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All groups are held virtually via Zoom — **no cost**, no insurance required — creating safe spaces for learning from professionals and connecting with others facing similar challenges from the comfort of your home. [Join a Support Group](/support-group)[Call (704) 582-4295](tel:+17045824295) ## What We Provide Join our supportive virtual community where Charlotte-area families connect, learn, and heal together via Zoom. ### Licensed Clinician-Led Our groups are led by experienced, licensed mental health professionals who specialize in addiction and family dynamics — not peer-only sessions. ### Evidence-Based Support Learn about the science of addiction, understand recovery processes, and develop healthy coping strategies using proven, evidence-based approaches. ### Peer Connection Connect with other Charlotte-area families who understand your journey and share similar experiences navigating a loved one's substance use. ### No Cost, Confidential All groups are completely free — no insurance required. Participate in confidential, non-judgmental environments where you can share openly and heal together. ## Current Family Addiction Support Groups Virtual via Zoom ### Family Support Group Schedule Every Wednesday Time 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST Starting Sep 9 — new time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST Facilitator Sam Schweitzer LCSW, LCAS, CCS A weekly virtual support group via Zoom for anyone with a loved one struggling with addiction. Connect with others who understand your journey in a **safe, clinician-led** environment from the comfort of your home. [Learn More & Register](/support-group) Virtual via Zoom ### Support Group for Parents of Teens Schedule Every Thursday Time 8:00 - 9:00 PM EST Facilitator Mark Noonan LSW, MSW A confidential, judgment-free space **exclusively for parents and guardians** whose teenagers are facing substance use and mental health challenges. Gain practical strategies, evidence-based insights, and psychoeducation. [Learn More & Register](/support-group/parent-teen) ## Looking for Specific Help? We offer more than support groups. Explore our other **free addiction recovery services** in Charlotte. [Parent Support Group For parents of struggling teens ](/support-group/parent-teen)[Resource Navigation Find treatment & recovery resources ](/services/resource-navigation)[From Our Blog: Stronger as One Why family addiction support groups matter ](/blog/family-addiction-support-groups) ## Serving Families Across Charlotte & Mecklenburg County Sana Recovery Foundation's virtual family addiction support groups are available to anyone in North Carolina and beyond. Based in **Matthews, NC**, we proudly serve families throughout the greater Charlotte metropolitan area, including **Charlotte, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Concord, Kannapolis, Gastonia, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Monroe**, and **Rock Hill, SC**. Our groups serve families across **Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, Gaston County, Union County, and Iredell County**. Because all sessions are held virtually via Zoom, geographic barriers are removed — families from anywhere in North Carolina can join from the comfort and privacy of their home. Whether you're in uptown Charlotte or a rural community across the state, our **licensed clinicians** are here to support your family's addiction recovery journey. ## Frequently Asked Questions Common questions about our family addiction support groups in Charlotte, NC ### Are the family addiction support groups free? ### Do I need to live in Charlotte to join a support group? ### Are the support groups confidential? ### Do I need a referral to attend? ### Is this a 12-step program? ### What if my loved one is not in treatment? ### Are there support groups for families of drug addicts? ### Where can I find support groups for families of addicts near Charlotte, NC? ### Is this an alternative to Al-Anon in Charlotte, NC? ## You Don't Have to Navigate Addiction Alone Our **free, clinician-led** family addiction support groups are here to help. Reach out today to find the right fit for your family in Charlotte and beyond. 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