Being successful doesn’t make you immune to burnout, anxiety or addiction. In fact, high-achieving professionals often face unique pressures that make it harder to recognise when alcohol use has become a problem – or to reach out for help.

Why Professionals Struggle to Ask for Help with Alcohol

You’re used to coping and fixing things yourself. But when alcohol becomes the go-to way to manage stress, unwind after long days, or numb emotional pain, it can quickly and quietly spiral out of control and still look “functional” on the outside.

Many professionals delay seeking support due to:

• Fear of professional consequences or being “found out”
• The stigma of admitting you’re struggling
• High levels of shame, especially when your identity is tied to success
• Worry that rehab will disrupt your responsibilities or business.

But here’s the truth: silence worsens the problem. And confidential help does exist.

Private, Discreet Treatment Designed Around Your Life

Abbington House specialises in helping professionals who feel like they can’t afford to stop – but can’t afford to keep going like this either.

We offer:

Total Confidentiality

Your information is never shared, and your stay is kept private from your workplace and professional networks (if you choose to). However, it’s important to understand that you are protected from dismissal if you disclose your plans to seek alcohol addiction treatment.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

We understand that alcohol addiction doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Our approach gently explores the underlying causes, from burnout and performance anxiety to childhood trauma and emotional suppression.

Flexible Intake Options

We work around your life, not against it. If needed, we can arrange staggered admission plans that minimise disruption.

Medically Supervised Detox

If alcohol withdrawal is a concern, we provide safe residential detox with 24/7 medical and therapeutic support.

Peer-Matched Groups

We offer smaller, more curated group therapy options where we will try and connect you with people who truly understand the professional pressures you’re under.

Professions We Often Support

We’ve worked with a wide range of professionals, including:

• GPs, hospital consultants, surgeons and NHS staff
• Solicitors, barristers and legal professionals
• CEOs, entrepreneurs and start-up founders
• Pilots, teachers, coaches and creatives
• Finance professionals and senior management.

As a professional, making the decision to seek treatment for alcohol addiction brings many benefits. Take the first step today by contacting Abbington House.