I will never disparage anyone that was/is helped by AA. I have friends that were/ are, and even my therapist is a staunch advocate. But AA is not the ONLY route to becoming sober......and it was not mine. I, too, was turned off by the one AA meeting I attended. During the meeting I became so upset with the "drunkalogues" that I left before it was over. I knew it would never be right for ME, no matter how many different groups I attended. So instead I sought therapy. One on one counseling with a substance abuse
counselor was the correct personal choice because I am still sober more than 13 months later. Bottom line is......do whatever it takes and whatever is right for YOU to get and remain sober. The way in which you attain your sobriety is not nearly as important as your sobriety itself. Hope I haven't offended any AA-ers here because you really do have my respect.