A specialist addiction treatment and rehabilitation centre in Bristol

At Bristol, we are able to provide expert treatment for a wide range of substance and behavioural addictions.

Alcohol addiction rehab in Bristol

Alcohol addiction, which is also referred to as ‘alcoholism’ or ‘alcohol use disorder’, develops as a result of consuming alcohol in an excessive manner, to the extent that you become both physically and psychologically dependent on alcohol in order to function effectively on a daily basis. Without comprehensive alcohol addiction treatment, alcoholism can result in a whole host of devastating physical and psychological problems, and can even be fatal.

Drug addiction rehab in Bristol

Drug addiction is characterised by repeatedly administering or taking drugs, whether these are legal prescription drugs, or illegal substances such as cocaine, heroin or ecstasy. Regardless of the type of drug addiction that you have developed, continued use of these substances can soon become a serious problem and can lead to a range of severe long-term consequences.

Other behavioural addictions that we are able to treat at Bristol include:

• Gambling addiction
• Internet addiction
• Love and sex addiction
• Shopping addiction
• Gaming addiction
• Exercise addiction
• Work addiction

In addition, we understand that addictions can often go hand in hand with other mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Our multidisciplinary team are also able to deliver treatment for dual diagnoses and multiple presenting issues, in order to tackle the underlying causes of your addictive behaviours, as well as the addiction itself.

Acknowledging that you have an addiction and reaching out for support is the most crucial first step in the addiction treatment journey. Our Addiction Treatment Programme at Priory Hospital Bristol has been specifically designed to be comprehensive, evidence-based and effective, helping you every step of the ways towards regaining control and getting your life back on track.

Medically assisted withdrawal detox at Bristol

If you are struggling with an addiction to alcohol or drugs, the first step may be for you to undergo our intensive medically assisted withdrawal detox programme. Detox is the process by which all harmful substances are removed from your body in a safe and controlled environment and under the close supervision of trained medical experts. This process helps you to manage any unpleasant withdrawal symptoms that you may experience when you no longer have drugs or alcohol in your system, and reach a point where you are physically stable and able to commence with comprehensive addiction therapy.

You can read more about the alcohol and drug detoxification programme on our detoxification page.

Residential addiction treatment in Bristol

Once you have dealt with the physical side of your addiction as part of the detox process, you will be fully equipped to embark upon your personalised programme of individual and group therapy. Inpatient addiction treatment provides you with the time and space to fully address your issues, identify the reasons why you turned to addiction in the first place, develop healthy coping mechanisms and take steps towards the happy, healthy and fulfilling future that you deserve.

At Bristol, we understand that the prospect of inpatient treatment can be daunting. However, we are committed to making your stay with us as comfortable as possible, whilst also ensuring that you receive the very best care.

Our expert multidisciplinary team at Bristol is comprised of highly qualified specialists within the field of addiction treatment and rehabilitation, and all therapy is delivered by our exceptional team of Federation of Drug and Alcohol Practitioners (FDAP) accredited therapists. Everything we do is driven by best practice guidelines and we are committed to staying up to date with the latest research in the field of addiction treatment so that our practice is underpinned by the very latest thinking.

We deliver a wide range of established addiction treatment techniques at Bristol, all of which have proven effectiveness in the addiction recovery and rehabilitation journey.

Therapy formats

Therapy can be delivered in a number of different formats including:

• 1:1 therapy
• Group therapy
• Family therapy
• Couples therapy

Types of therapy

Examples of the therapeutic methods that we use during addiction treatment at Bristol include:

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness
• Wellbeing activities such as yoga and meditation
• A variety of workshops, which centre on topics such as:
  • Understanding addiction/abstinence
  • Relapse prevention
  • Self-esteem
  • Motivation and repercussions
  • Managing emotions
  • Emotional suppression
  • Understanding anger
  • Anxiety and worry
  • Grief and loss
  • Guilt and shame
  • Assertiveness
  • Boundaries
  • Co-dependency
  • Control
  • Denial
  • People pleasing
  • Goal setting

We also invite guest speakers to deliver sessions to our addiction patients. These may include individuals who regularly attend 12-Step fellowship meetings such as AA, Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA), as well as former patients who are currently receiving aftercare at Bristol. These individuals attend therapy sessions in order to share their positive experiences, hope and strength to current patients.

You can read more about addiction treatment on our approach to addiction treatment page.

You can contact Priory Hospital Bristol directly to enquire about our Addiction Treatment Programme and to arrange your free, no-obligation addictions assessment.

For further information on how Priory Hospital Bristol can help you to overcome your addiction, call us today on 0800 144 8969, and our dedicated experts will be able to advise on the next steps to receiving treatment. For GPs and referrers looking to make a referral, please click here.