We know that getting sober and navigating early recovery can be tricky. We also know that the more support you receive and the more tools available to you, the more likely you are to have a successful outcome.
Not sure if your relationship with alcohol is normal?
Alcoholics Anonymous New Zealand
The Retreat NZ’s programmes are aligned with the 12 Step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous. You will see further down the page that a large body of research has concluded that attending and participating in AA helps in long-lasting recovery. One of the most powerful tools for recovery is attending regular A.A. meetings and during their time with us, guests will not only be fully immersed in the 12 Step programme of recovery but will attend regular A.A. meetings in Auckland and the Warkworth area.
Visit the A.A. website for more information about how A.A. works and what to expect in an A.A. meeting.
The Cochrane Library
A comprehensive review into the effectiveness of A.A. and other 12-Step programmes for alcohol use disorder.
Al-Anon Family Groups
A 12-Step programme which offers help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics.
The Best Minds Podcast
Interviews with thought leaders in the addiction and recovery field with a focus on what works and how to help a loved one get into recovery. Hosted by Jeff Jay and Debra Jay.
The Retreat NZ Outcome Studies
In this document, we have summarised the number of guests we have had through since we started, along with the results of the satisfaction survey.
NZ Health Professionals on A.A.
Health professionals specialising in addiction medicine explain how Alcoholics Anonymous works alongside professional treatment in New Zealand.
The Retreat USA Outcome Studies
The Retreat is collaborating with the Recovery Research Institute and Dr. John Kelly to conduct a three-year research project to gauge the effectiveness of The Retreat’s Twelve Step model of recovery.
Dr Stephen Jurd – Addiction and the Brain:
Part 1
In part 1 of this 4 part series of lectures, Dr Stephen Jurd, specialist in addiction psychiatry and Chairman of The Sydney Retreat, talks about addiction and the brain.
Part 2
In part 2 of this 4 part series of talks, Dr Stephen Jurd, specialist in addiction psychiatry and Chairman of The Sydney Retreat, talks about genetics, addiction and recovery.
Part 3
In part 3 of this 4 part series of lectures, Dr Stephen Jurd, specialist in addiction psychiatry and Chairman of The Sydney Retreat, talks about evolution in the brain in relation to addiction.
Part 4
In the final part this 4 part series of talks, Dr Stephen Jurd, specialist in addiction psychiatry and Chairman of The Sydney Retreat, talks about the brain in recovery.
Get in touch with The Retreat NZ
If you or a loved one want to know more about becoming a guest at The Retreat NZ, please get in touch today. One of our friendly team will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
