Our 12-Step treatment program offers a clear path, a supportive peer group, and practical tools to stay sober. At Granite Recovery Centers, we combine 12-Step recovery with clinical therapies so you can build skills, strengthen relationships, and create lasting change.
The 12 Steps began with Alcoholics Anonymous and are now adapted for many addictions and behavioral conditions. You’ll work through each step with professional guidance, build healthy routines, and learn to avoid triggers.
The program is structured, community-based, and open to all beliefs. A “higher power” can be defined in a way that fits your personal values. Confidentiality is a core principle, allowing you to share openly and honestly in a safe, respectful environment.
Attend daily groups, meet one-on-one with licensed counselors, and complete step work at a pace that fits your recovery. Our programs integrate:
You’ll connect with peers, 12-Step mentors, and alumni who share similar experiences. These relationships foster accountability, guidance, and encouragement long after treatment.
Steps 8 and 9 focus on repairing harm caused by addiction. In Step 8, you’ll make a list of those affected and become willing to make amends. Step 9 is about following through: making direct amends where possible, but only when it will not cause further harm.
With your counselor, you’ll prepare carefully, decide which amends are safe and appropriate, and approach others with honesty and humility. The goal is to restore relationships and guide you toward healthier living.
There’s no set timeline. You’ll progress at your own pace with support through residential, partial hospitalization, or intensive outpatient care. Many continue step work and attend meetings long-term as part of their daily life.
12-Step programs can help if you want:
We also offer alternatives such as skills-based groups and other evidence-based therapies for those seeking different paths.
The 12-Step approach isn’t limited to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Varieties of 12-Step fellowships include:
No matter which program you connect with, the foundation remains the same: a structured pathway that combines self-reflection, support from peers, and principles that guide lifelong recovery.
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Our full continuum of care includes medical detox for clients who do not need medical intervention, are not in danger to themselves and are capable of self-evacuation in an emergency. Clients will transition from detox to our residential treatment center, partial hospitalization program and intensive outpatient program.
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Recovery doesn’t have to wait. Call us today, and our team will walk you through your options and verify your insurance in minutes. Granite Recovery Centers provides 12-Step treatment across New Hampshire and Massachusetts, with supportive spaces and licensed clinicians guiding you every step of the way.
No, you don’t have to be religious to do the 12 Steps. Many people define a “higher power” in a personal or non-religious way. The focus of this program is honesty, growth, and community support.
No, the 12-Step program isn’t the only approach we use. We combine 12-Step principles with evidence-based therapies like CBT, relapse-prevention planning, and family counseling.
It varies for each person. Recovery is less about speed and more about steady progress, consistent effort, and ongoing support.
Yes, you can attend 12-Step meetings online. Virtual meetings are widely available and especially helpful for people continuing recovery after residential treatment.
If you’ve tried the 12 Steps before, you can still benefit from returning. Many people succeed with new strategies, fresh support, and a tailored treatment plan.
Yes, Granite Recovery Centers accepts most major insurance plans. Our admissions team is available 24/7 to verify your coverage and walk you through the next steps.
Yes. Alternatives to the 12-Step program include skills-based groups, peer support, and other evidence-based therapies to match your needs.
Yes, most people in the 12-Step program have a sponsor. We help you understand sponsorship and guide you in building supportive connections during and after treatment.
