Castle Craig Hospital
Our new Castle Craig brochure is coming soon. In the meantime, we hope you find the information below helpful.
For over 35 years, Castle Craig has provided compassionate, expert-led care for people with alcohol, drug, and behavioural addictions. Located in a private 50-acre estate in the Scottish Borders, our residential programmes are recognised worldwide.
Find out more about our treatment programmes here.
Who We Are
Castle Craig is a family-run residential rehab clinic offering a peaceful, supportive setting for recovery. Many of our dedicated team are in recovery themselves, and compassion, respect and clinical excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
What We Treat
We provide treatment for a wide range of addictions and mental health conditions, including:
- Alcohol & drug addiction
- Gambling, pornography/sex, gaming, internet, and social media addiction
- Prescription drug dependency
- Dual-diagnosis with a primary addiction: depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, grief, mood disorders
Treatment Programmes
Our rehab programmes begin with a full assessment to understand your needs. An example patient journey could look like this:
- Medically Managed Detox: If required, you will begin your addiction rehab treatment with medically managed detox, which will help you safely detox from substances, and manage unpleasant withdrawal symptoms under the 24/7 care of medical professionals.
- Transition to a Structured Therapeutic Programme: Taking part in a personalised therapy programme that is made up of individual therapy sessions with a focal therapist, which may include CBT, DBT, EMDR, and other psychological therapies, as well as taking part in group therapy sessions and 12 Step facilitation. You will also take part in workshops and have the option to undertake complementary therapies, such as massage and acupuncture to support your recovery.
- Continuing Care: Up to 24-week outpatient programme with online support, via our outpatient branch, CATCH Recovery, which typically includes:
- Private patients have aftercare included, generally comprising of: 12 sessions individual therapy, and 12 sessions group therapy
- Insurance, depending on policy, can sometimes support with aftercare costs, for which you will receive teletherapy. You have the option to purchase aftercare sessions.
All treatment begins with a full biopsychosocial assessment and personalised care plan.
Medical Detox & Psychiatric Care
- 24/7 on-site medical team, with consultant psychiatrist oversight throughout the hospital
- Medically managed detoxification
- We are regulated by HIS
- Follows NICE detox guidelines for safety and comfort
Psychotherapy & Holistic Therapies
Our therapy programme includes:
- Individual therapy: CBT, DBT, trauma, grief, 12 Step
- Group therapy based on 12 Steps
- Family therapy & weekend workshops
- EMDR, motivational therapy, psychoeducation
- LGBTQIA+ aware, adult children of alcoholics therapy
- Complementary therapies: art, alpaca, massage, mindfulness, music
Life at Castle Craig
- Three nutritious meals daily, snacks always available
- Gym with personal trainers, yoga, meditation, boxing, pilates
- Nature trails, woodland walks, and visits to local AA/NA meetings
- Interaction with our alpacas, sheep, and dogs
Accommodation
Choose from:
- Executive rooms
- Private rooms
- Twin rooms
- Shared rooms (up to 3 people)
Our heritage Georgian mansion offers a unique, serene recovery environment.
Continuing Care & Alumni Support
Delivered online through our outpatient branch CATCH Recovery and Recovery Club:
- 12 sessions each of individual therapy, group therapy, and recovery coaching
- Family support groups
- Weekly alumni groups and summer reunions
Admissions, Travel, Interventions & Payment
- Enquire privately and receive personal guidance
- Travel support available (including transfers and sober transport)
- Interventions are also available if required
- Pay privately, through insurance, or via NHS (where eligible)
