@JohnnyB0913, I agree with the others. She will need a long time to recover. She also may relapse, which can frequently happen after a detox. She will struggle with this for the rest of her life since she's an alcoholic. Many remain sober, but need to attend AA meetings, sometimes every night and sometimes a few times a week. It is true that addicts may cling to a romantic partner as a crutch during their addiction. She does need to learn how to stand on her own two feet, to be sober for at least one year and to recover without a relationship. If you were involved, it would be an unhealthy relationship. I know you love her immensely, but since you love her, you should do what's truly best for her. I can imagine how difficult that will be for you, but it's what's best for her. You cannot save someone... that person must save themselves and learn how to cope in life without any crutches, including a relationship and alcohol.