Substance Use & Addiction Support
A curated list of support groups and recovery resources in Seattle and Western Washington. The list includes 12-step programs, non-12-step alternatives, substance-specific groups, gambling support, peer community spaces, and crisis helplines.
Most of these resources are free and open to anyone. Clinician-led groups are listed in their own category and may have associated costs.
Crisis Helplines
- SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357, free, confidential, 24/7, English and Spanish
- Washington Recovery Help Line: 1-866-789-1511, state-funded SUD assessment and referral
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-697-3738, call, text, or chat, 24/7
- ECPG Gambling Helpline (WA): 1-800-547-6133, 24/7, no eligibility restrictions for WA residents
Support Groups & Recovery Resources
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12-step programs
(5)1,646 meetings/week across 397 locations. Hotline: (206) 587-2838. Office: 5507 6th Ave S, Seattle WA 98108. Spanish, Native American, and LGBTQ+ meetings available.
Broader WA state coverage. Searchable meeting directory. No dues or fees.
Covers Bellevue and Eastside. Hotline: (425) 454-9192.
South Snohomish and North King counties. Hotline: (425) 672-0987.
WA-specific schedule at codawa.org/schedules.htm. National site: coda.org.
Non-12-step alternatives
(6)Non-12-step, evidence-based (CBT/REBT). MAT-friendly. Seattle: 8498 Seaview Pl NW (Mon 5-6 PM) and 4202 6th Ave S SODO (Mon 10 AM). Shoreline: 17018 15th Ave NE. Multiple online meetings.
Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N Suite 347, Seattle. First Thursday monthly, 12:00-1:30 PM. Contact: Jessie Brooks-Janzen (206) 717-8536.
Buddhist-inspired, non-theistic. Seattle meetings: Recovery Cafe (Sun 1 PM), All Pilgrims Church (Wed 8 PM), University Congregational UCC (Thu 7 PM). WA site: refugerecoverywashington.org.
Buddhist-informed and secular. 200+ online meetings at recoverydharma.online. Meditation and peer sharing. No dues or fees.
Non-12-step, non-religious, self-empowerment model. National site: lifering.org.
CAUTION: multiple sources describe SOS in past tense. No active WA meetings confirmed as of 2026. Organization may be defunct or dormant. Verify before referring.
Identity-affinity programs
(4)95+ online meetings/week via Zoom at wfsonline.org. LGBTQ+ inclusive. No confirmed WA in-person locations as of 2026.
Program of Peer Washington (peerwa.org). Peer coaching, support groups, employment, housing. Phone: (206) 322-2437.
2022 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98121. Tue-Sat 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Phone: (206) 374-8731. Peer coaches on-site. Also hosts Refuge Recovery Sundays 1 PM.
4202 6th Ave S, Seattle WA 98108. Community-based peer support. Also hosts SMART Recovery Mondays 10 AM.
Substance-specific groups
(7)24/7 helpline: (206) 790-8888. Zoom meetings available. Multiple locations throughout Seattle.
Covers Auburn, Kent, Renton, Federal Way. Hotline: (253) 872-3494.
Global virtual meeting finder. Search by language, day, or time.
24-hour hotline: (425) 244-1150. Annual WA state convention. No dues or fees.
Seattle meetings near 98112 zip and at Gay City. Full directory at crystalmeth.org/meetings/.
WA site: hawaarea.org. One Seattle in-person meeting: 300 NW 85th St #200, Seattle WA 98117 (10 PM). Virtual meetings also available.
Hotline: (206) 414-9270. In-person locations in Seattle, Bothell, Everett, Lynnwood, Kirkland. Zoom and phone options available.
Gambling resources
(5)3 in-person Seattle meetings at 7:30 PM. Zoom ID: 512189313 at 7:00 PM. Dial-in: (253) 215-8782. No dues or fees.
National virtual and telephone meeting finder. Hotline: (855) 222-5542.
For spouses and family members of compulsive gamblers. Often co-located with GA meetings.
Moderated online forums and chat for gambling support. Migrating to Evive platform in 2026 (getevive.com/gamtalk). Verify current access before referring.
Mobile app, video courses, forums, community of 3,400+ members. Available 24/7.
Helplines and referral lines
(4)24/7 helpline: 1-800-547-6133. Referrals to free/low-cost treatment, GA meetings, and peer support. No eligibility restrictions for WA residents.
State-funded SUD assessment and referral. Call: 1-866-789-1511. Links to DSHS programs and WA Healthplanfinder.
Free, confidential, 24/7, English and Spanish. Call: 1-800-662-4357 (1-800-662-HELP). Links to treatment locator.
Call, text, or chat: 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). Available 24/7 in all 50 states.
Clinician-led groups Paid
(4)Clinician-facilitated (LCSW). Thursdays 6:00-7:30 PM. Mindfulness-based. Verify current availability on Psychology Today directory.
Evidence-based group for trauma and substance use. Find via Psychology Today Seattle groups. Contact provider for insurance and fees.
Covers alcohol, drugs, gambling, and compulsive behaviors. Group size limited to 8-10. Find via Psychology Today Seattle groups.
One hour per session; all stages welcome. Last Tuesday of the month open to family/friends. Call (206) 800-7633.
Data compiled April 2026. Availability and details may change. Verify directly with each organization before referring patients. This list is not exhaustive and does not constitute a clinical referral or endorsement.
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