"I just feel like I need more inner work."
My experiences have been a little different that some of the posters on this thread.
I went to treatment, which integrated me into AA.
I have been working the program ever since.
Since getting sober, I have never been to a therapist or psychologist.
I suspect that I have some issues (childhood ones come to mind) for which that kind of help would give me some additional peace.
I plan to explore that option next year (I have already discussed it with my very understanding wife).
But I have done a lot of outer work by helping others who are, or who aspire to be, in recovery, and I tend to help a fair amount of others who have no need for substance abuse or mental health assistance.
As you may expect, I seem to be the person who profits from these effort, likely more than the others I am trying to help.
I have long since gotten over the guilt and shame feelings which were a part of my daily life for decades, but, I think, largely because I try to do a fair amount of good things on a daily basis.
There is a whole world of people who need help, so it's not hard to find someone we can try to assist.
Just my thoughts - I'm glad you're here and I'm happy you have brought up this topic.