Drug & Alcohol Rehab Centres in Chelmsford

Substances such as drugs and alcohol are commonly abused across the UK. In Chelmsford, the situation is no different; individuals, families and communities in the county are all negatively affected by substance abuse. The good news, however, is that drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford is readily available via private clinics, charities, local support groups, local counsellors and the NHS for those that need it.

Recovery.org.uk wants to assure you that, no matter what substance you have been having trouble with, we can help you to find a suitable alcohol or drug rehab in Chelmsford. We help people struggling with the following substances:

• Alcohol
• Illegal drugs (such as heroin, cocaine, ecstasy)
• Prescription drugs (strong painkillers, sedatives)
• Over-the-counter medication (tablets containing codeine)
• Former legal highs (Clockwork Orange, Spice)
• Inhalants and solvents.

What Is Rehab in Chelmsford Like?

Drug and alcohol rehab in Chelmsford is similar to rehab in every other town and city across the UK. It usually consists of a combination of detox and psychotherapeutic treatments provided in an outpatient or inpatient setting.

While not every patient will require a detox, most will, so it is wise to assume that you are going to need to undergo this process before treatment begins. Only those who have been abusing specific illegal substances that have not caused a physical dependence will not need to detox.

When it comes to choosing the ‘best’ rehab in Chelmsford for your situation, we will look at several factors such as the type of substance you have been abusing and how long for, your overall mental and physical health, your commitments at home, and your preferences. We will also ask about your budget to ensure we only ever recommend a clinic that will not stretch your finances.

Detox: Why Is It Required Before Drug or Alcohol?

The term detox derives from the word ‘detoxification’; it is the process that separates the addict from the substance being abused. Before rehab can begin, the individual must have a clear mind and body, and this can only be achieved when all the chemicals and toxins that have built up are removed.

Once the person quits alcohol or drugs, the body will naturally begin to expel all remaining traces of the chemicals, but this can result in a number of withdrawal symptoms that can end up being quite unpleasant. Detox tends to last between seven and ten days, during which time symptoms will peak before subsiding.

In a supervised detox facility, patients will stay for the duration of the detox and will be closely supervised and monitored by fully trained medical staff. If it is deemed appropriate, the patient may be prescribed medication to help prevent or treat symptoms.

Moving on to Alcohol or Drug Rehab in Chelmsford

Once a programme of detox has been completed, treatment can begin in an outpatient or inpatient facility. In most cases, we will recommend a private residential clinic for our clients as we believe that the treatment approach and ethos of the private clinic are far superior to anything else.

However, we understand that this type of care may not be appropriate for every client; in this situation, we will explore other avenues of treatment to suit the needs of the individual. That said, we want to explain why we believe that residential care is the best option.