The group is for adults 18 and older whose spouse, partner or adult family member is struggling with substance use or another addictive behavior. Participants do not need to be current Ally Psych clients.

What types of addiction does the group address?

The group is not limited to one substance or behavior. It focuses on common experiences faced by families and partners affected by substance use and other addictive or compulsive behaviors. The screening call helps determine whether the group is appropriate for each person’s situation.

Does my loved one attend?

No. This group is specifically for the partners and adult family members affected by the addictive behavior.

Is this group therapy?

This is a professionally facilitated support and psychoeducation group. It includes guided discussion and practical skills, but it is not a substitute for individual therapy, emergency care or treatment for the participant’s loved one.

Can I also request individual or family therapy?

Yes. Group participants may separately inquire about individual, couples or family services. Participation in the group does not guarantee placement, and other services depend on clinical fit and availability.

Why is enrollment limited to eight people?

A small, closed cohort gives each participant time to speak and allows trust to develop across the six weeks.

What happens if I miss a meeting?

Registration covers the complete six-week series rather than individual meetings. Missed meetings are not refunded or credited.

What is the refund policy?

Payment is nonrefundable once the group has begun. Contact Ally Psych directly regarding cancellations before the group’s start date.

What if I need a free alternative?

These free community resources can be a helpful addition to any support you receive: SMART Recovery Family & Friends, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon.

In-person support + skills group · Wayne, PA

When someone you love is struggling with addiction, you need support too.

A six-week group for spouses, partners and adult family members who feel overwhelmed, uncertain or alone because of a loved one’s substance use or addictive behavior. Find practical guidance, honest conversation and support from people who understand.

Request a Screening Call Call or Text (267) 454-1811

Six weekly meetings
In person in Wayne
Eight adults maximum
$150 for the complete series
Led by Brittany Nicoline, MA, LPC, CAADC

Starts October 28, 2026 · Wednesdays, 5:00–6:00pm · 60 minutes

You are not the only one

Addiction affects the entire family.

You may be trying to help while wondering whether your help is actually making things worse. You may feel angry, afraid, guilty or exhausted—or all four at once. You may be carrying responsibilities that were never supposed to be yours.

This group gives you a place to step out of crisis-management mode, better understand what is happening and make more thoughtful decisions about your own well-being.

This group may be right for you if…

You are a spouse or partner

You are trying to maintain a relationship while addictive behavior affects trust, communication, finances or stability.

You are a parent or adult child

You feel responsible for keeping someone safe and are unsure where support ends and taking responsibility for someone else begins.

You are a sibling or other close family member

You are caught between concern, frustration and competing expectations within the family.

You are exhausted from managing the crisis

Your loved one’s behavior has begun shaping your mood, choices, relationships or daily life.

This group is for adults affected by someone else’s substance use or addictive behavior. It is not a recovery group or treatment program for the person actively struggling with addiction.

Support with a purpose

More than a place to vent.

Each meeting combines facilitated discussion, practical education and realistic skills that members can use outside the group.

01
Understanding addiction and its effects on families
Explore how substance use and addictive behavior can affect family roles, communication and decision-making.
02
Supporting without taking over
Examine the difference between compassionate support and protecting someone from the consequences of their choices.
03
Creating and maintaining boundaries
Develop boundaries that are specific, realistic and based on what you can control.
04
Communicating during conflict
Practice communicating clearly without getting pulled into repeated threats, arguments or unproductive cycles.
05
Managing fear, anger and guilt
Build strategies for tolerating uncertainty and responding more intentionally to difficult emotions.
06
Protecting your own well-being
Create a sustainable plan for support, self-care and next steps after the group ends.

A small, consistent group.

The same eight participants meet each week, allowing trust and connection to develop over time. Brittany guides each meeting while leaving room for members to discuss what is happening in their own lives.

Closed group

Enrollment closes when the cohort begins, and new participants are not added partway through the series.

Professionally facilitated

The group is led by a licensed counselor with advanced alcohol and drug counseling credentials and experience working with people and families affected by addiction.

Practical and supportive

Meetings combine education, skills and genuine conversation. This is not a lecture, a 12-step meeting or treatment for the participating member’s loved one.

Ally Psych protects its own clinical and administrative records. Because this is a group setting, Ally Psych cannot guarantee the behavior of other participants. Group members will be asked to agree to protect one another’s privacy.

Meet the facilitator

Brittany Nicoline, MA, LPC, CAADC

Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Brittany has over eight years of experience across inpatient, outpatient and school settings. She specializes in addiction, substance use, trauma and family therapy and has experience facilitating groups.

Her style is genuine, compassionate and direct. She helps people understand difficult patterns while developing strategies that are realistic enough to use in everyday life.

Learn more about Brittany

Upcoming Wayne group

Schedule: Starts October 28, 2026 · Wednesdays, 5:00–6:00pm · 60 minutes
Format: Six-week closed group
Eligibility: Adults 18 and older
Group size: Limited to eight participants
Location: Ally Psychological Services
940 West Valley Road, Suite 1904
Wayne, PA 19087
Get directions to the Wayne office
Cost: $25 per week
Six-week commitment; $150 paid in full after screening.
Registration process: Begin with a brief screening call. If the group is an appropriate fit, payment reserves your seat.
Refund policy: No refunds are provided after the group has begun.

Request a brief screening call.

The first step is a brief phone conversation with our team. We will answer your questions, learn what you are looking for and make sure the group is an appropriate fit.

Submitting this form does not reserve a seat. Registration is complete after the screening call and payment.

This form is not monitored for emergencies. If you or someone else is in immediate danger or needs immediate medical attention, call 911. For mental health or substance-use crisis support, call or text 988.

Questions

Frequently asked questions.

You cannot control someone else’s recovery. You can get support for what this is doing to you.

Request a brief call to learn whether the next Wayne cohort is the right fit.