AA Rehab Centers

The following AA rehab centers information has been prepared under the supervision of Consultant Addiction Psychiatrist Dr Bruce Trathen MBBS MRCPsych, and Senior Addictions Therapist David Goodlad FRSPH MA Dip. MBACP (Snr. Accred) UKRC NCAC CADC.

Accessing reliable and accurate AA rehab centers information can be confusing and time consuming. Triage Advisors are here to help you make fully informed and accurate decisions. Call 0117 339 0080.

What is an aa rehab center?

AA rehab centers are designed to help an individual overcome both the physical and psychological dependencies that exist within alcohol addiction using the twelve step philosophy adopted by AA. Alcohol rehabilitation programs can take place either on an inpatient or outpatient basis. The most intensive alcohol rehabilitation programs take place in residential AA rehab centers.

The advantage of a residential alcohol rehab program is that it takes place in an extremely supportive environment. Each day is highly structured in order to get the most out of the program, and highly qualified staff members are available to provide support every step of the way. This is particularly valuable during the physical detox. To detox from alcohol can be extremely dangerous if it is not managed medically, and so staff in AA rehab centers will make the detox as safe and comfortable as possible.

Whilst in a residential alcohol rehab programme, intensive psychological support is also provided. This is a vital part of the recovery process as it is important for the individual to understand the reasons behind their addiction before they can learn to take control of it. Greater knowledge about the psychological aspects of addiction will also enable the individual to work on relapse prevention techniques in the future in order to keep their recovery on track.

What are the warning signs that indicate someone needs an aa rehab center?

It is important to remember that an alcohol dependency can be psychological as well as physical. Many people think that in order to require treatment at AA rehab centers, the person needs to be drinking first thing in the morning every morning. This is not the case. Some individuals are able to go for weeks or even months without drinking, but when they do drink it will always spiral out of control. These individuals will benefit from the support offered in AA rehab centers.

AA rehab centers also help those individuals who have a physical dependency on alcohol. This means that their body has become used to having a certain level of alcohol present, and when this is absent, the body goes into withdrawal. Withdrawal symptoms can include sweating, shaking, vomiting, cramping, and in some circumstances can lead to seizures which have the potential to be fatal. This is why it is vital that anyone who is physically dependent on alcohol seeks the medical support offered during an alcohol rehab program before engaging fully in the therapeutic programme.

Other types of rehab center

Whilst the twelve step method is the one most typically adopted by treatment centres throughout the UK, some facilities may also offer elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and holistic treatments such as acupuncture alongside the traditional programme.

How long treatment for alcoholism at a residential alcohol rehab center take?

The time required for a person to safely detox from alcohol is typically between 7-10 days, however it is important to remember that other physical issues such a liver damage or nutritional issues will take longer to address.

The psychological side of the addiction takes longer to deal with. The minimum duration of treatment recommended is 28 days, but for long-standing severe addictions, longer may be required. Residential clinics will offer treatment programmes of 12 weeks or longer.

How much does a residential alcohol rehab center cost?

Triage Healthcare recognises that there is a deficit in the provision of affordable private treatment for addictions in the UK. High quality free advice and information is provided to all, as well as best-value private treatment to individuals with a limited budget. If you arrange treatment through Triage Healthcare you will never pay more and in some cases you will pay less for residential treatment than by booking direct with a treatment centre.

Where to find residential alcohol rehab centers in the UK

There are a number of different treatments available. It is important that the treatment is tailored to the individual - addiction is different for each person; there is no “one-size-fits-all solution”. In order to find out the treatment that represents the best chance of success for all concerned, call one of our experienced advisors. Our advice is all completely free and confidential.

We are staffed by highly experienced and expert professionals in addiction medicine and counselling, who are ethically bound to give you advice according to the latest evidence of what works, and who are not allowed to advise you according to a profit motive. Rather we will find you the best value treatment given your particular circumstances and wishes.