Free Online Family Support Meetings
Join free live virtual family therapy and support meetings for families impacted by addiction and mental health—nationwide, no insurance required. Weekly online sessions cover boundaries, communication, and healing with facilitators who understand your journey. Use the schedule below, register for the meeting that fits your time zone, or start from our free virtual family therapy hub for the full program list.
Every meeting below is free and live online. Times are anchored in Central Time with Pacific, Eastern, and Mountain conversions so families across the U.S. can plan. Registration is free—no insurance required for TFRF free virtual family therapy sessions. After you register, watch email for your confirmation link and join from a private space with headphones if possible.
| Meeting | When | U.S. time zones | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Your Family | Mondays 7:00 PM CT | 5:00 PM PT · 8:00 PM ET · 6:00 PM MT | Register free → |
| The Family Room | Thursdays 10:00 AM CT | 8:00 AM PT · 11:00 AM ET · 9:00 AM MT | Register free → |
| Morning Meditation | Monday–Friday 9:00 AM CT | 7:00 AM PT · 10:00 AM ET · 8:00 AM MT | Register free → |
| The Courage to Detach | Last Wednesday of the month, 5:00 PM PT | 7:00 PM CT · 8:00 PM ET · 6:00 PM MT | See hub registration → |
| 1-on-1 Family Coaching | By appointment | Scheduled around your time zone | Request coaching → |
Structured family therapy, open support, daily mindfulness, monthly detachment intensives, and 1-on-1 coaching—all available as free virtual options for families navigating addiction and mental health impact. Choose the format that matches your energy and schedule; many families stack Fix Your Family with The Family Room.
Mondays at 7:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM PT
A structured program designed to help families understand addiction, improve communication, and rebuild trust. Led by experienced facilitators who guide participants through evidence-based strategies for healing. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
Thursdays at 10:00 AM CT / 8:00 AM PT
An open support group where family members can share experiences, receive encouragement, and learn from others walking a similar path. A safe space for connection and community building. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
Monday-Friday at 9:00 AM CT / 7:00 AM PT
Start each day with guided meditation and mindfulness practices designed to reduce anxiety, build emotional resilience, and create a foundation of peace for navigating family challenges. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
Last Wednesday of every month at 5 PT
A specialized session focused on the difficult but essential skill of healthy detachment. Learn to set boundaries while maintaining love and compassion for your loved one in recovery. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
By appointment
Personalized one-on-one coaching sessions tailored to your family's unique situation. Work directly with a certified family recovery coach to develop customized strategies and action plans. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
On-demand access
Comprehensive educational materials, workshops, and resources designed to help families understand addiction, mental health, and the recovery process. Available anytime, anywhere. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
24/7 access
A secure, private messaging platform where families can connect directly with TFRF's Clinical Director for guidance, questions, and support at any time of day or night. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
Application-based
Financial assistance programs to help families access quality treatment and intervention services. We believe cost should never be a barrier to getting the help your family needs. Free and virtual unless otherwise noted—open to families nationwide.
Register free, confirm the time in your local zone, and set aside a private space. You do not need your loved one to attend. Bring a notebook if you like—sessions often cover communication scripts, boundary language, and emotional regulation tools you can use the same week.
Technology: phone, tablet, or computer with internet and a virtual meeting link from your confirmation email. Headphones improve privacy when others are home.
Facilitators welcome participants, set confidentiality expectations, and guide discussion or skills practice. You may share as much or as little as you want. Groups are free virtual family therapy and support—not crisis intervention. If you are in immediate danger, leave the session and call 911 or 988.
Afterward, many families re-register weekly, explore education modules on the free virtual family therapy hub, or request 1-on-1 coaching via get free family help.
Pick Fix Your Family, The Family Room, Morning Meditation, or request 1-on-1 coaching. Review the schedule and time-zone conversions so you can commit to a live online slot.
Complete the short form with your name, contact info, and any notes about your family situation. There is no payment step for free virtual family therapy programs.
Watch email (and spam folders) for confirmation, the virtual meeting link, and any prep tips. Add the session to your calendar in your local time zone.
Log in a few minutes early, join from a private space, and participate as you are able. Many families attend weekly; consistency builds skill and support. Register for additional programs anytime from this hub.
Free virtual family therapy and live online support groups through The Family Recovery Foundation do not charge a per-session fee. You do not need insurance to join free programs. Optional donations support the mission but are never required to participate.
Choose a program, submit the free registration form, and receive confirmation with the virtual meeting link and any preparation notes. Sessions run live on video/online platforms—join from anywhere in the United States with a stable internet connection.
Our free virtual family therapy is designed for spouses, parents, adult children, siblings, and close supports impacted by a loved one’s addiction and/or mental health challenges. You can participate even if your loved one is not ready for treatment.
TFRF free programs are ongoing family support and education—not a crisis hotline, detox, residential treatment, or emergency medical service. For immediate danger call 911. For mental health or substance crisis support call or text 988.
Compare options and understand how free counseling works before you register.
Yes. Live online family therapy sessions, support groups, and many coaching pathways through TFRF are offered at no cost. No insurance is required for free programs. Donations are optional and never a condition of attendance.
Most weekly sessions list Central Time (CT) as the anchor, with Pacific, Eastern, and Mountain conversions in our schedule table. Always double-check your local conversion for Daylight Saving changes. Registration confirmations include the meeting time.
Al-Anon and similar fellowships are peer-led 12-step style meetings. Paid apps and clinics offer licensed clinical therapy (often insurance or self-pay). TFRF free virtual family therapy combines facilitated live online family sessions, education modules, and optional coaching—at no cost—focused on families impacted by addiction and mental health. Read the full comparison: TFRF vs Al-Anon vs paid family therapy.
Sessions are led by TFRF’s experienced family recovery facilitators and peer advocates, including leadership with clinical credentials such as Beth Durling, MS, CADCII, ICADC (Executive Director). Facilitator rosters can vary by program; credentials and experience are family-recovery focused.
A phone, tablet, or computer with internet, a private space to speak, and the ability to join a video/online meeting link. Headphones help with privacy. If you have access barriers, contact us at 888-964-8825 and we will try to help.
We ask all participants to respect confidentiality: what is shared in group stays in group. Facilitators follow professional and organizational privacy practices. Sessions are not a substitute for privileged clinical care in every jurisdiction—see our Privacy Policy for how TFRF handles personal data from forms and registrations.
Yes. Free virtual family therapy is for you as a family member. You do not need your loved one’s permission or participation to register and attend.
Questions? Call 888-964-8825 or visit the free virtual family therapy hub.
