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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Searidge Foundation
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In Canada most private insurance providers do not cover rehab. However, many Employee Insurance plans do cover the cost of rehab. Please contact us for more information.
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Holistic Approach
Pet Friendly
Private Rooms Only
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About Searidge Foundation
Searidge Foundation specializes in treating alcohol and drug addiction, with medically supervised detox, residential care limited to 12 clients at a time, and robust aftercare that supports clients well beyond their stay. Their comprehensive approach involves psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and alternative therapies, preparing residents for a life of recovery.
Treat Addiction & Its Root Causes
Searidge combines evidence-based therapies with alternative healing practices to address both the roots of addiction and the behaviour itself. With options ranging from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy to yoga, art, and journaling, clients gain skills suited for a life free of addictive and self-destructive behaviour. They also prescribe and manage medications to assist clients in controlling cravings and to address other needs.
Improve Wellness with Fitness & Nutrition
Searidge encourages clients to complement the mental and emotional work of psychotherapy with fitness and nutrition. They provide access to a swimming pool and exercise room on-site, as well as an off-site gym, where clients can take advantage of an adaptable fitness program. In the community kitchen, meals are guided by a dietary nutritionist to help restore neurological health, control cravings, and rebuild a healthy relationship with food.
Feel at Home in a Peaceful, Private Location
Located close enough to Halifax for convenience, yet far enough from potential triggers, Searidge is a peaceful setting to focus on recovery. Clients stay in private, air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms, internet, and cable—spaces for rest, privacy, and reflection overlooking North Mountain. Amenities include a heated pool, fitness room, library, and game room, while chefs prepare fresh, seasonal meals. Clients can bring pets to provide a sense of emotional safety.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:In Canada most private insurance providers do not cover rehab. However, many Employee Insurance plans do cover the cost of rehab. Please contact us for more information.
Follow an Engaging Daily Rhythm
A day at Searidge blends structured therapy, recreation, and reflection to keep recovery active and engaging. With three to four psychotherapy sessions daily, other elements like fitness, meditation, and group activities are thoughtfully interspersed to ease emotional intensity and offer space to reflect—ensuring each day both challenges and sustains meaningful progress.
Improve Sleep to Improve Recovery Outcomes
Searidge emphasizes quality sleep for lasting recovery, helping clients rebuild healthy routines disrupted by alcohol or substance use. Clients learn techniques to improve sleep—including psychotherapy, medication, and alternative approaches; they can practice in their private rooms or outside on patios. When sleep is elusive, they can unwind with reading, TV, or the internet without disturbing others.
Maintain Recovery with Consistent Support
Searidge supports clients after treatment with virtual group meetings, one-on-one counselling, a daily check-in app, sober refresher stays, and an annual alumni weekend. Their aftercare program helps clients stay connected, maintain momentum, and navigate life beyond treatment with tools and community designed to reinforce progress made in rehab and strengthen long-term commitment to sobriety.
Relearn the Joys of Life with Recreation
Searidge offers clients a wide range of recreational options—on land, in water, and throughout the Annapolis Valley—to help reduce stress, support physical health, and rediscover the pleasures of an active, sober life. Activities include sea and river kayaking, skydiving, whale watching at the Bay of Fundy, and trips to historic Port Royal and local gardens.
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Center Overview
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Older Adults
Addiction and mental health treatment caters to adults 55+ and the age-specific challenges that can come with recovery, wellness, and overall happiness.
Executives
Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.
Young Adults
Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.
LGBTQ+
Addiction and mental illnesses in the LGBTQ+ community must be treated with an affirming, safe, and relevant approach, which many centers provide.
Men and Women
Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.
Midlife Adults
For adults ages 40+, treatment shifts to focus on the unique challenges, blocks, and risk factors of their age group, and unites peers in a similar community.
Mild Disabilities
Adults with mild physical or intellectual disabilities receive treatment catered to their specific needs in a safe and clinically supportive environment.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Treatment Focus
This center treats primary substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.
Treatment
Specializations
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Detox
Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.
Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Combined with behavioral therapy, prescribed medications can enhance treatment by relieving withdrawal symptoms and focus patients on their recovery.
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Prescription Drugs
It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.
Treatment Services
Intensive Inpatient
The highest level of care, medically managed intensive inpatient services provides 24-hour nursing and physician care.
Detox
Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.
Intensive Outpatient Program
In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.
Outpatient
During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.
Residential
In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.
Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
Personalized Treatment
The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.
Therapeutic Community
Therapeutic communities allow patients to contribute to the success and progress of their community, through healthy behaviors or even basic chores.
Therapies
Meditation & Mindfulness
A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.
Online Therapy
Patients can connect with a therapist via videochat, messaging, email, or phone. Remote therapy makes treatment more accessible.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
A type of cognitive therapy that identifies negative self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, rewriting beliefs to be positive, empowering, and present.
Mindfulness Therapy
This ancient practice can be mental, emotional, and even spiritual. In meditation, you focus your attention on the present moment without judgement.
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
Body Image Therapy
Therapists use cognitive behavior techniques to challenge how patients perceive their body and their worth, rewriting negative thoughts and attitudes.
Horticultural Therapy
Gardening can be both meditative and inspiring. This therapy encourages social, emotional, and physical recovery.
Interpersonal Therapy
This brief and structured therapy addresses present relationships and improves overall communication at work, home, and other social settings.
Conditions We Treat
Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Anger
Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
Burnout
Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.
Chronic Pain Management
Long-term physical pain can have an affect on mental health. Without support, it can also impact your daily life and even lead to addiction.
Codependency
Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
Substances We Treat
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.
Chronic Relapse
Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.
Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Ecstasy
Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.
Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Amenities
Special Considerations
Center Pets
Addiction and mental health facilities with pets allow patients to interact with friendly dogs, cats, horses, and in some cases, even dolphins.
Clients can bring their own pet(s)
For greater comfort and healing, pet-friendly treatment centers welcome dogs and animal companions to stay with their owners while they attend treatment.
Pet Friendly
For greater comfort and healing, pet-friendly treatment centers welcome dogs and animal companions to stay with their owners while they attend treatment.
Flexible technology policies
Centers with flexible technology policies allow professionals to stay in touch with work and give patients a greater sense of connection and normalcy.
Gender-specific groups
Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.
Activities
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Off-Site Activities
Off-Site Amenities
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Testimonial
I just wanted to say that I am doing very well and wanted to thank everyone that has worked with me at Searidge. My whole perspective on things has changed since Ive been sober. My relationship with my significant other has been going wonderfully, I wake up earlier everyday and get more things done and are considering pursuing my career in international animal rescue so i just wanted to say a big thank you to all the staff form the cook to the Councillors to the night security and nurses and management. It all starts with that first call!
Alisha
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