Home Alcohol Detox
I provide customised home detox programmes for clients in all parts of England & Wales.
Treatment for alcohol dependence
Detoxification from alcohol is needed when your physical dependence on alcohol is severe enough that you have to drink to stop withdrawal symptoms like:
- shaking
- sweating
- nausea
- anxiety
- irritability
- difficulty sleeping
Withdrawal can become dangerous or even life-threatening, so it may be unsafe to stop drinking without medication. For mildly dependent drinkers, it can be uncomfortable but not always dangerous to stop drinking suddenly. However detoxification could still be the best way of stopping.
You can check your level of dependence on alcohol by taking this online questionairre
Making sure a home detox programme is right for you
Most people can detoxify at home, but some with a history of significant health problems, will need to detox in a hospital or private clinic. When we first chat about your alcoholism we will discuss any risks. I can even discuss them with your GP with your permission. If I don’t think home detox is right for you I will advise you on the safest alternatives.
How detox works
In alcohol detox drink is replaced with a drug that stops withdrawal symptoms. This is Chlordiazepoxide (sometimes called Librium®). As detox progresses the dose reduces over 7 to 10 days, giving your body a chance to get back to normal.
Preparing for detox at home
You’ll need to make a few preparations. There is more about this in my step by step guide to the process here but generally it involves clearing a space in your diary and arranging for someone you trust to be with you. Most detoxes go well but it’s best to have help at hand.
Advice and support to help you dry out
Whilst medication is important, the support and psychological help you receive is just as important. People who get professional treatment find it easier and are more successful than those who don’t. I am always available on the phone and make daily, if not twice daily visits. We’ll talk about making changes to keep you sober, looking ahead and making plans to ensure future success.
As part of my home detox programme I also provide unlimited telephone support for three months as well as follow up visits. Many of my clients appreciate being able to keep in touch to check out their progress with someone that knows them.