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Led by a licensed clinician via Zoom, participants gain understanding, evidence-based coping strategies, and practical tools to navigate their unique journey — all from the comfort of home. Whether you're just beginning to understand addiction or have been supporting a loved one for years, you'll find connection, hope, and guidance in this supportive community. Our drug rehab support for families in NC helps you set healthy boundaries, manage stress, and find your own path to healing. Looking for support for your teen? Check out our [Parent-Teen Support Group](/support-group/parent-teen) designed specifically for parents and teens navigating addiction together. Register for Free No insurance, no fees, no referral needed. Register once to join our weekly community. ## Meet Your Licensed Clinician ![Sam Schweitzer, licensed clinician leading family addiction support groups in Charlotte NC](/assets/sam-schweitzer-CF6o-Whu.webp) ### [Sam Schweitzer](/team) LCSW, LCAS, CCS Sam Schweitzer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) in North Carolina. She is the owner of Schweitzer Services, a private practice offering counseling, supervision, and experiential group work. With over 11 years of experience in substance use and recovery, Sam has led countless family workshops and courses designed to foster understanding, steadiness, and empowerment. Her approach is experiential and neuroscience-informed, helping families and individuals reconnect with their strengths and move toward lasting change. As both a clinician and a family member who has personally walked this path—through crisis and into recovery—Sam brings compassion, authenticity, and lived wisdom to her work. She holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor of Science from the College of Charleston. Join Sam's Group — Register Now ## Substance Use Disorder Family Resources in Charlotte [ ### Resource Navigation Get personalized guidance connecting you to treatment, housing, and recovery resources across Charlotte. ](/services/resource-navigation)[ ### Parent Support Group A dedicated group for parents of teens struggling with substance use. ](/support-group/parent-teen)[ ### From Our Blog: Stronger as One Read about why family addiction support groups matter and how they help Charlotte families heal together. ](/blog/family-addiction-support-groups) ## Serving Families Across Charlotte & North Carolina Our virtual family addiction support group is accessible to families throughout the Charlotte metropolitan area and all of North Carolina. Because we meet via Zoom, families in Charlotte, Matthews, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Concord, Kannapolis, Gastonia, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Monroe, and beyond can join from the comfort of home. Whether you're in Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, Gaston County, Union County, Iredell County, or anywhere across North Carolina, our licensed clinician-led support group provides the same high-quality care and connection. We also welcome families from the greater Rock Hill, SC area and other border communities. Finding family addiction support in Charlotte, NC shouldn't be difficult. SANA Recovery Foundation removes barriers by offering free, virtual, clinician-led family support groups every week — no insurance needed, no travel required. Register for Free ## Frequently Asked Questions About Our Support Groups ### Are addiction support groups free in Charlotte? ### What happens in a family recovery group? ### Do I need a referral to join? ### Is the support group confidential? ### Who leads the support group? ## Ready to Join Our Charlotte Family Support Group? Take the first step toward healing. Register for our free, clinician-led family addiction support group — now every Wednesday at 1 PM EST via Zoom (new time!). Register Now — It's Free[Call (704) 582-4295](tel:7045824295) ### Sana Recovery Foundation Empowering Charlotte's recovery ecosystem through education, collaboration, and support for individuals, families, and providers. 2435 Plantation Center Dr STE 110 Matthews, NC 28105 ### Quick Links [About Us](/about)[The Need](/the-need)[Resource Navigation](/services/resource-navigation)[Family Support](/services/family-support)[Education](/services/education)[Support Groups](/support-group)[Blog](/blog)[Charlotte Marathon](/events/charlotte-marathon)[Donate Now](/donate)[Contact](/contact) ### Contact Us Phone: [(704) 582-4295](tel:7045824295) Email: [support@sanarecovery.org](mailto:support@sanarecovery.org) If you're in immediate danger, call 911 © 2026 Sana Recovery Foundation. All rights reserved. |[Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy) |[Terms of Service](/privacy-policy)