Substance & Behavioral Addictions

Addiction Treatment - Substance Abuse and Behavioural Addictions

Mumbai’s Leading Healthcare Centre

Reviewed by our clinical team · Updated June 2026

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What is addiction?

Addiction is a condition in which an individual experiences an overwhelming compulsion to use substances or engage in problematic behaviours despite harmful consequences.

Whether it's alcohol, drugs, prescription medications, gambling, or compulsive sexual behaviours, addiction strains relationships, work, physical health, and self-worth. The cycle can feel impossible to break alone, but understanding that addiction is treatable and recovery is possible is the first step toward reclaiming your life.

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Symptoms of addiction

Using substances or engaging in behaviours more frequently or in larger quantities than intended
Repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop, despite genuinely wanting to
Experiencing intense cravings or urges that feel impossible to resist
Continuing despite serious consequences, relationship problems, job loss, financial difficulties, or health issues
Needing more of the substance or behaviour to achieve the same effect (tolerance)
Experiencing withdrawal symptoms like physical discomfort, anxiety, or irritability when trying to stop
Using in secret, lying about the extent of use, or hiding evidence from loved ones

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Causes of addiction

Genetics and biology: Family history of addiction and brain chemistry differences can increase vulnerability to developing substance use disorders.
Mental health conditions: Depression, anxiety, trauma, or ADHD can drive people to use substances or behaviours as a way to cope with emotional pain.
Environmental factors: Early exposure, peer pressure, stress, trauma, or lack of healthy coping mechanisms can trigger addictive patterns.
Substance effects: Some substances chemically alter the brain's reward system, creating physical dependence and powerful cravings.
Developmental timing: Substance use during adolescence or young adulthood, when the brain is still developing, increases addiction risk.

Why is treatment important?

Untreated addiction can lead to:

Severe physical health problems including organ damage, overdose, infectious diseases, or life-threatening medical conditions
Complete breakdown of relationships, loss of family trust, divorce, or permanent estrangement from loved ones
Job loss, financial ruin, legal consequences, homelessness, or involvement in dangerous situations
Worsening mental health including severe depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, or co-occurring psychiatric disorders
Premature death from overdose, accidents, health complications, or suicide

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Our approach at Samarpan

We follow a personalised, evidence-based approach that addresses not just the addiction, but the underlying pathology and trauma that fuels it.

Step 1

Personalised Assessments

We conduct comprehensive evaluations to understand your unique situation, substance use patterns, co-occurring mental health conditions, and treatment needs. This helps us create an individualized treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

Step 2

Evidence-Based Therapies

We use proven approaches including the Gorski-CENAPS Relapse Prevention Model, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Our internationally trained addiction specialists deliver treatment that meets global standards of excellence. Our approach is non-12-step based, focusing on clinical and evidence-based interventions tailored to your individual needs.

Step 3

Trauma-Informed Psychological Care

We understand that addiction is never just about the substance—it's about unresolved pain, trauma, and emotional wounds. Our compassionate, non-judgmental approach addresses root causes while building resilience, self-worth, and healthier coping strategies through individual and group therapy.

Step 4

Comprehensive Medical and Holistic Support

When needed, we provide medically supervised medication assisted withdrawal. Our treatment integrates psychiatric care for co-occurring conditions with complementary therapies including yoga, meditation, art therapy, fitness training, and nutritional counselling for whole-person healing.

Our addiction treatment services

Individual Therapy Sessions Individual therapy with experienced addiction therapists who provide personalized support, help you understand triggers, develop coping skills, and work through underlying emotional issues in a safe, confidential environment.
Family and Couples Therapy We engage families in the healing process through education, therapy sessions, and family sessions. We help rebuild trust, improve communication, teach coping skills, and strengthen support systems. Weekly family groups (online and in-person) help loved ones learn and grow alongside your recovery.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) - Mumbai India’s first and only international-standard IOP, held at our Churchgate centre. This 8-week program (48 hours of group therapy, 1:1 individual session per week and 2 psychiatric consults) provides structured, comprehensive treatment while allowing you to live at home and maintain work responsibilities. Includes group therapy, and relapse prevention skills training.
Addiction Recovery Support Groups We facilitate Addiction Recovery Support Groups at our centres and online. We help connect you with sober companions and peer support networks that are essential for long-term recovery.
Family Support for Addictions Dedicated family programs provide education about addiction, teach effective communication strategies, help families set healthy boundaries, and offer ongoing support. Family involvement is a critical component of sustainable recovery.
Residential Rehabilitation Centre - Mulshi Our CARF-accredited residential facility is located in the serene Sahyadri Hills of Mulshi, Pune, just 3 hours from Mumbai. Set on 2 acres of natural beauty, this premium centre offers private accommodations, world-class amenities (swimming pool, gym, spa, walking trails), and a structured treatment program designed for deep healing away from daily pressures. Minimum 5-week stay with options up to 13 weeks.
Continuing Care Recovery doesn’t end at discharge. We provide complimentary continuing care sessions (based on treatment duration), relapse prevention planning, ongoing therapy support at our Mumbai centre, and alumni services to help you maintain recovery long-term.

Why choose Samarpan?

India’s Only CARF-Accredited Rehabilitation Centre Samarpan is proud to be India’s only facility accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), demonstrating the highest levels of clinical excellence, safety, and ethical care recognized globally.
Asia’s First Gorski-CENAPS Centre of Clinical Excellence We are the first and only rehab in Asia recognized for mastery in relapse prevention and trauma-informed care, following the globally respected Gorski-CENAPS model.
Internationally Trained Team Our full-time staff includes internationally certified addiction professionals, psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists with decades of combined experience from the UK, USA, Middle East, and Thailand.
Evidence-Based, Integrated Treatment We combine proven clinical interventions with holistic therapies, creating personalized treatment plans designed for sustainable, long-term sobriety not just symptom management.