16 Steps of Empowerment

Offers support for a wide variety of quality of life issues, such as addiction, codependency, abuse, empowerment, etc. The 16 Steps focus on a positive approach to help members.

16 Steps of Empowerment, 362 N. Cleveland Ave., Suite 1, St. Paul, MN 55104. Call (612) 645-5782; FAX: (608) 249-9341.
mailto:empower16@aol.com

http://members.aol.com/empower16/steps.htm

Gam-Anon Family Groups

12-step fellowship for men and women who are husbands, wives, relatives or close friends of compulsive gamblers who have been affected by the gambling problem. Purpose is to learn acceptance and understanding of the gambling illness, and to use the program to rebuild lives, and give assistance to those who suffer.
Gam-Anon, P.O Box 157, Whitestone, NY 11357. Call (718) 352-1671 (Tues. and Thurs., 9am-5pm); FAX: (718) 746-2571.

Gamblers Anonymous

Fellowship of men and women who share experiences, strength and hope with each other to recover from compulsive gambling, following a 12-step program.

G.A., P.O. Box 17173, Los Angeles, CA 90017. Call (213) 386-8789; FAX: (213) 386-0030.
mailto:isomain@gamblersanonymous.org

http://www.gamblersanonymous.org

International Nurses Anonymous

International network. Founded 1988. Fellowship of RNs, LPNs and nursing students who are in recovery from chemical dependency, co-dependency, or involved in any 12-step program.
INA, c/o Pat Green, 1020 Sunset Dr., Lawrence, KS 66044. Call (913) 842-3893.
mailto:Patlreen@aol.com

Overcomers in Christ

Recovery program that deals with every aspect of addiction and dysfunction (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional and social). Uses Overcomers Goals which are Christ-centered.

Overcomers in Christ, P.O. Box 34460 Omaha, NE 68134-04604. Call (402) 573-0966; FAX: (402) 573-0960.
mailto:overcomers@novia.net

Overcomers Outreach, Inc.

Christ-centered 12-step support group for persons with any compulsive behaviors, their families and friends. Uses the 12-steps of A.A. and applies them to the Scriptures. Uses Jesus Christ as "higher power."
Overcomers Outreach, 520 N. Brookhurst, Suite 121, Anaheim, CA 92801. Call (714) 491-3000 or (800) 310-3001; FAX: (714) 491-3004.
mailto:info@oo.sheperd.com

Psychologists Helping Psychologists

For doctoral-level psychologists or students who've had a personal experience with alcohol or drugs. Aim is to support each other in recovery and help others to recover. Tries to educate psychology community.
Psychologists Helping Psychologists, 3484 S. Utah St., Arlington, VA 22206-1921. Call Ann Stone (703) 578-1644 or Martha Dugan (914) 887-4043; FAX: (703) 243-7125.
mailto:AnnS@Erols.com

Rational Recovery Systems

Helps persons achieve recovery from substance abuse and weight problems through self-reliance and self-help groups. Planned abstinence based on Addictive Voice Recognition Technique.
Rational Recovery Systems, P.O. Box 800, Lotus, CA 95651. Call (916) 621-4374 or (800) 303-2873; FAX: (916) 622-4296.
http://rational.org/recovery/

mailto:rrsn@rational.org

SMART Recovery Self-Help Network (Self-Management And Recovery Training)

Network of self-help groups for individuals wanting to gain their independence from addictive and compulsive behaviors. SMART is an abstinence program based on cognitive-behavioral principles, especially those of rational-emotive-behavior therapy.
SMART, 24000 Mercantile Rd., Suite 11, Beachwood, OH 44122. Call (216) 292-0220 (day); FAX: (216) 831-3776.
mailto:srmail1@aol.com

http://www.smartrecovery.org