A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps by Stephanie S. Covington PhD LCSW

This guide to the Twelve Steps from Dr. Stephanie S. Covington, a pioneer in the field of women’s issues, addiction, and recovery, preserves the spirit of the Alcoholics Anonymous program with a focus on healing language with women’s needs in mind. Published in 1994, A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps has long been a unique resource that helps women find their own paths in recovery—paths shaped by the way women experience not only addiction and recovery, but also relationships, self, sexuality, spirituality, and everyday life. Now, stories from five new voices expand the perspective of this recovery classic. Over the past thirty years, what it means to identify as a woman in recovery has broadened to include transgender, nonbinary, and other gender-diverse people. This new edition includes updated, inclusive language to be more trauma-sensitive and welcoming to all women. This compilation of diverse voices and wisdom from real people illuminates how women understand the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and offers inspiring stories of how they travel through the Steps and discover what works for them. The book can be used alone or as a companion to AA’s Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions Read more

From the Publisher Take Ownership Over Your Recovery with Courage & Strength Recovery can feel like a man’s world. Even the language of the Twelve Steps can feel like it doesn’t align with your unique experiences as a woman. The psychological development of women facing addiction and recovery is often overlooked along with the social and cultural factors. These omissions from the Twelve Steps have left many women struggling. Struggling to remain in a recovery program that doesn’t meet their specific needs, align with their values or understand their experiences. With A Woman’s Way through the Twelve Steps, author Stephanie S. Covington, PhD, brings a new perspective to recovery inspired by the voices of all who identify as women. One that openly explores a flexible interpretation of the Twelve Steps in relation to women in recovery. Join those in this book who share their stories of struggles and triumph, letting you know you’re not alone on this journey and you have power over your recovery process.