After rehab in Thailand, the work of recovery continues through a structured aftercare plan that typically includes ongoing therapy, alumni support networks, relapse prevention coaching, telehealth check-ins with your treatment team, and carefully coordinated referrals to local sober living or outpatient services in your home country. Leaving a residential programme is not the end of treatment — it is the beginning of the most personally demanding phase, and how well that transition is supported makes a profound difference to long-term outcomes.

For international patients who have travelled to Thailand for residential addiction treatment, the journey home carries a particular set of challenges that are rarely discussed with enough honesty. You have spent weeks — sometimes months — inside a protected therapeutic environment: structured days, clinical support on hand, distance from the triggers, relationships and environments that contributed to your addiction in the first place. Thailand’s physical and psychological distance from your ordinary life is, in many ways, part of what makes treatment here so effective. The stillness, the separation, the space to do deep work. But that same distance means the transition home requires deliberate, carefully planned support rather than simply boarding a flight and hoping the clarity you found holds.

The research is unambiguous on this point. Data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) consistently shows that between 40 and 60 per cent of people in recovery experience at least one relapse without ongoing aftercare support. That figure is not a cause for shame — addiction is a chronic, complex condition with neurological underpinnings, and relapse is widely understood within evidence-based medicine as part of the recovery process rather than a failure of character or willpower. What the data tells us is simply this: the quality and continuity of support after residential treatment is one of the strongest predictors of sustained recovery. Completing a residential programme is a significant and courageous achievement. Protecting that achievement requires a plan.

For patients returning to the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada or elsewhere after treatment at Holina Rehab, that plan needs to address several distinct layers of challenge. There is the practical geography — finding a therapist who understands addiction, locating suitable outpatient programmes, identifying 12-step meetings or SMART Recovery groups in your local area. There is the emotional re-entry — returning to family dynamics, professional pressures and social environments that may have remained largely unchanged while you were working hard to change yourself. And there is the deeply personal work of rebuilding identity, routine and relationships in a life that is now oriented around sobriety rather than around substance use. Each of these layers deserves careful attention, and each is something that a well-designed aftercare plan, built with your clinical team before you leave Thailand, can meaningfully support.

What Does Aftercare Actually Mean for Someone Returning Home After Rehab in Thailand?

Aftercare is the structured, ongoing support that begins the moment residential treatment ends — and for most people, it is the single most important factor in whether recovery holds over the long term. Without it, returning home after rehab in Thailand is not a conclusion; it is the beginning of the hardest part of the journey.

The statistics here are worth sitting with honestly. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), between 40 and 60 per cent of people in recovery will experience a relapse without continuing care after leaving treatment. That figure is not shared to discourage anyone — it is shared because it makes clear that residential rehab, however transformative, is the foundation rather than the finished building. The weeks and months that follow discharge are the period during which newly developed coping skills are tested against real-world pressure, old relationships, familiar stress triggers, and the simple weight of ordinary life.

Aftercare encompasses a range of structured supports that work together to extend the therapeutic progress made during residential treatment. At its most comprehensive, it includes regular one-to-one sessions with an addiction therapist or psychologist — either in person with a local provider or via telehealth, which has become increasingly effective and widely available across the UK, Australia, Canada, and beyond. It may also include psychiatric follow-up if medication-assisted treatment or mental health prescriptions form part of your personalised treatment plan, ensuring continuity of care rather than an abrupt handover.

Alumni support programmes form another vital layer. Reputable residential rehabs maintain active alumni communities — online groups, regular check-in calls, peer mentorship, and sometimes organised retreats — that allow people to stay connected to a sober peer network even from thousands of miles away. This sense of belonging to a community that genuinely understands the experience of recovery is not a soft benefit; research consistently identifies social support as one of the strongest predictors of sustained sobriety.

For many people, 12-step integration or participation in other mutual-aid frameworks such as SMART Recovery provides a local, accessible structure that does not require a therapist’s appointment or a plane ticket. These groups exist in virtually every major city across English-speaking countries and offer something that is difficult to replicate: a room full of people who know, without explanation, exactly what you are navigating.

Sober living referrals are another component of comprehensive aftercare, particularly relevant for individuals whose home environment carries significant risk — whether due to a partner who still uses, a living situation bound up in substance use culture, or simply a lack of safe, supportive housing. A good treatment team will begin assessing these needs well before discharge, ensuring that referrals to vetted sober living homes in your home country are arranged as part of a seamless continuing care plan rather than an afterthought.

It is also worth acknowledging the practical dimensions that are rarely discussed openly. Returning to work after rehab — whether to disclose your treatment to an employer, how to manage occupational stress without your previous coping mechanisms, how to handle a workplace that may have contributed to burnout or substance use — requires careful, supported navigation. Physician-supervised aftercare planning addresses these realities directly, helping you develop strategies that are grounded in both clinical evidence and your specific circumstances.

Why Does Aftercare Matter So Much When You Return Home From Thailand?

Aftercare is the structured support that begins the moment you leave residential treatment — and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, between 40 and 60 per cent of people in recovery experience relapse without it. That single statistic tells you everything you need to know: completing a residential programme in Thailand is a profound achievement, but it is the beginning of recovery, not the end of it.

This is not a failure of willpower or character. The brain’s pathways that have been shaped by addiction do not simply reset because you have done the work of treatment. Returning home means re-entering the environments, relationships, and daily pressures that existed before rehab — and those external cues can trigger cravings even after weeks of meaningful therapeutic progress. A well-structured aftercare plan acknowledges this reality with honesty and compassion, rather than leaving you to navigate the transition alone.

Comprehensive aftercare typically includes several interconnected layers of support, each designed to address a different dimension of the recovery journey:

Alumni groups and peer communities: Regular connection with others who have been through similar experiences provides accountability, normalisation, and genuine human warmth. Many premium rehab centres maintain active alumni networks through secure online platforms, allowing clients from the UK, Australia, Canada, and elsewhere to stay meaningfully connected long after leaving Thailand.
Telehealth therapy: Continuing one-to-one sessions with a therapist — either your treating clinician or a referred professional in your home country — is one of the most evidence-supported forms of continuing care available. Video-based therapy removes geographical barriers and ensures that therapeutic momentum is not lost on the flight home.
Sober living referrals: For some individuals, moving directly back into a previous home environment carries significant risk. A carefully chosen sober living arrangement — a structured, substance-free residential community — can provide a vital bridge between intensive treatment and full independent living.
12-step and SMART Recovery integration: Whether through Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, or evidence-based alternatives such as SMART Recovery, community-based support groups offer ongoing structure and fellowship that is available in virtually every city across the UK, Australia, and Canada.

The challenge of geographic re-entry is something many international treatment centres underestimate. Flying back from a therapeutic, sun-drenched island in the Gulf of Thailand to a grey November morning in London or Melbourne is not simply a logistical shift — it is a psychological one. The contrast between the contained safety of a residential environment and the noise, pace, and complexity of ordinary life can feel jarring. A good aftercare plan anticipates this and builds in support specifically for those first vulnerable weeks at home.

Practical concerns matter here too. Many people return from residential treatment with genuine questions about how to handle professional life — whether to notify an employer, what to share with colleagues, or how to manage workplace stress without old coping mechanisms. Your treatment team should help you think through these decisions before you leave, with confidentiality and your long-term wellbeing firmly at the centre.

Aftercare is not a footnote to treatment. It is where recovery is truly built — day by day, in real life, with the right people around you.

What Does Aftercare Actually Include for Patients Returning Home from Thailand?

Aftercare is the structured network of professional support, community connection, and therapeutic continuity that begins the moment residential treatment ends — and for most people, it is what makes the difference between lasting recovery and relapse. According to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, between 40 and 60 per cent of people in recovery experience relapse without ongoing aftercare in place, which is why a reputable residential programme will never treat discharge as the finish line.

In practical terms, aftercare from a quality residential rehab in Thailand will typically begin well before you board your flight home. A dedicated continuing care plan is developed with your clinical team during the final weeks of treatment, tailored to your specific circumstances — your home environment, your professional life, your existing support network, and the particular triggers and patterns identified during your stay. This plan is not a generic checklist; it is a living document designed around you.

For many international patients, the cornerstone of post-treatment support is telehealth therapy. Weekly or fortnightly video sessions with a psychologist or addiction counsellor — whether provided through your rehab’s own alumni programme or arranged with a therapist in your home country — help you continue processing the deeper therapeutic work begun during residential treatment. Modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and trauma-focused approaches can be continued effectively in a digital format, and research consistently supports their efficacy in remote delivery. When choosing a telehealth therapist at home, it is worth seeking someone with specific experience in addiction and, where relevant, co-occurring trauma or mental health conditions.

Peer support is equally important and often underestimated. Alumni networks offered by residential programmes connect you with others who have shared the experience of international rehab and understand the particular challenges of geographic re-entry. Alongside this, structured peer frameworks such as 12-step programmes — including Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous — have extensive meeting networks across the UK, Australia, and Canada, with in-person and online options available in virtually every city and region. SMART Recovery offers an evidence-based, non-12-step alternative for those who prefer a secular framework.

Returning to the environment that contributed to your addiction is one of the most genuinely challenging aspects of recovery. Familiar places, people, and routines can carry powerful emotional associations, and it is entirely normal to find the first weeks at home more difficult than you anticipated. Your continuing care plan should include clear, practical strategies for navigating this — identifying which relationships are safe and supportive, restructuring your living environment where possible, and in some cases exploring sober living arrangements as a transitional step before returning fully to independent life.

For those with professional obligations, the question of notifying an employer is understandably sensitive. Many people returning from residential treatment choose not to disclose the specific nature of their time away, and there is no obligation to do so. In the UK, Australia, and Canada, employment protection frameworks do offer certain rights around health-related absence, and your clinical team can help you think through this carefully and confidentially.

Personalised continuing care planning completed before discharge
Telehealth therapy with addiction-specialist psychologists
Alumni community support and peer check-ins
12-step or SMART Recovery integration in your home country
Sober living referrals where appropriate
Confidential guidance on workplace and family re-entry
GP and psychiatry liaison letters for continuity of medical care

How Do Patients From the UK, Australia and Canada Access Aftercare After Leaving Thailand?

Structured aftercare is fully accessible to international patients returning home, and at Holina Rehab, continuing care planning begins well before your departure date — not after. Whether you are flying back to London, Sydney or Toronto, your clinical team works with you to build a personalised continuing care plan that bridges the gap between residential treatment and life back in your home country.

The research here is unambiguous. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, between 40 and 60 per cent of people in recovery experience relapse when they return to their previous environment without structured ongoing support. That figure is not a reason for alarm — it is a reason for preparation. Relapse is understood clinically not as failure, but as a signal that the continuing care plan needs adjustment. The goal of aftercare is to reduce that risk substantially by ensuring you leave Thailand with far more than good intentions; you leave with a concrete, workable support framework built around your life.

For patients returning to the UK, Australia or Canada, aftercare typically includes a combination of the following components, each tailored to your clinical needs, location and personal circumstances:

Ongoing telehealth therapy: Weekly or fortnightly sessions with a qualified therapist — either a clinician you worked with during residential treatment or a carefully selected professional in your home country — provide continuity of the therapeutic relationship that is so central to sustained recovery.
Alumni community support: Holina’s alumni network connects you with others who have completed the programme and are navigating similar re-entry challenges. Peer connection from people who understand your specific experience is a clinically recognised protective factor against relapse.
12-step and peer support integration: Where appropriate, your continuing care plan may include referral to AA, NA or SMART Recovery meetings in your home city. These networks are well-established across the UK, Australia and Canada, and your clinical team can help you identify meetings that feel like the right fit rather than leaving you to navigate this alone.
Sober living referrals: For patients who are not yet ready to return directly to their home environment, your team can provide referrals to reputable sober living or supported housing options in your city — structured environments that offer peer accountability without the intensity of residential care.
Medication management coordination: Where physician-supervised medication is part of your recovery plan, your Holina treatment team will liaise with your GP or a specialist in your home country to ensure a seamless handover of care.

One of the most significant challenges international patients face is returning to the very environment — the relationships, the routines, the stressors — that contributed to their addiction in the first place. This is not a flaw in the treatment model; it is simply the reality of re-entry, and it is something your therapy will address directly before you leave. Cognitive behavioural techniques, relapse prevention mapping and values-based planning are all woven into the final weeks of your residential programme specifically to prepare you for this transition.

Practical concerns matter too. Many patients returning to professional roles in the UK or Australia are anxious about disclosing their absence to employers. Your clinical team can offer guidance on this sensitively — there is no single right answer, and the decision is entirely yours — but understanding your rights around medical confidentiality, as well as how to frame a period of leave professionally if you choose to, can remove a significant source of anxiety before you board your flight home.

How Do You Choose the Right Aftercare Plan for Your Life Back Home?

The right aftercare plan is not a one-size-fits-all document — it is a carefully constructed, personalised roadmap built around your specific circumstances, your home environment, and the particular challenges that contributed to your addiction in the first place. Choosing it well is one of the most consequential decisions you will make during your time in residential treatment, and it deserves the same level of attention and clinical guidance as any other part of your recovery.

Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse consistently shows that 40 to 60 per cent of people relapse without structured ongoing aftercare following residential treatment. That figure is not a warning designed to frighten you — it is clinical evidence that recovery is a continuing process, not an event that concludes when you leave a treatment centre. Understanding what aftercare genuinely involves, and honestly assessing what your home life will look like when you return, are the two most important starting points for making this decision clearly and confidently.

Aftercare typically encompasses several interconnected elements. Alumni support networks allow you to remain connected to a community of people who share your experience of treatment, providing peer accountability and a sense of belonging that research has repeatedly identified as protective against relapse. Telehealth therapy — regular one-to-one sessions with a licensed psychotherapist or addiction counsellor conducted remotely — ensures continuity of the therapeutic relationship regardless of geography, which is particularly valuable for patients returning to the UK, Australia, Canada, or elsewhere in the English-speaking world. Sober living referrals provide a structured, substance-free residential environment for those who are not yet ready, or for whom it would not be clinically appropriate, to return directly to their previous home setting. Where it is aligned with a patient’s personal values, 12-step integration or other peer-led mutual aid frameworks can offer an accessible, community-based layer of support that is available in virtually every city and town worldwide.

One of the most significant and least-discussed challenges of returning home is re-entering the very environment that contributed to the development of your addiction. The relationships, the stress triggers, the social settings, the professional pressures — these do not disappear during your time in treatment. What changes is your capacity to respond to them. A well-structured aftercare plan will account for this directly, addressing not only clinical support but practical strategies for navigating familiar environments with new skills, including how to manage social situations involving alcohol, how to set boundaries with people whose behaviour may not support your recovery, and how to respond if cravings arise.

For many patients, the question of returning to work also requires careful consideration. Some people choose to notify their employer honestly, particularly where an Employee Assistance Programme or occupational health support may be available. Others prefer complete privacy, which is entirely their right. A physician-supervised discharge process will help you think through these practicalities without judgement, ensuring you leave with clarity rather than anxiety.

Ultimately, the best aftercare plan is the one you will actually use — realistic, resourced, and built around who you are and where you are going. At Holina, continuing care planning begins on the first day of admission, not the last, because the journey home is not an afterthought. It is the whole point.

How Do You Take the Next Step Toward Lasting Recovery?

The research is clear: according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, between 40 and 60 percent of people experience relapse without structured aftercare in place. That statistic is not a reason for fear — it is a reason to plan thoughtfully, with people who understand both the clinical complexity and the deeply human experience of coming home changed. At Holina Rehab on Koh Phangan, Thailand, aftercare is built into treatment from day one, not bolted on as an afterthought. Your care team works with you to map a continuing care plan that fits your life, your relationships, and your geography — whether you are returning to London, Sydney, Toronto, or anywhere in between. If you are wondering whether a residential stay in Thailand, followed by structured aftercare support, could be the right foundation for your recovery, we welcome the conversation. Reach out to the Holina admissions team for a confidential, pressure-free discussion about what your journey could look like.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aftercare and Relapse Prevention After Rehab in Thailand

What does aftercare actually include after leaving a rehab programme?

Aftercare typically combines several layers of ongoing support, including alumni community groups, telehealth therapy sessions with a counsellor, relapse prevention coaching, and referrals to sober living environments or local support networks. At Holina, your continuing care plan is personalised to your needs and begins taking shape well before your discharge date, ensuring there are no gaps between leaving Thailand and re-engaging with daily life at home.

How do I maintain my recovery when I return to the same environment that contributed to my addiction?

This is one of the most important challenges in early recovery, and it deserves honest preparation rather than simple reassurance. During residential treatment, you will work with therapists to identify specific environmental triggers, develop boundary-setting skills, and rehearse practical responses to high-risk situations. Having a continuing care therapist, a peer support network, and a clear action plan for difficult moments significantly reduces the impact of returning to familiar surroundings.

Can I continue therapy when I return to the UK, Australia, or Canada?

Yes — and doing so is strongly encouraged as part of any evidence-based continuing care approach. Many clients transition into weekly outpatient therapy, psychiatry appointments, or structured programmes through their local health system or private providers. Holina’s clinical team can provide comprehensive discharge documentation and, where appropriate, help coordinate warm referrals to qualified therapists or treatment providers in your home country.

Do I need to tell my employer about time spent in rehab in Thailand?

You are under no legal obligation in most jurisdictions to disclose that you attended a rehabilitation programme, and confidentiality remains entirely in your control. Many clients use annual leave, a sabbatical, or a medical leave of absence — your treatment team can discuss documentation options that protect your privacy while supporting your return to work. It is worth exploring what occupational health or employee assistance resources your employer offers, as these can be a valuable part of your continuing care network.

What is the role of 12-step programmes and alumni groups in life after rehab?

Peer support — whether through 12-step fellowships like Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous, SMART Recovery, or a rehab’s own alumni network — provides a sense of community and accountability that professional therapy alone cannot replicate. Research consistently shows that sustained engagement with peer support is associated with better long-term outcomes. At Holina, clients are introduced to relevant peer communities during treatment so that connection to a support network is already in place before they travel home.

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Residential Daily Timeline

At Holina, we offer a diverse range of treatments and activities designed to help you reconnect with your true self. While each day brings new experiences, we adhere to a regular daily schedule from Monday to Friday to provide structure and support. Below is a general outline of what a typical day might look like during your stay at Holina. Please note that this is a rough guide, as specific activities may vary.

8 AM

8:15 AM

9 AM

10 AM

1 PM

2PM

6PM

8 PM

8 AM

Meditation

15 Minute Morning Meditation

Daily Schedule Highlights

Morning Activities

Meditation, Yoga, or Swimming: Begin your day with a refreshing and energizing session designed to enhance both physical and mental well-being. Meditation calms the mind, promoting clarity. Yoga provides a balance of physical exercise and meditation, promoting relaxation and flexibility. Swimming offers a full-body workout, improving cardiovascular health and muscle tone, while also providing a soothing environment to clear your mind and reduce stress.

Therapeutic Sessions

Didactic Group: Participate in educational sessions focused on understanding love addiction and developing effective coping strategies. These groups provide essential knowledge about the nature of addiction, relapse prevention techniques, and practical tools for managing stress and triggers.

Psychology and Behavior: Engage in therapy sessions that address underlying psychological issues and promote positive behavioral changes. These sessions may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps to identify and change negative thought patterns, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which focuses on emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

Family and Community Support

Family Constellation: Explore the dynamics of your family relationships and how they impact your addiction and recovery journey. This therapy helps to identify and resolve family conflicts, fostering healthier communication and stronger support systems.

Men and Women’s Circles: Join gender-specific groups that provide a safe and supportive space to share experiences and offer mutual support. These circles encourage open dialogue about gender-specific issues, fostering a sense of community and understanding.

Creative and Holistic Therapies

Psychodrama: Experience a therapeutic approach that uses guided drama and role-playing to explore emotional experiences. Psychodrama allows you to express and process complex emotions in a safe and structured environment, promoting insight and healing.

Singing Bowls and Drumming Circle: Participate in sound therapy sessions that promote relaxation and emotional release. The vibrations from singing bowls and the rhythmic beats of drumming can help to reduce stress, improve concentration, and enhance overall well-being.

Wellness and Recovery Support

Ice Bath and Sauna: Enhance your physical health and promote detoxification with ice bath and sauna sessions. These practices, when incorporated into a holistic program of recovery, can help support your recovery from love addiction.

How Our Addiction Treatment Works

Holina Rehab treats addictions, often accompanied by trauma, anxiety and depression. We don’t have a fixed start date. The program begins as soon as you arrive.

We use the proven western 12 Step model of treatment, mixed with NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), and various other talking therapy strategies, combined with our holistic healing therapies and mixed with mindfulness practices, which originate from Thai Buddhism and other Eastern Spiritual practices.

We have Counsellors, Coaches, Mentors, Therapists, Psychotherapists, Trainers and even a Monk on our diverse and experienced team.

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"By far the best rehabilitation centre I have been to. The level of care is second to none. I was very nervous attending rehab but all my fears were gone as soon as I met the team of counsellors, support staff and clients. The location is absolutely beautiful and accomodation is extremely comfortable. I had an amazing experience there and learned a lot about myself and the disease of addiction. They gave me life long tools to live a great life free from addiction. I would recommend to anyone to go there. Thank you, Holina from the bottom of my heart."

"Holina has been a life changing experience for me. I've been to 4 rehabs in my life and this has been by far the most profound experience I've had. This type of treatment simply couldn't be found in UK based rehabs. I came in on a huge amount of psychiatric and illicit meds. I was safely weaned off all the drugs I was abusing whilst having the support structure i needed around me at all times. Whilst the location is paradise, the programme itself is very structured and reasonably strict, which is exactly what I needed. Its helped me push my limits from a socially anxious man who isolated, to a (tanned!) man who looks forward to speaking and engaging in communities. I've conquered some real fears in the 11 weeks I stayed in Holina. And I got the opportunity to make some of the best friends of my life, and grow into someone I didn't think possible. Holina gave me the gift of optimism and hope for the future which is something i've never had so I'll always be grateful for that. I know I have a lot of work to do still, but Holina has given me the best possible start on my journey of sobriety."

"Holina has a very unique and professional way of working with residents. There is a multitude of different interventions that are used in working with those people who are residents. They have 2 qualified Psychologists, a number of case managers, nurse, breath work, TRE, meditation, inner walk, Muay Thai, swimming, yoga to name a few. Each person has their own case manager with an individual care plan, that in conjunction works with ensuring the right interventions for the right person."

"Dear HOLINA Staff, I hope this note finds each of you well. As I reflect on my journey, I feel a deep sense of gratitude for the support, compassion, and understanding you all extended to me during my time at the center. It was within those walls that I truly began to rediscover myself, and I couldn’t have done it without each of you. Thank you for your patience and kindness, for listening without judgment, and for guiding me through each step of this challenging process. You created an environment that felt safe and supportive, allowing me to confront my struggles and build a foundation for a healthier, brighter future. The knowledge, tools, and encouragement you provided have been invaluable. I am incredibly grateful for your commitment to helping people like me regain control and find hope. You have made a lasting impact on my life, and I will carry that forward with me, day by day. Thank you again for everything."

"Holina provided an amazing environment for me to be able to build myself back up and provide me with the tools to leave and take on life again. It's a beautiful facility with amazing views and facilities such as the restaurant, gym and a well kept private beach. All the staff work really hard to keep the place clean and well kept. The structure of the days are fantastic ensuring a morning of group sessions and opportunity for yoga or swimming before breakfast. And a focus on the AA programme and step work in the afternoon. All the support staff are really caring and take time to listen to all their clients whether it's support with the step work or suggestions for how they could improve the treatment or facilities provided. I had fantastic therapists throughout treatment, my primary therapist I was able to see twice a week to really work through personal problems and building my ability to recognise my emotions and needs and how to move forward with them. I also had access to multiple somatic therapists which was something I had never experienced before and highly recommended taking advantage of that opportunity. Holina provides the safe environment to really work on yourself and gives you so much opportunity for growth and learning especially if youre able to apply yourself and really work hard with them. I have a lot to thank Holina for, I went in really struggling to cope with addiction and life in general and I came out with strong confidence and so much knowledge."

"I had exceptional experience at Holina which gave me inner peace, presence and awareness. First I am grateful to all the people who took good care of me and helped me to learn so much. Special thanks to Ines, William, Jace, Rich, Ian, Uzi, Dan, Tanya, Nurse Tanya, Tim, Prah Olarn, Fluke, Yarden, Yoav, Franki, Derek, AK, Kwang, Phyo, Yossi and many others. Second, the facilities were excellent, they have two swimming pools, restaurant with delicious and healthy food, air conditioned gym, yoga classes and very comfortable rooms and beautiful views. Third Holina is a holistic program offering many different practices and methods. Personally I was willing to do the work and try everything I was offered and wonderful experiences happened to me. I am grateful to Holina for not only helping me "get back to myself" but also for discovering a more peaceful, calm and less impulsive side in me."

"I arrived at Holina with no idea what to expect, what was on offer, or what the place looked like. So it totally blew my mind exploring the space and finding out it had its own private beach, multiple pools, a full gym and was nestled into the jungle with beautiful bungalows speckled across the hillside. The whole place felt like a high end retreat centre rather than a recovery centre. Then when I got a copy of the schedule and saw quite how much was on offer, I knew id made the right choice in choosing Holina. Everyday was jam packed with such a diverse line up of activities and the way the schedule is laid out is perfect. A really nice balanced mix of inner work, therapy, different spiritual practices, group sessions, step work, exercise and a chunk or two a day of time to be able to relax and appreciate the environment you’re in and soak up some of that tropical sun. The days were so rich and diverse and I was always being challenged to try new things and because of this I grew so much during my time there. It really was amazing quite how much was on offer there and every facilitator was incredible at what they did and it felt like it was so much more than just a job to most of them. They genuinely cared about all the clients and it felt you were all part of a family and I made a lot of friends that I will go on to be close with for the rest of my life. I originally planned to only be there for 30 days, but decided to extend for the full three month program"

"Holina saved my friends life. He came with the intention of staying for only a couple of weeks and stayed for 2 months. His life has transformed, his outlook and attitude towards life has changed, remarkably for the better. He no longer uses drugs or drinks, has gone back to work and is once again a positive person in society, quite remarkable really! Holina's facilities are Wonderful, Beautiful and Serene, the perfect place to take account of ones life and work on oneself with the many professionally trained staff to guide the clients. I highly recommend Holina to anyone needing help on the road to recovery, it has changed my friends life and mine as well by association. Thank you Everyone at Holina!"

"What an amazing journey ,my time at Holina was a blessing . I never thought I could come out of a place with so much gratitude and a love for life . Words can’t really express the transformation of my body , mind & soul these people I have worked with the staff and community are just special humans .I’m truly grateful & thankful I found this amazing facility I owe my life to them all.'

"Holina is the most nourishing life experience that I offered myself. The great start for both the recovery from addiction, and the discovery of new ways of living by embracing the transformative meaning of life. The staff is extremely professional, supportive, careful and warm. They gave me the feeling of belonging to that open and safe inner and outer space. I found the community of people (the clients) has given me the most satisfactory healthy spiritual and social journey. There are very sensitive, smart, vulnerable and open people that are considering to start their recovery under the guidelines, principles, values, and activities at Holina. Or just come back there for an exceptional sober living period. The social environment is so trustful, offering information, action and confidence on the recovery process during. The place is idyllically situated on the beach of one of the most beautiful exotic islands. The facility offers everything one could want or expect for a high-end holistic treatment and lifestyle, from group sharing therapy and support, to sauna and ice bath, from extremely professional and adapted individual therapies, to pools and gym. I was personally impressed by the immersion in specific holistic activities, such as psychodrama, gongs concert, breath practice etc. As I left a few weeks ago, the after care program is efficient and supports clients being kept in the elevated state of being specific to Holina, for which I am so grateful!"

"What an incredible experience I had during my 3-month stay at Holina. From the first day, the staff and clients made me feel welcome and understood. The case managers and therapists are not only highly skilled but also very compassionate. The program was well-structured, combining one-to-one therapies, group sessions, and holistic activities around mindfulness and physical activities (meditation, somatic therapies, breathing exercises, etc.). This private and safe resort is just like paradise. Private beach, jungle atmosphere, two pools, beautiful bungalows (mine was literally on the beach :-)), great varied food, big AC gym, comfortable common areas. Now, I feel like a completely new person. I have clarity, confidence, and hope for the future. Thanks to everyone at Holina for giving me my life back."

"I had exceptional experience at Holina which gave me inner peace, presence and awareness. First I am grateful to all the people who took good care of me and helped me to learn so much. Special thanks to Ines, William, Jace, Rich, Ian, Uzi, Dan, Tanya, Nurse Tanya, Tim, Prah Olarn, Justine, Fluke, Yarden, Yoav, Franki, Derek, AK, Kwang, Phyo, Yossi and many others. Second, the facilities were excellent, they have two swimming pools, restaurant with delicious and healthy food, air conditioned gym, yoga classes and very comfortable rooms and beautiful views. Third Holina is a holistic program offering many different practices and methods. Personally I was willing to do the work and try everything I was offered and wonderful experiences happened to me. I am grateful to Holina for not only helping me "get back to myself" but also for discovering a more peaceful, calm and less impulsive side in me."

"I have the privilege of working as an art therapist at Holina for the past year, and I absolutely love it! The center offers a comprehensive, holistic approach to trauma and addiction recovery, and I’m grateful to be part of a dedicated team that supports each individual in reaching their full potential. What sets Holina apart is how seamlessly trauma work is integrated into the recovery program, producing truly transformative results. And the location is simply breathtaking—I have to pinch myself every time I step out on a break and take in the stunning views! I highly recommend Holina for anyone seeking a safe, transformative, and deeply healing journey. You'll be fully supported every step of the way. Aniko Vigh, Art therapist"

The Holina Holistic Treatments

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