Cocaine is a highly addictive drug. Occasional use can quickly develop into a pattern of misuse and dependency. This can subsequently lead to a cocaine addiction, which can have a damaging impact on your life, as well as the lives of people around you.
Becoming over-reliant on cocaine is nothing to be ashamed of, however. The reasons people develop a dependency on cocaine are often complicated. With professional, specialist treatment and support for cocaine addiction, you can end your reliance on the drug and learn to lead a happier and healthier life once again.
The type of treatment that you’ll receive depends on several factors and will form part of a structured approach to your recovery. These factors include:
The first step on the road to recovery is accepting that you have a cocaine addiction problem. Once you've taken this step, you can seek treatment for your addiction.
The first step towards getting help for your cocaine addiction is to arrange a free addiction assessment with a Priory addiction therapist. This is a confidential, no obligation assessment that enables you to openly discuss your addiction and the unique challenges you’re facing. Your therapist will ask you questions about your cocaine addiction and assess your current situation, to help develop your tailored treatment plan.
At Priory, treatment for cocaine addiction usually takes places as part of our 28-day addiction treatment programme. This involves 24-hour support at one of our cocaine rehabilitation centres, which includes different types of therapy, including individual and group therapy.
A key part of our 28-day addiction treatment programme is our medically assisted detoxification (detox) process, if this has been recommended as part of your treatment plan.
Detox is a common stage in any drug rehab journey. It’s a process where drugs are broken down in your system and passed out of the body.
Drug detoxification at Priory takes place as part of our residential addiction treatment programme, and you'll stay at one of our hospitals for the duration of your detox. The process of detoxification usually lasts for between 7 to 10 days.
With round-the-clock care and specialist medication management to reduce any withdrawal symptoms that you may experience, we’ll ensure you’re closely looked after, remaining safe and comfortable at all times.
We have medical and nursing staff on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re always on hand to help with any issues or concerns patients may have. After the detox, you’ll be free of your dependence on drugs but such substances may still be detectable within you system for some days after.
Day care and outpatient therapy may also be options for you, depending on the severity of your cocaine addiction. These can be used as step-down options following a residential stay, or as an entry-point to treatment, depending on your individual needs.
At Priory, the care and support we provide throughout your rehabilitation for cocaine addiction continues beyond your treatment programme. Aftercare is essential to sustain your long-term recovery from cocaine addiction. That’s why we include 12 months of free aftercare following your treatment with us.
Our exceptional aftercare programme includes ongoing access to support groups, talks and advice for patients, and family support groups.
During your free assessment, our specialist will have taken the time to understand you and your circumstances, enabling them to recommend the best treatment path for your needs and goals. This tailored approach to your treatment plan, structured within National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines, is fundamental to the care and support we offer.
Treatment for cocaine addiction usually takes place as part of our 28-day inpatient addiction treatment programme, which is the most intensive form of support you can receive.
This treatment setting gives you the chance to spend some time away from your usual living situation, which means you can leave behind any triggers or negative influences and take the time to focus on your recovery and wellbeing.
We also offer outpatient and day care support for cocaine addiction. This can be delivered through flexible weekly therapy sessions, or by attending one of our cocaine rehab centres for full or half-days each week.
Outpatient and day-care therapy can be delivered at our hospital sites, through our national Priory wellbeing centre network or through our online therapy service. These options are ideal if you don’t need round-the-clock support for your addiction, but still require a level of intensive, ongoing therapeutic input.
Outpatient or day care treatment is often used as a step down from an inpatient stay, but can also be used as a step up into inpatient treatment if it’s decided you need more comprehensive support.
We offer therapy on both a one-to-one and group basis. Individual therapy (also known as one-to-one therapy or individual counselling) is an effective and commonly used treatment approach for addictions. You will receive tailored one-to-one attention and care, to help you better understand and cope with your emotions, thoughts and behaviours.
Group therapy is a type of therapy that treats a number of people at once. All group members will be experiencing similar problems or will share similar diagnoses. This form of evidence-based therapy has been found to be highly effective in the treatment of a wide range of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety and addictions.
With this type of therapy, group members are encouraged to share their experiences and insights in a supportive and trusting environment. This therapy approach offers people different perspectives on their problems relating to mental health and addictions.
Some of the therapeutic approaches we may use as part of your treatment plan include:
We have cocaine addiction treatment centres located throughout the country, ensuring that you can access the support you need in a location that's convenient for you.
At Priory, we strongly believe that the environment in which treatment takes place is just as important as the treatment programme for helping you to get better.
Our hospitals are set within beautiful sites, many of which have listed building status. Many have extensive, picturesque, private grounds where you can relax, unwind and focus on your recovery.
During inpatient treatment, you’ll stay in a modern ensuite bedroom and will have access to our peaceful and welcoming living areas, providing a tranquil space for you to enjoy leisure time.
Cocaine addiction can lead to changes in your behaviour, and this can affect your relationships with the people around you, both at home and at work.
Some of the signs of cocaine addiction to look out for include:
Seeking help to tackle your cocaine addiction at the earliest opportunity is vital. This can stop your addiction in its tracks and give you the treatment and support you need to make a full recovery.
If you need immediate support, your GP is a good place to start. They can discuss your problems with cocaine addiction and help you with next steps. This could involve providing you with useful resources or referring you to a private provider of addiction treatment, such as Priory. Alternatively, you can contact Priory directly by telephone, to find out how we can support you to overcome your cocaine addiction and get back on track.
You may also find seeking help from a specialist charity, such as Cocaine Anonymous UK, to be beneficial. You can email them via [email protected] or call their free helpline on 0800 612 0225.
At Priory, treatment for cocaine addiction usually takes places as part of our 28-day addiction treatment programme. Day care therapy and outpatient therapy may also be options for treatment, depending on the severity of your addiction.
However, the length of the addiction treatment you receive at Priory can be flexible according to your requirements and commitments. We'll be happy to discuss alternative treatment lengths with you during your free addiction assessment.
Aftercare is essential to sustain your long-term recovery from cocaine addiction. That’s why we include 12 months of free aftercare following your treatment with us.
Our exceptional aftercare programme includes ongoing access to support groups, talks and advice for patients, and family support groups.
The cost of cocaine addiction treatment at Priory varies depending on different factors. Our friendly team can provide more information on this, so don't hesitate to call us.
Yes, this is available through the NHS, but you may face a lengthy wait to access drug rehabilitation services. The mental health charity Mind has a list of organisations offering free addiction support for drug addiction.
During your free addiction assessment, we’ll talk through the confidentiality and safeguarding policies we uphold throughout your treatment.
Our highly qualified drug addiction teams at Priory consist of expert psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and other addiction specialists.
Having an addiction to cocaine can affect your behaviour and trigger a number of symptoms, which our experts are able to accurately make a diagnosis from.
Yes, it’s absolutely possible to overdose when using cocaine. A cocaine overdose is a potentially lethal condition that happens when someone takes so much cocaine that it overwhelms their body’s natural processes. This places immense strain on the cardiovascular system and can prove fatal.
