If someone asked my for guidance on how to start on a path to recovery, I would probably suggest that they try AA for the peer support. However, I would also warn them about the program's cultish tendencies and let them know that statistically, AA has a pretty dismal success rate and there are a lot of people that successfully break free on their own or by applying 12-step alternatives.
Thanks for steering me towards this read. I wish you continued success with your recovery service. 💪✌️😊