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There’s no one path to wellbeing — many support systems exist to help you on your healing journey.

Whether you’re deciding to manage your own recovery, want to attend weekly meetings, or check in to a structured inpatient program, multiple programs and resources exist to help you build community in this new way of life. Explore how the following options can support you as you move forward.

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What does a path to recovery look like?

Recovery from substance use looks different for everyone. It can involve everything from traditional healing practices to therapy and medication. Many of the options listed here have been used in Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Afrolatinx communities for centuries, and they are still helping people heal today. 

If you’re ready to make a change, you’ll find many recovery options available to you — and you don’t have to choose just one. Different things work for different people, so try a variety of options and combinations until you find what works for you.

Explore what your healing journey could include.

Find and compare treatment facilities

Whether you're wondering what type of treatment is right for you, searching for treatment programs, or looking to hear from others in recovery, the following resources can help you find answers.

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To identify addiction treatment providers in your area, visit:

As you compare facilities, you may find it helpful to:

  • Read the 11 Indicators of Quality Addiction Treatment
  • Filter for LGBTQIA+ supportive facilities or facilities that serve certain age or cultural groups
  • Review their services, practices, and accreditations
  • Check what insurance or payment options are accepted
  • Find additional support for you or your loved ones

For friends and family

Helping our loved ones through the process of change can feel difficult. Learn more about how to have conversations about substance use that are centered on partnership, empowerment and compassion.

View conversation pathways guide

Need immediate help?

  • Call SAMHSA's National Helpline

    Available 24 hours
    Languages: English, Spanish

    Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
  • Call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Available 24 hours
    Languages: English, Spanish

    Call 988
  • Text the Crisis Text Line

    Text HOME to 741741
    Available 24 hours
    Languages: English, Spanish

    Send text

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