Benefits of our programme

Research shows that in depression treatment the best results come from a combination of psychopharmacology (medications), psychotherapy (talking) and life style improvements (exercise, healthy nutrition, good sleep, limited substances, and good relationships and social connections). We offer a wide range of therapeutic activities based on this science. Programmes like ours that have been running in Germany for many decades show strong results for their participants.

The program originated from the experience of people who have ‘been there’, who understand how difficult it is to live with mental distress and who have recovered. They combined forces with experienced mental health professionals to create the best of both worlds – a place that understands your needs and delivers the best evidence-based therapies available.

Day programmes like ours can be as, if not more, successful than residential inpatient treatment – allowing people to live independently at home. Every day you get to take what you learn in the programme back into your home life and then bring those experiences back to work on, in the programme. This interrelationship can enhance your progress. And you get to strengthen your home support network while you are recovering.

Psychotherapy is more than simply lifting your mood short-term. It is a process whereby you slowly build understanding, insights, hope, better relationships with those around you, enhance your problem-solving abilities and much more. Its benefits will continue well beyond your time in the programme, and this will give you a better chance of coping with adversity in the future.

Mental illness carries both shame and stigma. The best way of addressing this is to be around others who understand what you’re going through and who share common goals. Together you can support each other, lift the burden of shame, and get on with the job of getting well.

You want to get back to living a full life as quickly as possible. We understand that and so have built an intensive short-term programme. Six-week programmes like ours have proved to be successful overseas. Evidence shows that they can make a significant difference to your quality of life.

Combining different therapeutic activities such as psychotherapy, art therapies, medical and psychiatric treatment, exercise, nutrition, support, and psychoeducation can have greater effect than single treatments on their own. The gains of integrated treatments are more likely to continue well beyond the programme.

It is hard to stick with treatment plans when you are depressed. Depression and other forms of mental distress place huge barriers in your path. We understand those barriers and will work with you to overcome them.

Recovery is individual and each person responds differently to different treatments. We will tailor your therapy package to suit your needs.

Choosing treatments that align to your values and lifestyle can lead to more successful outcomes.

Our therapists and clinicians work as a team to support your recovery. They share their knowledge and skills to best support you.

You will receive a comprehensive assessment and appropriate treatment recommendations before starting the core programme.

All our services are provided under the one roof. You can access them easily when you need them.

We have developed a three-stage programme to match your recovery. Within each stage there is flexibility for you to work and progress at a pace that feels right for you.