We are unable to provide counselling or alcohol support services. If you are concerned about your or someone else’s drinking, please contact one of the numbers below:
- Drinkline provides advice for anyone who is worried about their own or someone else’s drinking – phone 0800 731 4314, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm and Saturday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm
- Alcohol Helpline can provide advice and support if you’re over 50 and are worried about your own or someone else’s drinking – book an appointment online or phone 0808 801 0750, Monday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm and Saturday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm
More help and support:
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides free self-help groups across Scotland. Its 12-step programme involves getting sober with the help of regular support groups.
Find online meetings or phone their national helpline number 0800 9177650 (open 24/7) or email help@aamail.org.
Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs
Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs offer advice and support if you are concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use or would like to understand more about substance use in the family and ways to stay safe.
Email helpline@sfad.org.uk or phone 08080 101011, Monday to Friday, 9am to 11pm (a call-back service is available on weekends).
Scottish Recovery Consortium
Scottish Recovery Consortium supports, represents and connects recovery across Scotland.
SMART Recovery
Smart Recovery online meetings help individuals recover and help them lead meaningful and satisfying lives using science-based therapy.
WithYou in Scotland
WithYou in Scotland Chat to one of our trained recovery workers live online to get free, confidential advice and information about drugs or alcohol. We’re here for you Monday – Friday: 9am – 9pm, Saturday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm: Talk to Us Confidentially Online | WithYou