Loving Lions

Family Addiction Resources

Treatment finders, support groups, family education, recovery-planning tools, and free worksheets — curated for families navigating a loved one’s addiction.

Treatment Finder

Find addiction treatment programs, facilities, and professional services.

Understanding levels of care

Inpatient / Residential

24/7 supervised care in a residential facility.

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)

Full-day treatment with an evening return home.

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

Structured treatment while living at home.

Outpatient Counseling

Regular therapy sessions while maintaining daily life.

SAMHSA Treatment Locator

The official government finder for treatment facilities and programs in your area.

Online search tool

East Point Behavioral Health

Comprehensive addiction treatment and family services.

Mon–Fri 8 AM – 8 PM

Psychology Today Provider Search

Find therapists specializing in addiction and family therapy.

Online directory

AddictionCenter.com

A comprehensive treatment-center directory with program details.

Online directory

NAADAC Counselor Directory

Find certified addiction counselors and interventionists.

Online search

Support Groups

Peer support groups for individuals and families affected by addiction.

Al-Anon Family Groups

Support for families and friends of people with alcohol problems.

Nar-Anon Family Groups

Support for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction.

Online meeting finder

SMART Recovery Family & Friends

Science-based support using motivational and cognitive-behavioral tools.

Adult Children of Alcoholics

Support for adults who grew up in homes with addiction or dysfunction.

Families Anonymous

Support for relatives and friends concerned about a loved one’s addiction.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA)

Support for people working through codependent relationship patterns.

Learn to Cope

Peer-led support network for families coping with a loved one’s addiction, with an online forum.

In The Rooms

Free online recovery community with 150+ live meetings weekly, including family groups.

Free online meetings

Online Al-Anon Meetings

Virtual Al-Anon meetings available 24/7 worldwide — chat, voice, and video.

Electronic meetings

Family Education

Trusted, evidence-based information to understand addiction and family dynamics.

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Science-based information about addiction and treatment.

Online resources

SAMHSA Resource Library

Comprehensive addiction and mental-health resources and publications.

Resource library

Partnership to End Addiction

Family-focused addiction prevention and treatment resources.

Educational materials

Loving Lions Educational Hub

221 real-world family scenarios with step-by-step professional guidance — free, on this site.

Free, on this site

Recovery Planning

Tools and professionals for planning and supporting recovery.

SAMHSA Recovery Resource Center

Recovery-oriented tools and resources for individuals and families.

Free online resources

Association of Intervention Specialists

Professional intervention planning and coordination.

Directory of certified specialists

Recovery Community Organizations

Local recovery support organizations and services, state by state.

State-by-state directory

Loving Lions Educational Hub

221 real-world family scenarios with step-by-step guidance.

Free, on this site

Professional Training

Training and certification for professionals and family members.

Credable Learning — NAADAC-Approved CE Training

Michael Wilson’s professional education platform (NAADAC Provider #185919 + PCB approved). CE credits and family-focused interventions training.

Provider #185919 · since 2018

Certified Family-Focused Interventions (CFI)

The 3-day (24-hour) live training in the family-systems intervention model created by Michael Wilson, CIP, CFI — with a path to CIP certification.

Enroll via Credable Learning

NAADAC

The Association for Addiction Professionals — continuing education and resources.

Online courses available

International Coaching Federation

Accredited coach training and certification programs.

Find accredited programs

Downloadable Guides

Practical companion worksheets from the Loving Lions approach. The quick self-checks are free; the in-depth guides come with Premium.

In-Depth Guides & Worksheets

Boundaries Cheat Sheet

Clear limits that protect everyone’s well-being — how to set boundaries without withholding love.

Letting Go Cheat Sheet

From the “Afraid to Let Go” chapter — releasing what feels safe to make room for real change.

Breaking Free from the “Voluntary Hostage” Dynamic

Recognize the fear-driven cycle of fixing every crisis, and reclaim a supportive but protected role.

Breaking the Circle of Chaos

How the “Circle of Chaos and Confusion” keeps families stuck — and the first steps to break free.

Codependency Recovery Plan

A personal recovery and healing plan for family members — addressing the codependent patterns addiction creates.

Enabling Behavior Assessment

A comprehensive checklist to identify current enabling patterns and move toward healthier support.

Financial Boundary Setting Guide

Establish clear financial boundaries that prevent enabling while keeping the family secure.

Healthy Support Strategies Worksheet

Convert enabling behaviors into effective support that encourages recovery without withdrawing love.

Verify your insurance benefits

Check your behavioral-health coverage with East Point — results in 1–2 business days.

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Educational Hub

Access 221 family scenarios with professional guidance.

Explore scenarios

Personal Guidance

Reach out for support tailored to your family’s situation.

Contact Michael

The Book

Read Loving Lions — a guide for families navigating recovery.

Start reading

In an emergency or crisis

Loving Lions isn’t a crisis service. If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, these free, confidential lines are available 24/7.

988

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Call or text, 24/7

Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Text Line · Text HOME, 24/7

1-800-662-4357

SAMHSA National Helpline · Treatment referral, 24/7

911

Emergency · Immediate danger