Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Chelmsford
There can be a number of reasons why you may need addiction treatment services in Chelmsford. It may be due to the fact that you have good reasons to travel there for help, or you already live in the local area.
There is also a sizable number of people from around the UK but looking to receive alcohol or drug addiction treatment in Chelmsford.
Why? Because there are some very good rehab facilities to choose from in this area, and they generally offer a very high standard of care and service.
Here at Rehab Recovery we can offer you support on the following addictions and more: alcohol addiction, cannabis use disorder, Buprenorphine addiction, ketamine addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, cocaine dependence, binge drinking, behavioural addictions, eating disorders, gambling addiction, opioid use disorder, as well as mental health problems such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Get the help you need to overcome addiction by calling our expert team today on 0800 088 66 86
Good Reasons to Choose Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Chelmsford
It is relatively easy for people living in the UK to travel to Chelmsford for addiction help. Here are some of the possible reasons why they might want to do this:
- It can be more cost effective to travel to Chelmsford for this type of treatment. The price of rehab elsewhere in the UK has risen dramatically over the last decade, and some people are now deciding to travel to Chelmsford as a result. It may be possible to find an equally good facility, but that costs significantly less.
- Giving up an addiction is a significant event in a person’s life – this is a special time. It seems reasonable that the person might want to go through this process somewhere nice like Chelmsford. There is no reason why a person can’t go through rehab in the most ideal environment possible.
- There are some great benefits of going through a rehab facility that offers a high level of comfort. With this type of treatment, there will be avoidable and unavoidable discomforts. By choosing a comfortable rehab the individual will be eliminating many of the avoidable discomforts.
- Some people are not going to want their friends and work colleagues to know that they are going into rehab. This may be because they are worried about the stigma involved or they just want to keep this treatment private. By travelling outside of London, the person will find it much easier to protect their anonymity.
- It is sometimes claimed that people struggle to think differently when they are stuck in their usual environment. By leaving this environment, and going somewhere different, the person may be able to get a new perspective on things. By going to Chelmsford for rehab the individual will be emphasising to their psyche that this is a fresh start and that the future is full of exciting possibilities.
- Those who are already staying in Chelmsford will usually find that it makes more sense for them to get treatment there.
- There may be options available in Chelmsford that are not available elsewhere in the UK. There are now many different approaches to addiction, and it is best if the individual finds the one that is most similar to their worldview.
Enjoy the wonderful benefits of attending drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by calling us today on 0800 088 66 86
How Long Does Rehab in Chelmsford Last?
The amount of time you will likely require in drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford depends upon the type of drug you are using, your state of physical health and the severity of your addiction.
An alcohol detox programme without extended rehabilitation may be completed in around 10 days. In contrast, a heroin detox (causing heroin withdrawal) may take up to 21 days to complete.
All rehabs in Chelmsford are regulated by the Care Quality Commissionand the clinics must carry out a thorough physical examination of each client upon admission.
It is important for rehabs to ensure you do not discharge from their care until it is absolutely safe to do so, and so the exact amount of time you are recommended to stay in rehab varies from person to person.
We find the most successful rehab programmes are those that run over a four-week period. This is because you will take part in daily therapy sessions throughout this period to help you build the tools needed to avoid relapse when you return to your home.
These therapy sessions tackle the underlying emotional causes of drug and alcohol addiction.
To find out how long your stay at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford is liekly to last, call us today on 0800 088 66 86
How Much Does Rehab in Chelmsford Cost?
Rehab in Chelmsford varies depending on the clinic you select. A typical month-long rehab may cost as little as £5,000 or as much as£13,000. A 7-day detox starts at around £2,500.
It is also possible to undergo a home detox in Chelmsford for around £1,500.
You would then be able to undergo therapy on an outpatient basis, and also attend local Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous programmes in Chelmsford.
For a more accurate prediction of how long your stay at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford will cost, call us today on 0800 088 66 86
What Types of Therapy Take Place at Chelmsford Rehab Clinics?
Following the completion of alcohol or drug detox, the focus of rehab is on rehabilitation.
One means of achieving this is to tackle the underlying emotional causes of addiction, and this is possible via addiction counselling and therapy sessions.
Rehabs in Chelmsford make use of modern evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Motivational Enhancement Therapy and Brief Interventions.
You also take part in counsellor-led Group Therapy and Family Therapy sessions.
Here, you will, along with the rest of the group, be shown how to identify the situations or emotions that cause you to drink alcohol or use drugs.
You will develop positive coping mechanisms to help you remain in your recovery following the conclusion of residential rehab.
You will also be offered several alternative and holistic therapies to provide support for your general mental and physical well-being.
This can include art therapy, music therapy, mindfulness, meditation, acupuncture, yoga and many others.
To access any of these superb therapies, access a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by calling us today on 0800 088 66 86
How to Get the Most out of a Chelmsford Rehab
If an individual decides to travel to Chelmsford in order to enter a rehab centre, they may well be making a very good choice.
It is crucial though, that the person understands that even the best rehab in the world will not be able to help them unless they approach things the right way.
In order to get the most from this type of treatment program, it will be necessary to:
- The person should enter this facility with the intention of doing whatever it takes to achieve lasting sobriety. The individual should have no reservations about doing what needs to be done. If the person is willing to do whatever it takes there will be a way that they can fail.
- Entering rehab means taking a leap of faith. It means trusting that those who are working in this facility know what they are doing. The individualwill not be expected to just blindly do whatever they are told, but they do need to consider every suggestion in good faith. It can often be the suggestion that the individual feels most resistant against that they most need to take on board.
- The individual needs to develop a beginner’s mind. This means that they are able to put away all their preconceived notions and ideas. If the person is too caught up in their own ideas and opinions it will be impossible for them to learn something new. The individual needs to keep in mind that it will have been their thinking that led them into addiction in the first place.
- The person has to have a sense of urgency when they enter this type of program. They will only have a limited amount of time to pick up the substantial knowledge and skills that they are going to need to make their future better. This sense of urgency does not mean that the person should not have fun in rehab – they are very likely to enjoy themselves at times- but it does mean that the person should keep their eye on the prize.
Make sure that you get the most from your time at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by calling us today on 0800 088 66 86
Addiction Statistics in Chelmsford
Below we have compiled a list of some of the more important statistics surrounding addiction currently.
Drug Addiction
If you are suffering from a drug or alcohol addiction in the Chelmsford area, then the following statistics might be of interest to you.
Between 2018 and 2019, a total of 4,259 people died in the UK from drug poisoning [1].
In the same year, a total of 9.4% of all adults aged between 16 and 49 admitted to taking an illicit drug [2].
More worryingly, out of individuals aged between 16 and 24, 20% admitted to taking an illicit drug at some point in their young lives [2].
Unfortunately, the data also shows that your surroundings impact your exposure to drugs. For example, if you live in an urban area, then you are 9.8% more likely to have tried drugs than people living in a more rural area (2018) [3].
Alcohol Addiction
Across the world, every year, on average a total of 3 million people die from alcohol abuse. [4].
Unfortunately, between 2018 and 2019 a total of 358,000 people were admitted to hospital due to alcohol consumption [5].
Additionally, in 2018 people died from alcohol addiction or issues in the UK [5].
Although many people might believe that young people or young adults consume the most alcohol, data shows that it is actually individuals aged between 55 and 64 who consume the most units every week [5].
Find all the help you need to beat addiction in Chelmsford by giving our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
The Disease Model of Addiction
For lots of people who struggle with an addiction to substances, it’s easy to blame themselves.
However, it’s important to remember that addiction is a disease of the brain.
Addiction is not considered a ‘choice’ or ‘moral failing’ on behalf of the addiction sufferer – it is an illness like any other.
The Disease Model of Addiction highlights that when an individual is addicted to a substance, then they are simply not in control of their actions. Therefore, addiction is a disease and a chronic brain disorder.
In fact, substance abuse actually changes the brain’s structure, which affects the individual’s ability to control their cravings, urges and behaviour.
If an individual abuses drugs or alcohol for a prolonged period of time, then the substance will change the way the brain perceives pleasure. It actually reduces the brain’s sensitivity to the reward pathways in the brain.
Therefore, individuals who abuse drugs or alcohol struggle to feel positive and pleasurable feelings like they once did.
This causes individuals to consume more and more of the drug in order to avoid experiencing withdrawal symptoms and feel the ‘high’ that they once did from the substance. Withdrawal symptoms and complications from long-term substance abuse include seizures, hepatitis, delirium tremens, wernicke encephalopathy and more.
The brain disease model creates a less stigmatising image and perception of addiction, highlighting the fact that it’s not the individual’s ‘moral failure’ but a disease [6].
You can read more about the disease of addiction here.
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Dual Diagnosis at Rehab in Chelmsford
Dual Diagnosis is a term that is used to describe when an individual suffers from a pre-existing and co-occurring mental health issue and an addiction issue at the same time.
Many individuals who suffer from a mental health issue turn to drugs or alcohol as a crutch or a form of comfort or escape from the harsh reality of the daily grind and their issues.
There are a number of underlying mental health disorders that lead to addiction, including schizophrenia, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.
In many cases, it’s hard to identify which comes first. In some cases, drug and alcohol abuse causes mental health issues. In other cases, a mental health issue causes and leads to addiction.
Therefore, it’s difficult to fully know and understand how your mental health and substance use disorder affects and impact each other.
This is why when you attend rehab, if you are diagnosed with a dual diagnosis, then you will be treated for both equally.
Treatment for a dual diagnosis involves evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, group therapy and anxiety management.
To discover how a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford will work to support your mental health, call our team today on 0800 088 66 86
The Importance of Achieving Abstinence
Experts have agreed that abstinence is far more effective than harm reduction or moderation management – as a result, that is what rehabs focus on.
Most rehab centres follow the National Institute on Drug Abuse’s advice that there are four stages to recovery.
These include:
- Initial Treatment
- Initial Abstinence
- Abstinence Maintenance
- Advanced Recovery
Whilst all of these stages are important in their own right to achieve recovery, it’s important that a lot of attention is given to achieving and then maintaining your abstinence.
All rehab centres focus and highlight the importance of achieving complete abstinence, rather than simply just trying to reduce your addiction cravings or reducing the harm that it’s causing.
By aiming for and focussing on achieving and maintaining complete abstinence, your life will be significantly improved.
By achieving abstinence, the chances of relapsing are reduced compared to simply reducing your intake. Additionally, your health and mental well being will be significantly improved.
You’ll notice some short term and immediate health benefits like increased energy levels, better skin and hair, better sleep and improved memory.
You’ll also receive more long term health benefits such as an improved and healthier liver and heart.
Get the best possible help to achieve and maintain abstinence at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by calling our expert team on 0800 088 66 86
Private Rehab vs. Council-Funded Rehab in Chelmsford
For lots of people in the UK, it’s easy to get confused thinking that there are specific ‘NHS-funded rehab’ centres.
Unfortunately, this is not the case.
This is because there is no such thing as NHS-run drug and alcohol centres in the UK.
Private rehab centres hold reserved spaces for people who can’t afford to attend private rehab, allowing them a bed in their centre which is funded by the NHS.
As you can imagine, due to a current lack of funding, these NHS-funded spaces are very limited.
Therefore, when debating whether or not you should pay to attend private rehab, you should carefully consider the pros and cons.
For help choosing between private and NHS-funded addiction treatment services in Chelmsford, give our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Pros of Private Rehab
- You will get help the same day, skipping the waiting list.
- You will receive professional, top-of-the-range therapy from the best in the business.
- You will receive a long-term relapse prevention plan.
- You will receive care day in and day out, particularly throughout your detox.
- By being away from home, you’ll be removed from your at-home stressors and triggers.
Cons of Private Rehab
- It is costly.
- You might be overwhelmed by the choice that your money gets you.
Pros of NHS-Funded Rehab
- It’s equally as confidential as rehab is.
- It will not cost you anything but your time.
- It will be local.
Cons of NHS-Funded Rehab
- You might have to endure a long waiting list.
- You might not tick all of the boxes to attend NHS-funded rehab.
- You might get less one to one time in therapy.
- If you suffer from a dual diagnosis, your mental health issues will be treated separately which might take longer to recover.
Other organisations to consider
Below is a list of other organisations that offer free support and advice for addiction in and around Chelmsford:
1. Essex Young People’s Drug & Alcohol Service
Address: 114 Springfield Rd, Chelmsford CM2 6LF
Telephone: 01245 493311
Website: http://www.childrenssocietyeast.org.uk/
2. Open Road Chelmsford
Address: Mansard House, 107-109 New London Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0PP
Telephone: 0844 499 1323
Website: http://www.openroad.org.uk/
3. Futures in Mind
Address: 32 Moulsham St, Chelmsford CM2 0HX
Telephone: 01376 316126
Website: https://www.futuresinmind.org.uk/
You can also reach out to a number of helplines, including Mind UK, YoungMinds, Rethink Mental Illness, Samaritans and Papyrus, SMART Recovery or find an Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous or Cocaine Anonymous near you. The NHS are also there to help you, through addiction help from the NHS Foundation Trust
Other organisations that can help you are Alateen, National Association for Children of Alcoholics, We Are With You, Turning Point, and Change Grow Live.
Make sure that you end up in the right alcohol or drug rehab for your unique needs by calling us today on 0800 088 66 86
Why Residential Rehab in Chelmsford IS NOT for Everyone
Unfortunately, not everyone is deemed suitable to attend residential rehab.
Here is a list of criteria that often need to be met before you will be admitted into a rehab centre.
- You must drink 30 or more units of alcohol every day.
- If you’re suffering from co-occurring mental health issues and would struggle to detox at home.
- If you are having, or have had suicidal thoughts.
- If you’ve tried but failed to do a home detox.
- If you’ve ever acted violently whilst drunk or on drugs, or if you’re suffering from seizures or delirium tremens.
- If you’re suffering from Wernicke’s Encephalopathy.
Professionals also use the DSM-IV-TR diagnostic criteria in order to help them determine whether or not an individual is suitable for residential rehab.
These criteria factors include:
- Continuing to consume the drug even though you are aware of the harm it is doing.
- If you’re going out of your way to getting hold of the substance (lying, stealing etc).
- If you have ever attempted to give up but have failed.
- If you’re consuming more of the substance to get the same high that you once did consume much less.
- Continuing to consume the substance just so that you do not experience withdrawal symptoms.
- An increase in tolerance.
- Cancelling plans or dropping hobbies.
To find out if residential rehab in Chelmsford is the right choice for you, call us today on 0800 088 66 86
The Alternatives to Going to Rehab in Chelmsford
Professionally supported drug and alcohol rehab is one of the best ways to recover from addiction, but it isn’t for everyone.
Thankfully there are many alternative treatments available in Chelmsford.
1. Home Detox
Home detoxes are great for people who do not want to go to residential rehab. You will receive help and support over the phone on a daily basis, and receive medication through the post.
2. SMART Meetings
SMART Meetings believe in not the ‘12 steps’ but just ‘4 steps.’
These steps include:
- Motivation
- Dealing with cravings
- Managing your negative emotions
- Tips on how to live a happier, everyday life
3. Al-Anon Family Group Meetings
Al-Anon and other family group meetings are a fantastic way for friends and family members to receive help and support when a loved one is receiving drug and alcohol rehab help in Chelmsford.
They aim to help family members come to terms with their loved ones’ addiction, whilst learning how to talk and help them.
4. AA or Narcotics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous are self-help groups that believe in the 12 steps to recovery, which is based on the concept of a higher power.
Whilst attending your local group meeting, you will meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing, whilst receiving tips, advice and help with your addiction.
5. Outpatient Treatment Via a Local Drug & Alcohol Team in Chelmsford
Thankfully, there is a wide range of outpatient treatment options in Chelmsford.
Your local drug and alcohol team will be able to guide you towards the best outpatient centres and treatment options.
Outpatient treatment must not be confused with a home detox. With outpatient treatment, you will attend sessions and meetings at a centre on a daily basis, to receive your treatment, therapy and medication.
You will then be allowed to return back home so that you can continue with your day-to-day life.
Whatever help you need – whether from a traditional drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford, or from one of these excellent alternative services – call our expert team today on 0800 088 66 86
The Admissions Process at Rehab in Chelmsford
If you’re looking for drug and alcohol rehab centres in Chelmsford, then Rehab Recovery can help.
The ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) has released a list of patient placement criteria, which professionals are using to help admit individuals into rehab centres.
The ASAM criteria help doctors and healthcare professionals gain an understanding and insight into an individual’s addiction [7].
They use a total of 6 dimensions, listed below.
Dimension 1 – Detox Potential
Professionals will try to determine how likely it is that you are able to detox from the addictive substance, whilst determining what kind of treatment and level of support you would need.
Dimension 2 – Health & Wellbeing
They will also assess your overall health so that they can determine what kind of treatment you will need, and what kind of health risks might exist when detoxing.
Dimension 3 – Psychological Wellbeing
Professionals will also look into your mental health, to determine whether or not you suffer from a dual diagnosis.
Dimension 4 – Your Commitment to the Cause
They will also ask you questions concerning your commitment to recover, as this will have a huge effect on whether or not you will be likely to recover.
Dimension 5 – Relapse Potential
The healthcare professionals will also try to determine if you’ve attempted to recover in the past.
Dimension 6 – Home Environment & Potential Triggers
They will also ask you questions about your home life and whether or not there are any external or internal triggers leading to your addiction.
After assessing you via these six dimensions, the team will be able to determine if your addiction is mild (2 or three of the above symptoms), moderate (four or five of the above symptoms) or severe (five or more).
Additionally, healthcare professionals use the DSM-5 tool as highlighted above to determine if an individual is ready or suitable for rehab and will categorise your addiction as mild, moderate or severe.
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Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)
In addition to the above, clinical professionals also use the AUDIT test to determine the severity of an individual’s addiction [9].
It involves a series of 10 questions revolving around your consumption, your dependency and the consequences of your addiction and use.
These questions include [9]:
- How much do you drink in terms of units?
- How often do you drink more than 6 units if you’re a woman and 8 units if you’re a male in the last year?
- Has anyone ever expressed concern about your addiction?
- How many times in the past year have you not been able to stop drinking?
- How many times in the past year have you felt regretful or guilty after drinking?
- How many times in the last year have you let yourself down or not kept up with daily tasks and responsibilities because of your addiction?
- Have you ever hurt yourself or someone else whilst drinking?
- How many times have you not been able to remember the night before after drinking?
- How many times in the past year have you needed to drink or take drugs to get up?
You can answer never, monthly or less, 2- 4 times a month, 2-3 times a week or 4 or more times a week [9].
If you score more than 13 points, then it would suggest that you are dependent on alcohol [9].
CAGE Questionnaire
Similarly, the CAGE questionnaire is another way to test your likelihood of alcohol addiction based on a series of questions. In this instance there are 4 questions with a YES or NO answer. Each YES answer acts as 1 point. The higher your points, the more of an indication that you may have an alcohol substance use disorder.
- C – Cutting Down
- A – Annoyance by Criticism
- G – Guilty Feeling
- E – Eye-openers
These questions are:
- Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking?
- Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?
- Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking?
- Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover (eye-opener)?
Do you think you may need the help of an alcohol rehab in Chelmsford? Give our expert team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
When is a Professional Intervention Needed in Chelmsford?
An intervention is a great way for a family member or friend to express their concern and try and get their friend or family member help.
It’s when an individual formulates a plan to help an individual recognise that they need help and point them in the right direction. They plan a formulated, calm meeting with the individual and talk them through their options.
Having treatment options in mind, allows the individual to understand their options whilst acknowledging the effort and thought you’ve put into it, highlighting how much you care and are worried about them.
You might want to inform an intervention specialist of your plans, as they will be able to guide and help you and even possibly be there on the day to keep the conversation on track.
If you’re thinking about holding an intervention for a loved one or family member, then it might be a good idea to look into CRAFT.
CRAFT stands for Community Reinforcement And Family Training which supports family members and loved ones of individuals who are suffering from an addiction.
They have lots of information and tips on how to hold a successful intervention.
For example, they provide information on how to use positive reinforcement throughout the intervention which is a highly successful tool and technique [10].
Make sure that your loved one gets the help they need from a rehab in Chelmsford by calling our team today on 0800 088 66 86
Tips for Choosing the Right Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Chelmsford
If you’re struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction in Chelmsford and are seeking rehab, then you might benefit from some tips on how to find the right kind of rehab centre for you.
There are plenty of options to choose from in the Chelmsford area, and the truth is that attending any form of rehab will be beneficial.
Here are some tips to look out for if you’re seeking the right drug and alcohol rehab centre for you in Chelmsford:
- Look at testimonials and at how long it’s been open.
- Look into success rates and reviews.
- Check the price.
- Try and speak with a member of staff to get a feel.
- Ask what form of treatment options are offered and what benefits each brings.
Make sure you end up at the best possible drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by giving our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
What is a Detox, and Do I Need One?
A detox is a medical process that helps individuals who are physically addicted to drugs or alcohol overcome their body’s need for the substance in a safe environment.
If you’re physically dependent on a substance and want to recover at rehab, then you will need to undergo a detox programme.
If you’re addicted severely, then stopping quickly can be extremely dangerous and cause severe health problems. This is known as going ‘cold turkey’ and is not advised.
These health problems are known as withdrawal symptoms and can range from severe to mild.
At a rehab centre, your detox will be done slowly and measured in order to manage your withdrawal symptoms.
Your detox will be managed by medical and healthcare professionals at a rehab centre who will provide you with around-the-clock care and support. This is called a medically-assisted detox.
You can experience withdrawal symptoms as quickly as 7 hours in, and the worse symptoms tend to hit at around 24 hours to 72 hours into your detox.
In some cases, you will be given prescription drugs to help you overcome your alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as Librium or Chlordiazepoxide. These are commonly used in cases of physical dependence and alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
Librium is a prescription drug used through rehab centres to help individuals feel calmer and less anxious. It’s often prescribed over a 10 day period.
Once your initial detox is complete, you will then spend the next couple of weeks identifying and working on your triggers.
There are two different types of triggers, being external and internal [11]. External triggers include things like people, places or situations. Whereas internal triggers concern your emotions, beliefs and anxieties [11].
After rehab, our team can help you on your path to sobriety by helping with sober living houses if that is something you need.
Make sure that your detox is safe and effective with the help of an alcohol or drug rehab in Chelmsford – giving our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Cocaine Rehab in Chelmsford
Although cocaine is a psychologically addictive substance, cocaine abuse does not result in any physical symptoms. Therefore, if you withdraw from abusing cocaine, you will not require cocaine detox
Your time at rehab will focus on overcoming your psychological cocaine or crack cocaine addiction, working on beating its causes and avoiding any triggers.
Overcome your cocaine addiction with the help of a drug rehab clinic in Chelmsford – give our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Heroin Rehab in Chelmsford
Similarly to cocaine, heroin is also highly addictive. However, heroin causes harm to both your brain and body.
Therefore if you’re addicted to heroin, then you will need to undergo a physical heroin detox.
Once this intense process is over, you will then be able to work on the psychological aspect of your addiction.
Overcome your heroin addiction with the help of a drug rehab clinic in Chelmsford – give our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Cannabis Rehab in Chelmsford
Although cannabis addiction leads to paranoia, depression, anxiety and respiratory issues, cannabis is not physically addictive.
Therefore you will not have to undergo a cannabis detox, but you will receive therapy to beat your psychological addiction.
Overcome your cannabis addiction with the help of a drug rehab clinic in Chelmsford – give our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Therapies Offered at a Rehab Clinic in Chelmsford
In addition to the above treatment options, there are a number of therapy options available in rehab centres throughout the Chelmsford area.
The following treatment options aim to treat a lot of the underlying mental causes and triggers that often lead to addiction, especially for those who suffer from a dual diagnosis.
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: CBT is a form of therapy that aims to reframe your thoughts and get to the bottom of any triggers or mental health conditions that may exist. It’s used frequently throughout the industry and has very such success rates for issues such as addictions, depression and anxiety.
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy: DBT is similar to CBT, however, it focuses on getting to the heart of more intense emotions. It is often used for individuals suffering from borderline personality disorder, but is used to treat addiction frequently. It aims to help you acknowledge and accept your intense, negative emotions and will be encouraged to accept them before taking positive steps to overcome them.
- Brief Interventions: A Brief Intervention is used by professionals to help them determine whether or not an individual is able to recover on their own, or if they’ll need the help of medical professionals.
- Motivational Interviewing: Motivational Interviewing is a great way to help an individual find their own inner strength and motivation to recover. It aims to help the individual find their own motivation to change, by helping them find their ‘why’ and deeper reasons for wanting to change for good.
- Holistic Therapies: Lots of rehab centres in the Chelmsford area offer Alternative and Holistic Therapy. This includes things like art therapy, music therapy, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, acupuncture, nutritional counselling and many others.
- Group Therapy: Group Therapy is also a popular form of therapy. You will be given the chance to talk openly about your problems to like-minded individuals, whilst helping other people in the process too.
- Individual Therapy: One-to-one therapy at rehab is invaluable. You will be given the opportunity to talk privately and openly to a professional about your issues, anxieties and triggers.
- Family Therapy: Family Therapy is also invaluable. If you struggle with triggers at home, or if your family would benefit from gaining a better understanding of what an addiction is truly like, then you will benefit from attending family therapy. By engaging with your family, you’ll stand a much better chance of receiving help and support after you leave your rehab centre.
- Codependency Treatment: Some individuals become codependent on an individual, object or substance. If you’re codependent on a substance, then you will probably also suffer from a lack of boundaries, low self-esteem and self-worth. If codependency is a factor in your addiction, you will receive a range of therapies to tackle it whilst at rehab.
- Twelve-Step Facilitation Therapy (TSFT): Twelve-Step Facilitation Therapy is an active engagement strategy that aims to encourage individuals to attend a twelve-step self-help group after they leave rehab. It’s been known to actively encourage lots of individuals to attend groups like the AA, and is frequently used throughout rehab centres in the Chelmsford area. It largley focuses on the concept of a higher power.
- Other Types of Therapy: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Drama Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Emotive Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Equine Therapy, Talking Therapies, Contingency Management, Group Psychotherapy and Person-Centered Care.
When you first go to rehab you will undergo a psychiatric assessment by a psychiatrist who will then prescribe the appropriate psychiatric treatment for you.
Get the treatment you need at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford by giving our team a call today on 0800 088 66 86
Relapse Prevention Plans After Rehab in Chelmsford
If you’re looking into rehab centres for a drug or alcohol addiction in the Chelmsford area, then you will see the words ‘relapse prevention’ come up frequently.
Throughout your rehab, you will work with professionals to establish a relapse prevention plan to help you when you leave.
You will look into things like where you want to spend your time when you return, how to stay away from any triggers, and if there are any other plans or strategies you can put in place.
Below are a few strategies that you can easily put in place to prevent you from relapsing.
Self Care
You can practice self-care frequently by eating well, exercising frequently and sleeping at least 7 or 8 hours each night.
HALT
HALT stands for hungry, angry, lonely and tired.
If you start to feel a craving coming on, ask yourself if you’re any of these four things. If you are, then resolve that need. This should significantly reduce your craving.
Support Groups
If you’re worried about relapsing, then you should join a support group. You’ll be able to discuss your emotions and addiction history with a group that understands, and this will help to reduce your cravings and concerns.
Meditation
Meditation is a great strategy to help with any cravings. It teaches you to become more self-aware of your needs and emotions. By being more self-aware, you will be able to catch and identify your emotions and cravings earlier.
Have an Emergency Person in Mind
It’s always a good idea to have an individual in mind if you are worried about experiencing cravings. This way, if you do have a craving then you will know who to call.
It’s a good idea to tell the individual in mind that you’re planning on doing this so that if they get a call from you they will understand and be able to help.
Make sure that your stay at a drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford is matched by an equally effective aftercare plan by calling our expert team today on 0800 088 66 86
How We Can Help You Find Your Best Rehab Options
If you are serious about breaking away from addiction for good we will be able to help you accomplish this. One of the problems that people will have when they make the decision to quit is choosing the right rehab.
The problem is that there are just so many options available. All drug and alcohol rehabs must be registered and audited by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We also follow guidelines set by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence).
It would be easier if there was just one approach that worked for everyone, but this is clearly not the case. This is why you will be able to benefit from our advice.
We will be able to discuss your options with you and encourage you to find the one that is most likely to work for you. So contact us right away and together we will find your path away from the suffering of addiction.
We also offer drug and alcohol rehab in a variety of other locations in the Uk, including Colchester, Cambridge, Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Billericay, Romford, Braintree, Witham, Maldon, Bishop’s Stortford and London.
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References
[2] https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/statistics-on-drug-misuse/2019
[4] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/alcohol
[5] https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/statistics-on-alcohol/2020
[6] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33619327/
[7] https://www.asamcontinuum.org/knowledgebase/what-are-the-six-dimensions-of-the-asam-criteria/
[8] https://www.addictionpolicy.org/post/dsm-5-facts-and-figures
[11] https://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/arh22-1/61-66.pdf
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