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Drug and Alcohol Rehab St Helens
Find the support you need for alcohol and drug addiction near St Helens.
Alcohol and Drug Recovery Near St Helens
Taking the first step toward recovery is rarely easy, but reaching out for help is a strong place to start. If you’re looking for rehab services near St Helens, there are treatment options available to support you through every stage of recovery.
Whether you need structured residential care or flexible outpatient support, professional guidance from our team at Ocean Recovery can help you find the right path forward.
With a ‘Good’ CQC rating, we provide a safe space away from addictive triggers and work with you or your loved one to reach sobriety.
Based in Blackpool, we’re less than an hour from St Helens and have experience working with all kinds of drug and alcohol addictions at our homely and pleasant recovery centre.
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How To Get To Ocean Recovery from St Helens
What Should I Consider Before Choosing Rehab?
If you’re questioning whether you need rehab, taking the time to understand your relationship with drugs or alcohol can be an important first step. Learning what professional treatment offers may help you decide whether additional support could benefit your recovery.
Addictions Treated at Ocean Recovery
There are many different types of substance addiction, each of which can bring its own challenges during recovery. At Ocean Recovery, we tailor treatment to the individual, providing professional support for both drug and alcohol dependency.
Alcohol addiction can gradually take a toll on your physical health, emotional wellbeing and everyday life. At Ocean Recovery, we provide specialist alcohol rehab treatment tailored to your individual needs, giving you the professional support needed to work towards lasting recovery.
Addiction can also develop around many different drugs, which is why our team at Ocean Recovery is equipped to provide specialist treatment including:
- Drug Rehab
- Cocaine Rehab
- Heroin Rehab
- Cannabis Rehab
- Prescription Drug Rehab
- Amphetamine Rehab
- Ketamine Rehab
How to Recognise Substance Addiction
There is no single way that addiction looks or affects a person’s life. The signs can differ considerably depending on individual circumstances and the substance involved, but there are several recurring changes that can indicate drug or alcohol use is becoming increasingly difficult to control. These include:
- Fluctuations in mood
- Experiences of increased stress or emotional challenges
- Disinterest in day-to-day activities
- Changes in trust or transparency with others
- Changes in money management habits
Inpatient vs Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Understanding your treatment options can make the decision to enter rehab feel less overwhelming. Inpatient and outpatient programmes are both designed to provide support during recovery, but the right choice will depend on your individual needs and circumstances.
Choosing a CQC-registered private rehab, such as Ocean Recovery, provides immediate access to medically supervised detox and residential therapy. The environment is structured, trigger-free, and designed to support full recovery.
Private rehabilitation allows you to focus exclusively on healing, away from the pressures and distractions of everyday life, which is an approach proven to reduce relapse rates and promote long-term sobriety.
Outpatient addiction treatment provides ongoing care through scheduled counselling and therapy sessions, while allowing you to continue living independently. It offers flexibility for people who do not require residential treatment.
Rehab for Dual Diagnosis
A dual diagnosis occurs when addiction exists alongside a mental health condition. Because the two can influence one another, addressing both during treatment can be an important part of building a more stable and sustainable recovery.
Taking Back Control Through Recovery
Recovery through rehabilitation can bring positive changes that extend well beyond becoming substance-free. Treatment can help improve your physical and emotional wellbeing, strengthen your confidence and provide practical tools for maintaining a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
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94 Queen's Promenade, Blackpool, FY2 9NS, Blackpool, FY2 9NS
Landline: 01253 847 553
Email: info@oceanrecoverycentre.com
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What Happens During Residential Rehabilitation?
Every recovery journey begins differently, which is why we take a personalised approach to treatment. At Ocean Recovery, we’ll assess your needs, discuss your options, and develop a programme designed to give you the strongest possible foundation for long-term recovery.
Starting Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Beginning treatment with Ocean Recovery is simple and confidential. Our admissions process involves:
- Free telephone assessment to understand your situation, addiction history and medical background.
- Admission planning within 24 hours and coordinated transport from St Helens to our facility if needed.
- Arrival and induction, where you’ll meet our medical team for a full assessment and orientation.
Medical Support During Detox
Detox is the first step, and it’s almost always essential. Under constant supervision, you’ll receive assistance managing withdrawal symptoms safely and comfortably. Our nursing team monitors progress round-the-clock, ensuring stability before therapy begins.
Recovery Treatment at Ocean Recovery
Once detox is complete, you’ll enter the treatment stage, focusing on both the psychological and emotional drivers of addiction. Our therapy mix includes:
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Dialectical behaviour therapy
- Group therapy and peer support sessions
- One-to-one counselling with addiction specialists
- Family therapy, where appropriate
- Holistic practices such as mindfulness, yoga, and creative art therapy
Ongoing Support from Ocean Recovery
As you approach the end of your programme, our team helps you develop a detailed relapse-prevention plan, giving you strategies to manage cravings, identify triggers, and maintain balance once home.
Recovery continues well beyond your stay. Ocean Recovery provides 12 months of complimentary aftercare, including:
- Weekly peer-support or therapy sessions (in person or online)
- Structured relapse-prevention workshops
- Connections to AA and NA meetings in St Helens, Rainhill and nearby areas
- Access to community support via Change Grow Live St Helens or We Are With You
- Ongoing phone or video support with your counsellor
This continuity ensures you stay connected, motivated, and supported through your first year of independent recovery.
What to Expect from Your Stay at Ocean Recovery
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we recommend a treatment duration based on your individual recovery needs. Factors including the nature of your addiction, its severity and the need for detox will all be considered. Most programmes last between 7 and 28 days, but treatment can be extended to 90 days where appropriate.
Why Our Approach Works
There is no single factor that determines whether a rehabilitation centre is right for you. The standard of care, experience of the team, facilities, location and affordability all matter. At Ocean Recovery, we aim to offer a well-rounded treatment experience that gives you the support and environment you need to focus on recovery.
Our Rehab Facilities
We’re extremely proud of our state-of-the-art recovery facilities. They provides a space for residents to have the most relaxing stay possible while still receiving the support they need.
Ocean Recovery Facilities include:
CQC Registered
FREE Transportation Included
Medically Assisted Detoxification
Comfortable Communal Lounge
Beautiful Modern Dining Lounge
External Courtyard and Outside Seating Area
12 Months FREE Aftercare
Regular Contact with Loved Ones Encouraged
Double or Single Bedrooms
Rooms with Ensuite Bathrooms
Lounge Areas with Sky TV and a Piano
Nutritious Dining Facilities and an Outdoor Courtyard
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Give Us A Call
Speak to an advisor today to find out more about the rehabilitation programmes we offer at our drug and alcohol rehab centre
The Cost of Treatment at Ocean Recovery
The cost of private rehab can vary depending on your individual treatment needs, the length of your stay and whether you require a medically supported detox. To give you a clearer idea of what you can expect to pay, our typical treatment costs* are outlined below:
- £8,400 for a 14-night programme
- £11,900 for a 21-night programme
- £14,850 for a 28-night programme
*Prices are indicative and may be subject to change. Please contact our Admissions Team to confirm the current price and availability.
The Team at Ocean Recovery
Your recovery is managed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists who bring decades of experience to your care. Many of our support staff have even experienced their own recovery journeys, and can offer a level of empathy and understanding that is available in many other places.
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John Gillen
DirectorEuropean Pioneer of NAD+ Therapy John has travelled extensively around…
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John Gillen
European Pioneer of NAD+ Therapy
John has travelled extensively around the world, culminating in 19 years’ experience looking at different models. He is the European pioneer of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) treatment to Europe in 2010; and recently back from the USA bringing state of the art Virtual Reality Relapse Prevention and stress reduction therapy. His passion extends to other metabolic disturbances and neurodegenerative diseases. The journey continues. In recent times, John has travelled to Russia to study and research into a new therapy photobiomudulation or systemic laser therapy working with NAD+ scientists and the very best of the medical professionals in the UK and the USA, together with Nadcell, Bionad Hospitals own select Doctors, nurses, dieticians and therapists. Johns’ passion continues to endeavour to bring to the UK and Europe new developments with NAD+ Therapy in preventive and restorative medicine and Wellness. In 2017 John Gillen was made a visiting Professor at the John Naisbitt university in Belgrade Serbia. -
Madissar Iqbal
Operations ManagerMadissar has a wealth of experience in a managerial position…
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Madissar Iqbal
Madissar has a wealth of experience in a managerial position within substance misuse for over 20 years, working with offending behaviour and criminal justice. Madissar began his career as a prison officer in 2000 and progressed further in the substance misuse field within the prison settings delivering various short duration programmes and linking prisoners to community-based treatment providers before their release. In 2006 Madissar successfully managed to set up the Drug Intervention Programme within Bedfordshire. This later transpired to successfully securing a service manager role and developing the Drug Rehabilitation Requirement Order. Madissar successfully secured various managerial positions within the substance misuse field with joint partnership working with Integrated Offender Management and police in reducing drug-related offending behaviour. Madissar gained extensive experience and expertise working for several organisations, such as Adapt, Rapt, Addaction, Westminster Drug Project, Hertfordshire Couty Council, NHS and Next Step Support. Madissar holds a diploma in level 5 Leadership and Management and has extensive experience in the senior managerial role. Madissar passion lies in supporting services to achieve their goals and objectives. In the last two years, Madissar progressed further in mental health as a senior managerial role, overseeing residential rehabilitation and supporting living accommodations with adults (18+) with a range of diverse complex needs.
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Phil Grimes
Recovery WorkerPhil is an experienced and dedicated recovery worker; he has…
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Phil Grimes
Phil is an experienced and dedicated recovery worker; he has been at Ocean Recovery since 2016. He is passionate about helping others transform their lives, having spent 25 years in addiction himself. He has been clean and living his best life since 2008. He is an experienced group facilitator and qualified life coach who uses CBT, NLP and ACT mindfulness relapse prevention techniques, all of which he is qualified in. He has a wealth of experience, having worked with young offenders, homeless, prolific offenders, and complex mental health needs. Phil thrives in the recovery environment and is a passionate, forward-thinking and realistic member of the team.
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Jane O'Mahoney
Ocean was the first step in my journey to recovery. I arrived not knowing I was going in to rehab and absolutely terrified whilst experiencing horrific withdrawals and not knowing where I was. I can’t say enough about how compassionate and caring the team working at Ocean are. I am beyond grateful for the month detox in Ocean and the help the team gave me to find my next step in my recovery journey upon leaving. It really is a safe haven during the vulnerable detox stage and there were plenty of laughs to be had in my four weeks at Ocean. A huge thank you and I will be eternally grateful for all of the support - which continues in aftercare after leaving! -
stevie c
I found every member of staff very approachable and professional and the clients very nice people. I have the pleasure in calling them good friends. Maybe I got lucky but came into a very special group. Eveyone from the Lee the Chef to Karen the head house cleaner was all marvellous..Special mention to my case worker Iain.. Thank you I've learnt so much about myself guys -
Laurence Birchenhall
This place helped me grow and become more aware of my short comings yet still move forward. I found my tribe here. Every single member of staff had an impact on me from support team, amazing house keeping and Lee's morning disco in the dining room. I will treasure my time and the people who I now consider as friends. Thank you -
Alexander Melville
I turned up as possibly the most reluctant guest ever to grace the doors at Blackpool. The patience of those who welcomed me was apparently second to none (although I have no memory). My experience was second to none, staff , brilliant, patient, understanding, wise. I can’t thank them enough for pretty much saving my life. If the staff read this they will know exactly what I have to be grateful for! Thanks you you all. -
Graham Willars
The staff are outstanding, genuinely caring and always going above and beyond. Great location and facilities. Highly recommended -
Jody Horner
Spent 4 weeks at Ocean and it was like a holiday. Food is restaurant standard and its super modern and clean. It cost around 12 grand for 28 days in June 2022. I was an opiate painkiller addict and alcoholic and withdrawal from morphine a few years earlier was like going through a Heroine rattle and so i was very scared of suffering withdrawal. I suffered no pain or discomfort because of the cocktail of medication they gave me to detox. (Librium amongst others) The staff, are professional and know exactly what addicts go through. Every staff member I knew were recovered addicts. Walks on beach every day. Be aware, Caffeine is banned so becareful what you take in. I will admit 28 days without Caffeine was exhausting and painful so I snuck Jars of coffee in every week from the shop. I have bipolar so self medicating with Caffeine relieves the fatigue from low mood. We had a group between 7 to 15 within the month. About 6 people told the rest of us what other high charging centres were like and everyone said Ocean is the best. Your own room, private bathrooms and no indoor cameras. Most other centres watch your every move via a camera surveillance system. Ocean recovery allows mobile phones too. Many don't. Take it from me, this is the best option. Yes its costly. But you get what you pay for. I've been in recovery 9 months and my whole life has changed. Anyway, that's my experience -
jacko jackson
Hi it is a great place, with brilliant caring staff, who are willing to go the extra mile to help you in your recovery, from helping with your health and well-being to getting and staying sober and relapse prevention. It gives you all the tools you need to help you, emotionally, mentally and physically during your stay and beyond. It provides a setting, where you can concentrate on yourself and your recovery, with great chefs and a great maintenence team all your needs are taken carelesving you free not to worry about a thing. -
Milly Nox
Brilliant
Getting To Ocean Recovery from St Helens
Our drug and alcohol rehab centre near St Helens is less than an hour away in Blackpool, offering a peaceful setting where you can begin to rebuild your life. You can reach us by:
- Car: Approximately 55 minutes via M58 and M6 motorways to Blackpool.
- Train: Direct services from St Helens Central to Preston, then a short connection to Blackpool North.
- Bus: Regular routes connect St Helens with Liverpool and onwards to the Fylde Coast.
Transport assistance may also be available if you need help getting to the centre.
Your Path to Recovery Begins Here
If you’re ready to begin your recovery journey, contact Ocean Recovery today. Our drug and alcohol rehab near St Helens offers a proven route to freedom from addiction within a caring, confidential environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing the right rehab treatment provider can be a life-changing decision; here are some of the most common questions we are asked pre-admission.
How soon can I be admitted from St Helens?
We understand that timing is crucial. Most St Helens residents can be admitted within 24 hours, depending on assessment and room availability. In some cases, we can accommodate same-day admissions.
Is rehab confidential for people in St Helens?
Yes, all treatment provided by Ocean Recovery is private and confidential. Only authorised staff involved in your care will have access to your information.
What types of addiction do you treat near St Helens?
We treat alcohol, cocaine, heroin, cannabis, prescription drugs, and behavioural addictions such as gambling. Dual-diagnosis treatment is also available for those with co-existing mental-health conditions.
Are there free services in St Helens?
Yes. Change Grow Live St Helens and We Are With You Merseyside provide community addiction support. However, private rehab offers faster access and more comprehensive therapy.
How long does rehab last?
Typical stays range from 10 to 28 days, but longer bespoke programmes can be arranged. The 28-day plan includes detox, therapy, and full relapse-prevention training.
What happens after I leave rehab?
You’ll receive a personalised 12-month aftercare plan, access to local support groups, and continued contact with our therapists to ensure long-term success.
