Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) works closely with the professional community by serving as a trusted resource for ongoing recovery support. Professionals such as physicians, psychologists, addiction counselors, social workers, and clergy often refer individuals to AA when they identify problematic drinking behaviors.

For example, a primary care doctor might suggest AA to a patient showing signs of alcohol dependence, while a therapist treating someone for anxiety or depression may recommend AA if alcohol misuse is a contributing factor.

Similarly, a social worker in a family services agency might refer a parent to AA as part of a broader recovery or reunification plan. These referrals help bridge clinical treatment with peer-based support, offering individuals a pathway to sustained sobriety through AA’s Twelve-Step program and community-based meetings.