Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Communications Director and Editorial Lead

Victoria McCann, BA, MSc, is Communications Director & Editorial Lead at Castle Craig and a member of the clinic’s founding family. Active in addiction treatment communications since 2012, she leads the creation of clear, compassionate content that supports patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Victoria is committed to reducing stigma around addiction and mental health, bringing strategic insight and lived sector knowledge to her work. She regularly attends addiction treatment conferences across the UK and Europe, including UKESAD and the Medical Council on Alcohol’s annual conference, helping to advance high standards of care and share best practice in the field. Victoria also works closely with the media to raise awareness and share informed commentary from Castle Craig’s clinical experts, with coverage in The Herald, The Times, BBC, STV, The Times, New York Post, The Guardian.

Do Drugs Have an Expiration Date

The Risks of Taking Expired Medication All drugs have unique formulations which include both their active and inactive ingredients. These formulations determine how effective the medication is in treating certain diseases, conditions, and symptoms. Once a drug is developed, manufacturers determine its ‘shelf-life’, this is the length of time it will last without deteriorating. If […]

How Much Can I Drink and Drive?

How Much Can I Drink and Drive & What Is Drunk Driving? Drink driving also referred to as driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious criminal offence and refers to the operation of any motorised vehicle whilst under the influence of alcohol. Driving with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 […]

Addiction vs Dependence

Addiction vs Dependence and How They Are Related Addiction is defined as a brain disorder involving repeated or compulsive participation in a substance, such as drugs or alcohol, or an activity, such as eating or gambling, to the point where it is harmful to the individual. Repeated use increases an individual’s need to participate in […]

Behavioural Addiction (Process Addiction)

In a world of instant gratification, repetitive and compulsive behaviours have become somewhat normal in recent years. With the rise of the internet, smartphones and social media have brought new ways to distract ourselves through likes, pornography and free online bets. And yet, despite the normalisation of these compulsive behaviours and interfaces that keep us […]

Meet the Team

At CATCH Recovery, our team of highly experienced and qualified psychotherapists, psychiatrists and recovery coaches are dedicated to providing exceptional care and bespoke treatment for a range of addictions and mental health conditions. Dedicated Professionals Management and Administration Therapeutic Team Specialist Network Our whole multidisciplinary team work together hard to ensure you receive the best […]

About Us

CATCH Recovery, is a private addiction treatment provider, based in central London and wider UK locations, providing high-quality treatment and support for people suffering from alcohol, drug addiction and related mental health problems. We provide a range of in-person and online addiction therapies and services – from assessments to therapy and post-rehab aftercare. We approach […]

Crack Cocaine Addiction

During the ’80s a new form of cocaine, known as crack, became available on the streets. Soon, it would become one of the most addictive and problematic substances in the world. Crack addiction is still a profound issue, affecting countless people and their families and loved ones surrounding them. If you or someone you love […]

Gambling Addiction (Problem Gambling)

If your betting has gotten out of control and has become a problem for yourself, your career or your relationships, you’re not alone. In 2018, 24.5 million people in England gambled. This is 54% of the adult population. 14% of this is due to the National Lottery. And while the occasional bet on a horse […]

Hallucinogens & Addiction

Hallucinogens are drugs that can cause you to have out-of-body experiences, also known as “trips”. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to taking a hallucinogenic as the effects differ depending on the individual and the type of hallucinogenic taken. Unlike other drugs such as opiates and stimulants, hallucinogens don’t contain addictive properties, however, you […]

How Long Does Alcohol Stay in the System?

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to how long alcohol stays in the blood. Alcohol is a depressant that has a short life span in the body and every person metabolises and processes alcohol differently. The timeline for detecting alcohol in the body is dependent upon the body itself and units […]