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Opioid Addiction Treatment | Opioid Detox, Opioid Rehab and Aftercare

Opioid addiction treatment is a structured programme that helps you step away from dependency on pain-relief medication (opioids). Many people begin using opioids for injury or chronic pain, finding that they provide relief when discomfort feels unbearable. As usage continues, dependency and addiction can develop gradually until the idea of coping without medication can begin to feel frightening. Treatment helps you break this cycle and regain control.

At Recovery Lighthouse, our opioid addiction treatment programme, like our prescription drug rehab programmes, provides a safe environment where you can withdraw gradually, address the emotional impact of pain and gather tools to manage cravings. This steady approach helps you build confidence as you learn how to function without relying on medication for comfort.

Do I need treatment for opioid addiction?

It can be difficult to recognise when prescription opioid use has moved beyond pain management. You may notice that you are taking more than prescribed or relying on medication to cope with stress, and a day without tablets may begin to feel unmanageable.

You may benefit from treatment if any of the following feel familiar:

You struggle to manage pain without medication
You feel anxious when access to opioids is limited
Your dosage has increased beyond what was prescribed
You experience withdrawal symptoms between doses
You hide how much you are using

Recognising these patterns can feel uncomfortable, but awareness is the first step toward building a healthier relationship with pain management.

Want help choosing the right opioid rehab?

Choosing the best rehab for your needs is an important first step towards recovery.

What types of opioid addictions do we treat?

There are many prescription opioids available in the UK, which can make it difficult to know if your medication is included. At Recovery Lighthouse, we support treatment for a range of opioid medications, and each programme is tailored to your needs.

Codeine addiction treatment

Codeine addiction is treated through a gradual tapering plan that helps reduce withdrawal symptoms safely. Therapy explores the emotional responses associated with pain and teaches coping strategies that do not rely on medication. Aftercare then supports you during early recovery, helping you stay steady once treatment ends.

Dihydrocodeine addiction treatment

Dihydrocodeine addiction treatment focuses on safe withdrawal, allowing symptoms to settle gradually while the nervous system adjusts. Therapy provides emotional support, helping you understand what sits beneath dependency. Aftercare reinforces coping techniques, protecting you from returning to medication when stress appears.

Buprenorphine addiction treatment

Buprenorphine addiction is treated with a controlled taper to avoid sudden withdrawal symptoms. Therapy then explores your relationship with pain and emotional discomfort, helping you develop healthier methods of relief. Continued aftercare supports long-term stability and helps you maintain confidence once rehab finishes.

Fentanyl addiction treatment

Fentanyl addiction treatment focuses on safety due to the medication’s strength and the risk of dangerous withdrawal symptoms. Detox is gradual and supported carefully. Therapy explores cravings and emotional triggers, helping you rebuild stability. Aftercare provides ongoing guidance to maintain progress once you leave treatment.

Methadone addiction treatment

Methadone addiction treatment uses a steady tapering approach to protect your nervous system and reduce discomfort. Therapy helps you understand why dependency developed and teaches healthier ways to manage emotional stress. Aftercare then reinforces these tools, helping you maintain stability outside rehab.

Morphine addiction treatment

Morphine addiction is treated through gradual withdrawal to minimise discomfort and protect your mobility during detox. Therapy helps you explore the emotional impact of chronic pain, allowing you to develop healthier coping strategies. Aftercare supports you as you adjust to life without medication.

Oxycodone addiction treatment

Oxycodone addiction treatment focuses on safe withdrawal, helping your body stabilise while cravings settle. Therapy then explores the emotional side of pain management and teaches stress relief techniques that do not rely on medication. Aftercare strengthens these new habits and supports you through early recovery.

Tramadol addiction treatment

Tramadol addiction is treated with a structured tapering plan to reduce physical discomfort. Therapy then helps you understand the emotional reasons behind dependency and provides tools to manage them. Aftercare reinforces coping strategies, helping you maintain progress once you return home.

Vicodin addiction treatment

Vicodin addiction treatment combines safe withdrawal with therapy that addresses emotional distress and lifestyle triggers linked to pain. As cravings settle, you learn healthier methods to cope with discomfort. Aftercare then provides continued support to keep you grounded during early recovery.

What happens during opioid addiction treatment?

Entering rehab treatment can feel daunting, especially when your body is accustomed to medication. That is why we keep the process transparent, helping you feel informed and grounded as you progress.

Assessment

After you are admitted into Recovery Lighthouse, everything begins with a detailed assessment. We explore your history with pain, emotional wellbeing and medication use to create a personalised plan. Feeling understood during this stage helps you feel supported as you transition into detox.

Opioid detox

Opioid withdrawal can be physically and emotionally challenging because the nervous system has adjusted to the medication’s influence. Detox is handled gradually to reduce discomfort and protect your body as it regains stability. This controlled approach prepares you for the therapeutic work that follows.

Withdrawal symptoms can include:

Restlessness
Stomach upset
Muscle aches
Sweating
Irritability
Cravings

At Recovery Lighthouse, support is available when these uncomfortable symptoms become overwhelming. This consistency helps you feel safe throughout detox and steadies you before therapy begins.

Yoga therapy as part of opioid addiction treatment

Therapy

As detox symptoms settle, therapy, available both in your primary rehab programme, as well as in optional secondary care, helps you explore why dependency developed. Pain, emotional distress, and stress can all fuel usage and therapy gives you space to understand these patterns safely. New coping strategies help you manage discomfort in healthier ways.

Our opioid rehab programme includes:

One-to-one counselling for personal reflection
CBT and DBT to reshape thought patterns
Group therapy for perspective and encouragement
Holistic sessions, such as mindfulness or yoga, to soothe discomfort

These approaches support both your body and your mind, helping you build stability beyond medication.

opioid addiction treatment group therapy

Aftercare and continued support

Completing rehab is a significant achievement, but early recovery can still feel delicate. To protect progress, we provide a full year of aftercare with weekly support sessions. This helps you maintain new habits and manage challenges that appear once you return home.

What are the next steps?

If prescription opioids have become something you rely on to manage daily life, you do not need to face change alone. At Recovery Lighthouse, we offer structure, compassion and practical tools to help you move forward. When you are ready, we will guide you through each step and help you build a healthier, more confident future. Contact us today.

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Frequently asked questions

When is opioid addiction treatment necessary?

Treatment becomes necessary when opioid use feels difficult to control or when withdrawal appears between doses. If relationships, work or your health start to shift because of use, reaching out early can prevent further harm and restore stability.

What is opioid detox?

Opioid detox is a structured process where the drug leaves your system in a controlled way. Staff monitor symptoms and guide dosage adjustments, helping your body adapt safely while reducing discomfort linked with sudden changes.

What is the opioid detox timeline?

Symptoms can begin within hours and gradually build before easing. Length varies depending on usage and personal factors, and once settled, therapy can support emotional stability and healthier coping methods moving forward.

What opioid withdrawal symptoms should I look out for?

Withdrawal may involve sweating, nausea, anxiety and sleep disruption. These symptoms can fluctuate and feel distressing, which is why professional support helps keep you safe and reduces the chance of relapse.

Are all opioids dangerous?

While different opioids vary in potency, they all have the potential to be dangerous and to lead to dependency if taken in larger doses or used recreationally. That is why it is so important to be aware of the risks associated with opioid abuse and dependency and to always follow your doctor’s instructions. If you do find yourself struggling or you are worried about become addicted, get help as soon as possible.

How long does opioid rehab last?

While the longer you can commit to opioid rehab, the better your chances of making a full and lasting recovery, we understand that not everyone is able to give everything up for an extended period of time. That’s why Recovery Lighthouse offers various lengths of opioid rehab programmes to suit every schedule and need. These include 2-week, 4-week, 8-week and 12-week programmes with all clients qualifying for free aftercare for a year after leaving opioid rehab.

What should I do if I suffer an opioid relapse?

Seek immediate support from a healthcare professional or addiction counsellor. Joining a relapse prevention group and revisiting your treatment plan can help regain control.

What is the cost of opioid rehab?

Opioid rehab costs range depending on the facility and level of care. Contact us today to get your free quote.

What happens in the future if I need to be prescribed an opioid that I used to be addicted to?

Doctors typically recommend alternatives, but if opioids are essential, they will monitor use closely and prescribe the lowest effective dose for a short duration.