Cocaine addiction affects both the body and the mind, and effective cocaine rehab has to address both at the same time. A programme that handles the physical withdrawal without the therapeutic work, or the therapy without proper medical oversight, is only treating part of the problem.
Castle Craig is a private psychiatric hospital in the Scottish countryside. Our cocaine rehab programme is designed to look at the full picture, through detox, therapy and ongoing care. The clinical team includes consultant psychiatrists, specialist therapists, and nursing staff working together from the first day of treatment. We have been providing inpatient cocaine rehab in Scotland for over 35 years and hold the highest level of clinical accreditation.
If you’re looking for cocaine rehab for yourself or someone in your life, understanding what the programme involves can show you what recovery requires and how to get started.
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Cocaine rehab at Castle Craig: what the programme involves
The structure of cocaine rehab at Castle Craig is different from many addiction treatment programmes.
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A psychiatrist-led approach
Cocaine detox and therapeutic work run together in parallel from the start of your stay to address every part of dependency.
Castle Craig is registered as a private psychiatric hospital with Healthcare Improvement Scotland, and operates at ASAM Level 4, the highest level of inpatient addiction care. At Level 4, medical cover is available around the clock.
Our treatment team is multidisciplinary; including psychiatrists, therapists, and nursing staff. Treatment planning and provision is a collaborative effort, with a consultant psychiatrist leading the clinical team and overseeing every treatment decision.
You can read more about our treatment on our approach to cocaine addiction rehab page.
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What cocaine rehab treatment looks like, week by week
Treatment at Castle Craig begins with a week of assessment. This includes a biopsychosocial evaluation which covers your medical history, mental health, and personal circumstances. Your treatment plan is built from the assessment and determines what the following weeks look like.
Individual therapy runs throughout the stay at two sessions per week, and you work with the same therapist from beginning to end.
Group therapy sessions run every day, sometimes twice. Living day-to-day and sharing sessions with people who understand what you’re going through accelerates the work being done in therapy.
Educational workshops and lectures also take place throughout the duration of your programme, covering addiction, relapse prevention, and the 12 Step approach.
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Therapies used in cocaine addiction treatment
Combined individual drug counselling and group drug counselling have shown the greatest improvement for cocaine dependence across four psychosocial treatment conditions in a large multicentre trial. At Castle Craig, individual counselling and group counselling run in combination throughout the programme.
The therapies we provide address both the cognitive patterns that drive cocaine use and the motivation to change.
Psychosocial treatment is the widely agreed clinical standard for cocaine use disorder. CBT and motivational interviewing have both been shown to be effective for cocaine addiction and other forms of substance dependency.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) identifies the specific thoughts and triggers linked to cocaine use and trains a different response to them. CBT is the first-line therapy for addiction and is at the centre of treatment at Castle Craig.
Motivational interviewing addresses the uncertainty most people have about treatment. It directly explores the conflict between wanting to change and not being sure it will work. This gives patients their own reasons for quitting, which they can go back to when doubts creep in.
Complementary therapies support the therapeutic work and run alongside the core programme. They give you ways to manage stress and process the emotional work of recovery between formal sessions.
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How long is a cocaine rehab programme?
The Foundation Programme at Castle Craig runs for four to five weeks. The first week is the assessment and settling-in period. Therapy work deepens week by week from that point.
Some people need longer in treatment than those initial weeks. The Advanced Programme is available for people with a history of relapse, co-occurring mental health conditions, or complex presentations that require EMDR or DBT. Length of stay for the Advanced Programme varies based on clinical need and is decided between the patient and their team.
No exact timeline can be promised because no two people’s recovery follows exactly the same path. The clinical team gives an honest assessment of what they recommend based on what the assessment finds.
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Recovery doesn’t end at discharge. Aftercare and continuing care
Recovery from cocaine dependency is rarely straightforward. Relapse is a recognised part of the recovery process for many people, and the period after residential treatment is often where the most difficult work happens. Castle Craig’s continuing care programme is built around that reality, and planning for what happens after rehab begins while you’re still in the residential programme.
Our continuing care programme includes therapeutic support after you leave, with online sessions available across our clinics.
Recovery Club meets weekly for 12 months after discharge. It is Castle Craig’s structured aftercare programme, continuing the work of residential treatment through online sessions.
“My time at Castle Craig is something I’ll carry with me for a long time. When I first arrived I was a frightened mess, but by about day 3 I began to notice that I was in a truly amazing place. I was struck by the grounds, the building, my bedroom — all of it. It didn’t feel like the kind of environment I expected in a rehab. It felt calm, with a personal touch and looked after and that made a real difference to me settling in. Having access to the therapy rooms, the various spaces to reflect and breathe made it so much easier to focus on getting well rather than just getting through the day. But for me it’s the staff that stay with me the most. Every single person I came across, whether it was in a session or just passing in a corridor, made me feel like I genuinely mattered. They weren’t just doing a job — you could tell they really cared about the people there. The therapists helped me work through things I’d been carrying around for years, and they did it with such patience and understanding that I never once felt judged for any of it.”
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What to expect when you contact Castle Craig about cocaine rehab
When you contact Castle Craig, the first step is a free phone call with the admissions team, focused on understanding your situation and explaining what the process involves. Nothing is decided, and no commitment is made on either side.
The formal clinical assessment happens after you decide to go ahead with treatment.
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Paying for cocaine rehab – costs and insurance options
Castle Craig offers private residential cocaine treatment. Costs depend on the length of stay and the specific programme.
The full pricing breakdown is on our cost of cocaine rehab page.
Private medical insurance covers cocaine rehab at Castle Craig for many patients. Exact coverage depends on your policy and provider. The admissions team can help you check what your policy includes.
NHS-funded beds are available at Castle Craig, but NHS funding for residential treatment depends on local approval processes. Availability varies and is not guaranteed. Contact the admissions team to check what is currently possible.
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If someone in your life needs help with cocaine addiction
Many people who contact Castle Craig about cocaine rehab are calling on behalf of someone they know.
You don’t need the person to be ready, or even aware, before you make that call.
The admissions team handles enquiries from family members and close friends regularly and knows how to help. A first conversation is a chance to understand what the options are and what treatment would involve before you have the conversation with the person in your life.
Family sessions and workshops are included in the cost of treatment at Castle Craig. Our family programme recognises that cocaine use affects the people around the person in treatment as well as the person themselves. It runs throughout the residential stay and continues after they leave.
If you’re looking for guidance before you’re ready to call, our finding help for someone you know page covers what to expect from the process.
Inpatient Cocaine Rehab Treatment
Our residential programmes for cocaine dependency offer customised therapy in a controlled, safe environment. We help to establish skills and behaviours that reduce the chance of relapse occurring later on and provide support networks that can be continued throughout your recovery. Medically managed detoxification should only be carried out safely in a supervised residential setting with professional support.
Outpatient Cocaine Rehab Treatment
We also offer an outpatient therapy programme, provided by CATCH Recovery. This is often used to build on the recovery work done in a residential setting but is also an alternative option for people who do not want to attend a residential clinic. However, outpatient treatment may not appropriate for people who require detox, or more intensive therapeutic treatment for dual diagnosis.
Confidential Drug Addiction Assessment
Compassionate, expertly delivered evidence-based practices and a patient-centred approach are at the heart of our treatment model. Request a call-back from one of our professionals on any day of the week.
Frequently asked questions about cocaine rehab
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Is Castle Craig one of the best cocaine rehab centres in the UK?
Castle Craig is a cocaine rehab clinic registered as a private psychiatric hospital with Healthcare Improvement Scotland. It operates at ASAM Level 4, which means medical cover runs around the clock and a consultant psychiatrist oversees every treatment decision. That level of clinical governance is uncommon for a cocaine rehab centre.
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How much does inpatient cocaine addiction treatment cost?
The cost of inpatient cocaine addiction treatment at Castle Craig depends on the length of stay and the specific programme. Full pricing is on our cost of cocaine rehab page. Insurance and NHS funding options are available. The admissions team can advise on what applies to your situation.
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Can cocaine rehab be funded by the NHS?
Castle Craig accepts NHS-funded referrals. NHS funding for residential treatment depends on local approval processes. Availability varies and cannot be guaranteed. The admissions team can advise on current availability and what the process involves.
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What should I expect from a cocaine rehab assessment at Castle Craig?
The first step in accessing cocaine treatment at Castle Craig is a free phone call with the admissions team. It’s a conversation rather than a clinical evaluation. The purpose is to understand your situation and explain what treatment involves. The formal biopsychosocial assessment comes after you’ve decided to go ahead.
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Does Castle Craig treat crack cocaine addiction?
Yes. Crack cocaine rehab at Castle Craig follows the same residential programme structure as treatment for powder cocaine. The clinical approach is adapted to the individual’s specific presentation, history, and needs.
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What types of therapy are used in cocaine recovery programmes?
Recovering from cocaine requires a structured combination of approaches. The evidence consistently supports a combination of individual and group treatment. For help with cocaine addiction specifically, the therapies section above explains what each approach addresses and why they are used in combination.