Ark House

Since 1993, Ark House have offered fully residential, abstinence-based treatment grounded in the 12-Step model at their serene, seaside facility. Their approach to the 12 Steps is non-religious, person-centred, and rooted in compassion, respect, and clinical integrity. The cost of treatment at Ark House can vary depending on the length of stay and individual client's needs.

Restorative Backdrop for Reflection and Growth

Located in coastal Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Ark House provides a tranquil setting just a short walk from the beach and town centre. Housed in a restored Edwardian hotel, Ark House combines historic charm with modern comfort. The 15-bedroom facility ensures safety and privacy, with gender-specific floors and thoughtfully arranged rooms that promote rest and a sense of belonging. Ark House has tailored its facilities to meet residents’ emotional, social, and practical needs, including:

• · Spacious communal lounge for group activities and relaxation
• · Kitchen and dining area for shared, home-cooked meals
• · Dedicated therapy rooms for sessions and counselling
• · Games area for recreational downtime
• · On-site laundry facilities
• · 24/7 staff presence with offices on-site

Every space at Ark House is designed to foster healing, connection, and a calm, supportive environment for sustainable recovery

Treatment for Alcohol, Drug, and Behavioural Addictions

Ark House serves clients seeking recovery from a wide range of alcohol, drug, and behavioural addictions. The substance addictions they treat include alcohol, prescription drugs, heroin, methadone, morphine, codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, fentanyl and other synthetic opioids, cocaine, crack cocaine, amphetamines, methamphetamine, prescription stimulants, cannabis (AKA "weed" or "marijuana"), synthetic cannabinoids such as Spice, benzodiazepines, LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, mescaline, peyote, DMT, ketamine, ecstasy, and MDMA. Additionally, they can treat polysubstance addiction.

12-Step Treatment with Respect and Clinical Integrity

Programmes at Ark House range from 6 weeks to 6 months and include group therapy, individual counselling with BACP-registered professionals, medication management, mindfulness practices, family involvement, and a peer-led therapeutic community. Their 12-Step model uses the Recovery Dynamics® by Joe McQuanty. Daily routines involve recovery assignments, therapeutic groups, and community responsibilities that foster stability and personal growth. Ark House uses the evidence-based talk therapy cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) along with holistic treatments.

Detox Coordination

Although Ark House does not provide detox on-site, they coordinate with trusted medical partners for off-site, medically supervised detoxification prior to admission.

Aftercare for Long-Term Success

Ongoing support includes weekly aftercare groups, a 24/7 helpline, an alumni network, and one-to-one planning sessions, helping each individual maintain progress and build a life beyond treatment.