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 […]
What Is Trauma Therapy? Trauma therapy is a type of mental health treatment that counsellors use to help people overcome psychological trauma. A traumatic event is defined as one in which you perceive a threat to your life, bodily integrity, or sanity. At Castle Craig, we treat addiction to alcohol or drugs that is complicated by trauma. […]
In recent years, there has been a significant evolution in the understanding and classification of eating disorders both globally and in the United Kingdom. These disorders are characterised by a persistent disturbance of eating or eating-related behaviour that results in the altered consumption or absorption of food, significantly impairing physical health or psychosocial functioning. This […]
One To One Therapy Is An Integral Part Of 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 […]
Just for Women At Castle Craig, we understand that it can sometimes be difficult for a woman to talk about the emotional pain and traumatic experiences she has gone through in a group that includes men. Women’s Group provides a safe and comfortable setting for women in recovery to open up and share stories and […]
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 […]
Our Addiction Treatment Programme The Foundation programme typically lasts 4-6 weeks. Patients can then join our Advanced Programme should they require longer-term treatment. From admissions to detox, to treatment, to relapse prevention, we are constantly looking for opportunities for patients not just to overcome their addiction but to grow as a person. Our individualised addiction treatment programme […]
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 […]