Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Communications Director and Editorial Lead

Victoria McCann, BA, MSc, is Communications Director & Editorial Lead at Castle Craig and a member of the clinic’s founding family. With over a decade of experience in addiction treatment communications since 2012, she leads the creation of clear, compassionate content that supports patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Victoria is committed to reducing stigma around addiction and mental health, and brings strategic insight and lived sector knowledge to her work. She regularly attends and organises addiction treatment conferences across the UK and Europe, promoting high standards of care and best practice in the field. Victoria also works with the media to raise awareness and share informed perspectives on addiction and recovery. The Herald, The Times, BBC, STV, The Times, New York Post, The Guardian.

Help for GHB addiction

GHB addiction: understanding dependence, withdrawal and treatment options

Understanding GHB addiction begins with familarising yourself with the substance. GHB is a central nervous system depressant; it slows brain activity and creates feelings of relaxation and lowered inhibitions. It’s also one of the hardest substances to stop using safely without medical support. At Castle Craig, we have experience treating GHB dependence, including the specific […]

Cocaine Detox at Castle Craig Rehab

Medically Managed Inpatient Cocaine Detox Centre in Scotland, UK

Castle Craig understands the powerful psychological grip of cocaine addiction. Our residential rehab has helped people for over 37 years with expertise and compassion. We specialise in supporting people through intense cravings and mental strain in our private therapeutic environment, addressing both the physical and mental sides of substance misuse. Our centre in the Scottish […]

Grief and addiction

Grief and Addiction Counselling & Therapy Treatment

Losing a loved one or experiencing profound loss can cast a long shadow, often making life’s challenges feel overwhelming. For many, working through the intense emotions of grief can inadvertently lead to substance use as a coping mechanism. Understanding this deep connection is the first step toward finding compassionate and effective support. At Castle Craig, […]

Drug Detox Unit

Medically Managed Inpatient Alcohol Detox Centre in Scotland, UK

At Castle Craig, we specialise in providing medically managed alcohol detox in a supportive and private residential setting. We use evidence-based treatment to focus on your recovery, combining professional care with a person-centred approach designed to meet your needs. Set in the beautiful Scottish Borders, our hospital-grade detox centre and alcohol addiction treatment facility offers […]

Alcohol Detox UK

Medically managed alcohol and drug detox in Scotland

Drug detox can have an anxiety-inducing reputation. But, it is far safer and easier than people imagine it to be.  Castle Craig has been providing medically managed alcohol and drug detox for more than 35 years. Our dedicated detox unit, Kirkurd House, runs 24 hours a day with nursing staff on hand to support you […]

Cannabis Addiction

Cannabis, or Marijuana, is a plant derived, psychoactive drug that is generally smoked. Its effects include changes in perception and mood, as well as feelings of euphoria, or relaxation

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Fentanyl addiction

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid pain reliever similar to other narcotics like heroin and morphine, but 50 times more powerful than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine

Xylazine: Effects, Misuse and Treatment

Xylazine, a non-opioid sedative for animals, is increasingly misused and is often combined with illicit opioids such as fentanyl. Also known as tranq, xylazine exerts sedative, muscle relaxing and pain-relieving effects. Although approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animals, it has no approved human use. As a central […]