Cannabis Rehab Therapy

The following information on cannabis rehab therapy 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.

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What is a Cannabis Rehab therapy?

Cannabis rehab therapy involves therapeutic treatments geared towards helping individuals overcome a cannabis addiction. This allows people to address the psychological aspect of the dependence. Often there are underlying reasons that have contributed to a cannabis addiction, and these need to be addressed. Rehab therapy should also help individuals develop more effective coping strategies. This is often a crucial part of the recovery process, as many cannabis dependent individuals use the drug as a method of coping with stressful situations.

Cannabis rehab therapy can be accessed on an in-patient, out-patient or community basis. Residential in-patient cannabis rehab therapy is the most intensive form of support (Gossop et al., 1996). It removes individuals from their normal environment and allows them to work through the initial weeks of abstinence in structured and professional surroundings.  Out-patient and community based rehab therapy involves the individual returning home. This means more temptation is present and less professional support is available.

Residential cannabis rehab therapy will involve one to one therapy, group therapy, education around addictions and holistic and relaxation therapies, such as reflexology, creative writing, acupuncture, and reflection groups, amongst others. In most cases, cannabis rehab therapy will also have the facilities to provide an initial detox. Although cannabis withdrawal symptoms are typically only psychological, the agitation and anxiety experienced can be very distressing and uncomfortable. Therefore, medication to help ease these symptoms will usually be provided during the first few weeks of cannabis rehab therapy.

Why professional Therapy?

It is important that people with a cannabis addiction access professional cannabis rehab therapy because this is likely to give them the best chance of a successful outcome. A cannabis addiction, like any other dependence, can have many negative consequences and therefore it is vital that it is addressed in the best way possible. Having the opportunity to discuss the underlying reasons and develop effective coping strategies with professionals in the field of addiction therapy may avoid disheartening relapses that can occur in the future.

When should someone seek cannabis rehab therapy?

It is vital that anyone who is addicted to cannabis seeks cannabis rehab therapy. No formal physical withdrawal symptoms exist for cannabis, but the psychological agitation and anxiety can make abstinence extremely challenging. Therefore, cannabis rehab therapy should be sought immediately.

If you suspect a loved one may be addicted to cannabis, there may be a number of indicators to look out for. For instance, you may notice their eyes are red and blurry. Their appetite may increase after inhaling or digesting cannabis, known as the “munchies”. Their behaviour may also change; individuals can become more withdrawn and anxious. Their social habits may also change as they orientate themselves around others who use cannabis. You may also find cannabis paraphernalia amongst their possessions, such as large cigarette rolling papers and grinders.

Cannabis Rehab Therapy Center options

There are a number of cannabis rehab therapy facilities throughout the UK. When looking for these privately, it is important to check that the centre is regulated by the appropriate governing body, such as the Care Quality Commission. It is also essential that such cannabis rehab UK facilities meet the standards set out by those governing bodies. Triage Healthcare only work with rehab centres that meet these needs. In doing so, we can arrange treatment at centres that offer excellent therapeutic programmes that take place within professional and supervised environments.

It is also possible to access private overseas cannabis rehab therapy. This option can be particularly appealing to those individuals who have already accessed help in the UK with limited success. By travelling overseas to access treatment, the person is completely removed from their problematic surroundings. Overseas treatment can also represent better value for money in some cases.

It is also possible to access free NHS services. Whilst it would clearly be preferable to receive cannabis rehabilitation without having to pay for it, it is important to remember that there is an imbalance between availability of addiction treatment in the NHS and the demand in the community. Therefore, there can often be long waiting lists involved when trying to access the NHS options.

How long could a stay at a cannabis Rehab therapy center take?

A detox from cannabis in a residential centre may take a minimum of two weeks. However, it is vital that psychological therapy is also accessed afterwards. Therefore, the minimum recommended stay at a rehab centre should be between six and twelve weeks.

Cannabis Rehab therapy aftercare support

Upon leaving a treatment centre, aftercare is also an important element of the recovery process. Individuals need ongoing support in order to abstain from cannabis in the long-term, particularly if they are going from the intensive support offered at a treatment centre to no professional support upon returning home. Ideally aftercare should consist of one-to-one specialist addictions counselling alongside fellowship and local drug services meetings.

How much does private cannabis Rehab therapy 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 cannabis Rehab therapy in the UK

Triage Healthcare Ltd is a specialist healthcare company dedicated to the treatment of addictive illness. We were formed in 2005 by Consultant Addiction Psychiatrist Dr Bruce Trathen MBBS MRCPsych, and Addictions Therapist David Goodlad FRSH MA Dip. MBACP (Snr. Accred) UKRC NCAC CADC. We have an in-depth knowledge of the full range of treatment services and programme options throughout the UK and abroad, and will advise you independently of any particular centre.

References

NTORS The National Treatment Outcome Research Study: Summary of the project, the clients, and preliminary findings: First Bulletin. (1996). Gossop, M., Marsden, J., Stewart, D., Edwards, C., Lehmann, P., Wilson, A., & Segar, G. Department of Health: London.