Built by people who understand recovery
Many of the people who lead Abbington House are in recovery themselves. They understand what it can take to ask for help, begin trusting other people and face what has been happening.
That lived experience works alongside clinical knowledge and professional expertise, shaping a treatment environment built around honesty, consistency and understanding.
Your recovery team
You or your loved one will be supported by therapists, clinical staff and recovery support workers who take time to understand what has been happening, not only the alcohol or drug use.
Feeling understood can make it easier to speak honestly, ask for support and begin to feel safe in treatment.
My job is to make sure people feel safe, listened to and properly supported as they take the next step.
Recognised independently
Abbington House holds Doctify’s Great Patient Experience Award 2026, awarded to the top 30% of providers based on verified, anonymous reviews from people treated here.
Treatment and life at Abbington House
A typical stay lasts 28 days. This gives us time to get to know you, understand what has been happening and begin the important work of changing your relationship with alcohol or drugs in a safe, home-like environment.
The stay includes comfortable accommodation, home-cooked meals, therapy that looks at the whole person, and medically supervised detox where needed. Our treatment is neurodivergent-friendly and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and families can access our 16-week online family programme.
Residential treatment
Our Centre
Support after residential treatment
Leaving Abbington House does not mean losing the support and relationships built during treatment.
Every residential stay includes one year of free aftercare, access to our recovery app and lifetime membership of the Abbington Community. Together, these provide continued connection, practical support and somewhere to turn as everyday life resumes.
Accessing treatment at Abbington House
Private treatment can be arranged directly with Abbington House. Our admissions team will listen to what has been happening, explain whether rehab may be appropriate and guide you through the next steps.
Where treatment is suitable and a place is available, admission can be arranged within 24 to 48 hours.
Private residential treatment at Abbington House is self-funded. You can view our current 28-day fee, what is included and the payment arrangements on our rehab costs page.
First Conversation
The process usually begins with a confidential telephone call. You can speak with us about yourself or someone close to you, ask questions and understand what treatment involves.
Assessment
Before admission, we complete an assessment covering alcohol or drug use, physical and mental health, current medication, previous treatment and any immediate concerns.
Arrival
When treatment is appropriate, we agree an admission date and explain the practical arrangements, including what to bring, travel to Stevenage and what to expect on arrival.