DARA Thailand

I don't understand the negative reviews. When I was at DARA the only people that complained were those who expected to be spoon fed their recovery – which begins with the addict, not the counsellor. I had an incredible experience and found the staff fantastic. They treat you like an adult and expect you to behave in kind. I tried to explain my time in rehab But they won't know, know, know… When I got back, I said it was whack But they say so, so, so They don't get the time, Not like the new friends of mine… I tried to explain my time in rehab But they won't know, know, know I'd rather be at process But I ain't got another 28 days And there's nothing I can teach them They need Nadine, Luke and Ray…. I didn't always get to class But I learnt joy don't come in a shot glass My friends said “do you think you're different back here?” I said “I got no idea, I don't wanna, wanna lose my sanity So I always keep my note book near” They said “I just think you're depressed” ‘Dis Nadine “yeah baby, and the rest.” I don't ever want to drink again And I sure, sure do miss my friends And while we spent those weeks Don't expect everyone to assume you're on the mend But now I have my pride I know who I am inside I tried to explain my time in rehab But they won't know, know, know… When I got back, I said it was whack But they say so, so, so They don't get the time, Not like the new friends of mine… I tried to explain my time in rehab But they won't know, know, know

DARA helped me identify the two things I needed most to transform my life away from addiction...First, they helped me get to the root cause of my substance use. By understanding why I used, I could tackle those issues once and for all and then make choices about NOT using. Second, they helped me develop a road map for re-integrating into the 'real world', post-rehab. They armed me with the tools and techniques for successfully dealing with the cravings and 'dangerous situations' that can't be avoided in life. Because of DARA, I am now both sober AND clean. It's a helluva lot of work, but the result can be expressed in two words....LIFE CHANGING. If that's what you seek, you can find it here.

When I left DARA, I felt the best I had, In a very long time, I wasn't sad, I felt strong in my mind, and emotionally, I walked out of DARA, a complete new me. ---- There was a time, I would use, There was a time, I'd abuse, The drugs and, dangerous alcohol, I lost my respect; and my soul. I was at a point of, desire straights, Even though I had, lots of mates, I just couldn't seem, to control myself, And I was losing, all my weath. I had almost, lost it all, My life had been, 1 big ball, Now it had got, really bad, I just woke up, really sad. I decided to go, change my life, And get myself, out of strife, I then found DARA, on the net, This is a choice, I won't regret. DARA was the best choice, I had made, All their counselors, came to my aid, Changed my life, and how I thought, And it was a new life, that I sought. When I left DARA, I felt the best I had, In a very long time, I wasn't sad, I felt strong in my mind, and emotionally, I walked out of DARA, a complete new me.

Dara has done a wonderful job for me! There is no doubt in that. From the first moment I arrived in Koh Chang I was met with a positive feeling. There is an overall sense of healing there. The programme is in itself a great treatment option for most people even the ones seeking wellness. Dara's dedicated staff would make any place feel good. I am thankful to Dara for every sober day i have ahead of me, without them i would never have gotten clean. Huge shout out to Ham, his unrelenting fitness regime showed me what structure in life really means.

Everything was awesome...food, massages, accommodation. Met some amazing people and I believe Dara has a gift of choosing unbelievable counsellors . Dara has not only changed my life, it has SAVED my life. Thank you! P.S. If you had jetski's it would be a perfect ten! :)

Topic groups cover knowledge needed to promote recovery. The office staff are friendly and efficient. The meals incredible and staff hospitality welcoming. Counselling is a valuable experience. DARA is a positive environment, I have gained an amazing amount of knowledge, and made friends with inspirational people.

Dara provided me with an opportunity to pause and reflect on my life, which was invaluable in enabling personal improvement and self development. Set in a uxorious setting Dara also focuses on stress management, physical well-being and spiritual growth. I owe you my life guys! Thank you so much!

I was a returning client, and had a very good experience there in 2014, staff were professional and experienced. However, latest return in late 2015 the place had changed significantly, staff very poorly skilled, and uninterested, mainly non western staff. No structure or rules, and very unsafe practices. Most of the clients had no respect for the management who were clueless and more interested in themselves, or last nights activities. A lot of clients were drinking and using. I will not be returning if I ever need follow up, as the place has become tarnished.