A high quality addiction rehabilitation centre in Glasgow, Scotland

At Glasgow, we are able to provide expert, bespoke treatment for the following substance and behavioural addictions:

Alcohol addiction rehab

Alcohol addiction, also known as ‘alcoholism’ or ‘alcohol use disorder’, develops as a result of an individual consuming alcohol in an excessive and repeated manner, to the extent that they become dependent on this in order to function effectively on a daily basis. If expert alcohol addiction treatment is not sought, alcoholism can result in a whole host of physical and psychological problems and can even be fatal.

Drug addiction rehab

Drug addiction is characterised by an individual repeatedly taking or administering drugs, until they become both physically and psychologically dependent on the substance in order to function. Individuals may become addicted to illegal drugs such as cocaine or heroin, or legal prescription drugs, usually prescribed for pain relief purposes. With continued use, illegal and legal drug use can soon become a serious problem and can result in drug overdose and even death.

Cocaine addiction rehab

Cocaine addiction is one of the most common forms of drug addiction that we treat at Glasgow. Cocaine is a stimulant drug that typically comes as a white powder. The most common method of consuming cocaine is via snorting, although it is also possible for cocaine to be injected. Cocaine use results in extreme euphoria, which can be highly addictive to many people, and causes tolerance to build quickly.

Other behavioural addictions that we are able to treat include:

• Gambling addiction
• Love and sex addiction
• Internet addiction
• Shopping addiction

At Priory Hospital Glasgow, we recognise that addictive behaviours can sometimes develop as a result of struggling with other mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress. That’s why our expert addiction treatment team at Glasgow not only have the expertise to treat your substance and behavioural addictions, but are also able to address any co-occurring mental health conditions that may be triggering or intensifying your addiction.

Our 28-day Addiction Treatment Programme adheres to best practice national guidelines and is guided by the latest research in addiction treatment. We also guarantee a bespoke treatment journey for each individual who seeks support with us, resulting long-lasting rehabilitation and recovery, and the best personal outcomes.

Seven-day, medically assisted withdrawal detox in Glasgow, Scotland

If you are struggling with an alcohol or drug addiction, it may be necessary for you to undergo a detoxification or ‘detox’ process, before you commence with intensive addiction treatment and therapy. Our seven-day detox programme at Glasgow is the process by which all traces of addictive and harmful substances are removed from your body, whilst controlling the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms that you might experience when you stop consuming alcohol or drugs. Our specialist detox team consists of consultants and other highly qualified mental health professionals, and you will also benefit from 24-hour nursing support throughout the process. Our team are able to prescribe medication to monitor, reduce and improve withdrawal symptoms, and ensure that you are physically stable ready for addiction therapy, if this is deemed as being the best next step for you. You can read more about this process on our detoxification page.

Residential addiction treatment

Once you have successfully completed your detox programme, the next step is for you to commence with comprehensive inpatient (residential) treatment for your addiction. This form of treatment is highly effective in the treatment of addictions as it provides you with structure, ongoing monitoring and support, as well as the chance to spend some time away from your usual living situation in order to remove any temptations or negative influences that might be fuelling your addictive behaviours. We also ensure that you have regular meetings with your consultant psychiatrist, which take place twice a week for the duration of treatment, to discuss how you are feeling, keep track of the progress that you are making, and continue to build coping strategies and tools to improve your lifestyle and ensure a positive future.

Residential treatment can seem to be quite a daunting prospect at first. However, you can be assured that receiving inpatient addiction treatment at Glasgow provides you with the much needed care and attention to fully tackle your addiction and any co-occurring mental health problems. You really are in the safest of hands at Priory Hospital Glasgow.

In addition, Glasgow’s residential Addiction Treatment Programme consists of a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, as well as access to a number of 12-Step support groups, which are all part of your tailored package.

Day care addiction treatment

Day care addiction treatment consists of you attending Glasgow for a set number of days each week, depending on the intensity of the support that you require, and taking part in addiction therapy groups alongside current residential patients. However, unlike our residential programme, you will not stay at the hospital overnight and will return home following a day of therapy. Day care is useful for individuals who require comprehensive support for their addiction, but do not need intensive 24-hour monitoring. Day care can also be used as a step-down in treatment intensity once you have completed your 28-day inpatient programme, or can also be used as a step-up in intensity from outpatient therapy.

Our specialist team have an extensive knowledge base and experience in addiction treatment, with many members of our team being published experts in this area. Treatment is developed in collaboration with our patients and delivered in a bespoke way. We are also able to prescribe medication if this is required.

Although the addiction treatment team at Glasgow is mainly led by our expert consultants, we also provide valuable input from our peer supporter therapists. These individuals are former patients who have gone on to qualify as therapists, and have now returned to Glasgow to help others. Our peer supporters are an inspiration to our patients who can see first-hand the positive outcomes that can be achieved. Our four therapists, who are currently in addiction recovery, have over 80 years of sobriety between them and they are able to offer expertise as well as empathy, strength and hope to our patients.

We use a series of established addiction treatment methods, all of which have a strong evidence base, and have demonstrated a successful track record in facilitating long-lasting recovery and rehabilitation.

Therapy format and types of therapy

Group therapy is the principle therapy format that is used for our addictions patients. Examples of the types of therapy that we deliver as part of the Glasgow Addiction Treatment Programme include:

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness
• Holistic therapies such as art therapy and yoga

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

Please contact Priory Hospital Glasgow directly to enquire about our programme and to arrange your free, no-obligation addictions assessment.

For further information on how Priory Hospital Glasgow can help you to overcome your addiction, call us today on 0141 636 6116, 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.