Residential treatment for alcohol addiction, drug addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions at Renewed Life Center, Lakeside. Care includes detox under clinical supervision, individual and group therapy, family work and structured aftercare.
Detox phase under clinical supervision
Individual therapy, typically three sessions a week in month one
Small-group work with the same cohort throughout your stay
Structured 12-week aftercare programme after discharge
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Renewed Life Center in Cape Town is a private recovery centre with evidence-based programmes for alcohol, drug and behavioural addictions, including co-occurring anxiety and depression. CBT, trauma-informed and family therapy, small groups, individually tailored plans of usually two months, confidential care and aftercare for clients from the UK and the Netherlands.
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Every discharge includes a written relapse-prevention plan built specifically for your home environment. Not a generic checklist — the actual triggers in your house, your office, your social circle. Early warning signs you'll recognise. A response protocol when the urge hits. Recovery contacts who answer their phone. A daily practice.
Then 12 weeks of structured aftercare with your primary therapist by video. This is the difference between leaving treatment and staying recovered
We tailor your plan to your needs and goals. Your programme blends individual therapy, focused group work, trauma-informed care and skills practice in a calm, private setting.
You’ll leave with a relapse-prevention plan and clear next steps for aftercare.
With decades of experience in rehabilitation centers across Cape Town and Belgium, John Roberts is a dedicated Senior Recovery Specialist and professional recovery coach. Passionate about supporting individuals with substance abuse disorders, he brings 39 years of personal recovery experience to his work.
Now leading as Operations Manager at Renewed Life Centre, John is committed to fostering a strong, compassionate team dedicated to guiding clients toward lasting recovery. Known fondly as "JR" or "Oupa," he combines wisdom, experience, and unwavering support to make a meaningful impact.
Nikki Edwards is the Programme Director and Clinical Manager at Renewed Life Center and runs the clinical side of the programme day to day.
She has been in recovery herself for eleven years, so she knows from both sides of the room what clients and their families are afraid of when they first call.
Ruby Weber holds degrees in psychology, education and applied law. She has worked in the addictions field for over two decades; with both International and South African clients who are seeking treatment for both chemical and for process addictions.
Ruby has held clinical directorships positions at rehabilitation clinics both in the private and in the public sector in South Africa, including at NGO’s. Ruby has a keen interest in the intersection of an individual’s unique lived experience within society and how trauma, both collective and individual, intersect with and may potentiate chemical and process addictions.
Dr. John Wulz is a skilled General Practitioner with a special focus on mental health and emergency medicine. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of the Witwatersrand, along with a Mental Health Diploma and Psychiatry Part 1 Examinations from the College of Medicine SA.
With extensive experience in diagnosing and treating acute mental health conditions, he is committed to a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centered care. His work is driven by a deep understanding of cultural influences on mental health and a dedication to guiding patients toward lasting well-being.
Craig Duke is a highly experienced addiction counsellor and recovery coach with a background in leading treatment centres across the UK and Switzerland. He specializes in substance abuse disorders, chemical dependency, and relapse prevention, using evidence-based approaches like the Gorski Relapse Prevention model and the MATRIX outpatient treatment model.
With over 20 years of personal recovery experience, Craig brings a deep understanding and practical expertise to his work, helping clients achieve lasting recovery through a structured and compassionate approach.
Leila Bolland is a qualified social worker and therapist with extensive experience since 2015. At the rehabilitation center, she specializes in trauma, addiction, and attachment-related issues, applying a comprehensive approach to recovery.
Her practice integrates talk therapy with somatic techniques, allowing for deeper emotional processing and long-term healing. Leila is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can build resilience, regain balance, and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
With a background as a qualified artisan in multiple trades, Mathew Kotze has dedicated his life to guiding others through recovery. Drawing from his own transformative journey, he has spent years working in rehabilitation environments, providing support and understanding to those facing substance abuse challenges.
Passionate about empowering change, Mathew fosters hope and connection, helping clients navigate their recovery with compassion and purpose.
With 30 years of experience in top hotels, restaurants, and recovery facilities, Carin Goosen-Dawson understands the power of food in promoting holistic well-being. As a certified Peer Recovery Specialist with 20 years in recovery herself, she combines culinary expertise with a deep passion for supporting others on their journey.
Through nutritious, comforting meals and a warm, welcoming kitchen, Carin creates a space that nourishes both body and soul, making every dish a step toward healing.
Enhance your recovery with carefully selected activities designed to support your well-being. From calming nature escapes to engaging therapeutic experiences, each activity is recommended based on its potential benefits to your healing journey.
These add-ons are available at an additional cost and can be arranged only with approval from your care team to ensure they align with your treatment plan. Speak with your clinician to explore options tailored to your recovery.
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Renewed Life Center is a private residential rehab in Lakeside, Cape Town, providing residential treatment for alcohol use disorder, drug addiction, prescription drug dependency, dual-diagnosis cases, PTSD, complex trauma and behavioural addictions.
Our team combines experienced recovery coaches with clinical professionals — including our HPCSA-registered in-house GP — bringing combined experience across South Africa and internationally in addiction and mental health. International clients are a primary focus of our practice — we work with people from the UK, US, Ireland, the Netherlands and continental Europe — alongside South African clients across Cape Town and the Western Cape. For pricing transparency, see our rehab cost page.
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