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For GPs, psychologists, social workers and EAPs

Refer withconfidence.

Evidence-based treatment built on CBT and Systemic Recovery Coaching, from medically assisted detox to a twelve-month continuum of care. Here's how referral works.

The referral path

Four steps, with you kept informed
1 · Call

Speak to our team

Call Mureeda or Fatima on 062 676 1807, 24/7, to discuss a referral. For outpatient programmes, call Leigh-Anne on 067 903 0070. Please don't email or upload patient details through this website.

2 · Assess

Free assessment

A free pre-admission assessment, based on the DSM-5, with no obligation to enter treatment. We check medical aid cover and agree a plan with the person.

3 · Admit

Admission

Once the person has voluntarily agreed that residential treatment is the right level of care, admission starts with medically assisted detox where needed.

4 · Feed back

Progress and discharge

With the person's written consent, we share progress and a discharge plan with you.

Clinical approach at a glance

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Systemic Recovery Coaching as the cornerstone
  • Not bound to a single model; access to mutual-aid groups such as the 12-Step Fellowship and SMART Recovery
  • Medically assisted detox under medical and nursing care
  • Inpatient treatment of 21 to 42 days, with 24-hour nursing and therapeutic support
  • Individual therapy with a clinical social worker, and coaching with a certified professional recovery coach
  • Twice-weekly case management
  • The Recovery Reintegration Programme: 30 days, extendable monthly
  • The Recovery Wellness Programme for eleven months after inpatient treatment
  • Family support and psychoeducation
  • LGBTQ+ affirming; part of U-ACT

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