How Mindfulness Meditation Works Mindfulness is a type of therapy involving calming thoughts, breathing and meditation, and a focus on being in the present. At Castle Craig, our trained therapists use mindfulness in group therapy and during one-to-one sessions with patients. Mindfulness meditation can help to treat: It alleviates symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) such […]
Enriching Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health Our complementary therapies include alternative natural health approaches to support mind and body practices. Complementary therapies are a part of individual treatment plans at Castle Craig. We offer the following complementary therapies: Participation in complementary therapies is arranged and incorporated into part of the patient’s personalised care plan. These […]
Why is CBT Used in Addiction Treatment? Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for addiction is an evidence-based and successful treatment.1 Using CBT for addiction has been shown to help improve abstinence and prevent relapses.2,3 CBT is a widely used psychological therapy. CBT sessions teach you to identify destructive thoughts and behaviours associated with your addiction. Your […]
Typical traumatic experiences are childhood sexual abuse, childhood neglect, emotional and physical abuse, domestic violence, rape, military combat, accidents, acts of terrorism, illness, and complex grief. PTSD has been known by many names in the past, such as “shell shock” during the years of World War I and “combat fatigue” after World War II. But […]
We know how crucial family support is for people affected by addiction. So, to help your family members provide the ongoing support required for recovery, we invite all of our patients’ families to attend a weekend recovery workshop. Held online, these two-day workshops enable family members to meet and share their experiences of addiction with […]
At Castle Craig, we understand that trauma and addiction often go hand in hand. Unresolved psychological trauma, whether from childhood, relationships, loss or major life events, can fuel destructive patterns of substance use. That’s why our trauma therapy is fully integrated into addiction treatment, offering a safe and structured environment where patients can begin to […]
One-to-One Therapy Is An Integral Part Of Substance Addiction Treatment One-on-one psychotherapy is an important part of rehab treatment at Castle Craig. The specialist addiction therapist and patient speak in complete privacy in one-on-one sessions. Through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), our therapists explore and address the […]
Person-Centered Therapy for Addiction At Castle Craig we offer you a welcoming, compassionate and confidential space where you can discuss your problems and difficulties with experienced therapists in complete confidentiality. We strive to ensure that you feel understood, respected and valued throughout your treatment programme. Together we work towards the changes you need to make as […]
What Does My Programme Look Like? Foundation Programme Time schedule Therapeutic Activity 08:00 Breakfast 09:00 Lecture: Challenges of Stress in Recovery 09:45 Group Therapy 11:00 Own time /Gym 12.00 Lunch 14:15 Individual Therapy 15:00 Addiction (e.g. Gambling) Group or Yoga and stretching 16:00 Recovery Workshop: Mindfulness 17:30 Dinner 18:00 Own time 19:00 Cocaine Anonymous Meeting […]
What is Social Media Addiction? Social media addiction is a behavioural addiction in which a person becomes reliant on social media to distract them from difficult emotions and induce positive feelings, despite the negative consequences they may experience as a result of their excessive use. This form of addiction is relatively new, as social media […]
Lunesta Addiction Treatment: Uses & Side Effects Lunesta, the brand name for the drug Eszopiclone, is a sedative-hypnotic and is widely used as a prescription medication for those who struggle with insomnia. The use of Eszopiclone is rising in the UK, as the medicine is more frequently prescribed for insomniacs, something that affects around 1/3 […]
Successfully Detoxing from Cannabis During a period of abstinence from cannabis, the body begins the process of eliminating the cannabis metabolites from the system. This is known as cannabis detox. As the body expels these toxins, users may experience several psychological withdrawal symptoms in addition to various physical ones. This is due to the brain […]
