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Destination Hope Thailand – a journey towards recovery A


t Hope, the aim is to provide affordable and quality care to people struggling with addic-


tion. It offers a supportive environ- ment where people can explore their addictions, including looking at under- lying issues and identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. When some people pick up alcohol or


drugs, it’s because they believe it offers a solution; an escape from a discomfort deep inside. However, what was once perceived to be a solution can quickly become a problem. Hope offers a chance to look at the


deep discomfort within and a chance to learn new, healthier ways to cope.


It focuses on building self-esteem and self-worth that comes from purpose and meaning in life, not reward- seeking behaviour as with addiction. Te staff at Hope often get asked


about their success rate, and while they do their best to answer, ultimately they believe that it’s down to the client coming in. Tey can offer the best programme in the world but it’s the client who will be doing the work. Tey can provide support, guidance and tools to support recovery, but it’s the client’s commitment and willingness that’s essential. A member of the team will complete a telephone assessment with every


incoming client so they know they’re ready and committed. Clients at Hope want to change; they want to be free and are open to the process. Te Hope team doesn’t expect clients


to be happy every second of the day, but do ask that they work at this and learn from difficulties and challenges that arise. Tere will be days where clients may think, ‘this is amazing, why didn’t I do it sooner’. And there will be days where they may be triggered by another client in the group or receive news from home, and it’s a struggle. Tese are what the Hope team calls ‘Gift Days’ — days when clients get to use these triggers and discomfort to notice


their reactions and see what needs to change. With Hope’s help, clients can learn how to change so they no longer have to rely on drugs or alcohol. Staff at Hope are driven by a passion


to help others who are struggling and have made it their lifetime mission. Recovery starts with Hope. Hope


reflects the attitude the team has on behalf of all its clients until they have it


for themselves. Hope is important


to instil in clients from the beginning. Hope is the seed of a positive belief system that will start to grow. Hope’s counsellors put a great emphasis on developing a positive belief system in order to make sustainable changes.


For more information on how to enrol contact Natalie at enquiry@hoperehabthailand.com


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