AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Meetings in Costa Mesa, CA
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Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
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Sunday
11 meetingsAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMChowhound Houligan'S Big Book Study (Hybrid)
8:45 AMNew Comer Book Study
10:00 AMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMHigh Noon Participation
12:15 PMYellowstone Open AA Speaker Meeting
2:00 PMThe Primary Purpose Group
6:00 PMSunday Night Speaker
7:00 PMTriangle Square Men's Group
7:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMMonday
14 meetingsMorning Meditation Group (Costa Mesa)
6:45 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMClean And Serene Big Book Study
12:00 PMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMBack Bay Men's Stag Discussion
12:30 PMAs Bill Sees It
6:00 PMHome Group Participation
6:30 PM2850 Men's Meeting
7:00 PMMonday Night Men's Stag
7:00 PMThank You For Sharing
7:00 PM40 Minutes to Freedom
7:30 PMQueer Ideas of Fun
7:30 PMLuck of the Draw Speaker Meeting
8:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMTuesday
12 meetingsMorning Meditation Group (Costa Mesa)
6:45 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMBig Book Study
10:00 AMHow It Works Group
12:00 PMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMLiving Sober
6:00 PMHyde No More (Hybrid)
6:45 PMCDM Soup Kitchen Meeting (Men's Stag)
7:00 PMGrupo Hay Una Solucion
7:00 PMWild Bunch Women's and Gender Nonconforming Meeting
7:00 PMDesign for Living Group
7:30 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMWednesday
12 meetingsMorning Meditation Group (Costa Mesa)
6:45 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMHigh Noon Steppers
12:00 PMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMStep Study 12x12x12
3:30 PMBig Book Participation
6:00 PMBook Study
6:00 PMIndescribably Wonderful Group
6:30 PMPass-It-On Men's
7:00 PMBig Book Trivia Men's Stag
7:30 PMRecovery Radicals
8:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMThursday
18 meetingsMorning Meditation Group (Costa Mesa)
6:45 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMBig Book Study
10:00 AMHow It Works Group
12:00 PMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMWomen's It's in the Book Study (Hybrid)
5:30 PMAa Meeting
6:00 PMBook Study
6:30 PM12 Steps & 12 Traditions Study Group
7:00 PMAirport Landing Men's Stag Meeting
7:00 PMDesign for Living Big Book Study of AA
7:00 PMRestore Recovery
7:00 PMThursday Night First Step Meeting of A.A.
7:00 PMBeyond Belief Agnostic Discussion (Hybrid)
7:15 PMMen's Stag Candlelight (Costa Mesa)
7:30 PMLuck of the Draw Speaker Meeting
8:00 PMMoorhead
8:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMFriday
11 meetingsOC Men's Stag (Costa Mesa)
6:30 AMMorning Meditation Group (Costa Mesa)
6:45 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMFight Club
5:00 PMCame To Believe
6:00 PMThe Family Afterward
6:30 PMThis Must Be The Place
6:30 PMWomen in Solution
6:30 PMFriday Night Creative Share (Hybrid, Costa Mesa)
7:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMSaturday
14 meetingsA.R.K. (Alcoholics Recovering in the Kingdom)
7:00 AMAs Bill Sees It Newcomers Meeting (Costa Mesa)
7:00 AMThe Original Saturday Men's Stag Meeting
9:00 AMDefiant Brats Book Study
9:45 AMStep Study
10:00 AMNoon Time Recovery (Costa Mesa)
12:00 PMWhat'S The Point Discussion
1:30 PMDiscovery Group
6:00 PMSaturday Night Cover 2 Cover Big Book Study
6:00 PMSaturday Night Refugees (12 & 12 Speaker Mtg.)(Hybrid)
6:00 PMCharle Street Men's Podium Participation
7:00 PMGrupo Hay Una Solucion
7:00 PMSaturday Night Live Aa
8:00 PMSendero De Vida
8:00 PMExplore More
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Recovery Meetings in Costa Mesa, CA
Find support and community at recovery meetings in Costa Mesa, CA. Our comprehensive directory includes 92 verified meetings across various recovery programs including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Al-Anon, SMART Recovery, and more.
We offer both in-person and online meeting options. With 22 virtual meetings available in the Costa Mesa area, you can participate from the comfort of your home or when traveling. Online meetings provide the same support and fellowship as traditional meetings.
What to Expect at Recovery Meetings in Costa Mesa
Recovery meetings in Costa Mesa, CA follow established formats that create safe, supportive environments for people in recovery. Most meetings begin with readings, followed by sharing time where participants can discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes in recovery.
- Open Meetings: Welcome anyone interested in learning about recovery, including family and friends
- Closed Meetings: Reserved for those who identify as having a problem with alcohol or drugs
- Discussion Meetings: Focus on sharing and group conversation around recovery topics
- Speaker Meetings: Feature one or more members sharing their complete recovery story
- Step Study: Work through the 12-step program together as a group
- Big Book/Literature Study: Read and discuss official recovery literature
- Beginner Meetings: Designed for newcomers with extra explanation of the program
Getting Started with Recovery in Costa Mesa
If you're new to recovery or considering attending your first meeting in Costa Mesa, remember that everyone was new once. Meetings are typically one hour long, and you're encouraged to listen without feeling pressured to share until you're comfortable.
Most meeting locations in Costa Mesa are accessible and offer parking. Many groups also provide contact information for members who can answer questions or provide additional support between meetings. Look for "newcomer-friendly" or "beginner" meetings if you're attending for the first time.
Additional Recovery Resources in Costa Mesa
Crisis Support: If you're experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis support
Local Resources: Contact your city hall or county health department for additional local recovery resources
Information is provided for educational purposes. Meeting details are updated regularly but may change. Always verify meeting times and locations before attending. Consult healthcare professionals for medical advice.