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Priory North London: Alcohol rehab & drug detox Overlooking the beautiful Grovelands Park, our peaceful North London location is a leading UK treatment centre for a wide range of mental health conditions.

These include addictions, depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). As a recognised university teaching hospital in London, we can guarantee that our comprehensive, patient-centred programmes are informed by cutting-edge psychological research in the field of addictions and mental health. Located on The Bourne in London, in a secluded area of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London sits within a striking Grade I-listed building, Grovelands House. The hospital is accessible via Southgate tube station, Winchmore Hill train station and just six miles from the M25.

Sober October can be a good opportunity to take a closer look at your relationship with alcohol.But what if the thought ...
12/10/2026

Sober October can be a good opportunity to take a closer look at your relationship with alcohol.

But what if the thought of a month without drinking makes you feel anxious, or you’re already thinking about exceptions?

Kanny Sanchez, Lead Therapist at Priory’s Flourish addiction treatment programme, shares five signs that you could be developing a problematic relationship with alcohol:

⚠ Loved ones have raised concerns about your drinking

⚠ You drink to cope with difficult emotions

⚠ You’ve become secretive about how much you drink

⚠ Alcohol is affecting your work or relationships

⚠ You regularly drink heavily on your own

One sign doesn’t necessarily mean you have an alcohol addiction, but if any of these feel familiar, it could be worth taking a closer look at your relationship with alcohol.

If you’re looking for professional support with alcohol addiction, Priory’s Flourish programme offers competitively priced, therapy-led residential treatment from £315 per night.

Find out more about Flourish: https://www.priorygroup.com/addiction-treatment/services/flourish

11/10/2026

“I remember getting this overwhelming urge to just RUN AWAY!” 💬

For years, Jodie thought she simply wasn’t enough. That she wasn’t coping as well as everyone else. That she needed to try harder.

But when perimenopause changed the coping mechanisms she’d relied on for years, her ADHD became louder - bringing anxiety, overwhelm and emotional intensity to the surface.

She wasn’t failing. There was something else going on.

🎥 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/GG2dkD7tAS4?si=HHCzVpoLrRvp099m

🎧 Or, search Why I Became a Therapist on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

Why I Became a Therapist is a Priory series sharing real stories from the people behind the profession.

10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, we’re listening to the real voices behind the profession.

In honour of this year’s theme, ‘Lived Experience Heard: Real Voices, Real Change’, our Why I Became a Therapist series shares the personal experiences, challenges and turning points that have shaped Priory therapists, and how those experiences can influence the way they support others.

Their experiences have helped shape who they are today and, for some, have given them a deeper understanding of what it can mean to feel heard, understood and supported.

🎧 Hear more from our therapists in Why I Became a Therapist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLezyhQu8CjJE

“It takes so much energy to keep trying to be something that doesn’t come naturally.” 😓Jodie Smethem, Therapist at Prior...
09/10/2026

“It takes so much energy to keep trying to be something that doesn’t come naturally.” 😓

Jodie Smethem, Therapist at Priory Hospital Ticehurst House, shares how perimenopause made her ADHD feel louder, bringing anxiety, overwhelm and emotional intensity to the surface.

Jodie reflects on masking, feeling like everyone else was coping better, and the moment she realised she wasn’t failing – something else was going on.

🎥 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG2dkD7tAS4

🎧 Or, search Why I Became a Therapist on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

Why I Became a Therapist is a Priory series sharing real stories from the people behind the profession.

08/10/2026

“I was somebody that experienced life very intensely, but internally rather than externally.” 💬

Growing up, Priory therapist Jodie Smethem often felt like she had it all together on the outside, while struggling internally.

In this clip, Jodie reflects on masking her ADHD when she was younger, feeling anxious and finding friendships difficult, even when others might not have noticed.

💙 Her story highlights how much can be going on beneath the surface, and the importance of understanding what we're experiencing rather than simply trying harder.

🎥 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG2dkD7tAS4

🎧 Or, search Why I Became a Therapist on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

“I understand myself much better now, and I feel more in control of my future.” 💙When Henry* arrived at Priory Hospital ...
07/10/2026

“I understand myself much better now, and I feel more in control of my future.” 💙

When Henry* arrived at Priory Hospital Solihull, he was experiencing psychosis, anxiety and substance misuse, and had found it difficult to engage with others and continue his university studies.

With support from the multidisciplinary team, including therapy, medication and occupational therapy, Henry gradually developed a better understanding of his mental health and practical tools to manage challenges.

Over time, he achieved remission from his psychotic symptoms, developed greater confidence socially and rebuilt his independence.

During his admission, he also completed his university degree online and secured a job, giving him a positive focus as he prepares to return to the community.

Priory Hospital Solihull is a 31-bedded hospital supporting the NHS by providing level 2 rehabilitation services for men with complex mental health needs.

For more information or to enquire about Priory Hospital Solihull, visit: https://www.priorygroup.com/locations/nhs/priory-hospital-solihull

*Name has been changed to protect identity

06/10/2026

“Masking is so unbelievably exhausting” 😫

In episode 4 of Why I Became a Therapist, we’re speaking to Jodie Smethem, Therapist at Priory Hospital Ticehurst House, as shares her experience of ADHD, menopause and the journey towards better self-understanding.

Jodie reflects on masking, feeling like everyone else was coping better, and the moment she realised she wasn't failing – something else was going on.

Also in this episode:

➡ The connection between ADHD and menopause

➡ Experiencing anxiety, anger and emotional overwhelm

➡ The importance of self-compassion and understanding

🎥 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG2dkD7tAS4

🎧 Or, search Why I Became a Therapist on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

Why I Became a Therapist is a Priory series sharing real stories from the people behind the profession.

💙 Moving your body can support your mind too!Exercise isn’t just good for your physical health – it can also benefit you...
05/10/2026

💙 Moving your body can support your mind too!

Exercise isn’t just good for your physical health – it can also benefit your mental wellbeing.

Whether it’s walking, yoga, the gym or team sports, getting active can help to:

✨ Boost your mood
✨ Reduce stress and anxiety
✨ Help you feel more present
✨ Connect with others

How much exercise should you do?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Even a 10-minute walk in the fresh air is a great place to start.

If you can, aim for 30 minutes of exercise at least three times a week. The Mental Health Foundation suggests that regular, low-intensity aerobic exercise can help improve positive moods.

04/10/2026

After losing his brother in a drink-drive accident, Alex describes the eight years that followed as a period of self-destruction.

In episode three of Why I Became a Therapist, Alex reflects on how grief changed his relationship with alcohol, and how looking back at his family history helped him recognise patterns of addiction that had been there for generations.

His story explores how grief, environment and family experiences can shape the way we cope – and how recognising these patterns can be part of finding a way forward.

🎥 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/fOhTL0zK-OQ?si=2aVfHZ1nB6jvhx-W

🎧 Or, search Why I Became a Therapist on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

03/10/2026

Hear from our specialist teams and a resident from Priory’s residential services across South Wales.

💬 “Residents and their families are at the heart of everything we do.”

Priory's residential services across South Wales provide tailored, person-centred support for adults who are on the autism spectrum, have a learning disability, or mental health needs.

Delivered within calm, structured and supportive environments, we focus on promoting independence, developing everyday life skills and helping individuals achieve positive outcomes that enhance their quality of life and wellbeing.

For more information or to enquire about Priory’s residential services in South Wales, visit: https://www.priorygroup.com/locations/supported-living/priory-supported-living-south-wales

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