LMHC, LPCC, LICDC, NCC
Group meets in Decatur, IN 46733
EMDR is a therapy proven to help people recover from trauma & PTSD symptoms. EMDR therapy treats anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, & addictions. (EMDRIA, 2025)
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Online Groups

Craig has 26 year of clinical experience in working with diverse issues in different clinical settings. He specializes in treating adolescents and adults with dual diagnosis: depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and addiction issues. Please contact Craig at (317) 478-1478 to schedule your appointment.
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Hosted by Ransburg Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Group meets in Carmel, IN 46032
Craig has 26 year of clinical experience in working with diverse issues in different clinical settings. He specializes in treating adolescents and adults with dual diagnosis: depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and addiction issues. Please contact Craig at (317) 478-1478 to schedule your appointment.
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Prime For Life is a research-based, motivational program helping individuals reduce high-risk choices related to alcohol and drug use. Whether attending voluntarily or by requirement, it offers a respectful, nonjudgmental approach to understanding behavior and creating change. Through self-reflection and discussion, you'll explore values, risk factors, and how substances affect your brain and body. The program provides tools to reduce risk and align with goals. Prime For Life is about informed decisions that support your health and future. Used by courts, schools, and treatment centers, it's ideal for those seeking insight, education, or support for lasting change.
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Hosted by Tamra L Rigdon
Licensed Social Worker, LSW, LAC
Group meets in Anderson, IN 46016
I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and the impact of a loved one's substance use.
Prime For Life is a research-based, motivational program helping individuals reduce high-risk choices related to alcohol and drug use. Whether attending voluntarily or by requirement, it offers a respectful, nonjudgmental approach to understanding behavior and creating change. Through self-reflection and discussion, you'll explore values, risk factors, and how substances affect your brain and body. The program provides tools to reduce risk and align with goals. Prime For Life is about informed decisions that support your health and future. Used by courts, schools, and treatment centers, it's ideal for those seeking insight, education, or support for lasting change.
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This group is for people who struggle with compulsively over-eating whether that is episodic binge-eating, eating too much at every or most meals, or late-night snacking that one struggles to stop. In this group, you will take time to notice your tendencies, explore the roots of these tendencies and learn tools to change your compulsive eating behaviors. This is an 8-week group that starts every other month.
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Hosted by Dr. Amber Welsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Group meets in Westfield, IN 46074
This group is for people who struggle with compulsively over-eating whether that is episodic binge-eating, eating too much at every or most meals, or late-night snacking that one struggles to stop. In this group, you will take time to notice your tendencies, explore the roots of these tendencies and learn tools to change your compulsive eating behaviors. This is an 8-week group that starts every other month.
(317) 747-3695 View (317) 747-3695
With a licensed therapist's help, men are guided to honest, shame-reducing conversations about sexual addiction, pornography, gambling, alcohol, and chemical dependency. Men are encouraged to replace secrecy with accountability, self-hatred with responsibility, and hope. We address healing from infidelity—whether they were unfaithful or were betrayed—focusing on truth-telling, boundaries, repentance, grief, and rebuilding trust over time. Men are invited to talk about anger, fear, loneliness, shame, longing, and desire without judgment. Practical tools are offered combined with simple weekly action steps for real-world change. Every man’s story is honored and respected.
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Hosted by Paul Runyan
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MSEd
Group meets in Carmel, IN 46032
I help men, couples, and families work through addiction, sex addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles.
With a licensed therapist's help, men are guided to honest, shame-reducing conversations about sexual addiction, pornography, gambling, alcohol, and chemical dependency. Men are encouraged to replace secrecy with accountability, self-hatred with responsibility, and hope. We address healing from infidelity—whether they were unfaithful or were betrayed—focusing on truth-telling, boundaries, repentance, grief, and rebuilding trust over time. Men are invited to talk about anger, fear, loneliness, shame, longing, and desire without judgment. Practical tools are offered combined with simple weekly action steps for real-world change. Every man’s story is honored and respected.
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This psychodynamic and attachment research based group is for people who are struggling with active addictions as well as people who wish to explore in what ways their reliance on and use of certain substances or behavior patterns is harmful to them and their relationships. It is meant to help people develop healthier and richer connections with others while exploring the meanings and consequences of their relationships with substances and processes. The group meets every Monday, 6 pm - 7:30 pm. Fee is $60/session. Call Bernie Lyon for information or to schedule an interview for admission to the group.
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Hosted by K. Brynolf Lyon
Counselor, PhD, CGP, NCC, LMHC
Group meets in Indianapolis, IN 46220
This psychodynamic and attachment research based group is for people who are struggling with active addictions as well as people who wish to explore in what ways their reliance on and use of certain substances or behavior patterns is harmful to them and their relationships. It is meant to help people develop healthier and richer connections with others while exploring the meanings and consequences of their relationships with substances and processes. The group meets every Monday, 6 pm - 7:30 pm. Fee is $60/session. Call Bernie Lyon for information or to schedule an interview for admission to the group.
(317) 300-5220 View (317) 300-5220
***Transcending Path Psychotherapy provides DOT-approved substance abuse evaluations for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and United States Coast Guard. We provide professional evaluation services from Monday to Saturday. We can help you to start the process of returning to work. We have flexible schedules so give us a call to schedule your appointment at 317-207-7010.
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Hosted by Amdaway Ibrahim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Indianapolis, IN 46216
***Transcending Path Psychotherapy provides DOT-approved substance abuse evaluations for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and United States Coast Guard. We provide professional evaluation services from Monday to Saturday. We can help you to start the process of returning to work. We have flexible schedules so give us a call to schedule your appointment at 317-207-7010.
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At Healing Journeys Center, our providers share a commitment to creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and safe to grow. We believe that healing begins in relationship—through curiosity, compassion, and the courage to tell the truth. Each of us brings unique training and experience, but what unites us is a shared belief in the power of connection. Whether in a quiet one-on-one session or speaking to a room full of people, our goal is always the same: to help others reconnect with what’s already whole inside them.
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Hosted by Healing Journeys Center LLC
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP, LCAC
Group meets in Fishers, IN 46037
At Healing Journeys Center, our providers share a commitment to creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and safe to grow. We believe that healing begins in relationship—through curiosity, compassion, and the courage to tell the truth. Each of us brings unique training and experience, but what unites us is a shared belief in the power of connection. Whether in a quiet one-on-one session or speaking to a room full of people, our goal is always the same: to help others reconnect with what’s already whole inside them.
(317) 542-3856 View (317) 542-3856
Eight week addiction counseling program. Individuals gain the skills and support to manage cravings and thrive in a changing today. Certificate of Achievement given at the end of the program.
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Hosted by Kyra E Contreras
Verified Verified
Group meets in Indianapolis, IN 46256
I combine empathy with neuroscience to overcome the addiction, survive the guilt, gaslighting, manipulation, favoritism, financial control, emotional abuse, or spiritual bypassing.
Eight week addiction counseling program. Individuals gain the skills and support to manage cravings and thrive in a changing today. Certificate of Achievement given at the end of the program.
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This group meets online to support any man struggling with addictive or self-medicating behaviors during this isolating time. All forms of self-medicating welcome such as: pornography, sex, drugs/ alcohol, food, video games, work, gambling and relationships. This is a group of 8-10 men that learn tools to more effectively maintain healthy long-term sobriety. The group is actively engaged in each other's lives outside of group time throughout the week via text/phone. The opposite of addiction is not sobriety; It's connection!
Photo of Chris Chandler, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, CSAT-S
Hosted by Chris Chandler
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, CSAT-S
Group meets in South Bend, IN 46637
I have worked full time in the field since 2004 and have been a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist since 2013.
This group meets online to support any man struggling with addictive or self-medicating behaviors during this isolating time. All forms of self-medicating welcome such as: pornography, sex, drugs/ alcohol, food, video games, work, gambling and relationships. This is a group of 8-10 men that learn tools to more effectively maintain healthy long-term sobriety. The group is actively engaged in each other's lives outside of group time throughout the week via text/phone. The opposite of addiction is not sobriety; It's connection!
(574) 766-6902 View (574) 766-6902
A group of therapists and Clinical Social Working working in individual or group settings counseling adults, children, and families.
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Hosted by Steven D Bright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in South Bend, IN 46601
A group of therapists and Clinical Social Working working in individual or group settings counseling adults, children, and families.
(574) 498-8090 View (574) 498-8090
We provide teletherapy services to individuals throughout the entire state of Indiana, offering evidence-based education, accountability, and structured homework to address sexually harmful behaviors. For clients located in Indianapolis and its surrounding areas, We also offer in-person therapy sessions. Treatment plans may include individual and family therapy to support lasting behavioral change. Additionally, we facilitate both online and in-person group sessions, including a quarterly class focused on education and safe family reunification
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Hosted by Trinity Consulting & Counseling
Counselor, MS, MBA, LMHC, CSAYC, EMDR
Group meets in Indianapolis, IN 46220
We provide teletherapy services to individuals throughout the entire state of Indiana, offering evidence-based education, accountability, and structured homework to address sexually harmful behaviors. For clients located in Indianapolis and its surrounding areas, We also offer in-person therapy sessions. Treatment plans may include individual and family therapy to support lasting behavioral change. Additionally, we facilitate both online and in-person group sessions, including a quarterly class focused on education and safe family reunification
(317) 434-3645 View (317) 434-3645
This group is designed for men in recovery that need a clinically guided space to navigate the many obstacles that can derail recovery. We will strengthen and ehance the tools you already have developed to achieve sustained recovery. This program will take you to the next step of recovery once you have built an initial foundation of sobriety. Meetings will take place every other Tuesday 7-8:30pm and every other Wednesday 7-8:30pm starting Wednesday February 15th, 2023. Register at www.dobsoncounseling.com
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Hosted by Brad Dobson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMHC, LCAC
Group meets in Fortville, IN 46040
This group is designed for men in recovery that need a clinically guided space to navigate the many obstacles that can derail recovery. We will strengthen and ehance the tools you already have developed to achieve sustained recovery. This program will take you to the next step of recovery once you have built an initial foundation of sobriety. Meetings will take place every other Tuesday 7-8:30pm and every other Wednesday 7-8:30pm starting Wednesday February 15th, 2023. Register at www.dobsoncounseling.com
(317) 586-4050 View (317) 586-4050
Group for adolescent males, ages 13 - 18, addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, and substance use.
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Hosted by Andrew Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Carmel, IN 46032
Group for adolescent males, ages 13 - 18, addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, and substance use.
(805) 919-8613 View (805) 919-8613

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Addiction Support Groups
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.