Changes changed my life!

I experienced a lot of anxiety initially when admitted, but it soon subsided. The GP helped with detox and the psychiatrist helped with treating my unknown and underlying mood disorder. My psychologist and addictions counsellor, quickly helped me understand why I was in rehab, what my underlying problems were, and how I had to take responsibility for my recovery. I learned that I am not a bad person trying to be good, but rather a sick person who needs help to get better. Wow, what a shift in perspective. The onus is now on me to stay well. Changes removed my excuses. I heard another patient say that rehab ruined his drinking and drugging - that once you have the truth in your head it's impossible to have the chemicals in your system and be comfortable about it.

I did the 3 month programme and Changes clearly laid out a treatment plan for me to follow for my first year of recovery. I attended the outpatient groups and aftercare. You guys held my hand for the entire forst year. I guess you're like training wheels on a kids bike hahaha. You told me what work I had to do then helped me do it. My psychologist listened to me and expressed empathy for me. Having this safe space, to explore my life did wonders. There was no judgement. All of the the******s provided me with different viewpoints and operated in different ways, which enabled me to acquire varied assets to add to my ammo against addiction. I love you guys. Thank you.