Are you wondering whether you can afford rehab for yourself or a loved one? We’ve got you covered. Read our blog to learn all about the cost of rehab in the UK.
Residential rehab is a little more expensive than other types – but still remains a popular option for many wishing to achieve permanent sobriety.
Depending on the location, level of comfort and amenities, intensity of the programme, and insurance coverage, private residential alcohol and drug rehab can cost anywhere from £2,000 to £5,000 per week, with the upper limits blurring the lines between residential and luxury rehab. Alcohol and drug rehab courses typically run for four consecutive weeks.
Cost – between £2,000 and £5,000 per week
As well as the direct and obvious costs – such as accommodation, therapies, medication(s), and meals – you are also paying for:
Private rehab clinics on the higher end of the price scale might also charge additional levies for features such as:
This format of residential rehab is widely regarded as offering the best chance at long-term sobriety, with a 2017 study published in the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health showing that supervised inpatient care resulted in a 3x higher treatment completion rate.
Given this, private residential rehab is well-suited if you:
A partial hospitalisation programme (PHP) is very similar to an outpatient programme – however, partial hospitalisation has a more intensive time requirement.
You can view it as the middle ground between residential rehab and outpatient treatment. It requires you to spend anywhere from 5 to 8 hours per day in a medically supervised environment before returning home at the end of the day.
Prices can vary significantly depending on the features and amenities provided; however, without the added costs of accommodation and three daily meals, partial hospitalisation programmes for drug and alcohol rehab typically cost between £1,500 and £2,000 per week, although higher and lower-priced service providers can be found.
These programmes often last for four weeks, although there are extended programmes if you are in need and have the means to continue paying for therapy.
Cost – between £1,500 and £2,000 per week
Patients in a partial hospitalisation programme are paying primarily for the therapy they receive. This typically includes:
Depending on the clinic and your needs, they might also assist you in finding safe and supportive housing or arrange other types of tertiary treatments for alcohol and drug abuse.
PHPs offer most of the benefits of a full residential stay, minus the round-the-clock medical supervision. This makes it suitable for those who:
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Intensive Outpatient Programmes (IOPs), sometimes referred to as ‘daycare’ for drug and alcohol addiction, involve the patient visiting a rehab specialist and/or psychiatrist for 6 to 12 hours per week, usually spread out over 3 to 5 days. The number might start higher and taper down as the patient makes progress with their recovery.
While the costs may vary depending on the treatment professional’s hourly rate, you can realistically expect to pay no less than £600 per week. Realistically, you’re likely to end up looking at around £800 to £1,000 per week. Treatment may last from a few weeks to months, depending on the patient’s needs. With time, the number of weekly sessions is likely to drop, reducing financial pressure.
Cost – from £600 per week
When you pay for outpatient treatment for addiction, you’re paying for professional psychiatrists and other addiction specialists who spend years studying their craft.
You are primarily paying for their skills and expertise to help you achieve sobriety in scheduled sessions. Other benefits could include:
Outpatient rehab is a good choice if you require an even lower degree of medical supervision than those in partial hospitalisation programmes (see entry above). This makes them suitable if you:
Online therapy for addiction costs roughly the same as outpatient care in terms of hourly rate. Depending on the skills, expertise, and pricing of your online therapist, and the number of therapy hours, you can expect a weekly bill of anywhere between £300 and £1,000 per week.
Depending on where you are in your recovery journey, the number of weekly sessions could be as few as 2 or 3 – but if you are new to recovery, then you may benefit from multiple sessions a day.
However, beware that not everyone advertising their services online is accredited or licensed. Online therapy can be loosely governed in the UK, so ensure that you are working with a BACP-accredited therapist or referred via a registered professional, such as a physician or treatment clinic. Therapy for addiction recovery is extremely important and must be taken seriously. Make sure you deal with a legitimate professional.
Cost – between £300 and £1,000 per week
You are once again paying for your addiction and recovery professional’s skills and expertise in helping you achieve and maintain sobriety. In-person and online therapy typically cost the same, although the latter eliminates travel and childcare costs.
Private online therapy is a good option if in-person therapy isn’t a feasible option, or if you have completed intensive primary care and are looking for continued therapy to stay sober. It may also be a great choice if you:
Luxury, bespoke, and executive rehab can vary in price to a greater degree than the other types of private therapy for alcohol misuse and substance abuse. Generally, residential stays that cost more than £5,000 a week start moving deeper into the luxury arena.
Luxury rehab provides more comfortable and pleasing surroundings and accommodations, as well as additional features and amenities such as:
Executive rehab, sometimes referred to as ‘C-suite rehab’ or ‘burnout rehab’, is aimed at the same market as luxury and bespoke rehab. This type of rehab provides discreet rehab services to high-performing executives struggling with substance abuse issues. Treatment could be provided in a residential inpatient or intensive outpatient setting. What sets executive therapy apart from luxury or bespoke rehab (despite it potentially being all three simultaneously), is that it typically allows you to keep working, even in a reduced capacity if required, while receiving therapy.
Cost – £5000+ per week
When you opt for luxury rehab, you are paying for:
Please note that the long-term success rate of luxury rehab is not tied to the price you pay. Luxury clinics charge more for additional space, features, facilities, and other luxuries; however, these additional costs neither relate to the quality of the treatment programme nor the skill or experience of their practitioners.
These rehab services are largely reserved for those with the financial means to pay for them. While the NHS and private insurers in the UK make provisions for substance abuse rehab, luxury, bespoke, and executive rehab services are not covered by these schemes and they have to be paid for privately.
Gladstones Clinic provides luxury, bespoke, and executive rehab to clients with the highest expectations. Contact us to discuss your needs.
It depends entirely on your insurance provider and plan – however, most major insurance providers in the UK will include some form of addiction treatment, including inpatient rehab and outpatient rehab. To be certain, check with your insurance provider. Learn more here.
Yes, you are entitled to free rehab in the UK through the NHS. However, waiting lists can be long, and you may not be able to access the specific treatment you desire. For example, it can be tough to get intensive inpatient rehab through the NHS.
You can also access rehab through charities – some charities in the UK may offer funding for your addiction treatment. However, these often have limited funding and strict eligibility criteria.
There are many benefits when going private for your addiction treatment. Here are just a few:
Yes, the cost of drug rehab is usually similar to the cost of alcohol rehab. However, it can depend on factors such as the level of support needed, your choice of treatment provider, and additional services.
