Methods of Treatment

The methods of treatment at East Coast Recovery are holistic. They are underpinned by the Twelve Step programme of recovery and incorporate elements of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). We also offer acupressure, meditative techniques and nutritional guidance. Numerous recreational activities, including bowling, volleyball on the beach, swimming, boating on the Norfolk Broads, fishing trips, rock-climbing and various forms of fitness training are also available.

The Twelve Step Programme has been successful in freeing individuals from every type of addiction since 1937. Over the decades it has proved to be the most effective means of achieving a stable, contented and sustained recovery. The greatest advantage of this approach is that, throughout the world, Anonymous Fellowships have been established to provide free, accessible and consistent support for anyone who may need it. This means that, after leaving treatment, our graduates become members of a worldwide network of mutual help and support. The Fellowships also provide 24-hour helplines. There are also many other benefits in being a member of a world-wide network. You will meet numerous people who understand your difficulties because they share in your struggle with addiction. Some will be newcomers like you. Others may have been in successful recovery for many years. You will find a fellowship ‘sponsor’ who can help and guide you through every step of your recovery programme. There are now more than 8000 regular 12 Step fellowship meetings throughout England, Scotland and Wales. This means that, when you return home after completing your treatment, you will be able to continue with your recovery in your own local area.

Our programmes also incorporate Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). This powerful therapeutic instrument proceeds from the general assumption that our feelings and behaviours are directly influenced by our thoughts. Once we become aware of our faulty and self-defeating thought patterns, we can begin, gradually and safely, to replace them with more positive and effective ideas and behaviours.

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