CoDA is an international 12-Step fellowship with thousands of participants worldwide.
Co-Dependents Anonymous, Inc. is the organization that guides our spiritual Fellowship using our Twelve Steps and our Twelve Traditions.
CoDA meetings around the world follow these shared guidelines, helping us create consistency and unity, regardless of where someone attends. The primary website for Co-Dependents Anonymous, Inc. is: www.CoDA.org.
ANCoR CoDA Organization
ANCoR (Arizona North/Central CoDA Region) is part of CoDA’s service structure in Arizona. In Twelve-Step communities, this type of service body is often called an Intergroup.
Instead of functioning “above” meetings, Intergroup exists to support and connect the meetings within its area. Individual meetings select a Group Service Representative (GSR) who carries their group’s voice to Intergroup and participates in decisions through the group conscience process.
Intergroup includes trusted servants and committees that help local meetings with resources, communication, outreach, events, and other shared needs.
To learn more about how ANCoR supports our regional Fellowship, please visit the ANCoR Intergroup page.
If you’re curious about the service or would like to participate, explore the Get Involved with CoDA section.
Frequently Asked Questions?
Do I have to identify as “codependent” to attend?
No. Anyone who wants healthier relationships or resonates with the patterns described in CoDA literature is welcome—whether or not they use the term “codependent.”
Is CoDA therapy or religious?
No. CoDA is a spiritual program, not a religious one. It’s also not a substitute for therapy or counseling. Members support one another through shared experience and the 12 Steps.
What happens at a CoDA meeting?
Meetings typically include readings, sharing, listening, and adhering to a set format. Participation is always voluntary. You’re welcome to simply listen until you’re comfortable sharing.
How much does CoDA cost?
There are no dues or fees. Meetings are self-supporting through voluntary contributions (7th Tradition), but donations are always optional.
Is service required in CoDA?
Not at all. Anyone may attend meetings without taking on a role. Service is simply another way members can support their own recovery and the Fellowship when they feel ready.
How do I know which meeting to attend?
Most people begin by selecting options that fit their schedule. Every meeting is a bit different, so trying more than one can help you find the best fit. You can explore all Arizona meetings on the Meeting List page.
Do I have to speak at my first meeting?
Nope! Many newcomers prefer to listen first. Sharing is optional at every meeting.
Is my privacy protected?
Absolutely. Anonymity is a core part of CoDA. We don’t ask for your last name, and what you hear in meetings stays in meetings. “Who you see here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here.”