Opioid Addiction Treatment

Opioid Addiction Treatment

At Ocean Recovery Centre, we provide confidential assessments and personalised treatment for those experiencing opioid dependence. This includes medically supported detoxification, residential rehabilitation, evidence-based therapy and ongoing aftercare for both prescribed and non-prescribed opioid addictions.

To learn more about treatment options or for a confidential discussion, call our admissions team today.

What Is Opioid Addiction?

Opioid addiction, also known as opioid use disorder, can be very challenging. Lots of people who take opioids for long periods develop physical dependence, meaning they can suffer from withdrawal symptoms if the medication is stopped. Tolerance may also develop, which is where large amounts of the medication are required to achieve the same effect.

Addiction is when someone continues to use opioids despite negative consequences, cravings, difficulty controlling use and begins to prioritise opioids over their responsibilities. In this scenario, a professional assessment will consider your symptoms, behaviour and medical history to recommend the most appropriate treatment.

Risks of Opioid Addiction

There are several serious health consequences if opioid addiction is left untreated.

Overdose

Opioids can slow and stop breathing. An overdose is a medical emergency and requires immediate emergency assistance.

Mixing Substances

Using opioids alongside alcohol or other sedating substances increases the risk of overdose and other serious complications.

Reduced Tolerance

Following a period of abstinence or detoxification, opioid tolerance decreases. This means that returning to previous doses can increase the risk of overdose.

Physical and Mental Health

Long-term opioid addiction can impact sleep, mood, relationships, employment, physical health and quality of life.

If someone is unresponsive, difficult to wake, or breathing very slowly after taking opioids, call 999 immediately.

Treatment for Opioid Addiction at Ocean Recovery

We understand that no two addiction experiences are the same. Whether your dependence involves prescription or non-prescription medication, your treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment so we can recommend the most appropriate level of care.

Our opioid dependence treatment programmes are tailored to individual needs and may include medically supported detoxification, residential rehabilitation, psychological therapies and ongoing aftercare to support long-term recovery.

Confidential Pre-Admission Assessment

Before we recommend a personalised treatment plan, our experienced team will build a clear picture of your physical health, mental wellbeing and substance use. During the assessment, we may discuss:

• The opioid or opioids you’re using
• Any prescription history
• How opioids are taken and how often they are used
• The duration and severity of your opioid use
• Any previous overdoses or withdrawal experiences
• Alcohol or other drug use
• Existing medical conditions
• Mental health symptoms or previous diagnoses
• Previous detox or rehabilitation treatment
• Your home environment and available support
• Any immediate withdrawal or safety concerns

Medically Supported Detoxification

Your treatment may begin with a medically supported detox. This is carefully planned in line with your needs, with the aim of managing opioid withdrawal treatment safely and comfortably.

Throughout detox, you’ll receive ongoing support and monitoring. Any medication used is prescribed and reviewed by qualified clinicians.

While detox is often essential, it’s not a complete treatment for addiction. Lasting recovery is more likely when detox is followed by structured rehabilitation and aftercare.

Residential Opioid Rehabilitation and Prescription Opioid Rehab

After detox, many individuals continue into residential rehab where they can focus on recovery without the distractions and triggers or everyday life. Residential rehab offers:

• A safe and substance-free environment
• A structured daily routine
• Regular one-to-one and group therapy
• Peer support from others in recovery
• Practical relapse-prevention planning
• Continued support during the vulnerable period after detox

Individual Addiction Counselling

Counselling provides people with a confidential space to explore various personal factors that may have contributed to addiction. This includes topics such as:

• How opioid use first began
• Chronic pain or previous injury
• Trauma or difficult experiences
• Relationship or family difficulties
• Motivation for recovery
• Rebuilding confidence, identity and purpose

A therapy plan will then be tailored to your circumstances and recovery goals.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

This is one of the evidence-based therapies used in our treatment programmes. It helps individuals to understand how thoughts, emotions and behaviours can affect opioid use. By identifying triggers and unhelpful thinking patterns, individuals can develop healthier coping strategies, strengthen their decision-making and build confidence in supporting their own recovery.

Group Therapy

Group therapy is an important part of rehab and offers opportunities to learn from others who have experienced similar challenges. In these sessions, individuals are encouraged to discuss, support and take accountability.

Trauma and Mental Health Support

Many people suffer with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or chronic pain alongside an opioid addiction. At Ocean Recovery, these issues are considered as part of your personalised treatment plan. This is because we want to help you better understand the relationship between mental health and substance use while providing therapeutic support.

Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention is an essential part of our treatment programme. Before leaving rehab, you’ll develop a personalised relapse prevention plan which may include:

• Identifying personal triggers
• Craving management techniques
• Emergency coping strategies
• Building a reliable support network
• Developing healthy daily routines
• Avoiding high-risk situations
• Planning ongoing pain management
• Preparing for discharge and community support
• Understanding the reduced tolerance that follows detoxification and the increased risks associated with relapse

In doing this, we want to help you feel prepared for the next stage of recovery.

Aftercare

Following residential opioid rehab and treatment, we offer continued peer support, reviews, relapse prevention guidance and family involvement. We can also connect individuals to local recovery services and community support groups. Recovery is an ongoing process and continued support is key for long-term sobriety.

Opioid Addiction and Other Substances

Many people experiencing opioid addiction also use other substances such as alcohol and cocaine. It’s important to be open about all substance use to allow our clinical team to plan treatment safely and to reduce potential risks during the detox process.

Why Choose Ocean Recovery for Opioid Addiction Treatment?

At Ocean Recovery Centre, we offer:

• Confidential admissions and assessments
• Personalised treatment plans
• Medically supported opioid detox and rehab
• Evidence-based therapies
• Experienced clinical and therapeutic teams
• Comfortable residential facilities
• Ongoing aftercare and relapse prevention support
• Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered services

Recovery from opioid addiction is possible, and you don’t need to wait until your situation becomes severe before asking for help. Our team can answer questions and family members are also welcome to call on behalf of a loved one.

So, call Ocean Recovery today or complete our online contact form for help for opioid addiction and begin your journey towards recovery.