What does a treatment programme at The Ark include?
The below outlines the clinical sessions and excursion elements included across our four programme lengths.
Group therapy, additional therapeutic input and specialist sessions may also be available depending on individual need and clinical recommendation.
7 days
10 days
14 days
21 days
Clinical
Individual psychology sessions
7 days
3
10 days
4
14 days
4
21 days
6
Support therapy (equine, music or occupational)
7 days
1
10 days
1
14 days
2
21 days
3
Continued care planning sessions
7 days
—
10 days
1
14 days
2
21 days
3
Private personal training (inc. fitness assessment)
7 days
—
10 days
3
14 days
4
21 days
6
All group therapy & activities
7 days
10 days
14 days
21 days
Blood screening for imbalances
7 days
—
10 days
—
14 days
—
21 days
GP consultation
7 days
1
10 days
1
14 days
1
21 days
1
IV drip of choice
7 days
—
10 days
—
14 days
1
21 days
1
Excursions
Half-day safari
7 days
—
10 days
—
14 days
—
21 days
1
Elephant encounter
7 days
—
10 days
—
14 days
1
21 days
1
Off-site activity of your choice
7 days
2
10 days
3
14 days
4
21 days
6
*This table is indicative and not exhaustive. Additional group therapy, specialist sessions and therapeutic input may be available based on individual clinical need. All programmes are subject to the admissions assessment process.
Detox unit
The Ark has a dedicated detox unit for clients requiring medically supervised detoxification prior to or alongside their residential programme. Typical detox costs for a 3-day stay:
*Please note this excludes blood work, IV drip (if required), and any additional medical interventions. Detox requirements are assessed as part of the admissions process.
Our therapeutic modalities
The on-site clinical team draws on a broad range of evidence-based approaches. Selection is based on each individual’s presentation, goals and preferences.
Modalities available include:
*This list is not exhaustive. The Ark’s multidisciplinary team includes some of South Africa’s most experienced practitioners across a wide range of therapeutic disciplines.
Why the volume of one-to-one sessions matters
Group-based sessions and programmes can be an important aspect of an individual’s journey to wellness, when combined strategically with individual sessions.
That’s why one-to-one sessions with a high degree of therapeutic contact forms the foundation of every mental health treatment programme here at The Ark in South Africa. This level of individual clinical attention is what allows treatment to be genuinely responsive to the person, rather than the programme.