Our Core Programme | Holistic Living
REHAB DURBAN
Every individual’s addiction is unique, requiring a tailored approach to recovery.
At HOLISTIC LIVING rehab in Durban KZN, we develop a personalized Individual Treatment Plan (ITP) for each client.
This plan identifies maladaptive behaviors and serves as the foundation for their rehabilitation and personal growth.
Each ITP incorporates a range of components designed to address the physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of addiction comprehensively.
Education & Training for Recovery
HOLISTIC LIVING’s educational programs equip clients with the knowledge and skills needed for sustained sobriety.
Through lectures, practical exercises, and interactive tasks, clients deepen their understanding of addiction and recovery.
Family members also benefit from annual seminars that share critical insights to aid their loved ones.
Our Therapies
Group Therapy: Building Connections
At HOLISTIC LIVING rehab, Durban KZN, group therapy is an essential component of our programs. It fosters connection and mutual support, allowing individuals to share experiences and learn from others in similar situations. At our rehabilitation centres in Durban, these sessions reduce isolation, promote accountability, and build recovery-focused relationships.
Benefits of Group Therapy:
Peer Support: Encourages shared healing and emotional connections.
Accountability: Keeps individuals aligned with their recovery goals.
Shared Insights: Provides diverse perspectives and coping strategies.
Sense of Belonging: Breaks feelings of loneliness common in addiction.
Motivation: Witnessing others’ progress inspires personal commitment.
The 12 step methodology is incorporated into our treatment and this framework offers a clear path to recovery, emphasising self reflection, accountability and growth through spiritual principles. Recognised globally, it has been pivotal in millions of recovery journeys.
Individual Therapy
Individual counseling is a highly effective approach to addiction treatment, offering personalized support and tailored interventions to address the specific needs of the individual. Here are some key benefits:
1. Personalized Treatment Plan
Benefit: Counseling is tailored to the individual’s unique history, struggles, and goals.
Why It Helps: Addiction is a complex issue, and personalized therapy allows for targeted approaches that are more likely to lead to lasting recovery.
2. Safe and Confidential Environment
Benefit: Provides a private, confidential setting where the individual can express themselves without fear of judgment.
Why It Helps: Creating a safe space is essential for addressing the sensitive emotions and experiences related to addiction.
3. Focused Attention
Benefit: The counselor can focus entirely on the individual’s issues, offering a deeper level of understanding and guidance.
Why It Helps: This individualized attention helps uncover underlying causes of addiction, such as trauma or mental health conditions.
4. Development of Coping Strategies
Benefit: Counselors work with individuals to develop effective coping mechanisms for managing triggers, cravings, and stress.
Why It Helps: Building healthy coping strategies is essential for preventing relapse and improving emotional regulation.
5. Addressing Co-occurring Disorders
Benefit: Many individuals with addiction also struggle with mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Individual counseling allows for the treatment of both addiction and co-occurring disorders.
Why It Helps: Treating both the addiction and underlying mental health issues simultaneously can improve overall treatment outcomes.
6. Increased Self-Awareness and Insight
Benefit: Through one-on-one discussions, individuals can gain deeper insight into their behaviors, patterns, and thought processes.
Why It Helps: Greater self-awareness helps individuals recognize triggers, manage emotions, and make conscious decisions to maintain sobriety.
7. Goal Setting and Motivation
Benefit: Counselors help individuals set achievable short-term and long-term recovery goals.
Why It Helps: Setting specific goals gives the individual a clear direction and helps track progress in their recovery journey.
8. Accountability
Benefit: Regular individual sessions foster accountability to both the counselor and oneself.
Why It Helps: Knowing that someone is actively involved in the recovery process provides motivation and reduces the likelihood of relapse.
9. Opportunity for Deep Emotional Healing
Benefit: Individual therapy allows individuals to work through past trauma, guilt, or shame that may have contributed to addiction.
Why It Helps: Addressing emotional pain and unresolved issues is crucial for long-term healing and breaking the cycle of addiction.
10. Flexible and Accessible
Benefit: Individual counseling can often be scheduled at times that work best for the individual, making it more accessible.
Why It Helps: Flexibility in scheduling makes it easier for individuals to prioritize therapy alongside other commitments, like work or family.
Our Programs
Residential Programme:
A minimum three month in-house stay where patients reside at the facility, providing a supportive environment for focused recovery.
This program includes:
Group Therapy and Individual Counselling: Led by highly qualified therapists who provide personalized guidance and monitor each patient's progress.
Life Skills Development: Practical skills are integrated into the therapy to empower patients for life after the program.
Nutrition-Focused Meals: A nutritionist-designed menu ensures all meals—breakfast, lunch, and supper—are both delicious and nourishing to support overall well-being.
After completing the three-month program, patients are encouraged to join our Aftercare Program, which offers continued support to maintain their recovery journey. This program includes:
Relapse Prevention: A Proactive Approach
After completing the minimum three-month program, patients are encouraged to join our Outpatient Relapse Prevention Program, which provides ongoing support to help them maintain long-term recovery.
Program Features:
Weekend Retreat Safety Program
Patients check in on Saturday at 10 AM and check out on Sunday at 4 PM, bringing their own sleeping bags. Meals will be provided.
Weekends can be especially challenging, as patients often feel vulnerable and face increased temptations. By spending this critical time at the center, they remain in a safe and supportive environment, reducing the risk of relapse.
The retreat serves as a protective safety net, helping them stay focused on their recovery.
During their stay, they will participate in the center’s structured recovery program, which includes:
Group and individual counseling
Social work support, including family intervention when needed
Self-reflection and motivational talks
Recreational activities that foster camaraderie
A structured martial arts program to build discipline and resilience.
Online Support
For those who cannot attend in person, virtual sessions offer continued guidance and accessibility.
By staying connected to the center and its counselors, patients maintain accountability and receive the ongoing support they need.
This holistic approach helps them build resilience, develop effective coping mechanisms, and sustain their recovery in a nurturing and structured environment.
Social Work Assistance
HOLISTIC LIVING’s social workers provide vital support, handling legal and social complexities such as court proceedings, child welfare issues, and criminal charges.
Their expertise ensures clients can focus on recovery while navigating external challenges effectively.
Spiritual Growth: A Pillar of Healing
HOLISTIC LIVING integrates spirituality into recovery, respecting all faiths and providing opportunities for religious practices.
By fostering spiritual growth, clients develop a deeper sense of purpose and inner peace.
