Twelve Step Program Archives - Heather Hayes & Associates https://heatherhayes.com/category/twelve-step-program/ Interventions & Treatment Consulting Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://heatherhayes.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-HH_logo-32x32.png Twelve Step Program Archives - Heather Hayes & Associates https://heatherhayes.com/category/twelve-step-program/ 32 32 Finding Recovery Without God: How Secular 12-Step Programs and Practical Steps Can Transform Lives https://heatherhayes.com/finding-recovery-without-god-how-secular-12-step-programs-and-practical-steps-can-transform-lives/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:36 +0000 https://heatherhayes.com/?p=7161 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the most recognized recovery programs in the world. For nearly 90 years, it has helped millions break free from the grip of addiction. Its model—built on connection, community, and a structured process—has stood the test of time. But for some, AA’s religious language and “higher power” emphasis can feel […]

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]]> The Longer the Better? https://heatherhayes.com/the-longer-the-better/ Sun, 13 Jun 2021 04:05:00 +0000 https://heatherhayes.com/?p=4248 “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” ~ Confucius Substance use is at an all-time global high. In 2019, it was recorded that 21 million Americans misuse at least one substance and deaths from overdose have more than tripled in the last 30 years.[1] Substance use costs […]

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]]> The Importance of The 12 Step Fellowship for Adolescents https://heatherhayes.com/the-importance-of-the-12-step-fellowship-for-adolescents/ Sun, 24 Nov 2019 01:12:34 +0000 https://heatherhayes.com/?p=2048 Maintaining recovery from substance use-disorder, alcoholism and addictions can be  difficult regardless of age. Whilst there are many studies showing 12 step fellowships to be beneficial to adults in recovery, the data around the same subject, for young adults and teenagers, is limited. However, Dr. John F Kelly has recently conducted a study which shows […]

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