Sounds like you are going through some serious challenges, but also that you are working toward a recovery plan that you can embrace.
Any program is just a tool. The program itself doesn't work or not work. It's inert. It's the people intent on recovery that do the work. Different people, different perspectives and experiences in life, find different tools address their situations when applied.
I think you will find many people who combine recovery methods and programs, and ample examples on which to do your dissertation. It's good to take an in depth look at this, and get the information out there.
I hope you find some relief soon from your stressful situations, and I will be honest. I hope those solutions don't include further drinking. It may ease your mind temporarily, but surely it is damaging your health in the meanwhile.
Recovery programs help us discover non drinking/using options to dealing with life's issues. They help us develop the resources within ourselves.