When you are checking into rehab, one of the first questions you will likely have is whether or not you will be allowed visitors. This is an important question to ask, as visitation can play a big role in your recovery. Here, we will take a look at the rules around visitors for rehab and what you can expect. Keep reading to learn more!
Addiction is a disease that can plague all areas of your life. However, rehabilitation can be a successful and long-term solution to a healthier future. Many types of rehab options are available, but residential or inpatient drug and alcohol rehab is regarded as the most intensive treatment for addiction, with the highest success rate.
During residential rehab, you live within the rehab clinic for a set number of days or weeks and follow a strict plan composed of various medical personnel.
Rehab consists of alcohol and drug detoxification followed by weaning and then intensive therapies and counselling to tackle the issue at its core, repair your mental health, and rebuild relationships.
The correct application will ensure that your path to rehabilitation is easy and smooth running, with little discomfort. Staying within a residential rehab gives you the chance to gain access to professional medical support.
If you choose this type of rehab, you may wish to be well versed in what occurs when you arrive. This confidential and non-judgemental type of therapy will give you a detailed programme.
Whilst some people decide to move away from home for treatment, others stay closer. Either way, a valid question about rehab is, can I have visitors during my time there? We will happily delve deeper into this so that you can gain insight into your rehab experience.
When you commit to a drug or alcohol rehab programme, following the rules and restrictions set is the best choice for a positive outcome. Rehab is by no means prison. There are no strict rules that make you feel unstable or unsure.
Any rules and restrictions set by us are simply a guideline for a more successful outcome. Mutual respect is also vital.
Rules that are in place are what typically harm the success of therapy and other treatments. This may include things such as the consumption of alcohol or drugs in addiction rehabilitation and even smoking.
Having any substance not only harms the impact of the therapy, but it is a distracting temptation during this period. Our rehabs have rules in place to ensure that the environment is as safe and comfortable as possible and give you the best chance at maintaining recovery.
When you enter rehab, you can expect different phases of your treatment. Of course, you will be welcomed by a warm and friendly team of people.
You will then have access to several treatments and therapies that will ensure you feel settled and comfortable. You’ll have a safe place to stay, with access to 24/7 help.
You will first enter a detoxification process when you join alcohol or drug rehab. This will allow your body to heal. This process takes around 7 days to complete, and then you will continue with the next phase of your treatment plan.
This will include numerous therapies and treatments to ensure a smooth, running recovery. Following this, an aftercare plan will give you additional support post-rehab when you return to your normal life.
Inside rehab, there are certain rules and regulations, but all of these align with a successful recovery. You will have your own safe and private space.
You will have access to good nutritious food and various activities that keep you feeling energised and positive. Your treatment plan is always fully aligned with your goals and ethics.
When you visit someone in rehab or expect guests, you can spend quality time with them. However, it’s important to know that you will likely have therapy and counselling sessions booked in when they come.
You should always respect one another, including your therapists. You can engage in communal areas and share your experiences with them.
We highly encourage visitors and communication whilst you are in rehab. Of course, you are also able to use your mobile phone. This may be limited to certain times, and you will not be able to use any mobile devices during your treatment or therapy sessions.
You are welcome to receive visitors outside of the therapy times in consultation with the treatment team. Only relatives or friends who do not regularly consume alcohol or drugs are considered visitors to the ward.
It is important to remain away from any temptations during your time in rehab, as removing yourself from a toxic environment and substances will give you a better outlook on your recovery.
You will learn that rehab is a process. It takes positivity, strength and determination, and above all, it boasts many rewards. When you enter rehab, the one vital element to realise is that you are not being shut out from the world. You’re simply finding a safe retreat.
Visitors are welcome in the majority of facilities, however, it is down to the rehab centre to decide whether visitors are allowed to visit. Some rehabs encourage visitors to participate in your counselling sessions if you want them to. This allows them to see your progress, learn about addiction and how to aid you in the recovery process.
It’s a great way for the team to get to know those nearest and dearest to you. If this is not an option or your family and friends are estranged, we will fully support you in every circumstance. You will never be alone. That is one thing that rehab seeks to do for every patient.
Contact us today to find out whether visitors are allowed at the rehab centre you are interested in visiting. You can call on 03301 596 494.
Laura Smart - Author - Last updated: September 21, 2022 
Laura is a qualified counsellor and behavioural therapist specialising in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy), ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), ICT (Inner Child Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Hypnosis and Mindfulness practice. She has experience working with individuals suffering from conditions such as problem behaviours, internet and social media addictions, depression, anxiety, anger management and trauma.
Dr Alexander Lapa - Clinical Reviewer - Last reviewed: September 21, 2022 
MBBS, PG Dip Clin Ed, OA Dip CBT, OA Dip Psychology, SCOPE Certified
Dr Lapa graduated in Medicine in 2000 and since this time has accrued much experience working in the widest range of psychiatric settings with differing illness presentations and backgrounds in inpatient, community and secure settings. This has been aligned to continuation of professional development at postgraduate level in clinical research which has been very closely related to the everyday clinical practice conducted by this practitioner as a NHS and Private Psychiatrist.
He is fully indemnified by the Medical and Dental Defence Union of Scotland (MDDUS) and MIAB Expert Insurance for Psychiatric and Private Medical practice. He is fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK with a licence to practice.
Dr Lapa is approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act (1983)
Member of Independent Doctors Federation (IDF), British Association for Psychopharmacology (BMA) and The Association for the Study of Obesity (ASO)
Dr Lapa’s extensive experience has also concentrated on the following areas of clinical practice:
– Assessment, Diagnosis and Pharmacological Treatment for Adults with ADHD.
– Drug and Alcohol Dependency and maintaining abstinence and continued recovery
– Intravenous and Intramuscular Vitamin and Mineral Infusion Therapy
– Dietary and Weight Management and thorough care from assessment to treatment to end goals and maintenance
– Aesthetic Practice and Procedures
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