Priory Hospital Chelmsford - alcohol rehab and mental health treatment in Essex
- Evidence-based treatment
- A team of experts
- Online and face-to-face appointments
- Mental health assessment from just £75
About this location
Chelmsford is one of the UK’s leading treatment centres and is rated by former patients for its excellence, dedication and commitment, as well as producing outstanding treatment outcomes.
The hospital first opened in 1992 and since then, has established an excellent reputation for providing fast access to high quality treatment for a range of addictions as well as treatment for mental health difficulties. We also offer private autism assessments for adults and children, as well as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments for young people.
Chelmer Ward and The Lodge are private general psychiatry and addiction treatment facilities. We offer support to people in crisis with mental health issues, such as psychosis, mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety and trauma. The ward has a multidisciplinary team consisting of experienced consultant psychiatrists, specialty doctors, mental health nurses and therapists, who provide person-centred care, in collaboration with the patient, to allow them to maximise their recovery journey.
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Priory Hospital Chelmsford Stump Lane Springfield Green Chelmsford Essex CM1 7SJ
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Our services
At Priory Hospital Chelmsford, we can treat a range of mental health conditions including:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
We also provide high quality therapy to people struggling with gender issues, low self-esteem, and those with a personality disorder diagnosis.
Without expert mental health treatment and therapy, it’s unlikely that your mental health problems will go away on their own; they can continue to have a detrimental impact on your life, and cause a range of long term problems. If you think that you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, it’s important to understand that these conditions are treatable, and the most crucial first step is to get help. At Chelmsford, our highly trained team are committed to providing you with every resource you need, enabling you to tackle your mental health challenges within a compassionate and highly supportive environment, and return to a positive way of life.
Chelmsford offers addiction treatment in a dedicated building on-site, known as The Lodge. Here, the emphasis is on total commitment to your programme of recovery, in a safe and supportive environment.
Our flexible and patient-centred addiction treatment programmes have been developed by our expert team of psychiatrists, addiction psychologists, addiction therapists and mental health nurses. We work in close collaboration with you, while drawing upon all of the available specialists in our team. This approach ensures that treatment produces the most positive outcomes for you as an individual.
We also deliver specialist treatment to the LGBTQIA+ community, who are struggling with addiction and recovery issues.
28-day residential programme
Our primary addiction treatment programme is a 28-day residential stay, beginning with a medically assisted detox to help manage any physical symptoms of addiction. This is followed by a comprehensive schedule of therapy designed to address the underlying causes and triggers of your addictive behaviours.
Our 28-day addiction rehabilitation programme includes:
- Free, no obligation addiction assessment
- 7-day medically assisted detoxification for alcohol and drug addictions, if needed
- Individual 1:1 therapy and group therapy
- A family and couples programme
- Access to 12-step support groups, selected according to your needs
- Free aftercare for 12 months following treatment
- Free family support for 12 months following treatment
- Opportunity to engage with a step-down programme, tailored to your needs
All therapy within our addiction treatment programme is led by experienced consultants, supported by our dedicated team of addiction therapists and peer supporters. During your sessions, we’ll work with you to explore the root causes of your addictive behaviours and equip you with the tools needed to build lasting recovery.
16-day residential/day care programme
We also offer a flexible 16-day addiction treatment programme, combining a short residential stay with ongoing day support. Designed for people struggling with either substance (alcohol or drugs) or behavioural addictions, this structured programme delivers expert care in a supportive environment, and equips you with the tools you need for long-term recovery.
The programme includes:
- A free, no-obligation addiction assessment
- A 7-day* inpatient detox for substance addictions, followed by 9 days of day care over the next 3 weeks
- A stabilising and de-risking residential setting for behavioural addictions
- A full clinical assessment on arrival by our consultant and nursing team
- Regular reviews with a consultant psychiatrist during your stay and after day care
- Introduction to the 12-step-informed approach, plus psychoeducation and relapse prevention therapy
- Weekly key working sessions (up to 1 hour per week) with an experienced addictions therapist
- 12 months of free aftercare to help you maintain progress
- Access to our weekly family support group for loved ones
*Please note: the 7-day residential detox may be extended depending on individual clinical needs.
For those with less complex needs, this programme offers a more flexible pathway to recovery, making it easier to balance treatment with your home and work life. Find out more about our 16-day programme here.
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Treatment options
Our flexible treatment programmes include outpatient therapy and day care, which are designed to fit around your existing commitments, as well as inpatient (residential) treatment, for those who need more intensive, ongoing support.
For more information on the treatment programmes we offer throughout our wider Priory network, including at Priory Hospital Chelmsford, please click the links below:
At Chelmsford, our experts have a wealth of experience in delivering a wide range of therapy services, including:
Part of our specialist provision at Chelmsford is The Stables Therapy Centre, where we provide individual therapy using a variety of methods. These are all consistent with National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines for therapeutic interventions.
These include:
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)
- Psychodynamic approaches
- Group work in dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
- Informed skills training programme
- Trauma focused therapy
- Integrative therapy
- Mindfulness
Referrals to our therapy centre are either via a consultant psychiatrist or self-referral, usually via a GP. We can treat adults and young people and everyone is offered an initial assessment to explore their needs and the benefits of therapy, before therapy commences.
All our therapists are either accredited or working towards accreditation with a recognised regulatory body, such as the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Inside Priory Hospital Chelmsford
At Priory Hospital Chelmsford, we believe the treatment environment is just as important as the treatment itself when it comes to recovery. Our welcoming and peaceful hospital provides the perfect setting for you to focus on your health and wellbeing.
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Our psychiatrists and therapists in Essex
At Priory Hospital Chelmsford, our team of highly qualified psychiatrists and therapists are dedicated to providing exceptional care and personalised treatment plans for a range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and addiction, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Dr Abu Abraham
Consultant psychiatrist
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Dr Anna Crozier
Consultant psychiatrist
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Dr Anshul Swami
Consultant psychiatrist
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Dr Catherine Rowlands
Consultant psychiatrist
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Frequently asked questions
Here, you will find some commonly asked questions about Priory Hospital Chelmsford.
Can I have visitors?
If you're receiving inpatient treatment with us, we'll encourage you to keep in touch with your loved ones during your recovery.
Visiting hours are permitted in the week and on weekends, but this is something your ward staff can discuss with you on arrival.
Family, friends and children are allowed to visit you, but we ask that they remain respectful of others in the hospital.
Will I get my own room?
Yes, while you’re staying with us, you’ll have your own en-suite bedroom. The bedrooms come equipped with a TV, DVD player, a small safety deposit box and a nurse call button.
We have regular housekeeping, as well as a common room with a TV, games, and a lounge area.
How much does treatment cost?
The cost of treatment can vary depending on the condition treated, the kind of treatment needed and for how long the condition needs to be treated.
There are lots of reasons why people may choose to pay privately to receive expert mental health treatment at Priory Hospital Chelmsford.
We are able to book appointments at a time that's convenient for you, and are committed to delivering excellent, high quality care with the most positive individual outcomes. For more information on how to commence with expert treatment at Chelmsford, contact us today on 0800 756 2805 or via email.
Paying for treatment
There are two ways you can pay to receive expert mental health and addiction treatment at Priory Hospital Chelmsford:
- Self-paying – this means that you pay for your treatment yourself
- Payment via private medical insurance – we are a registered and approved provider for all of the UK’s leading private medical insurers, including Aviva, AXA Health, Bupa, Cigna, Healix, Vitality and WPA
For more information on self-funding your treatment or using your private medical insurance to pay for our services, call us today on 0800 787 0510 or visit our fees and funding page.
Who will be there to help me?
Our specialist team at Priory Hospital Chelmsford comprises:
- Psychiatrists
- Psychologists
- Therapists
- Mental health nurses
While you're with us, you'll be under the care of a consultant psychiatrist, who you’ll meet with regularly, and you’ll also be assigned a named nurse and an associate nurse.
When you arrive, you’ll have an initial assessment with a member of the nursing and medical team. This includes a mental health assessment and physical examination to identify whether you have any psychological/medical needs that may need monitoring during your stay. You’ll also be introduced to a member of the therapy team who will conduct a therapy assessment in order to determine which therapeutic programme will best meet your needs. You will also be given course materials which will outline the various therapeutic groups and activities that take place on a weekly basis.
Our team is committed to providing the best treatment to everyone we support, and we pride ourselves on placing patients at the heart of the treatment journey.
What if I'm in crisis?
Priory’s customer service team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure peope can be signposted to the best possible support, as quickly as possible. For immediate crisis support, they may direct you to your local NHS facilities.
The specialist teams at our residential facilities can help to stabilise those in need of immediate assistance, including providing access to medically assisted detoxification for drug and alcohol addictions, where required. Call us today on: 0800 787 0484.
How is the hospital regulated?
The treatment we deliver at Chelmsford is driven by robust clinical governance protocols, and we receive ongoing monitoring by our independent regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
How to find us
Priory Hospital Chelmsford is located just outside Chelmsford town centre. We are 6 to 7-minute drive from the town centre or a 25-minute walk.
If you’re travelling from further afield, the train station is a 24-minute walk away and the bus station is approximately a 25-minute walk away. The 54 or 56 bus from the town centre will bring you nearby the hospital within 20 minutes.
From the surrounding areas, such as Basildon, Colchester, Burnham on Crouch and Billericay, buses and trains are available. There are some direct routes available, although some trains require changes at Shenfield.
There is also easy access from the A12, Stansted Airport, Central London, and close to excellent transport links to other neighbouring areas including Essex, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Norfolk
Why Priory?
Private medical insurance
We are a registered and approved provider for all of the UK's leading private medical insurers. Many of the services we offer at Priory can be funded through private medical insurance. This includes:
- Mental health treatment
- Addiction treatment
- Eating disorder treatment
All clients will have access to our highly skilled and accredited clinicians, many of whom are published experts in their fields of treatment. Whatever your requirements, we are committed to working with you to get your life back on track.
