Having trouble giving up the drink. Any advice?

There’s a non drinkers section on this website which has lots of good advice and friendly ppl

Just over a year ago I felt the same way. It was a very stressful time in my life. Nearly every night I would drink cans, anywhere between 4-8 go to bed at 11 and up the next morning at 4:45 to be at work for 6 (I walk so at least I didn't put anyone I'm danger getting behind the wheel). I was barely able to function at work.

This went on for a 4-5 month period. I tried going to 2 local AA meetings but i found these not to be helpful as it seemed to be all about "reconnecting with God" but I don't practice a religion.

Next I tried cognitive behavioural therapist recommended by my GP. It was pretty intense, basically broke me down to the core of my problem and helped make look at it from a new perspective, change my way of thinking and handling stress. I still make appointments once a month or so because its helped me overcome a lot of things not just drinking but at the start I was going once a week.

I still drink too but very rarely at home unless it's an occasion with family or friends and I still go out at least once or twice a month. I'm still pretty young and at my age your social life nearly revolves around drinking.

Good on you for being aware of the problem, I've been told its usually people who choose to ignore it or are ignorant to the fact that really it becomes full blown alcoholism.
I wish you well