Drug & Alcohol Rehab Southwark
Confidential, trauma-informed rehab for Southwark residents, from safe detox and therapy to aftercare and family support, tailored to your needs.
Private Addiction Support For People in Southwark
Addiction impacts lives across Southwark, from the busy streets of Elephant and Castle and Bermondsey to the riverside neighbourhoods of Rotherhithe and Bankside. Sometimes it’s hidden behind work, family, or social commitments; other times, it’s painfully visible. Either way, the effects on health, relationships and stability can be profound.
In Southwark, a mix of urban pressures, community connections and lifestyle demands can make it hard to break free from harmful patterns, especially when local treatment options feel limited or stretched.
Abbington House offers private, trauma-informed rehabilitation for individuals and families across Southwark. Whether you need medical detox, therapy for co-occurring mental health conditions, or a full residential programme, we provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space to start again.
From your first call to ongoing aftercare, we’re here to guide and support you through every stage of recovery.
What We Treat at Abbington House
At Abbington House, we work with clients from across Southwark – including Bermondsey, Camberwell, Peckham, Dulwich, and Rotherhithe – helping them recover from a wide range of addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions. Every programme is built on trauma-informed care and personalised to your situation.
Drug Addiction Treatment
We provide treatment for:
- Cocaine addiction
- Cannabis misuse
- Heroin and opioid dependence
- Ketamine misuse
- Prescription drug addiction, including tramadol, codeine, and benzodiazepines.
In Southwark, we often see drug use linked to work stress, nightlife culture or coping with unresolved trauma. Whatever the cause, we address both the substance use and the underlying drivers.
Alcohol Rehab
Alcohol misuse can creep up slowly or escalate quickly. Our alcohol rehab includes:
- Safe, medically supervised detox
- 1:1 and group therapy
- Trauma-focused interventions
- Relapse prevention tools.
We help you understand your triggers, rebuild confidence and develop strategies for long-term sobriety.
Dual Diagnosis and Mental Health
Many people come to us struggling with both addiction and mental health issues. We provide integrated treatment for:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD and trauma
- ADHD
- Stress-related disorders.
This means we treat both conditions together, giving you the best chance of sustained recovery.
Wherever you are in Southwark, whether this is your first time seeking help or you’ve been here before, we’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that truly fits your needs.
How Rehab Works at Abbington House
How Rehab Works at Abbington House
Step 1: Personalised Admission
We start with a confidential assessment to understand your substance use, mental health, and personal goals. Whether you’re in Bermondsey, Camberwell, Dulwich, Peckham or Rotherhithe, we can arrange safe, discreet transport directly to our centre.
Step 2: Medical Detox (If Needed)
For substances like alcohol, opioids, and certain prescription drugs, detox is often necessary before therapy begins. Our medical team provides 24/7 monitoring to ensure withdrawal is as safe and comfortable as possible.
Step 3: Therapy and Trauma-Informed Care
Once you’re physically stable, you’ll begin a tailored therapy programme, which may include:
- 1:1 counselling
- Group therapy
- CBT and DBT
- Trauma-focused therapy
- Relapse prevention workshops.
Step 4: Holistic Therapies for Whole-Person Healing
We integrate evidence-based therapies with holistic practices to support body and mind:
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Creative therapies like art and journaling
- Sound therapy
- Gentle movement and nature walks.
Step 5: Peer Support and Community
Living alongside others in recovery builds connection, understanding and accountability - a foundation for lasting change.
Step 6: Preparing for Life After Rehab
Before you leave, we’ll create a personalised aftercare plan tailored to your life in Southwark. This includes relapse prevention strategies, family support options and access to our nationwide alumni network for continued encouragement.
Family Support for Enfield Households
Family Support for Enfield Households
At Abbington House, we believe family involvement is a key part of recovery. When relatives understand addiction and learn healthier ways to support, the chances of lasting change grow significantly.
Weekly Online Family Support Sessions
We offer therapist-led family groups that are:
- Held online so they’re accessible anywhere in Southwark and beyond
- Facilitated by experienced therapists
- Open to parents, partners, siblings and adult children
- Focused on communication, boundaries, education and emotional resilience
- Available to families of both current and former clients.
These sessions provide a safe, non-judgemental space for learning, sharing experiences, and feeling less alone.
Why It Matters in Southwark
In a borough as diverse and tightly connected as Southwark, family relationships can be both a source of strength and a source of stress. Our programme helps you nurture the supportive aspects while protecting your own wellbeing.
Leaving Southwark for Treatment
For many people in Southwark, the idea of leaving home for rehab can feel daunting. But stepping away from your everyday environment – even for a short time – can make it easier to focus fully on recovery.
In areas like Bermondsey, Camberwell, Peckham and Elephant and Castle, daily life can bring constant reminders, familiar social circles and places linked to substance use. Staying close to these triggers can make change harder.
By leaving Southwark for residential rehab, you gain the space to reset, away from distractions and old routines. At Abbington House, you’ll have the time, safety and support to work on the changes you want to make, without outside pressures pulling you back.
Supported Travel from Southwark
We regularly welcome clients from across the borough and can arrange confidential, door-to-door transport from your home to our centre. This makes the move into treatment smooth, private and stress-free.
Leaving doesn’t mean you’re running from problems – you’re just creating the best environment to address them. And when you return, you’ll be equipped with the tools, strategies and confidence to move forward.
Aftercare and Returning to Southwark
Aftercare and Returning to Southwark
Your Aftercare Plan May Include:
- Regular check-ins with our team
- Relapse prevention strategies tailored to your home and social life in Southwark
- Access to our nationwide alumni network for peer support
- Continued family involvement, if helpful
We know that coming back to familiar places, whether it’s a pub in Bermondsey, old friends in Peckham, or a routine in Camberwell, can trigger old habits. Your aftercare plan is designed to help you handle these moments with clarity and resilience.
With ongoing guidance and a strong community behind you, you’ll never have to face your recovery alone.
Real Stories from Clients
We’ve supported clients from every corner of Southwark, from the lively streets of Peckham to the riverside walks of Rotherhithe, each with their own history and hopes for the future.
These stories show that with the right help, lasting change is possible, no matter how many times you’ve tried before.
FAQs About Rehab for Southwark Residents
Can you collect clients from Southwark?
Yes. We regularly collect clients from Peckham, Bermondsey, Dulwich, Camberwell, and Rotherhithe. We can arrange confidential, supported transport from your home to Abbington House.
How long is treatment?
Most stays last between 4 and 12 weeks, depending on your needs and progress. We’ll recommend the right length for you after your assessment.
What addictions do you treat?
We treat alcohol, cocaine, heroin, cannabis, ketamine, and prescription drug addictions, as well as co-occurring mental health conditions.
Do you treat mental health issues too?
Yes. We offer dual diagnosis support for depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, ADHD and stress-related disorders.
Can my family be involved in treatment?
Absolutely. We run weekly online family support sessions, open to parents, partners, siblings and adult children, during and after treatment.