Delamere Rehab

27/04/2026

Have you ever wondered what’s actually going on within the human brain during active addiction?🧠

We have, which is why we include a detailed Affective Neurology Triage Scale assessment as part of the Root phase of our treatment programme🫜

This intensive report allows us a ‘look under the hood’ to find out what’s really happening in the brain - so we can better treat the root cause of a person’s addiction🌱

Our Head of Therapy and Programme, Chris Lomas explains: “Emotional systems become stimulated when a need is not being met by automatic behaviours. The emotion should signal the prefrontal cortex to get more data, input the data into that algorithm and slowly change it.

“What happens in addiction is instead of that process happening, quite often the addictive behaviour replaces the prefrontal cortex switch-on, so what we get is a repetitive pattern where the emotion becomes chronic and the algorithm doesn’t shift, so we get certain emotional systems that are overstimulated because certain needs aren’t being met in a way that’s correct.

“We want to re-problematise those needs so that we can learn how to better meet them.”

If you’ve ever wanted to know more about what’s happening in the human brain during addiction, or to learn more about our pioneering Root programme, visit the link in our bio💛

21/04/2026

Before discovering Delamere, our former guest and dear friend Glynn Horne found himself in a deeply dark place and travelling a dangerous path of self-destruction.

Without a residential stay at Delamere, Glynn says he wouldn’t be here to share his story, nor to spend time with his beloved wife, children, grandchildren and dogs.

“Delamere is the best money I have ever spent, or ever will spend,” he told us, when we sat down with him recently - a whole year since his Delamere journey began.

If you or a loved one needs support to fight addiction, please visit the link in our bio for more information.

15/04/2026

Last week, we sat down with our brilliant Head of Therapy and Programme Chris Lomas to talk all about Root; the pioneering, two-week extension of our core 28-day programme💛

Root is an immersive, advanced track for guests where precision meets possibility, scientifically designed to identify the root cause of addiction.
Combining comprehensive assessments, experiential therapies and responsibly structured off-site days, Root is designed to uncover underlying drivers, giving guests a clearer understanding of their own addiction and behavioural patterns and helping us to create a reliable anchor for lasting change🌱

Chris says: “What Root does is it really goes that little bit deeper in terms of testing out what has been learned here at Delamere, and seeing what specifically works for you, for your patterns, but also for you as an individual. For people who want that little extra porous part between residential care and living life outside, I think Root will be an amazing experience.”

To find out more about Root, visit the link in our bio🫜

27/03/2026

Today we had the pleasure of hosting the team from BBC Morning Live here at Delamere🎬

The team interviewed one of our brilliant former guests, as well as our very own Head of Therapy and Programme, Chris Lomas - with both taking a deep dive into the signs and symptoms of burnout😴

Keep your eyes peeled💛

24/03/2026

🏆We’re super proud to have been awarded ’s 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Award.🏆

Well done team and thank you to our guests for your feedback and testimonial.

21/03/2026

Addiction rarely begins in isolation💛

More often, it develops from underlying emotional experiences, psychological stressors, and learned coping patterns.

Experiences such as grief, trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress can shape the way someone learns to cope with difficult emotions. Over time, these coping mechanisms can become harmful, with substances or behaviours being used as a way to manage distress, eventually developing into addiction.

Our new treatment phase, Root is designed to explore and address these deeper drivers of addiction through additional sessions and therapies. By identifying the underlying causes and patterns, we support guests in developing greater insight, resilience, and a stronger foundation for long-term recovery.

Want to know more?

DM us “ROOT” to enquire about our 6-week treatment programme.

19/03/2026

“I realised I wanted to live.”

Addiction can take people to a place where simply existing feels unbearable. But even in those darkest moments, something can shift and you can realise like Adam that life can be different.

At Delamere, we believe recovery is more than breaking free from addiction. It’s about rediscovering purpose, rebuilding self-worth, and creating a life that feels worth living.

In a setting designed for dignity, compassion, and growth, we support people to move beyond shame and into lasting change.

There is always more to life than this. And recovery can begin today.

16/03/2026

Recovery isn’t just about willpower, it’s about learning how to regulate the body and mind 💧🌿

Cold water therapy helps build distress tolerance, while breathwork provides a direct pathway to shift your physiological and psychological state. Together, these tools support resilience, self-regulation, and recovery.

As part of our Root programme, we design personalised care plans to help you recalibrate and build a foundation for lasting recovery, which includes off-site experiential treatments such as cold water therapy at Pickmere Lake.

16/03/2026

12/03/2026

From shame to support. From chaos to calm💛

Adam shared how healing truly begins when people are lifted up. In the right environment, recovery isn’t about punishment… it’s about growth, safety, and hope.

When you’re surrounded by peace, support, and people who genuinely care, healing becomes possible.

Recovery is possible. And the right place makes all the difference🌿

11/03/2026

Not all addiction looks the same.

Some chase a high. Others try to quiet the noise.

As part of our 6-week tailored treatment programme, guests undertake an initial assessment to identify their specific addiction archetype, reflecting the underlying pattern that drives their addictive behaviour:
😫 The Stressed one
🏃‍♂️The Chaser
🫵The Impulsive one

Understanding the deeper reasons behind addiction is a powerful step towards meaningful and lasting recovery.

Root, our new 6-week programme at Delamere, helps uncover the deeper patterns driving addiction and supports a more personalised path to recovery.

Want to know more?

DM us “Root” to enquire about the programme.

09/03/2026

On 16th March, Delamere launches Root, a pioneering new treatment phase which forms part of a tailored six-week programme.

Root is designed to get to the root of addiction and behavioural health challenges.​

Why Root? And why now?​

Because addiction treatment needs to evolve💛

Guests need deeper insight, meaningful assessment, lived experience beyond the therapy room, and the practical tools to navigate life sustainably once they leave.​

Root is an immersive two-week programme of care at Delamere, combining comprehensive individual assessments, experiential therapies, and carefully structured off-site stays. It is designed to uncover underlying addiction drivers, giving guests a clearer understanding of themselves and a stronger foundation for lasting change🌱

Modern challenges demand modern treatment.​

Learn more about what guests will be able to experience as part of Delamere’s 6-week programme via the link in our bio.