Drug and alcohol addiction affects millions of people around the world and if you’re suffering from an addiction it can feel like you’re alone.

Official figures show that the NHS in England is treating more than 310,000 people a year for drug or alcohol problems – the highest figure since 2009-10. Alcohol-related deaths are at an all-time high.

Hackney has been highlighted as having one of the highest alcohol dependency rates in London, and local health profiles show elevated rates of alcohol-related hospital stays.

London's inner boroughs have the highest rates of gambling harm. For example, a council in North London found that 6.2% of its residents were classified as problem gamblers—more than double the national average of 2.9%.

Going to alcohol or drug rehab in London

People have addictions for many reasons and its not just drugs and alcohol addictions either; an increasing number of people are seeking help for behavioural addictions such as eating disorders or gambling. Recognising that you have a problem with addiction and seeking help is the first step on your road to recovery.

Lester Morse, Director of Rehabs UK states:

"It’s been our vision at Rehabs UK to build stronger relationships with the more independent treatment services, we believe these type of partnership’s allow us to remove layers of business barriers helping us create a more seamless and transparent triage process, in this kind of partnership, we are able to present the treatment services in the most efficient, open and accurate way possible throughout the whole process. This is great news for the potential client trying to make an informed decision at a very vulnerable time in their life."

Going to rehab in London doesn’t need to be scary or intimidating. We understand how it feels to be in your situation and with our support, you will find the best rehab clinic for your recovery.

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We partner with a range of rehab clinics in London, and each offers a variety of treatments to help you detox and recover, from month-long residential programmes to rehab in the real world. Whichever rehab you attend you can expect compassion, understanding and a bespoke programme of treatment designed to suit your precise circumstances.

Lester Morse, Director of Rehabs UK states:

"Our rehabs in London offer a unique holistic evidence based treatment model, in a warm and homely environment in a great location, and at Rehabs UK that’s exactly what we are looking for fantastic treatment providers, our main goal is to incorporate as many treatment locations, philosophy choices and cost ranges as are available, so we can match clients to the perfect as possible treatment services based solely on their personal criteria."

Residential clinics in London offer live-in rehab, meaning you live at the centre and have access to medical and psychiatric care as well as modern therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy, psychological therapies and holistic approaches. Everything from what you eat to how your day is structured will be tailored to help you recover from your addiction and the time it takes will vary but can average around 28 days.

There is also a 24/7 nursing detox available, as well as a range of flexible treatment models.

Non-residential addiction treatment focuses on group work as well as one-to-one therapy sessions, making it an accessible and welcoming option if you’re seeking rehab in London.

What happens after alcohol or drug rehab in London

After completing drug and alcohol rehab in London, individuals enter the crucial stage of aftercare — a structured support system designed to maintain long-term recovery. Aftercare may include ongoing counselling, relapse prevention planning, peer support groups, and regular check-ins with addiction specialists. Many London rehab centres also offer outpatient programmes, sober living housing, and access to community resources to help clients rebuild their lives with stability and confidence. This continued support helps ensure a smoother transition back into everyday life.

  • Psychological Therapies
  • Non-12 Step Programme
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Neuro-linguistic Programming
  • Short Term Detox
  • 28 Day Treatments
  • Online Programme
  • Non-Residential or Residential

What Alcohol addiction services are there in London?

There are many meetings available throughout London to check if there's one near you, check the websites linked below:

AA - Unit B, 15 Bell Yard Mews, London SE1 3TY - 020 7407 9217

NA - Kings Cross Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Argyle Street, Kings Cross, London, Greater London, WC1H 8EF - 020 7837 4025

Al-anon - 57B Great Suffolk St, London SE1 0BB - 020 7593 2070