Drug rehab at Priory
Get help for drug addiction from our world class experts.
- Evidence-based treatment options
- Inpatient, outpatient and online treatment
- Highly qualified specialists
- FREE Addiction Assessment
At Priory, we offer world-class treatment tailored specifically for drug addiction.
Addictions to substances such as prescription drugs and illegal drugs, including heroin, cocaine or ecstasy, can lead you to become physically or psychologically dependent on them. Continued substance abuse can soon become a serious problem. Drug addiction can lead to a series of long-term issues that can affect all areas of your life.
At Priory, we’re here to help with a range of expert treatment options to support you through your drug rehabilitation journey.
Getting started with drug rehab: what you need to know
Addictions are treatable, and the most important first step is to get help. Here at Priory, we understand this can be an extremely daunting and difficult time, so we do all we can to make this as easy and as stress-free as possible.
The first step towards getting help for your drug addiction is to have a free addiction assessment with a Priory addiction therapist over the phone, or in person. This is a confidential, no obligation assessment, enabling you to openly discuss how your drug addiction is affecting you. Your therapist will also ask questions about your addiction to assess your current situation. This will help them to develop a tailored treatment plan for you.
During this initial assessment, we’ll also provide information about our admissions process and answer any additional queries you have about our addiction treatment programme. This initial assessment usually last for 90 minutes.
Our dedicated free assessment guide can tell you more.
In preparation for your assessment, it’s a good idea for you to have your GP’s contact details to hand, as well as any other health information that’s relevant to you. We’ll also need to check that you’re happy for us to share your information with your GP, if necessary.
Our drug addiction treatment options
During your free assessment, we’ll take the time to understand you and your circumstances, which will enable us to identify and recommend the best treatment path for your needs. Drug addiction treatment options include:
Drug detox
As part of your treatment plan, we can also offer a medically-assisted drug detoxification process, if this is needed.
Detox is a common stage in any drug rehab journey. It’s a process where drugs are broken down in your system and passed out of the body.
Drug detoxification at Priory takes place as part of our residential addiction treatment programme, and you'll stay at one of our hospitals for the duration of your detox. The process of detoxification usually lasts for between 7 to 10 days.
During your drug detox, we will safely eliminate the toxic substances from your system in a medically-controlled environment, with round-the-clock care provided. We’ll help to manage your drug withdrawal symptoms with specialist medication, and ensure you’re as comfortable as possible throughout your detox. After the detox, you’ll be free of your dependence on drugs but it may still be detectable within you system for some days after.
We have medical and nursing staff on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so we’re always on hand to help with any issues or concerns.
Residential drug rehab
Residential drug rehab is when you stay at one of our specialist drug addiction centres for the duration of your treatment. During this time, you’ll benefit from individual and group therapy to help address the sources and triggers for your addictive behaviours to aid your recovery.
We can also deliver a wide range of tried-and-tested therapeutic techniques to assist with your recovery from drug addiction. These include talking therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT).
Staying healthy in mind, body and spirit is another important component when it comes to addiction recovery. That’s why we offer a number of wellbeing activities while you’re with us, which can include the likes of yoga, meditation, mindfulness and exercise groups.
The recommended treatment time for drug addiction is 28 days. However, the length of the addiction treatment you receive at Priory can be flexible and tailored to your requirements and commitments. We’ll be happy to discuss alternative treatment lengths during your free addiction assessment.
Outpatient drug rehab
We can also offer drug addiction treatment on an outpatient or day care basis, depending on your individual needs and requirements. Outpatient treatment is when you attend one of our addiction treatment centres for weekly therapy sessions. Day care addiction treatment involves you attending one of our rehab centres for a set number of full or half days per week.
These treatment options can be used as an entry-point to drug addiction treatment. Alternatively, they can be used as a step down in treatment intensity for patients who’ve already gone through residential treatment.
The 12-step approach
Drug addiction treatment at Priory is based on the world-renowned 12-step treatment model. This is an abstinence-based programme that provides a set of guiding principles for the addiction treatment and rehabilitation journey.
The 12-step addiction recovery programme is typically delivered in a group therapy format, where you’ll be encouraged to share your progress with your peers, receive constructive feedback and develop insight and awareness.
You can also attend regular Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and other 12-step fellowship programmes both on and off-site at our Priory hospitals. This helps to enhance your engagement with the 12-step philosophy and the wider recovery community.
Drug addictions we can treat at Priory
At Priory, we can provide drug addiction rehab programme for illegal substances, including cannabis, cocaine, ecstasy and heroin. We can also help with addiction to prescription drugs, such as:
- Prescription opioids, including codeine, tramadol, fentanyl and oxycodone
- Prescription benzodiazepines, including diazepam and alprazolam
- Prescription stimulants, including methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine
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Our specialist addiction treatment programmes are led by expert teams of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses and other highly trained professionals. At Priory, we ensure that our specialists engage in continuous professional development, to ensure that their practice is guided by the latest research in addiction rehabilitation.
All treatment is tailored to your personal needs, and structured within National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines, enabling us to provide the highest standards of care to you.
Why choose Priory for drug rehab?
Drug addiction treatment at Priory typically takes place as part of our renowned 28-day drug rehab programme. You can receive treatment and support from our team of world-class addiction specialists across a network of rehabilitation centres nationwide.
We firmly believe that the environment where treatment takes place is just as key to your recovery as your rehabilitation programme. Many of our hospitals are set within beautiful locations, including sites that have listed building status. Our hospitals also offer extensive, private grounds where you can relax, unwind and focus on your recovery.
During inpatient treatment for drug rehab, you’ll stay in a modern en-suite bedroom and have access to our peaceful and welcoming living areas, providing a tranquil space for you to enjoy leisure time.
Take the first step today and book a free assessment to discuss how we can help you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I need drug rehab?
Drug addiction is a condition that’s characterised by repeatedly taking or administering drugs, to the extent that you become physically or psychologically dependent on these substances.
Some of the common symptoms experienced with drug addiction include:
- Mental health issues such as depression or anxiety
- Increased anger, irritability, agitation or defensiveness
- Feeling paranoid, nervous or ‘on edge’
- Inability to focus or concentrate at work or at home
- Low self-esteem and memory problems
- Intense craving for the drug
If drug misuse is impacting heavily on your life, it’s important to get help through a drug rehabilitation programme.
What can I expect during the detox process?
Drug withdrawal as part of the detox process is temporary, but can be unpleasant and uncomfortable. You may experience initial symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, headaches, chills or a high temperature, heart palpitations, excessive sweating and shaking or shivering.
Although this may sound daunting, your drug withdrawal symptoms will gradually improve as your body adapts to being without the drug. The detox process at Priory usually lasts 7 to 10 days.
During detox, we’ll support your withdrawal in a safe and carefully controlled environment. You’ll be located in one of our specialist detox rooms where you will receive round-the-clock care, a nurse call button and specialist medication management to make sure you’re comfortable at all times.
We also have medical and nursing staff on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re able to help with any issues or concerns you may have in a swift manner.
How much does drug rehab cost?
The cost of drug addiction treatment at Priory varies depending on several different factors. Our friendly team can provide more information on this, so please contact us to find out more.
Can I get free rehab?
Yes, there are options through the NHS, but you may face a long wait to access drug rehabilitation services. The mental health charity Mind has a list of organisations offering free addiction support for drug addiction.
Can people visit me in rehab?
We understand that drug addiction can also have a significant impact on your family and loved ones. That’s why we actively encourage your family to be involved in your inpatient treatment journey as much as possible.
Each of our hospital sites has its own guidance around visiting times, so we strongly recommend checking these in advance. Visitors are also welcome at our hospital sites.
We also offer family support sessions as part of our addiction treatment programmes. This gives you the chance to attend therapy sessions with your immediate family or loved ones, so that everyone involved can gain a better understanding of your addiction, learn about the associated knock-on effects it is having, and explore how you can support one another moving forwards.
At Priory, we’re dedicated to your ongoing recovery, which is why we offer 12 months of free aftercare to everyone who completes their 28-day addiction treatment programme with us. Our exceptional aftercare programme includes ongoing access to family support groups, alongside talks, advice and support group options for patients.
How long do I have to stay in rehab?
Our world-class addiction treatment programmes typically take place as part of a 28-day inpatient stay at one of our addiction treatment centres. This is the recommended treatment time for addictions, enabling you to fully overcome your addictive behaviours and take steps towards recovery.
However, we understand that everyone experiences addiction differently, with a range of life and work commitments to balance. That’s why we can also consider flexible treatment lengths at some of our hospital sites, if this is appropriate for you.
What is the 12-step programme?
Drug addiction treatment at Priory is based on the world-renowned 12-step treatment Model. This is an abstinence-based programme that provides a set of guiding principles, helping you to shape your addiction recovery journey.
