Addiction
Resources below
Support for individuals and families navigating challenges related to substance use and compulsive behaviors, with pathways to treatment, recovery, and long-term stability. These resources also assist psychologists in identifying trusted programs and referral options for comprehensive care.
Alcoholics Anonymous San Diego
Alcoholics Anonymous San Diego Central Office serves as the local hub for individuals seeking support for alcohol recovery in the San Diego area. The site provides a comprehensive, searchable directory of both in-person and online AA meetings, a 24-hour helpline (619-265-8762), recovery literature, and local community resources.
Self Management and Recovery Training (SMART)
SMART Recovery is an evidenced-informed recovery method grounded in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), that supports people with substance dependencies or problem behaviors to:
- Build and maintain motivation
- Cope with urges and cravings
- Manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors
- Live a balanced life
The San Diego Access & Crisis Line (ACL)
San Diego County Access and Crisis Line (ACL) Provided by County of San Diego Behavioral Health Services, the Access and Crisis Line offers free, confidential, 24/7 support for individuals experiencing a mental health, drug, or alcohol-related crisis. Callers are connected to experienced clinicians who provide immediate crisis intervention, suicide prevention, Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) dispatch, and referrals for local mental health and substance use services.
Phone: (888) 724-7240 or dial 988 (24/7, available in 200+ languages)
Live Chat: Available Monday–Friday, 4 PM–10 PM via their website or up2sd.org.