Private Alcohol Rehab in Hertfordshire
We’re a private alcohol rehab centre based in Hertfordshire, offering trauma-informed treatment designed around you. Our team blends clinical expertise with genuine compassion, supporting people of all backgrounds to break free from alcohol dependency and rebuild a life they want to stay sober for.
If you’re here, then it’s likely you or someone you care about is struggling with an alcohol use disorder that requires treatment. If you’re concerned about your own drinking but feel anxious at the thought of treatment, keep reading to find out what to expect from private alcohol rehab and how we can help. If you’re seeking alcohol treatment on behalf of a loved one, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by treatment options and you want to ensure they receive the best care and support.
On this page we’ll explain what alcohol rehab treatment at Abbington House entails and what we do to support our clients on this journey.
Why Choose Abbington House for Alcohol Rehab?
Why Choose Abbington House for Alcohol Rehab?
Personalised Treatment Designed Around You
Many rehabs follow a rigid, one-size-fits-all model. Not here. At Abbington House, we create a personalised treatment plan that addresses your unique history, challenges, and goals. Whether you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or relationship breakdowns, our approach goes deeper than surface-level recovery.
Trauma-Informed and Neurodivergent-Sensitive
Many of our clients have experienced complex trauma, emotional neglect, or late-diagnosed conditions like ADHD. We understand how these factors fuel alcohol use—and how essential it is to feel understood, not judged. Every member of our team is trained in trauma-sensitive care. At Abbington House, we offer compassionate dual-diagnosis treatment to support those with co-existing mental health conditions.
Private, Peaceful Environment
Located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, Abbington House offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and community. Our facilities are homely and calming, with therapeutic spaces, private bedrooms, nutritious meals, and a close-knit support system you can count on.
Treating the Whole Person
Private alcohol rehab is a structured, immersive programme that offers safe detox, intensive therapy, and personalised recovery planning within a residential setting. Unlike outpatient or NHS treatment, residential rehab allows you to step away from the chaos and triggers of daily life, giving your body and mind the space to stabilise and recover.
At Abbington House, we treat alcohol addiction as a response to something deeper. Alcohol use is often a symptom of trauma, anxiety, unresolved grief, or even undiagnosed neurodivergence. That’s why our care model goes beyond symptom management, we provide a full therapeutic framework that explores the why behind the drinking, not just the drinking itself.
Core Elements of Our Programme
Every private rehab facility is different, but the most effective centres (like ours) offer:
- Medically supported alcohol detox to manage alcohol withdrawal safely
- One-to-one alcohol addiction therapy tailored to your life, history and goals
- Group therapy focused on connection, community, and shared experience
- Holistic modalities, such as breathwork, nutrition, art therapy, or movement
- Family involvement, where appropriate, is to rebuild trust and understanding
- Aftercare planning, relapse prevention, and long-term support frameworks.
Treating the Whole Person
When someone develops an alcohol use disorder, it’s usually a sign of deeper issues where alcohol has become a way of coping. At Abbington House, it’s our job to help you understand what’s driving this behaviour, and we do so by adopting a comprehensive, holistic approach to treatment. This means we help to address and heal the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual factors contributing to your alcohol use disorder and provide you with the tools you need to maintain your recovery once you leave us.
What to Expect in Our Hertfordshire Alcohol Rehab Programme
One-to-one Therapy, Not Just Groups
You’ll be assigned a personal therapist for the duration of your stay, alongside optional group therapy, art therapy and trauma release holistic therapies.
Psychological Support
We don’t just treat the drinking, we get to the why. Our team helps you explore the root causes behind your alcohol use, from trauma to masking neurodivergence.
Comfortable Accommodation
Your surroundings matter. Expect warmth, comfort and nourishing meals prepared fresh every day.
Structured But Flexible Days
We blend structure with breathing space. Expect daily therapy, peer support, holistic activities and downtime to reflect and process.
Who We Help
We support adults aged 18+ from all walks of life. This includes:
- Professionals balancing career and addiction
- Parents trying to stay strong for their families
- People with ADHD or late-diagnosed neurodivergence
- Survivors of trauma and childhood adversity
- Repeat rehab visitors who need something deeper.
You don’t need to hit rock bottom to get help. If alcohol is making life harder than it should be, we’re here.
Recovery is more than Quitting Drinking
Recovery is more than Quitting Drinking
Costa Chacholiades - Senior Therapist
Alcohol Rehab Near You – Without the Commute to London
Our central Hertfordshire location means we’re easily accessible from:
- Stevenage
- Hitchin
- St Albans
- Hatfield
- Watford
- Hemel Hempstead
- Welwyn Garden City
- Letchworth
Whether you’re from nearby or just want a place that feels safe and grounded, we’re here to welcome you.
Maintaining Recovery
Sobriety has to be sustainable in order to be successful, and our programme is designed to ensure our clients leave alcohol rehab with a realistic long-term plan to maintain their newfound recovery.
Engaging with the Programme and Continuing the Work
The journey to recovery continues long after leaving rehab. It’s important that you engage with our therapeutic programme and attend support groups in order to practice the skills learned in treatment. These skills play a vital role when it comes to relapse prevention and encouraging person growth. It may feel like a lot of work, but your recovery is worth it.
The Recommended Length of Alcohol Rehab Treatment
Research suggests that the most effective treatment duration for alcohol addiction is at least 28 days. This allows enough time to address both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and establish a solid recovery plan.
Many people opt for detox-only programmes; however, developing new coping strategies to prepare you for life outside of rehab is a vital part of the process which is why we believe our clients will benefit most from longer stays, depending on their specific needs and recovery goals.
However, treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Some individuals may require longer stays to fully benefit from the structured support of an alcohol rehab centre. At Abbington House, we work with each person to determine the right length of stay based on their needs and circumstances.
Supporting Loved Ones
Addiction is very often referred to as a ‘family disease’ and impacts everyone around you. Whilst we’re stuck in the cycle of addiction, we’re often unaware of the emotional pain, stress and trauma our loved ones are experiencing. Facilitating honest and open conversations between family members and helping them heal is a huge part of the recovery process.
Family involvement can greatly improve recovery outcomes because support from loved ones provides people with the motivation to continue their journey, as well as offering accountability and a sense of connection that strengthens long-term sobriety. However, it’s important for family members to have their own space to heal and process their experiences.
Addiction can strain or even break relationships, which can lead to resentment, hurt and mistrust. Acknowledging and addressing these issues is so important if you want to rebuild a healthy family dynamic. Open communication, boundary-setting and professional guidance by our therapists can help you restore the relationships damaged by addiction.
We offer support for families through:
- Family therapy to facilitate open and honest conversations
- Education on addiction and recovery to help loved ones better understand addiction and recovery
- Support groups for families to connect with other people facing similar challenges.
Providing useful resources for both clients and their loved ones means we can help their families heal together, giving them another chance at a stronger family unit.
Admissions and Cost
We know that entering rehab is a big step. That’s why we offer:
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Fast admissions (often within 24–48 hours)
- Free initial assessment
- Flexible stay lengths depending on your needs
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Alcohol Rehab FAQs
When should I seek treatment?
A harmful misconception is that you should wait until you hit rock bottom before seeking help. However, for many people, rock bottom is far too late. Instead, recognising some of the common signs of alcohol use disorder can help you detect the problem early. Alcohol addiction is a gradual illness so these signs might not appear obvious at first. Changes in behaviour such as neglecting responsibilities, withdrawing from loved ones or continuing to drink despite the consequences often indicate a problem. Secrecy around drinking, hiding alcohol or making excuses for excessive drinking are also signs you should not ignore.
How long does treatment last?
Your treatment length will depend on a few different factors, such as your detox requirements, whether you have any co-occurring disorders that need to be addressed and how your personal circumstances such as work and home life. We appreciate that not everyone will be able to commit to a 28-day programme, which is why our recovery plans are built around you and your needs.
Will I be able to drink again?
It can be difficult to imagine a life without alcohol, especially if you’ve become physically and emotionally dependent on drinking as a way to cope. People who suffer from drug and alcohol addiction are unable to control their alcohol or substance use without falling back into the cycle of addiction. However, the aim of our treatment is to help our clients live fulfilling lives without the need to rely on alcohol.
Can alcohol addiction go away without treatment?
It’s possible to stop heavy drinking without treatment, but once alcohol use has reached the addiction stage, it becomes extremely difficult to stop without professional help. This is because an alcohol use disorder usually means a person has developed a physical dependence on alcohol and sudden cessation can cause dangerous withdrawal.
What are the biggest benefits of private alcohol rehab treatment?
Choosing private rehab treatment for alcohol addiction goes beyond physical detox. To truly overcome an illness as debilitating as alcohol addiction treat the psychological and emotional factors that are contributing to it. Understanding triggers and how to cope with them outside of a rehab setting is central to achieving and maintaining long-term recovery.
How much does a residential alcohol rehab programme cost?
The cost of rehab depends on the length of your programme. For example, if you require detox, this means a longer residential stay is recommended. Similarly, if your addiction is severe, you may feel you need additional therapy.
How does private alcohol rehab differ from NHS treatment?
Private rehab typically offers faster access, more personalised care, and a wider range of therapies. At Abbington House, for example, treatment is trauma-informed and designed to meet you where you are – emotionally and physically. NHS services can be excellent, but they’re often under-resourced and wait times can be long. You can learn more about private alcohol rehab VS NHS options here.
Who Typically Needs Alcohol Rehab?
At Abbington House, we treat people from all walks of life. From menopausal women to business owners and front-line professionals.