We Offer Specialised Help For Women
Women’s Rehab
Castle Craig offers women’s accommodation in Serenity House. We also run female-only group sessions and women’s gym sessions every day. Castle Craig also accepts men who are part of our community, but women can apply to stay in our female-only house if they wish. Women-only group therapy is run every day to ensure a safe space for women to express themselves. With a team of 20 therapists, we are happy to offer to pair you with a female therapist as part of your personalised treatment plan.
Why Do Women Need Rehab?
As a woman struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, you face a unique set of challenges that can significantly complicate your recovery journey.1 Recognising these many complexities becomes crucial in acknowledging the issue, seeking appropriate support, and successfully navigating the path to a life free from substance dependency.
Long-Term Risks of Addiction for Women
Alcohol and drugs can have a complicated effect on women. Women are at a high risk of health complications such as liver damage, brain damage, heart disease, and breast cancer.
How Are Women Affected by Addiction?
Women often have to balance multiple roles in life which can take a toll on their mental health. Combined with biological, psychological, and social factors, this can make women vulnerable to substance misuse and may make recovery more difficult in some cases.
Seven Reasons Why Women Delay Rehab:
- Stigma – Because there’s still a certain stigma attached to women and addiction, you may be hesitant to reach out for the support you truly need. Fear of judgment and societal labels can make it harder to admit that you have a problem, let alone ask for help. For mothers, the fear of being labelled a ‘bad mother’ prevents many women for reaching out for rehab.2
- Family life – Balancing family, work, and self-care amid struggling with alcohol or drug misuse adds additional complexity. There is always a pressure for women to ‘keep going’ and usually a burden of responsibility for keeping the family and home running. You’re less likely to take time off work if you’re worried about job security or
- Child care – One key reason women delay rehab is the concern that their children will be taken into care by Social Services.3 On top of this the feeling that they will be letting their children down by needing to take four weeks away from them can prevent them seeking residential rehab.
- Mental health – Woman facing addiction have a high chance of having a dual diagnosis involving underlying mental health issues like depression, anxiety, co-dependency, or eating disorders.
- Eating disorders – Fear of eating in front of others and fear of food sometimes prevents women considering residential rehab. At Castle Craig we offer options for our patients to eat in a quieter area of the dining room.
- Trauma – Traumatic events such as sexual assault and the fear of addressing the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder can cause women to delay rehab.
- Shame – Lastly, women may disregard the signs of drug or alcohol addiction due to fear or shame, unaware of the potential impact on their physical and mental well-being.
How Does Castle Craig Help Women?
Rehab Groups Specifically for Women
Research shows that many women benefit more from female-tailored treatment options, as you will likely feel more comfortable opening up about sensitive issues in a same-sex group.
At Castle Craig, we understand the challenges you face and offer you a safe and nurturing environment for recovery. With us, you’ll find specialised women’s only groups, therapies and holistic treatments, as well as an environment where you will feel understood, empowered, and supported every step of the way.
Female-Only Accomodation
Although Castle Craig isn’t exclusively a rehab for women, we take pride in offering Serenity House, a dedicated female-only residential unit managed entirely by a team of experienced female staff.
Serenity House stands as a safe community exclusively for women seeking drug and alcohol addiction treatment. Our team is dedicated to providing personalised care tailored to address the many challenges you face as a woman during recovery.
In this space designed especially for women, you’ll find a comforting and welcoming environment where you will feel protected throughout your stay. Accommodations at Serenity House can be arranged upon request during admission, providing an optimal setting for you to focus on your recovery alongside other female patients.
Here, we tackle women’s issues such as societal stigma, the portrayal of women, body image, the challenges of motherhood, menopause, societal and family pressures, relationship complexities, eating disorders, and issues like abuse.
Holistic Rehab Therapies for Women
In addition to women’s group sessions and one-to-one therapy, Castle Craig provides a wide variety of complementary therapies that are available for all, and often particularly popular with our female patients. Many of these holistic therapies act as a powerful tool in healing, offering scope for empowerment and introspection, aiding in stress reduction and emotional regulation, trauma recovery and enhancing self-confidence.
Rehab for Menopause Symptoms
Menopause is a key phase in a woman’s life and the hormonal changes can have a huge impact not only on the female body but also on a woman’s mental health.4
At Castle Craig, our therapists are menopause-informed, and with menopause specialists on our therapy team, we are able to offer therapy tailored specifically for the complications of this stage of life.
Lynda’s Recovery Journey
Lynda shares her inspiring journey from the depths of addiction to a life in recovery with Castle Craig. Listen to her powerful story as she reflects on past struggles and how rehab transformed her life.
Life after Rehab: Recovery & Support
Navigating life after rehab can be tough as you transition back to your daily routine, and continuing care is key in relapse prevention. At Castle Craig, we want to make sure you have the right support even after you leave, which is why we offer an extensive aftercare program and provide specialised assistance to our female patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can pregnant women access rehab?
Yes, pregnant women can access rehab at Castle Craig. If your pregnancy is high-risk or if you are in the later stages of pregnancy it will be unlikely that you can stay with us for your safety, however we do admit pregnant women if they receive sign-off from our Medical Director.
Can my children visit me in rehab?
Castle Craig is delighted to welcome families to visit their loved ones at weekends.
Can I bring my child to rehab?
Unfortunately Castle Craig cannot accommodate children. However there are public services available in Scotland for mothers and children.
Can I see a female therapist?
Yes we have a large therapy team and can arrange for you to be paired with a female therapist.
How Long is Rehab for Women?
A typical residential stay at Castle Craig ranges from 28 to 35 days for short-term treatment and 60 to 90 days for long-term care. Detox, if needed, averages around 3 to 10 days for most substances, although certain drugs like methadone and benzodiazepines may require longer.
References
- EUDA, Women and drugs: health and social responses. Accessed October 2024.
- Lee N, Boeri M. Managing Stigma: Women Drug Users and Recovery Services. Fusio. 2017 Spring;1(2):65-94. PMID: 30140790; PMCID: PMC6103317.
- Trinity College Dublin. Perceived fear of losing children major barrier to women accessing addiction treatment. Accesseed October 2024.
- Menopause Depression. Kulkarni J, Gurvich C, Mu E, et al. Menopause depression: Under recognised and poorly treated. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry. 2024;58(8):636-640. doi:10.1177/00048674241253944
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