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Sri Lanka, Asia
The Sapphire Sri Lanka
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About The Sapphire Sri Lanka
Located one hour from Colombo airport, The Sapphire is a specialized clinical facility committed to delivering exceptional care. This 1930s Colonial estate has been reimagined as a "Lifestyle Reset" centre, where highly experienced clinicians craft treatment plans to address each guest's unique needs. The focus is on addressing mental health challenges across anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma and ADHD along with treating behavioural addictions and substance use disorders. Limiting the number of guests to 8 people allows The Sapphire's dedicated team of professionals to provide evidence-based care of the highest standard, helping individuals build resilience for long-term recovery.
Treatment Options
At The Sapphire Sri Lanka, treatment is delivered by a skilled care team using a range of therapies. The Sapphire’s primary focus is not a 12-Step approach, but if clients want to incorporate this into their programme, it can be provided upon request. They treat substance use and behavioural addictions by trying to get to the core of the client’s issue for using which is usually caused by trauma. Mental health conditions like burnout, trauma, depression, anxiety, and ADHD are treated with therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement therapy (EMDR), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), internal family systems therapy (IFS), gentle exposure therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Medical Detox
The Sapphire provides medical detox services to clients who need it, ensuring continuous supervision with an on-site doctor and round-the-clock nursing care. In partnership with Durdans Hospital, they offer access to higher levels of medical care when more intensive detox is required, ensuring clients receive the appropriate treatment in the most suitable setting. This partnership also ensures swift treatment for clients, in the unlikely event that an incident occurs on site. The Sapphire also provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as needed for withdrawal symptoms and mental health conditions.
Aftercare
At The Sapphire Sri Lanka, they recognise the importance of aftercare in ensuring lasting recovery as clients return to environments that may trigger relapse. To support continued progress, they offer a weekly group therapy session and provide the option for ongoing 1-on-1 sessions online. Additionally, they connect clients with one of their trusted aftercare providers, offering continued guidance and support beyond their stay.
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Weekend Excursions
As part of their commitment to a well-rounded recovery experience, The Sapphire gives clients the opportunity to visit exclusive partner locations. These weekly outings let clients delve into Sri Lanka’s rich history, local cuisine, and spiritual essence, as well as gain a sense of adventure and exploration. Options include a serene tea plantation with access to some of Sri Lanka’s most breathtaking private waterfalls, and a yoga retreat set on a peaceful reservoir, where clients can enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, and scenic hikes. Other outings include ancient sites and wildlife sanctuaries. A visit to one of these locations provides a refreshing change of environment, helping enhance clients’ healing journey in a tranquil, natural setting.
A Private Setting for Holistic Wellness
The Sapphire Sri Lanka is set amidst 400 acres of government plantation, providing an exceptionally private and peaceful environment. Surrounded by lush greenery and serene landscapes, the secluded location offers clients the tranquility needed to focus fully on their healing journey. In addition to the clinical side of things, their holistic approach incorporates on-site opportunities for physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Clients can engage in a wide range of activities, including boxing, gym workouts, cycling, hiking, swimming, meditation, sound healing and yoga. They offer massage therapy for relaxation and creative sessions to inspire self-expression. A naturalist provides educational sessions on the surrounding environment, fostering a deeper connection with nature. Clients can unwind with movie nights or enjoy recreational activities like table tennis, pool, badminton, and board games.
Family Support
The Sapphire recognises the vital role that family and loved ones can play in the recovery process. Where appropriate, they offer online therapy and educational sessions with family members to help them better understand and support their loved one’s journey. For clients who benefit from close support, The Sapphire can even tailor arrangements for partners to stay alongside them during treatment. Family members and partners also have the option to stay at nearby partner locations, allowing them to visit the facility and be actively involved in the recovery process in a supportive and peaceful setting.
Personalised Treatment
The Sapphire understands that true recovery requires a deeply personalised approach. That’s why every aspect of treatment is customized to meet the unique needs of each client. Clients benefit from intensive, tailored therapeutic care, including regular 1-on-1 sessions with experienced psychologists and counselors who are dedicated to their progress. Group therapy is also strongly encouraged, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with and learn from others on similar journeys. Additionally, clients receive weekly consultations with a psychiatrist to ensure comprehensive, well-rounded support throughout their recovery.
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Center Overview
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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.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Treatment Focus
You can admit to this center with a primary substance use disorder or a primary mental health condition. You'll receive support each step of the way and individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis.
Care Options
Treatment
Specializations
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Burnout
Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.
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.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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.
Individual Treatment
Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.
Wellness
Wellness philosophies focus on the physical, mental, and spiritual wellness of each patient, helping them restore purpose with natural remedies.
Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
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.
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Lateral, guided eye movements help reduce the emotional reactions of retelling and reprocessing trauma, allowing intense feelings to dissipate.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
Hypnotherapy
A hypnotherapist guides patients through a trance-like state. This helps them identify and process subconscious emotions and regain inner control.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy relieves physical and emotional tension, reduces pain, promotes relaxation, and improves emotion regulation.
Conditions We Treat
Pornography Addiction
A person with a porn addiction is emotionally dependent on pornography to the point that it interferes with their daily life and relationships.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
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.
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.
Psychedelics
Hallucinogenic drugs—like LSD—cause euphoria and increased sensory experiences. When abused, they can lead to depression and psychosis.
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Amenities
Special Considerations
Couples program
Using gentle clinical care, therapists guide patients and their partner through guided sessions to address issues and work towards lasting solutions.
Executive Program
Addiction and mental health treatment for executives typically involves high discretion, greater technology access, and more private, 1-on-1 care.
Family Member Stays
Treatment providers welcome family members to stay on-site to better the experience and success of patients and their families as a whole.
Religion-Based Track
Patients can join faith-based recovery tracks to approach recovery with others in their faith, healing in a like-minded group with similar goals.
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
Professional Staff
David Swannell
Chairman
MA Mathematics (Oxford), PDip Development Economics (Cambridge)
Professor Shehan Williams
Advisory Psychiatrist Consultant
MBBS (Jaffna), FRCPsych (UK)
Dr Roshan Fernando
Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS, MD Psychiatry
Afra Jameel
Clinical Psychologist
MPhil in Clinical Psychology
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