Phoenix, Arizona NA Meetings

About NA Meetings in Phoenix

Narcotics Anonymous is a free, peer-led fellowship for anyone who wants to stop using drugs. There are no dues or fees, and you do not need a referral, an ID, or a diagnosis to attend. Phoenix Area Service Committee supports NA meetings in and around Phoenix.

They are part of the Arizona Region of Narcotics Anonymous. Both in-person and virtual meetings are available, so you can start today whether you want to sit in a room or join from home.

Finding an NA Meeting in Phoenix

The finder above shows NA meetings near the location you enter in the database and not only those with a Phoenix mailing address.  Since Phoenix sits at the center of the Valley, meetings in neighboring cities are often only a short drive away. Searching for NA meetings by proximity usually gives you more real options than a strict city line would.

Expect to see meetings in Phoenix alongside ones in Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, and Gilbert depending on your radius and the day. The Phoenix schedule is one of the fullest in Arizona, and it covers a wide range of formats.

You will find open meetings that anyone can attend and closed meetings for people who want to stop using, along with beginner and newcomer meetings, discussion and speaker meetings, and Basic Text and step study groups. Meetings focused on specific groups are also part of the local schedule.

The Arizona Region also lists Spanish-language meetings across the state, so if you prefer to attend in Spanish, ask the area helpline where the nearest one meets. For current days and times, use the finder above or call the Phoenix Area helpline at 602-325-4702. You can also browse the full schedule through the Arizona Region of NA.

Drug Use and Overdose in Arizona and Maricopa County

The national picture has improved. After years of rising deaths, drug overdose fatalities in the United States have fallen for three straight years. Arizona has run against that trend recently, with deaths climbing in 2025 even as most of the country continued to decline. Knowing the local climate is part of why finding support early matters.

These figures represent national and state-level data. Phoenix does not publish separate city-level overdose counts in a comparable format. Maricopa County, in which Phoenix is located, is among the Arizona counties with the highest opioid overdose death rates and maintains a Phoenix-specific fatal overdose dashboard through the county health department.

Treatment Options In and Near Phoenix

NA works well alongside professional treatment, and many people use both. Care is usually described in levels, from medically supervised detox to residential and outpatient programs, so the right starting point depends on your situation.

Phoenix has one of the largest concentrations of treatment providers in the state, including opioid treatment programs, detox facilities, and outpatient clinics across the metro area.

For opioid use disorder, medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone are the evidence-based standard of care. These medications reduce cravings and lower the risk of overdose, and they are fully compatible with attending NA. Recovery is not a single path, and using medication does not mean you cannot be part of the fellowship.

To find nearby options, search FindTreatment.gov by ZIP code, or call the free, confidential SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357, available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish. Learn more about your options in our guides to detox and levels of care and medications for opioid use disorder.

Naloxone and Harm Reduction

Naloxone, often sold as Narcan, is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose within minutes. It is safe, has no potential for misuse, and has no effect on someone who has not taken opioids. In Arizona, you do not need a prescription to get it.

• Pharmacies
  A statewide standing order lets any Arizona-licensed pharmacist dispense naloxone without a prescription, and it is also available over the counter.
• Free naloxone
  https://www.stopodaz.org/
  Stop Overdose Deaths Arizona lists participating pharmacies that provide it at no cost, and Maricopa County publishes a guide to free naloxone locations.
• Sonoran Prevention Works
  https://spwaz.org/
  Mails naloxone to Arizona residents and runs community outreach across the state.
• Shot in the Dark
  https://www.scattergoodfoundation.org/award_submission/shot-in-the-dark/
  Provides naloxone, sterile supplies, and fentanyl test strips to people in Maricopa County.

Arizona’s Good Samaritan Law (A.R.S. § 13-3423) protects anyone who seeks medical help in good faith during an overdose. Neither the caller nor the person overdosing can be arrested or charged for drug possession or paraphernalia in that situation, so calling 911 is always the right move.

For more on recognizing and responding to an overdose, see our overdose prevention guide.

Crisis and Immediate Help

Phoenix NA Meetings FAQ

Are there NA meetings in Phoenix?

Yes, Phoenix has one of the largest NA schedules in Arizona, with in-person and virtual meetings throughout the week, plus more in nearby Valley cities such as Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa, and Glendale. Use the finder above for the current list.

Are NA meetings free?

Yes. Narcotics Anonymous has no dues or fees. Groups pass a basket for voluntary donations to cover expenses like rent and literature, but you are never required to give anything.

Are there beginner or newcomer meetings near Phoenix?

Yes, the Phoenix area schedule includes beginner and newcomer meetings meant for people attending for the first time. If you are new, arriving a few minutes early makes it easy to ask someone what to expect.

Are there virtual NA meetings?

Yes, virtual meetings are part of the Phoenix area schedule, which is helpful if you cannot travel, have a hard time getting out, or simply want to attend privately from home.

Are there women’s, men’s, or LGBTQ+ meetings?

Yes, the local schedule includes women’s, men’s, and LGBTQ+ meetings for people who feel more comfortable in a focused group. The finder and the area helpline can point you to the next one.

Do I have to be abstinent to attend?

No, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. You are welcome at open meetings no matter where you are in the process, and NA does not turn anyone away for how much or how recently they have used.

About This Directory

Narcotics.com is an independent resource and is not affiliated with Narcotics Anonymous World Services, Inc. Meeting information is drawn from public listings and can change, so please confirm details through the finder above or the Arizona Region of NA before you go.

Some links on this page may be paid advertising or affiliate placements, and calls to a general helpline may be answered by a paid advertiser. We do not receive a fee based on which treatment provider a caller chooses, and there is no obligation to enter treatment.

Related Pages

• Detox and levels of care
• Medications for opioid use disorder
• Overdose prevention and naloxone
• Fentanyl and synthetic opioids