ONLINE SUPPORT GROUPS FOR FAMILIES OF ADDICTS
Find clarity, connection, and peace — even when your loved one continues to struggle.
Online support groups for families of addicts and loved ones in California and Maryland led by an licensed professional counselor and addiction specialist.
Loving someone who’s caught in addiction is exhausting.
You want to help, to stay hopeful, and to hold everything together — but inside, you’re worn thin.
You might feel like you’re constantly waiting for the next crisis, trying to say the right thing, or wondering if you somehow caused it. Maybe you’ve tried Al-Anon or another support group, but left wanting more depth and guidance.
As a licensed therapist that is trained in trauma and addiction, my group offers a deeper kind of support. One where you can understand what is happening beneath the behavior and stop carrying it all on your own.
You'll receive mutual support from other family members of people struggling with addiction along with guidance and support from a licensed therapist.
When You Love Someone Who’s Struggling
Addiction affects every relationship around it.
You may:
Feel torn between love and resentment.
Hide what’s happening because you’re embarrassed.
Try to fix or manage things you can’t control.
Feel anxious, angry, or hopeless.
Forget who you are outside of the chaos.
It’s easy to believe that if your loved one would just change, everything would finally be okay.
But your healing matters too. This group helps you care for yourself with the same compassion you’ve given everyone else.
How This Group Differs From Al-Anon or Nar-Anon
Al-Anon can be helpful and supportive, but you may find yourself wanting a group where you can go beyond coping.
As a licensed therapist I’m able to guide you in a trauma-informed approach that empowers you to clarify and create the life and relationships you want. What does healing look like for you? What are your personal goals and desires for your situation?
This group is built around trauma-informed therapy, education, and choice. Rather than following an exact set of steps we will explore what healing and fulfillment looks like for you personally.
Here, you’ll learn how to:
Support your loved one without losing yourself.
Set boundaries that protect your peace.
Stop living in crisis mode.
Rebuild trust and steadiness in daily life.
Release guilt, shame, and self-blame.
A Support Group That Connects, Equips, and Empowers You
This isn’t about rules or perfection. It’s about real connection, practical tools, and relief. Each session blends practical teaching, reflection, and open conversation to help you make sense of what’s happening and find your footing again.
You’ll learn how to:
Understand addiction and its emotional impact on families.
Recognize repeating patterns without judgment.
Communicate in ways that bring calm instead of conflict.
Stay grounded when things feel unpredictable.
Find moments of peace — even in hard seasons.
You don’t have to fix anyone to feel better. You can still love them while choosing stability for yourself.
Why This Support Group for Families of Addicts Works
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You get to decide what healing looks like for you — whether that means staying, leaving, or finding steadiness where you are.
There’s no one right way to move forward.
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You’ve probably tried everything to help. Here, you’ll learn how to care in ways that protect your energy and allow you to breathe again.
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When you understand addiction and how it affects families, you see things more clearly and can respond with understanding instead of fear.
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You don’t have to have it all together. Every story and feeling is welcome here.
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Healing happens slowly. Each week you’ll feel a little more steady, a little more confident, and a little less alone.
Details & Logistics
Who
Family members and loves ones of individuals struggling with addiction in California and Maryland.
Facilitator
Paige Fulton, LPCC, learn more about me here.
When
TBD - Send me a message to stay updated.
Where
Online via secure HIPAA compliant Telehealth platform
Cost
$50/session
Who This Support Group Is For
This support group for families of addicts and anyone who loves someone struggling with addiction — friends, partners, parents, siblings, or adult children — and wants to:
Stop living in constant fear or guilt.
Understand what’s really happening beneath the addiction.
Learn to help without enabling.
Find peace even when their loved one isn’t ready to change.
Reconnect with their own needs and values.
Build healthier boundaries and communication.
Whether your loved one struggles with alcohol, drugs, food, shopping, porn, or another pattern, this group helps you find clarity and calm within the chaos.
How to Join
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Click the link below to pick a time that works for you. We’ll meet over virtually to see if the group feels like a good fit.
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During our call, you can ask anything about the group — structure, topics, or what to expect.
Then, we will determine if this group feels like a good fit for you.
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If it feels right, you’ll get all the details to join the next session. You’ll be welcomed into a space that values honesty, compassion, and healing.
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It is powerful to belong to a group where you receive both support from others on a similar journey along with education and empowerment from a licensed professional counselor.
You’ll leave feeling more clear, connected, and grounded as you navigate loving someone struggling with addiction.
Ready to take the first step? Click below to schedule a free consultation call.
What You’ll Gain
By the end of the eight-week group, you’ll have:
A clearer understanding of addiction’s impact on families.
Practical tools for calm communication and boundaries.
Relief from guilt, resentment, and constant fear.
More trust in your decisions and emotional balance.
A renewed sense of confidence, connection, and peace.
You’ll discover that healing doesn’t depend on your loved one changing. It begins when you start taking care of yourself.
What to Expect
Each 75-minute online session includes:
A short teaching on topics like boundaries, stress, or communication.
Reflection and tools to use between sessions.
Optional sharing and discussion in a supportive space.
You’ll never be pushed to share more than you want to. You can move at your own pace.
Most people leave each session feeling lighter with a new perspective, language, and hope.
Trauma-Informed Support Group for Families of Addicts
This group is relational, trauma-informed, and is led by an addiction specialist.
What does trauma-informed mean?
It means the group is centered on your emotional safety, healing, and self-understanding.
The group adapts to what participants need.
You choose how much you participate.
Nothing is forced.
There’s no requirement to share personal details, follow steps, or adopt a certain belief system.
We will explore the deeper dynamics happening inside of you. What the worry, guilt, or fear is trying to protect and how to care for yourself in ways that bring peace instead of exhaustion.
This group will help you feel grounded, supported, and more connected to yourself. It’s about healing, not following a program. You’ll be invited to define what recovery and healing mean for you.
FAQs
Have questions about joining the addiction recovery group? Check out these frequently asked questions. If you don’t see your question here, click here to get in touch.
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No, I do not take insurance for group work.
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You are billed per session.
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The relationships you make in our group are foundational to your growth. You must commit to 8-weeks to join the group.
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Yes, everything you share is private. This commitment is included in the group therapy contract each member signs.
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8-10 people are in the group at a time.
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Yes, you are able to join this support group and also participate in individual therapy with me.
