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Sexaholics Anonymous

International. 700 chapters. Founded 1979. Program of recovery for those who want to stop sexually self-destructive thinking and behavior. Mutual support to achieve and maintain sexual sobriety. Phone network, quarterly newsletter, literature and books. Guidelines to help start a similar group.
Write:
S.A.
P.O. Box 3565
Brentwood, TN 37024-3565
Voice: 615-370-6062 or 1-866-424-8777
Fax: 615-370-0882
Website: http://www.sa.org
E-mail: saico@sa.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

Sex Addicts Anonymous

International. 736 groups. Founded 1977. 12-Step. Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction or dependency. Open to all who share a desire to stop compulsive sexual dependency. Bimonthly newsletter.
Write:
International Service Organization of SAA
P.O. Box 70949
Houston, TX 77270
Voice: 713-869-4902 or 1-800-477-8191
Website: http://www.saa-recovery.org
E-mail: info@saa-recovery.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

COSA (Codependents Of Sex Addicts)

International. 50+ affiliated groups. Founded 1980. Self-help program of recovery using the 12 steps adapted from A.A. and Al-Anon, for those involved in relationships with people who have compulsive sexual behavior. Assistance in starting new groups. Newsletter ($24).
Write:
COSA, Inc.
P.O. Box 14537
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Voice: 763-537-6904 (answering service - leave message)
Website: http://www.cosa-recovery.org
E-mail: info@cosa-recovery.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

S-Anon

International. 280 affiliated groups. Founded 1984. 12-Step. Support group for persons who have a friend or family member with a sexual addiction. Assistance available for starting groups. Conferences and quarterly newsletter ($14).
Write:
S-Anon
P.O. Box 111242
Nashville, TN 37222
Voice: 1-800-210-8141
Website: http://www.sanon.org
E-mail: sanon@sanon.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

Sexual Compulsives Anonymous

(BILINGUAL) International. 118+ groups. Founded 1982. 12-Step. Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from sexual compulsion. Based on the 12-step model of recovery. Newsletter, information and referrals, phone support and conferences. Guidelines for starting similar groups.
Write:
Sexual Compulsives Anonymous
P.O. Box 1585
Old Chelsea Station
New York, NY 10011
Voice: 1-800-977-4325
Website: http://www.sca-recovery.org
E-mail: info@sca-recovery.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

Sexual Recovery Anonymous

International. 32 affiliated groups. Founded 1990. 12-Step. Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover. For those with a desire to stop compulsive sexual behavior. Online referrals, literature and support also available.
Write:
Sexual Recovery Anonymous
P.O. Box 1296
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Voice: 212-340-4650 or 323-850-8565 (Los Angeles area) or 604-290-9382 (BC, Canada)
Website: http://www.sexualrecovery.org
E-mail: info@sexualrecovery.org
Verified: 10/6/2008

Overcomers Outreach, Inc.

International. 700 affiliated groups. Founded 1985. 12-Step. Christ-centered support group for anyone affected by addictions, as well as their families and friends. Uses 12-steps of A.A. and applies them to the Scriptures. Uses Jesus Christ as 'higher power.' Supplements involvement in other 12-step groups. Newsletter, group development guidelines and conferences.
Write:
Overcomers Outreach, Inc.
P.O. Box 922950
Sylmar, CA 91392
Voice: 1-800-310-3001
Website: http://www.overcomersoutreach.org
E-mail: info@overcomersoutreach.org
Verified: 10/13/2008

Overcomers In Christ

International. Founded 1987. Recovery program that deals with every aspect of addiction and dysfunction (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional and social). Uses Overcomers goals which are Christ-centered. Resources, literature, information and referrals. Assistance in starting new groups.
Write:
Overcomers In Christ
P.O. Box 34460
Omaha, NE 68134-0460
Voice: 1-866-573-0966 or 402-573-0966
Website: http://www.OvercomersInChrist.org
E-mail: OIC@OvercomersInChrist.org
Verified: 10/13/2008

Recoveries Anonymous

International. 50 chapters. Spiritual recovery group for anyone seeking a solution for any kind of addiction, problem or behavior. Family and friends welcome. 'How To Begin...' guides and 'Start A Group' kit can be downloaded free from the website.
Write:
R.A. Universal Services
P.O. Box 1212
East Northport, NY 11731
Website: http://www.r-a.org
E-mail: raus@r-a.org
Verified: 10/22/2008

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