Hi Ashli.
Yes, I was the same. Really felt awkward and anxious around groups of people. I thought alcohol was a magical cure for that. And it worked a treat for a while...but we all know how that story ends.
I had to distance myself from places where alcohol was served for several months and I kept away from other drinkers.
I just concentrated on keeping myself sober. I lived on SR, I went to AA meetings. I was just quiet.
There will come a time to re-engage with the social scene if that's what you want to do. But I learned to accept I will always be happier in the company of a few trusted friends rather than a large group, and that's ok with me x