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.

Inpatient vs Outpatient

Addiction treatment programmes generally fall into one of two categories — inpatient or outpatient. While equally focused on your recovery from addiction, each type of programme has its benefits. At CATCH Recovery we can help you decide which type of treatment is right for you based on your history, presenting addictions, therapeutic needs, and personal […]

Mindfulness and Addiction

Understanding the Co-Relation Between Mindfulness and Addiction In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the amount of stimulation coming from our technological devices and just the general rush from one thing to the next. Mindfulness is an ancient technique associated with meditation that has now been implemented in a variety of different […]

Porn Addiction

Although many still see pornography as a taboo subject, searching for porn makes up 25% of all keyword searches on the web today. Porn sites are still the most trafficked sites on the entire internet.1 And even though these statistics suggest a large portion of people are watching or viewing pornographic material, the stigma of […]

Therapy Costs

We understand the need to have access to affordable and effective rehab therapy on a regular basis. For this reason, we have a range of treatment options available to our clients. The costs of therapy vary depending on the level of care needed. All blocks of therapy include individualised treatment planning and ongoing case management. […]

Continuing Care After Rehab

Leaving Residential Rehab When you leave residential rehab or intensive outpatient therapy, that isn’t the end of your journey. It can be a daunting experience, coming back to your home, your family and friends and work colleagues, especially when some of them may not even know you have had addiction treatment. The support you receive […]

Stimulant Addiction

Once a stimulant addiction has developed it can be exceedingly difficult to overcome this habit without help. These types of drugs are known for increasing your mental acuity, and performance, and boosting your self-esteem. Maintaining this false sense of euphoria eventually becomes your main priority. Understanding the signs and symptoms of stimulant addiction can help […]

Xanax Addiction

As part of the benzodiazepine drug group, Xanax is one of the most highly addictive prescription drugs on the market and can lead to addiction if used long-term or excessively. If you or someone you love is suffering from an addiction, there are signs to be aware of that can help you seek the treatment […]

Our Admissions Process

At CATCH Recovery, we aim to make the admissions process as stress-free and efficient as possible. Our admissions team are dedicated to helping you and your family through what can be a very overwhelming time. We provide a compassionate and understanding service ensuring we communicate with prospective patients and their families with the utmost transparency. […]

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Outpatient Therapy

There are ways to receive treatment for addiction that aren’t as intensive as residential rehab. If you can’t commit to a residential stay due to personal or professional commitments, outpatient treatment programmes may better suit you. Outpatient programmes work well if you have a strong support network and don’t require the round-the-clock care that inpatient […]

Referral to Inpatient Rehab

Residential rehab is the most intensive form of drug and alcohol addiction treatment available and typically involves staying at a clinic for the duration of your programme. While every facility is different, most rehabs are focused on abstinence, and patients can stay for four weeks to six months depending on the severity of their addiction. […]