White River Manor is open during lockdown in South Africa

White River Manor is a registered essential service provider and amidst the COVID-19 pandemic continues to offer a world class therapetic Program. We have taken every precaution to maintain the integrity of our environment and screen clients both before and on arrival. Our staff too undergo regular testing and screening to ensure the safety of our clients.

    Mental Health

    What is Urge Surfing?

    It's a well-established notion that embarking on a significant journey begins with that inaugural step. Fortunately, the initial stride in the process of recovery often revolves around a profound yearning for authentic change. If you genuinely aspire to overcome your addiction, this is indeed promising news. You've already initiated the first phase of your recovery...

    Self-forgiveness in Recovery

    Substance use disorders, such as addiction, bring about a range of skills that individuals must acquire during their treatment and recovery journey. Each treatment centre offers its own unique programs and therapies designed to equip clients with these essential skills. Among the various approaches, the 12-Step philosophy stands out as a popular modality, recognising recovery...

    The Relationship Between Grief and Addiction

    Dependency has a unique grasp on each person, influencing their lives in diverse ways. Additionally, the root causes of addiction can exhibit considerable variance among individuals. Nonetheless, it is noteworthy that grief and trauma frequently stand as prevailing catalysts behind the development of addictive behaviours. Both grief and trauma wield substantial influence in fuelling these...

    Understanding Pink Cloud Syndrome

    Pink Cloud Syndrome, a term coined within the recovery community, describes the phenomenon experienced by individuals who are newly sober and are riding a wave of euphoria and optimism, often following withdrawal. These individuals exude an unwavering confidence and excitement about their recovery that sometimes verges on the unreal. While these positive emotions associated with...

    Managing Stress in Addiction Recovery

    Stress is a natural response to a multitude of external and internal stimuli. These stress-inducing factors can come from diverse origins, from employment, family dynamics and educational obligations to societal pressures and more. When stress surfaces, the body initiates a response by releasing adrenaline and cortisol, provoking the fight or flight mechanism of the human...

    How to Recognise Signs of Alcohol Dependency

    Recognising the early signs of alcoholism requires individuals to be watchful. While there are noticeable indicators of alcoholism, some might be challenging to identify. The seriousness of an individual's alcohol misuse can greatly impact the visible warning signs. For example, many people try to hide their alcohol misuse by drinking in secret and isolating themselves...

    Helping Executives With Burnout

    It is a common misconception that executives possess unwavering composure and unflinching resolve at all times. In reality, every leader contends with a myriad of workplace stressors, and if not managed effectively, these pressures can all add up and invariably lead to eventual burnout.

    How Mindfulness Can Help in Recovery

    Mindfulness involves truly tuning into the current moment, embracing all dimensions of ourselves - our physicality, spirituality, and mentality. Engaging in mindfulness is all about recognising and embracing the thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations that emerge from within us.  This idea traces its origins back to age-old Buddhist meditation traditions, and it has gradually evolved...

    Breaking Free from Trauma Bonds: A Path to Healing and Freedom

    Trauma bonding is a powerful psychological phenomenon, often chaining individuals to abusive relationships, forming a perplexing connection that defies rationality. The urge to stay entangled in such relationships, even in the face of potential harm to one's well-being, safety, and security, is puzzling.  Acknowledging the existence of trauma bonds and understanding their stages and indicators...

    Anger Management in Addiction Recovery: Understanding The Link Between Anger and Addiction

    Whether we're on the path to recovery or not, anger has a way of barging into our lives. When it does, our bodies tense up, heartbeats race, and breaths quicken. Amid this tempest, neurotransmitters like adrenaline and cortisol surge through us, setting the stage for an intensely emotional experience. In the midst of such turmoil,...

    Understanding and Exploring Holistic Therapy: Nurturing Wholeness and Recovery

    In the modern landscape of therapeutic interventions, the question often arises: How does holistic therapy measure up against traditional counselling? This question is far from straightforward, and the answer hinges on the intricate interplay between individuals and the therapeutic modalities they engage with.  Whether holistic therapy outshines traditional counselling is contingent upon the unique disposition...