For decades, 12 Step Recovery programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) have helped millions of people worldwide achieve and maintain sobriety. Built on principles of honesty, accountability, service, and spiritual growth, the 12 Step model provides structure and community that is essential for long-term recovery.
At Windansea Recovery, we incorporate 12 Step philosophy into our comprehensive treatment programs, giving clients access to a time-tested framework of support while combining it with evidence-based therapy and holistic healing practices.
The 12 Step approach provides clients with tools, community, and accountability that extend far beyond formal treatment. Benefits include:
Building a strong support network of peers in recovery.
Learning accountability and responsibility through sponsorship and fellowship.
Developing spiritual principles such as honesty, humility, and service.
Reducing isolation and loneliness by engaging with a community.
Gaining relapse prevention tools and a structured path for lifelong sobriety.
Access to meetings and support groups worldwide.
Our program integrates 12 Step philosophy with clinical and holistic care to ensure well-rounded recovery:
Introduction to the Steps: Clients learn the principles of the 12 Steps and how they apply to daily life.
Meeting Attendance: Clients participate in 12 Step meetings both onsite and in the community.
Sponsorship & Fellowship: Clients are encouraged to connect with sponsors and peers for guidance and accountability.
Step Work: With therapist and peer support, clients begin working through the Steps at their own pace.
Ongoing Involvement: After treatment, clients can continue attending meetings for lifelong support.
12 Step programs are valuable for:
Individuals struggling with substance use disorders such as alcohol, opioids, stimulants, or other drugs.
Clients who benefit from community and accountability in recovery.
Those seeking a structured, spiritual framework for sobriety.
Individuals who want long-term support beyond clinical treatment.
Clients who thrive when connected to a worldwide network of peers.
Our 12 Step integration includes:
Onsite 12 Step Meetings and connections to community meetings.
Step Study Groups to help clients begin working through the program.
Therapist Support to connect 12 Step principles with clinical treatment goals.
Sponsorship Guidance to build accountability and peer mentorship.
Integration with Relapse Prevention for lifelong recovery skills.
Family Education to help loved ones understand and support the 12 Step approach.
hat makes our approach to 12 Step Recovery different?
Holistic Integration: We combine the 12 Steps with yoga, meditation, surf therapy, and other holistic practices.
Therapeutic Alignment: Steps are reinforced with CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care.
Coastal Environment: A serene setting that encourages reflection and connection.
Personalized Support: Clients are guided in finding meetings and sponsors that fit their recovery journey.
Continuum of Care: 12 Step involvement continues seamlessly across inpatient, PHP, IOP, and aftercare.
A typical experience may include:
Daily or weekly meeting attendance for support and accountability.
Sharing personal experiences and listening to others in recovery.
Beginning Step work with guidance from a sponsor.
Practicing principles like honesty, humility, and service in daily life.
Building connections with peers who share the same commitment to sobriety.
In addition to our core programs, Windansea Recovery offers the therapies below which are designed to support whole-person healing. From evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to holistic practices such as yoga, meditation, and surf therapy, our clients gain the tools they need to thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
“12 Step Recovery gave me a community I could lean on. The support I found in the meetings at WindanSea and beyond keeps me grounded in sobriety.” — Rachel T., Former Client
“I never thought I could open up to others, but the 12 Step program helped me connect with people who truly understood me. It’s been life-changing.” — Michael B., Former Client
The 12 Step model is more than just a program—it’s a way of life that offers accountability, fellowship, and spiritual growth. At WindanSea Recovery, we integrate 12 Step principles into our holistic treatment approach, giving clients a proven path to sustained recovery.
If you or a loved one is ready to find strength and support through 12 Step Recovery, Windansea Recovery can help you get started.
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