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Northpoint Seattle’s outpatient treatment program is located in beautiful Seattle, Washington, and we work to help the surrounding communities.
- Seattle
2111 N Northgate Way Suite 101,
Seattle, WA 98133, United States
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Addiction Recovery Resources in Seattle, WA to Help You Kick the Habit for Good
Drug and alcohol addiction recovery resources are readily available for anyone in Seattle, Washington. Some people prefer to attend treatment in person, whereas others prefer online options for rehab. Either way, we want people to know that help is available for them when they are ready to take the first step and work on recovering.
The Need for Addiction Treatment in Seattle, WA
The National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicates that close to 10% of people who need addiction treatment never get it. Their reason? They simply did not know where to go, or who to turn to for help.
There are other barriers to treatment as well. More than 37% of people do not move forward with treatment because they do not have health insurance or cannot afford treatment. 8% of people lack transportation to get to rehab or their schedule conflicts with their appointment times.
In 2017, 379 King County residents died because of drug and alcohol abuse. That number was an increase from 2016, when there were 348 deaths. Drugs like opioids, methamphetamine and of course, alcohol, are highly abused in this part of Washington State. So many people need treatment, and we want to help them learn where to get it.
Alcohol and Drug Rehab In Seattle, Washington
When you’re ready to live a life of sobriety, it’s going to take hard work, focus, and help. Going into addiction treatment will increase your chances of success. Drug and alcohol detox and rehab offers you support throughout the process. You’ll have to decide what kind of program will work best for your lifestyle. A highly structured program has been found to be the most effective. There are inpatient and outpatient programs you can choose from.
There are close to 20 different addiction treatment programs available in Seattle. This includes both inpatient and outpatient options. Before making a decision, consider what your personal preference is on addiction treatment. Do you think you can avoid triggers in day to day life while going through the beginning stages of addiction recovery? How much money and time you are able to give to recovery is also something to think about.
We have two locations near Seattle. Northpoint Seattle has outpatient treatment facilities in both Northgate and Bellevue. Our programs offer high quality treatments that are similar to what you’ll experience at an inpatient program. Our alcohol and drug rehab programs will address your addiction and help you understand the underlying causes.
Intensive outpatient programs allow you to stay at home while you’re getting treatment. You’ll attend a facility daily and get essential therapy that’s been proven effective in addiction treatment. You can still go to work and tend to your obligations.
If you have decided to go into a residential alcohol or drug rehab program, Northpoint has a location in Bellevue, Seattle. Our inpatient programs last for a few weeks and often begin with detox with an integration into rehabilitation.
While it may be a fairly new development, it is possible for people to attend drug and alcohol rehab online. Today’s technological advances have allowed people to get the treatment they need right from the comfort of their own homes.
Going to rehab online means having virtual meetings with a therapist and possibly even attending group therapy meetings as well. This is a convenient way for people to recover, and it has meant that many more people get the services they need.
Drug and Alcohol Detox in Seattle
Detox is the process of ridding the body of the substance you’ve become dependent on. No matter what substance it is, there are usually withdrawal symptoms. Flu-like symptoms are common and it may be hard to sleep. In the case of a heavy drinker, there may be a greater concern with withdrawal symptoms.
There are drug detox programs that allow you to safely and comfortably get through this phase of addiction recovery. The process usually takes about seven days, during which time, you’ll be monitored and cared for. If necessary, you may be put on medical detox. Otherwise, there are holistic measures to help you through.
Drug detoxification is the process through which the body rids itself of the drug it’s addicted to. Drug detox programs in Spokane and elsewhere focus on doing this in a safe and controlled way to avoid the unpleasant and often dangerous symptoms of withdrawal.
Until your body has detoxed from drugs, your chances of recovery aren’t likely. Before entering an alcohol rehab or drug treatment program, you should have the substance out of your system completely. you’ll likely be unable to recover It will be too challenging to focus on the psychological reasons for your addiction when you’re still physically fighting withdrawal symptoms. Your body will continue to crave the drug, and you can experience many health problems related to withdrawal.
Often, people wonder if it’s possible to detox from drugs at home or on your own.
Sometimes people seek out what they believe is the “easy” way out of addiction. This leads them to try one day detox programs or even at home detoxification programs. If you do an online search you can find lots of information about topics like home remedies for opiate withdrawal. Drug detox kits and cleanses sound like they might be the answer to your problems.
However, you need to know that they carry risks. They’re also not usually effective at all.
As of right now, the FDA has not approved a single product for at-home detox purposes. These products may make grand promises, but none of them hold up. Even if they’re available at the pharmacy, you’re better off sticking with professional withdrawal treatments. These have been approved and proven to be effective, both in the short and in the long-term.
Your safest option - and that most likely to lead to a successful recovery - is a professional detox program.
Symptoms of drug withdrawal can include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Getting extremely sweaty
- Feeling nervous or anxious
- Developing the shakes or tremors
- Having severe stomach pain or cramps
- Feeling depressed
- Having extreme cravings
- Becoming angry or easily irritated
How Much is Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Seattle?
Addiction treatment can range in price based on the amenities, what type of program it is, and what quality of service they provide. There is also the matter of insurance, which may cover some or all of your costs. If you have no insurance and wanted to do inpatient rehab, it could cost you up to $20,000. You’ll pay less for outpatient programs however and you won’t have to factor loss of wages into your recovery costs.
We at Northpoint Seattle have quite a few insurance companies we work with so you have the option to get high quality treatment for less:
- Harvard Pilgrim
- United Healthcare
- Humana
- Aetna
- Multiplan
- Optum
- Amerihealth
- Cigna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Tufts Health Plan
- Oxford Health Plans
If your company isn’t part of this list, verify your insurance with us.
Anyone who does not have health insurance should visit HealthCare.gov to get more information about policies in their state. This website is filled with great information, and it can walk people through what they need to do to get insurance as soon as possible.
But there are some people who cannot afford health insurance. That can make it hard for them to get the addiction treatment services they need. There are other ways for them to cover the costs associated with rehab, such as:
- They may want to consider starting an online crowdfunding campaign to help them raise the money.
- They may want to charge the cost of treatment to a credit card.
- They may want to take out a personal loan to help cover the costs.
- They can borrow the money from a relative.
- They can talk with someone at their local community center to get information about possible scholarships.
Also, SAMHSA provides grant money each year for those who are interested in going to rehab but cannot afford it. Please note that at Northpoint Seattle, we also accept Cobra for anyone who has been laid off or furloughed.
King County State-Funded Community Resources for Addiction Recovery
Getting help for your addiction doesn’t have to be expensive. Most people don’t realize that they have some great, free recovery help available to them. There are several different options for free and low-cost alcohol and drug rehab programs for addiction near you.
There are a variety of public assistance services that King County, Seattle, and Washington state offer for citizens struggling with a substance use disorder. These services may include drug and alcohol detox and rehabilitation via referral to clinics like Northpoint Seattle.
They may also cover additional services such as:
- Assessment
- Brief Intervention & Referral to Treatment
- Opiate Substitution Treatment Services
- Case Management
- Intake Evaluation
- Medication Management
- Crisis Services
- Peer Support
- Family Treatment
These services may be covered by Medicaid through Apple Health or Behavioral Health Organizations (BHOs). This allows for greater access to life-changing treatment programs that may have otherwise been far out of an individual's reach.
For more information on substance use treatment services offered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), have a look at their information guide which covers how to apply, a list of providers, FAQs and more.
Additional Programs for Addiction Recovery Help
There are also a number of other miscellaneous programs in Seattle. They are aimed at helping those suffering from addiction the chance to recover and seek treatment for their substance use disorder.
The Dutch Shisler Sobering Support Center
- This support center provides a safe location for sleeping off the effects of intoxication while also offering a variety of social services like screening for medical problems, case management, and help in getting treatment for addiction.
- Phone: (206) 477-6363
- Address: 1930 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Emergency Service Patrol (ESP)
- This 24/7 service aims to assist and protect intoxicated individuals in the downtown Seattle area. They receive notifications directly from the 9-1-1 emergency system and seek out the individual in need. Drivers often bring them to a helping agency like the Dutch Shisler center to recover and seek treatment if they need it.
- Phone: (206) 477-6161
Seattle & King County Needle Exchange Program
- The Seattle needle exchange is a public program designed to reduce the spread of blood borne pathogens and highly infectious diseases like HIV and hepatitis among intravenous drug users. Such programs have been instrumental in curbing the spread of these diseases while offering treatment referrals as well.
- Phone: (206) 263-2000
- Locations
- Downtown Seattle - 2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
- Capitol Hill, Seattle - 1161 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
- Hepatitis Education Project - 1621 S. Jackson St. Suite 201 Seattle WA 98144
- University District (Table in alley behind Post Office) - NE 43rd & Univ. Way NE. Seattle, WA 98105
Legal Resources for Addiction
You may be looking for addiction treatment, and not support group meetings. That might be the right course of action for you at this time. If it is, you should know that you have a lot of addiction treatment options available to you. You just need to know what those options are.
Unfortunately, substance abuse is inextricably connected with crime. Whether it's losing your sense of judgement from a night of too much drinking or simply using an illicit substance at all, addiction can quite easily lead you into handcuffs in the blink of an eye.
However, for offenders with drug related crimes, King County offers two special courts that can help reduce your sentencing in exchange for your commitment to seek treatment and adhere to the rules of the program.
Juveniles
For juveniles convicted of a drug-related crime, the Juvenile Drug Court program involves treatment, frequent testing, and numerous court hearings before a judge, sometimes as often as once a week. Upon completion of the program, the charges are ultimately dismissed. Eligibility and referral to the program can be determined by the individual's probation counselor or attorney.
Adults
For adults convicted of a drug-related crime, the King County Adult Drug Diversion Court (KCDDC) program provides similar benefits. Upon graduating from the intensive and lengthy (minimum 12 months) program, charges against the individual may be dismissed entirely.
Counseling Help for Addiction
Getting to the root of your addiction is absolutely essential when it comes to full recovery. In addition to the counseling services through the Northpoint Seattle Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), there are a number of other professional counselors in the Seattle area that specialize in addiction in particular.
AA Meetings in Seattle
The most easily recognizable 12-step program today, Alcoholics Anonymous has a long and proven history of helping addicts overcome their cravings, develop healthy coping strategies, and find ways to deal with their addiction without having to turn back to the bottle.
There are no dues, no fees, and no requirements at all other than a desire to stop drinking for good. Men and women are both welcome to join and, just like addiction, AA doesn't discriminate based on religion, gender, age, economic background, or any other factor of identity.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an alcohol addiction, there are an enormous number of daily AA meetings (sometimes hundreds) happening all across Seattle at almost any time of day.
You can find one near you using the Greater Seattle Intergroup Alcoholics Anonymous meeting directory. This search function also allows you to filter the results by specialty (Men only, Women only, Gay/lesbian supported meeting, Young peoples meeting), environmental factors like concurrent Al-Anon or Alateen meetings and childcare, or by accessibility options.
List of Seattle, WA AA Meetings
There are several AA meetings in the Seattle, Washington area. You can find several of them listed below.
Grupo La Esperanza
8am
2040 Westlake Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
This is a Spanish speaking meeting. The meeting is open and 5th Ave. is the closest cross street.
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Abigail's Ghost Group
8am
Denny Park Youth Center
210 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and handicap accessible. John St. is the closest cross street.
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Belltown AM Group
9am
Uptown Espresso
2504 4th Ave.
Seattle, WA
Wall St. is the closest cross street. This meeting is open.
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Sun of Madison Group
1pm
Madison Park Bath House
1900 43rd Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and the location is handicap accessible. E. Madison St. is the closest cross street.
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Fine Print Group
6:30pm
Mt. Maker Park Presbyterian Church
3201 Hunter Blvd. St.
Seattle, WA
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Charter Denny Park Group
6:30am
Denny Park Lutheran Church
766 John St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is closed. Denny Ave. N. is the closest cross street.
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On the Waterfront Group
7am
Center for Wooden Boats
1010 Valley St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and the location is handicap accessible. Terry Ave. N. is the closest cross street.
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Downtown Noon Group
12pm
Greater Seattle YMCA
909 4th Ave.
Seattle, WA
The meeting takes place in rooms 120-121. This meeting is closed. Marion St. is the closest cross street.
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Sober on the Streets Group
2pm
Matt Talbot - New Hope Center
2313 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open. The location is handicap accessible. Battery St. is the closest cross street.
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Ship Canal Group
7pm
First Free Methodist Church
3200 3rd Ave. W.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and it takes place in the Glen Room. W. Dravus St. is the closest cross street.
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As Bill Sees it Group
10am
23rd & Cherry Fellowship Hall
2701 E. Cherry St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is closed and it is for women only. 27th Ave. is the closest cross street.
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Wings Group
12pm
Seattle University
E. James Way
Seattle, WA
This meeting is held in the Student Center in room 122. The meeting is closed and 11th Ave. is the closest cross street. The location is handicap accessible.
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Joe J.'s Nooners Group
12pm
Plymouth Congregational Church
1217 6th Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting takes place in room 322. University St. is the closest cross street. It is an open meeting and the location is handicap accessible.
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Stop the Madness Group
4pm
Recovery Café
2022 Boren Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and the location is wheelchair accessible. Denny Way is the closest cross street.
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Surrender at 7 Women's Group
7pm
Queen Anne Presbyterian Church
414 W. Howe St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is for women only. It is an open meeting and the location is handicap accessible. 5th Ave. W. is the nearest cross street.
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Charter Denny Park Group
6:30am
Denny Park Lutheran Church
766 John St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is closed. There is an Al-Anon meeting happening at the same time. Denny Ave. N. is the closest cross street.
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Roanokie Exit Group
7am
Roanoke House
2601 Broadway E.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open. E. Roanoke St. is the closest cross street.
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Lounge Lizards No More Group
12pm
Harborview Mental Health Services
410 Broad Way
This meeting is open and the location is handicap accessible. It is held in room PS-1055. Terrace St. is the closest cross street.
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Plymouth Abused Women in Recovery Group
5pm
David Colwell Building
111 Yale Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is for women only. Denny Way is the closest cross street. This meeting is open.
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Pike Place Pig Group
7pm
Pike Market Senior Center
85 Pike St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and it takes place in Suite 200. 1st Ave. is the closest cross street.
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Belltown AM Group
7am
Street Bean Espresso
2702 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and the location is handicap accessible. Cedar St. is the closest cross street.
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Safe and Sober Group
12pm
Dunshee House
303 17th Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is gay/lesbian supported. It is open and the location is handicap accessible. E. Thomas St. is the closest cross street.
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Downtown Lunch Group
12pm
Seattle First Presbyterian Church
1013 8th Ave
Seattle, WA
The meeting takes place in the Annex. It is a closed meeting and Madison St. is the closest cross street.
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Oasis Group
12:10pm
Gethsemene Lutheran Church
9th Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open and the location is handicap accessible.
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Willanola (Traveling Together) Group
5pm
All Saints Church
1716 2nd Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open. Blaine St. is the closest cross street.
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Recovery at Noon Group
12pm
The Josephinum
1902 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA
The meeting takes place in the Christ Our Hope Conference Room. It is an open meeting and the location is wheelchair accessible. Stewart St. is the nearest cross street.
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9th Avenue Irregulars Group
6:30pm
Harborview Medical Center
325 9th Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is held on the 3rd floor west, in room 109. Alder St. is the closest cross street. The meeting is open and the location is wheelchair accessible.
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Native American Group
7pm
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
6020 Beacon Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open. S. Spencer St. is the closest cross street.
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Compass to Recovery Group
7pm
Compass Center Men's Shelter
210 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA
This meeting is closed and it is for men only. The location is wheelchair accessible.
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RIP in the CD Group
7pm
Unity on Union Bookstore
2420 E. Union St.
Seattle, WA
The closest cross street is 25th Ave. This meeting is closed.
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Saturday Promises Group
9am
Park Shore Retirement Community
1630 43rd Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
The meeting is held on the C Level. This is a closed meeting for women only. It is fragrance-free. The meeting is handicap accessible.
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The Full Monty Group
10:30am
Queen Anne Presbyterian Church
414 W. Howe St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is for men only. 5th Ave. W. is the closest cross street.
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Hard in the Paint Group
12pm
Bedlam Café
2231 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is closed. Bell St. is the closest cross street.
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Feelings Group
12pm
St. Joseph's Church
732 18th Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is gay/lesbian supported. E. Aloha St. is the closest cross street. The meeting is handicap accessible.
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A Way Out Group
7:30pm
First Covenant Church
400 E. Pike St.
Seattle, WA
This meeting is open. Bellevue Ave. is the closest cross street.
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Seattle NA Meetings
Narcotics Anonymous in many people's minds is simply the illicit substance arm of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, the truth is that the Narcotics Anonymous approach makes no distinction between drugs and alcohol. Rather, it simply widens the scope to include other substances such as illegal stimulants, opioids, and other harmful compounds.
As a result of this expanded scope, NA meetings allow its members to concentrate on the disease of addiction in general instead of the effects of one substance use disorder in particular. Beyond that, NA's message is also "broad enough to attract addicts form any social class or nationality," so you can be sure you'll fit in.
This 12-step program also follows many of the same core beliefs of AA including a focus on the healing abilities of a higher power, the benefits of a group atmosphere with peers in similar situations, and the necessity of living a healthy, sober life.
Like Alcoholics Anonymous, Seattle is home to numerous NA meetings each and every day in nearly any part of the city. If you or someone you know is struggling from an addiction of any kind, have a look at their extensive list of daily meetings.
Many are completely open to the public but there are also options available only for addicts, just men or women, and some even offer childcare. The range of meeting times is also quite extensive, stretching from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM in multiple locations.
You can also contact the Seattle chapter of Narcotics anonymous at:
- Phone: (855) 464-7477 or (206) 790-8888
- Mailing Address: P.O Box 70404 Seattle, WA 98127
Narcotics Anonymous of the Seattle Area has several NA meetings that people can attend online. There are several different options that should make it easy to fit one into anyone’s schedule.
In addition, the Narcotics Anonymous website has a long list of online NA meetings for people to choose from. With so many options, it should be simple to find the best one.
Local NA Meetings in Seattle, Washington State
It's not difficult to find NA meetings in Seattle. There are so many for you to choose from. If you're not comfortable with one on this list, feel free to choose a different meeting. What's most important is for you to get the help you need.
Cherry Fellowship Hall
10am
2701 E. Cherry St.
Seattle, WA
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Dunshee House
12pm
303 17th Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
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Twin Bridges
7pm
1733 Belmont Ave.
Seattle, WA
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St. John's Lutheran Church
7pm
5515 Phinny Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
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Vineyard Christian Fellowship
8pm
4142 Brooklyn Ave. NE
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
12pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Central Lutheran Church
7pm
1710 11th Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Consejo Counseling & Referral
7:00
3808 South Angeline St.
Seattle, WA
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2112 Club
8pm
2112 South Holgate St.
Seattle, WA
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Dunshee House
1:30pm
303 17th Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
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Capital Hill Presbyterian Church
6pm
1729 Harvard Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Rainier Valley Community Center
7:15pm
4600 38th Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
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Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
8pm
1020 4th Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
8pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Uptown Neighborhood Center, Space Needle Room
7am
157 Roy St.
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
12pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Matt Talbot Center
12:15pm
2313 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Recovery Café
7pm
2022 Boren Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Swedish Medical Center-Ballard
7:30pm
5300 Tallman NW
Ballard, WA
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University Baptist Church
8pm
4554 12th Ave. NE
Seattle, WA
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All Pilgrims Church
7am
500 Broadway Ave. E.
Seattle, WA
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Uptown Neighborhood Center, Space Needle Room
7am
157 Roy St.
Seattle, WA
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United Methodist Church
1:30pm
424 Columbia St.
Seattle, WA
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Admiral Congregational Church
7pm
4320 Southwest Hill
Seattle, WA
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Saint John's Lutheran Church
7pm
5515 Phinney Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
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Jefferson Terrace Apartments
7:30pm
800 Jefferson St.
Seattle, WA
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Capital Hill Presbyterian Church
8pm
1729 Harvard Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Uptown Neighborhood Center, Space Needle Room
7am
157 Roy St.
Seattle, WA
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Recovery Café
7pm
2301 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
7:25pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Capital Hill Presbyterian Church
8pm
1729 Harvard Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Cherry Fellowship Hall
8pm
2701 E. Cherry St.
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
11:59pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Recovery Café
10am
2301 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Admiral Congregational Church
7pm
4320 Southwest Hill
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
7pm
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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Youth Services
8pm
606 Maynard Ave. S. Suite 108
Seattle, WA
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Matt Talbot Center
8pm
2313 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA
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Fremont Baptist Church
11:59
717 North 36th St.
Seattle, WA
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The Greater Seattle Intergroup has several online options for AA meetings in the Seattle area. These meetings are taking place every day of the week at various times. They can be a great alternative for those who need a way to attend AA virtually.
The Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous also has several options for AA meetings online. Many of their meetings use either Skype or Zoom.
Alateen & Al-Anon Meetings in Seattle
Gleaning most of its values and lessons from other powerful 12-step programs like AA and NA, Al-Anon is a group that focuses on the pain and difficulties that addiction can have on the family as a unit rather than the addicted individual themselves.
Similar to other anonymous recovery meetings, Al-Anon allows family members worried about their loved ones' drinking problems to come together, support one another, and share their lessons, insights, and advice with those in a similar situation. These meetings also serve as educational sessions whereby members can learn how to cope with their unique problems and get their loved ones the help they need.
Alateen, a part of the Al-Anon Family groups, is geared specifically towards teenagers with an alcoholic family member. Given the significant life changes happening during this age range, members of Alateen are usually experiencing a number of specific problems that require extra attention.
The Greater Seattle Al-Anon/Alateen organization provides a variety of benefits including literature, services, volunteer opportunities, professional resources, and public events.
They also host an enormous number of meetings all over the Greater Seattle area every single day of the week. If you are interested in learning more about how to cope with the unique problems of family members of an alcoholic, what to do to help them, and where to go if you feel you are in danger, head to the Greater Seattle Al-Anon/Alateen website for more information.
You can also contact their organization at:
- Phone: (206) 625-0000
- Fax: (206) 625-0018
- Address: 1402 3rd Ave., Room 803, Seattle, WA 98191 on the corner of 3rd and Union
List of Seattle Al-Anon and Alateen Meetings
Al-Anon can be a tremendous support to you if you have an addicted loved one. Here is a list of local Seattle Al-Anon/Alateen meetings.
Seattle Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings
Another type of 12-step program, the Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) group, focuses specifically on coping with past trauma that occurred as a result of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional home.
Individuals who were raised in these types of homes typically display a variety of identifiable characteristics that point to this past trauma. Some of these traits according to the organization may include:
- Isolation and fear of authority
- Approval seeking
- Easily frightened by criticism and anger
- A victim mentality
- Guilt and shame for standing up for oneself
- Low self-esteem
- Confuse love and pity
As adult children of alcoholics are not necessarily alcoholics themselves, a different kind of counseling and therapy is required to help them recover from the scars left over from their earlier years. Adult Children of Alcoholics meetings give such individuals the skills, support, and community they need to effectively cope with their past trauma and find more joy in their current life.
If you or someone you know is struggling with their past experiences growing up in an alcoholic home, there are a number of Seattle ACA meetings that take place on a weekly basis.
Sundays- Sandy Point Way ACA
- Oak room in portable building, south parking lot
- 90-minute meeting, Open to all, Discussion, Speaker, Steps, Topic, Non-Smoking
- 5801 Sand Point Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105
Mondays - Loving Ourselves into Freedom
- Located at Seattle area support groups on Capitol Hill - Bus #8, #10, #43
- ACAs only (Closed), Book Study, Fellowship Text, Steps, Non-Smoking
- 115 15th Ave E Suite #201, Seattle, WA 98112
Tuesdays - ACA Seattle Metro
- Door on south-west end of Recovery Café building
- ACAs only (Closed), Discussion, Book Study, Non-Smoking
- 2022 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Addiction Information for Parents in Seattle
If you have a child who is an addict, you're facing many different challenges. You may feel stuck about how to proceed and what to say to your child. It's so important for you to understand that as a parent, it's your job to bring it up. It might make you feel uncomfortable, but it has to be done.
Drug and alcohol rehab is available for teenagers. This might be something that you want to consider. You may need to schedule an intervention to get them to agree to go. You can also find support for your family as you go through this difficult time.
If your teen overdoses, it's so important to know what to look for and what to do. Some of the signs of overdose include:
- A high heart rate
- Excessive sweating
- Pinpoint pupils
- Nausea and vomiting
- Problems with breathing
An overdose is a medical emergency. It's vital for you to act quickly and call 911 if you suspect that your teenager has had an overdose. Medical personnel should be informed of the problem so that they can be prepared. They may need to give them life-saving medications at the scene.
Drug Overdose in Seattle Resources
If overdoses do occur, Seattle is ready for them. According to SAMHSA, the staff at the DESC are on the frontlines dealing with the drug epidemic in Seattle. The staff members are trained to know what to do in the event of an overdose. They keep Naloxone on hand for such an occasion. This buys them time to contact medical professionals and get the person the help they need.
Most of the time, people overdose on accident. It often happens when they try to quit on their own, and then relapse. They're not prepared for the changing tolerance levels in their bodies.
Types of Addiction Rehab Treatment in Seattle
It may be that you need professional addiction treatment before you can consider an outpatient support group. Many people find themselves in this situation. If you need to go to drug or alcohol rehab, you should know what options are available to you.
- Inpatient Treatment - Inpatient treatment is among the most popular forms of rehabilitation for both drugs and alcohol. This involves remaining in a facility for about 30 days while you get treatment. During that time, you'll go through the detox process, if it is recommended for you. You'll receive counseling and participate in different types of therapy.
- Outpatient Treatment - Most people find that outpatient facilities aren't appropriate for them when they're first starting out. They need a higher level of care. However, this might work for people who have been through inpatient rehab before. It could also work well for people with new or mild addictions.
- Intensive Outpatient Treatment - For those who need outpatient care, an IOP program is usually a much better option. This involves several appointments throughout the week. Patients have more time with staff members and tend to do really well. This is best suited for those with supportive families at home. These programs usually run for about 12 weeks.
- Residential or Long-Term Rehab - People with histories of relapsing, or with severe addictions may need long-term rehab. These residential facilities allow patients to stay much longer than inpatient rehabs. They can receive detox services while they're there, in most cases.
- Sober Living - Sober living homes are primarily residences. The residents are required to get their own outpatient treatment as a part of their residency. These programs are wonderful for people who need a fresh start in their lives.
How to Choose the Right Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility in the Seattle Area
If you're new to going to rehab, you may not be sure what you should look for in a facility. A few of the more important characteristics include:
- Joint Commission Accreditation to ensure that you're getting the best possible care.
- A smaller patient population with a higher number of staff members. This ensures that you get as much time with staff as possible.
- The availability of detox services. If they don't offer them, they should provide you with a referral for them.
- A higher than average success rate. This will give you an indication of what you can expect.
- A willingness to answer your questions. Any drug and alcohol rehab should expect that new people are going to have questions. They should be more than willing to answer them and provide you with information.
Northpoint Seattle’s Online Rehab Options
There is nothing that can compare to attending rehab in person. But that is not always possible. At Northpoint Seattle, we are proud to be able to offer online rehab services.
Our clients are free to opt for this method of treatment, and we use telehealth to connect with them. They are able to access individual therapy sessions as well as group sessions.
Get Additional Information About Addiction Recovery Resources in Seattle, WA
When you're suffering from addiction, it can feel like you're completely alone in the world. The incessant cravings, the cycle of self-destructive behaviors, and the alienation from everyone and everything you love can be hard to bear.
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But when you reach out to any of the numerous addiction and treatment resources that Seattle has to offer, you can be sure that you're not alone. What's more, you can be confident that doing so is taking one of the most crucial steps towards sobriety. And it's bound to be one of the best decisions you've ever made.
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