In addition to health care professionals, there are many community programs that offer help. Find a support group Talking with people dealing with similar issues can help a lot. Since they’ve “been there” and are doing the work to heal and recover, they can be a great support system. There are national and local groups you can search for. Many have in-person and online meetings. These groups include:| www.samhsa.gov
Finding the right health care professional or program can take a lot of work. Here’s where to start. Ask someone you trust for a recommendation If you’re comfortable, ask your doctor, social worker, loved ones, or friends you trust if they know any health care professionals or programs for mental health or drug and alcohol use. This is often the easiest way to find an available health care professional or program. It can be helpful to talk to more than one person to get a recommendation b...| www.samhsa.gov