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Benzodiazepine Rehab Thailand

Break free from benzo addiction in a supportive environment far away from daily triggers. Our rehab centre provides complete medical and therapeutic care to help you reclaim your life without addiction.

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Our Approach to
Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment

Our treatment approach recognises that benzo addiction frequently stems from underlying trauma, anxiety, or other mental health issues that originally led you to seek relief through medication. 

Through our person-centred, trauma-informed care, we go beyond just managing withdrawal to address these root causes, giving you the tools and insights needed for lasting recovery. 

Our personalised treatment plans follow our Treatment Roadmap, which guides you through recovery step-by-step to ensure you are never overwhelmed or rushing through important healing work.

In our safe, peaceful Thailand setting, you will have the mental space and support you need to focus completely on your recovery and prepare for a confident return to your daily life.

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Helen Wells, Clinical Director
Certified Trauma Professional (PACFA)

Personalised Benzo Addiction Treatment
at The Dawn Thailand

Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs and recovery goals and guided by our Treatment Roadmap. This carefully paced process that ensures safe benzo withdrawal, addresses any co-occurring mental health conditions, and equips you with the tools you need to maintain sobriety beyond rehab.

 

Comprehensive Assessment

Weeks 1 to 2

Benzo withdrawal should always be done under medical supervision, as stopping suddenly can be dangerous.

Our 24-hour medical team monitors you throughout a gradual tapering process, overseen by our psychiatrist. Medications are provided as needed to manage symptoms safely.

Common benzo withdrawal symptoms may include:

  • Anxiety and panic attacks
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Tremors
  • Seizures (in severe cases)

Typically, benzo detox takes a few weeks, but the exact timeline depends on factors like duration of use and the severity of your physical symptoms.

Managing Triggers and Cravings

Weeks 2 to 5

Next, we focus on helping you manage anxiety and stress without needing benzos. You will learn to recognise situations that previously led you to reach for benzodiazepines and develop healthier ways to cope with these moments.

Therapies include:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to change thought patterns that cause anxiety
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to develop emotional regulation skills and distress tolerance
  • Psychoeducation to understand your dependency and recovery process
  • Holistic practices to naturally reduce stress and promote calm

You will also create your personalised Relapse Prevention Plan to maintain your progress long-term.

Addressing Underlying Causes

Weeks 5 to 12

This phase is critical for lasting recovery. We address the root causes that drove your benzo dependency, including anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma.

Therapies may include:

  • Trauma-Focused CBT to develop healthier responses to trauma-related triggers
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories
  • Exposure Therapy to gradually face anxiety-provoking situations without relying on benzos for relief
How long does it take to get addicted to benzodiazepines?
Research indicates that benzodiazepine addiction can develop surprisingly quickly, often within just 2-4 weeks of regular use. This applies even when you are taking benzos exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Benzos are highly addictive because they affect your brain's GABA receptors, creating both tolerance and physical dependence. Your risk increases significantly if you take them more frequently than prescribed, in larger doses, or use them without a prescription. The addiction process often starts subtly. You might notice you are thinking about your next dose, hiding your use from others, or finding that your daily life revolves more around taking benzos. Physical signs include needing higher doses for the same effect, slurred speech, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating. If you recognise these signs in yourself, it is important to seek professional help before the addiction becomes more entrenched.
How long is benzo rehab?
Treatment typically lasts around 60 days, though your stay length will vary based on factors like how long you have been using benzos, your individual circumstances, and how you progress through treatment. For those with underlying anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues that contributed to benzo dependency, we often recommend 90 days in order to address these issues as well. We will work with you to determine the ideal duration once we assess your specific situation.
How is benzo addiction treated?
We understand that benzodiazepine dependency often develops from legitimate attempts to manage anxiety, depression, or trauma. To lay the groundwork for lasting healing, we address both your presenting symptoms and any underlying mental health conditions that made benzos feel necessary in the first place. While every treatment plan is deeply personalised, our Treatment Roadmap serves as the framework that guides you through clearly defined recovery phases. Each phase builds upon the last to prepare you for a confident return to your daily life. During withdrawal, our experienced medical team provides round-the-clock supervision, ensuring your safety and comfort throughout the process. You will also work through CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused modalities to treat underlying conditions and engage in holistic wellness activities to learn new ways of coping with stress without relying on medication. This multifaceted approach addresses your mental, emotional, physical wellbeing, leading to profound transformation on every level.
How is The Dawn's benzo rehab different to others?
The Dawn offers distinct advantages over other benzo addiction treatment centres: International accreditation: As Asia’s only CARF-accredited rehab, we meet the same rigorous clinical and safety standards as leading U.S. facilities. This global mark of quality reflects our commitment to evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, and a person-centred approach. Highly personalised approach: Rather than using generic treatment plans or following a one-size-fits-all 12-Step model, we tailor your treatment to your unique addiction history and personal goals. Comprehensive medical and therapeutic care: By combining medically-supervised detox with evidence-based therapy, we address both your physical dependency and the underlying mental health conditions that contribute to your benzo addiction. Expert clinical team: You will work with compassionate clinicians trained in the UK, US, and Australia, with our low client to staff ratio ensuring focused, individual attention throughout your recovery. Specialised trauma programme: Our Trauma Programme includes trauma-focused therapies to help you safely process adverse life experiences through individual therapy, group work, and somatic treatments designed specifically for trauma recovery. Ongoing support: Our Free Lifetime Aftercare Programme offers ongoing guidance and connection to help you sustain your recovery after you leave our facility. Exceptional value: You receive this world-class care at a fraction of the cost of similar facilities in Western countries, without any compromise on quality.
What happens after benzo addiction treatment?
Solid support systems keep you on track long after you complete treatment. For those who want to practice their new coping skills before returning home, our Step Down Programme offers a gradual transition. You will have the freedom to come and go while testing your ability to manage stress and anxiety without relying on benzodiazepine. Once you are home, our Free Lifetime Aftercare Programme keeps you connected with ongoing guidance as you navigate the pressures and triggers that originally led to benzo dependency. This continued relationship helps ensure you maintain your medication-free lifestyle. You will also become part of our alumni programme, a network of people who have successfully overcome benzo addiction and understand exactly what you are going through. These multiple layers of support significantly increase your ability to stay free from benzos for life.

How long does it take to get addicted to benzodiazepines?

Research indicates that benzodiazepine addiction can develop surprisingly quickly, often within just 2-4 weeks of regular use. This applies even when you are taking benzos exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Benzos are highly addictive because they affect your brain's GABA receptors, creating both tolerance and physical dependence. Your risk increases significantly if you take them more frequently than prescribed, in larger doses, or use them without a prescription.

The addiction process often starts subtly. You might notice you are thinking about your next dose, hiding your use from others, or finding that your daily life revolves more around taking benzos. Physical signs include needing higher doses for the same effect, slurred speech, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating.

If you recognise these signs in yourself, it is important to seek professional help before the addiction becomes more entrenched.





Staying at Our Benzo Rehab Centre in Thailand

Your days at The Dawn blend focused therapy with restorative downtime. You will have intensive therapy sessions and engage in wellness activities, then retreat to your own private room surrounded by nature, with access to wellness facilities to help you unwind.

Here is an example of what a typical day looks like at our benzo rehab:

07:00: Group Exercise
08:00: Breakfast
09:30: Process Group / Offsite NA / AA meeting
11:00: Group Therapy / Group Activity
12:00: Lunch
12:45: Focus Group
14:30: Individual Therapy / Fitness Training / Mindfulness Meditation / TMS (optional)
18:00: Dinner
19:00: Wind Down / Massage
20:00: Daily Journal Time
21:30: Bedtime

Holistic Treatment from World-class Clinicians
 

We carefully select our clinical team to ensure the highest standards of care.

You will be supported by specialists educated in the UK, US, and Australia, each with deep expertise in treating addiction and any co-occurring mental health conditions.

Alongside proven Western therapies, your stay in our benzo rehab in Thailand includes evidence-based wellness practices that have scientifically proven to promote healing. These include mindfulness meditation, yoga, therapeutic massage, and polyvagal therapy.

This integrated approach nurtures your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, leading to sustainable, long-term change.

A Safe, Luxury Setting Designed for Recovery

Familiar environments keep you exposed to the same people, places, and routines that contribute to your addiction.

At The Dawn, our tranquil riverside location outside Chiang Mai removes you completely from these triggers.

You will stay in your own resort-style room with full access to our wellness facilities to help support your healing process. 

This serene environment gives you the mental space to heal and rebuild without the daily pressures that once reinforced your benzo addiction.


Lasting Support After You Leave

Your support continues well beyond your time at The Dawn.

If you need to build more confidence before heading home, our Step Down Programme offers additional guidance while allowing you the independence to test your coping skills in real-world situations.

Once back to everyday life, our free Lifetime Aftercare Programme provides ongoing support through bi-weekly online sessions where you can connect with peers and professionals who understand the reality of benzo recovery.

You will also become part of our alumni programme, an international community of individuals who have broken free from benzo addiction and can offer genuine support when you need it most.

Why Choose The Dawn for Benzo Addiction Treatment and Rehab

Asia’s only CARF-accredited rehab
CARF is the gold-standard for U.S. rehab centres, ensuring adherence to the highest international standards of client care, safety, and evidence-based treatment tailored to your needs.

Medically assisted, onsite detox
Safely taper off your benzodiazepine dependency under the care of our expert medical team. We offer onsite detox with 24/7 monitoring to help ease withdrawal symptoms and keep you as comfortable and stable as possible.

Dedicated trauma programme
Our Trauma Programme uses trauma-focused therapies to help you safely process adverse life experiences through individual therapy, group work, and somatic treatments designed specifically for trauma recovery.

Western-trained expert clinical team
Our expert team of psychiatrists and addiction specialists, trained in the UK, US, and Australia, brings international experience and trusted clinical insight to support your recovery at every stage.

World-class care at 1/3 the price
Get the same standard of care you would expect from top Western facilities at around one third of the price. Our lower cost allows for longer stays, giving you the time and space needed for deeper recovery.
 

Relapse warranty for peace of mind
Commit to recovery with complete confidence. We offer a relapse warranty for those who complete 12 weeks of treatment. You can return for 28 days at no cost if you relapse within a year.

Why Choose Thailand for Benzo Rehab
 

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How does the quality of care compare to the rehabs in the US or UK?
You can trust that your care meets the same rigorous standards as high-quality treatment facilities in the US and UK. As Asia's only CARF-accredited rehab, we adhere to the strict guidelines for clinical care and safety that govern top-tier treatment centres in the US. This means we use evidence-based treatment methods tailored to your individual needs rather than the 12 Step one-size-fits-all model. We also provide onsite detox with 24/7 medical support. We maintain a 90% programme completion rate, with 96% of our clients recommending The Dawn to others. This exceptional standard of care comes at significantly lower costs than comparable Western facilities, allowing you to invest in longer, more comprehensive treatment without compromising on quality.
Is benzo rehab in Thailand covered by insurance?
Yes, The Dawn accepts insurance from leading healthcare providers worldwide for benzo addiction treatment. Coverage varies depending on your specific insurance plan and provider, so we recommend consulting directly with your insurance company about their coverage for international addiction treatment to ensure all your questions are answered prior to beginning treatment. Many clients find that even with partial coverage, the significantly lower costs of treatment in Thailand compared to Western facilities can make comprehensive benzo rehab more accessible and affordable than local options.
Is language a barrier in Thai rehabs?
Not at The Dawn. All therapy sessions, medical care, and daily activities are provided in English. Our team speaks fluent English and includes licensed professionals trained in the US, UK, and Australia, so you will never have to worry about being misunderstood or lost in translation. Most of our clients are from the US, UK, and Australia, creating a familiar cultural environment for your recovery journey.

How does the quality of care compare to the rehabs in the US or UK?

You can trust that your care meets the same rigorous standards as high-quality treatment facilities in the US and UK.

As Asia's only CARF-accredited rehab, we adhere to the strict guidelines for clinical care and safety that govern top-tier treatment centres in the US. This means we use evidence-based treatment methods tailored to your individual needs rather than the 12 Step one-size-fits-all model.

We also provide onsite detox with 24/7 medical support. We maintain a 90% programme completion rate, with 96% of our clients recommending The Dawn to others.

This exceptional standard of care comes at significantly lower costs than comparable Western facilities, allowing you to invest in longer, more comprehensive treatment without compromising on quality.



Inpatient vs Outpatient Benzo Rehab

Inpatient benzo rehab removes from everyday stressors while delivering the intensive support that outpatient treatment cannot provide. 

At The Dawn, everything you need (medical detox, therapy, wellness activities, and community support) is available in one setting. This means you can dedicate yourself completely to breaking the cycle of addiction for good.

Inpatient – Creates space for genuine healing by removing you from the daily stresses and pressures that originally made benzos feel necessary.

Outpatient – Increases relapse risk by keeping you exposed to ongoing stresses, anxiety triggers, and situations where benzos remain easily accessible.

Inpatient – Ensures seamless care as medical detox and therapy happen at the same facility with round-the-clock supervision.

Outpatient – Leaves you without professional guidance during the critical transition period from detox completion to beginning therapeutic work.

Inpatient – Accelerates your progress through intensive treatment combining medical oversight, individual and group therapy, and wellness practices in one comprehensive programme.

Outpatient – Significantly slower healing with weekly or biweekly individual sessions that demand exceptional self-control during vulnerable periods.

Inpatient – Offers convenient access to all services (detox, therapy, medical care, wellness sessions) under one roof.

Outpatient – Can become overwhelming and stressful as you juggle appointments between multiple providers for different aspects of care.

Inpatient – Provides peer connection and mutual support through group sessions where you learn alongside others overcoming benzo dependency.

Outpatient – Limits your support network by typically offering only individual sessions without connection to others facing similar benzo addiction challenges.

Stories of Hope and Healing

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Michael's Testimonial: Reflection on his time at The Dawn

We accept all major international insurance plans

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