Getting Help for Drug Addiction
Drug rehabilitation is the medical and therapeutic treatment process designed to help individuals overcome the physical and psychological nature of addiction. Many substances, including alcohol, have the potential for dependence. Our programme helps to tackle these issues using a combination of therapeutic approaches.
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Dave's Drug Addiction Recovery Story
Dave discusses the effects that his drug addiction and relapses had on him and his family.
He has now been sober for over 2 years following his treatment at the Providence Projects.
The first step towards recovering from drug addiction is accepting that a problem exists. This is the hardest part for many people because they are fearful of how others will perceive them. In reality, addiction is an illness like any other, and seeking treatment is a brave first step.
Drug Addiction Treatment
In a Safe & Caring Environment
How We Can Help
At The Providence Projects, we offer comprehensive treatment which includes everything you need to overcome addiction, and while you may feel like there is no way out from the cycle of abuse, we know from first hand experience that recovering from drug addiction is possible, no matter how dire things may feel right now.
- We provide a free and immediate assessment for those seeking drug addiction treatment. These assessments take no longer than 40 minutes, and are carried out either over the telephone or face-to-face. It is an opportunity for us to assess an individual’s suitability for treatment, but also for potential clients to see if we are the right fit for them.
These consultations are completely free of charge, and our dedicated team will answer any questions you may have about rehab, hopefully alleviating any fears too.
The assessment process can be arranged immediately, and will cover a range of topics such as:
- Current and previous drug use
- Previous drug detox/rehab attempts
- Medical history
- Family history
- Physical health
- Mental health
- Goals you would like to achieve
Seventeen years ago staff and peers at The Providence Project walked with me through the first six months of my sobriety. I have nothing but gratitude for the honesty, kindness, and patience shown to me during that time.
Si Mack
April 14th
Detox
Before detox can begin, you or a loved one will run through a general health check with particular focus on drug use so that any potential detox programme can be agreed.
Each and every person is unique, so depending on the nature of drug use and the type of substance you are struggling with, drug withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe. Our priority is to ensure that you or a loved one remain safe and comfortable throughout the detox phase.
Upon completion of detox, primary treatment involves therapy designed to break the cycle of addiction.
Therapeutic Care
The next phase of your drug addiction recovery involves therapy which will be provided by our team of experienced counsellors here at Providence Projects.
Primary Treatment Includes
- A Comprehensive treatment plan using the latest evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT & motivational interviewing and 12 steps.
- Therapy for family and loved ones
- A host of holistic treatments and exercise classes
- Relapse prevention therapy
- Workshops building interpersonal skills and strong support networks.
Workshops cover a range of topics such as:
- Relationships
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Anger
- Families and significant others
- Confidence
- Assertiveness
- Health & wellbeing
- Boundaries
Extended Care
Some people wish to remain in treatment for longer than the initial 28 day programme. Depending on your requirements, you may look to move on to secondary treatment with us. For some, this may not be an option due to other commitments but for others this is an essential part of strengthening the foundation made in the primary treatment programme.
During this second stage of treatment, you will continue to engage in the therapy programme and explore the issues identified during primary treatment in greater depth.
As well as resolving these issues, which many clients may have experienced for many, many years, there will also be an on-going focus on relapse prevention. The rolling relapse prevention programme explores triggers to relapse, coping mechanisms, high risk situations, thinking errors, drink and drug refusal and much more.
There is also a focus on reintegration and most clients will look to visit home during the secondary treatment phase. Secondary treatment is designed to soften the reintegration phase and ensure the smooth transition back to normal life.
Life after Rehab
It is a huge achievement to successfully complete our rehab programme. You will be equipped with a toolbox full of coping mechanisms to help you avoid relapse and maintain your recovery.
You should be incredibly proud of the steps you have taken to overcome drug addiction, and it’s important to remember that recovery is a lifelong process. It requires sustained effort, discipline and honesty to remain clean and sober, and there will undoubtedly be challenges and obstacles ahead.
Life after treatment can provoke fear and anxiety in individuals, as they adjust to life without the safety, structure and routine of a structured rehab programme. That’s why our team of addiction counsellors work with every client to develop a strong recovery plan prior to them leaving, as well as offering a variety of bespoke aftercare provisions to suit their needs.
Our aftercare services are there to provide additional support during the early stages of drug addiction recovery:
- Ongoing therapy & support
- Sober coaching and recovery services
Support for Loved Ones during Treatment
Drug addiction is a family issue and the healing process in many ways, depends on the family unit coming together. Addiction can damage relationships at home and cause distrust, which can often leave family members feeling angry and hurt.
We place a lot of emphasis on the family unit, and long-term recovery requires collaboration, honesty and trust. Throughout the treatment process, we remain in close contact with loved ones my providing family therapy where needed. It is important for families to heal from the pain of addiction, but it’s also vitally important that consistent boundaries are put in place post-rehab.
This service is available to everyone throughout the UK. If distance is an issue we can arrange online family support workshops with our therapists.
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