Navigating the Common Challenges of Rebuilding a Life in Recovery

Navigating the Common Challenges of Rebuilding a Life in Recovery

Recovering from addiction is a tough and ongoing journey. After completing a rehabilitation programme, individuals often have to rebuild their lives from scratch and face various obstacles. Common challenges can include rebuilding relationships, re-establishing self-esteem, finding purpose, and dealing with triggers. However, these hurdles are not impossible to overcome. With determination, patience, and the right…

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Lifestyle Changes: Sobriety Doesn't End With Treatment; It Sets Off the Journey of Recovery

Lifestyle Changes: Sobriety Doesn’t End With Treatment; It Sets Off the Journey of Recovery

It is common for individuals to believe that sobriety is something that can be achieved or otherwise traditionally “completed” once an addiction treatment programme is finished. Contrary to this notion, however, it is necessary to recognise that sobriety does not end with treatment. Rather, sobriety is a lifelong journey that requires ongoing lifestyle changes to…

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Lifestyle Changes: Sobriety Doesn't End With Treatment; It Sets Off the Journey of Recovery

Lifestyle Changes: Sobriety Doesn’t End With Treatment; It Sets Off the Journey of Recovery

It is common for individuals to believe that sobriety is something that can be achieved or otherwise traditionally “completed” once an addiction treatment programme is finished. Contrary to this notion, however, it is necessary to recognise that sobriety does not end with treatment. Rather, sobriety is a lifelong journey that requires ongoing lifestyle changes to…

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Why Continuing Professional Support and Education Is Vital to Maintaining Recovery

Why Continuing Professional Support and Education Is Vital to Maintaining Recovery

It is not uncommon for individuals to believe that addiction recovery is completed once an individual effectively ceases their alcohol and drug use long-term. Contrary to this notion, however, it is necessary to recognise that addiction recovery is a lifelong journey, one that is never traditionally “completed.” While establishing initial sobriety is something worth celebrating,…

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The Benefits of One-To-One Counselling in Rehab Programmes

The Benefits of One-To-One Counselling in Rehab Programmes

Addiction treatment involves a multi-dimensional approach to help individuals recover and maintain sobriety. At Perry Clayman Project (PCP), we understand that every client has unique needs requiring a specialised rehabilitation programme to achieve the best outcomes. One of the core components of our programme is one-to-one counselling, which is tailored to each individual’s unique circumstances…

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How Does Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprogramming (EMDR) Help Clients Overcome Addiction?

How Does Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprogramming (EMDR) Help Clients Overcome Addiction?

Addiction poses significant obstacles to recovery, but a powerful solution is available: eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. By facilitating the processing of past experiences and diminishing their impact on the present, EMDR effectively reduces intrusive thoughts and addresses triggers associated with substance abuse. The Perry Clayman Project (PCP) understands the transformative capacity of…

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Overcoming Barriers to Addiction Rehabilitation

Overcoming Barriers to Addiction Rehabilitation

Seeking help for addiction can often present various barriers for people. These barriers can come from mental health challenges, a lack of access to resources, or beliefs about addiction and recovery, and can prevent people from receiving professional help in addiction rehabilitation. At the Perry Clayman Project (PCP), we recognise the importance of overcoming these…

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