Recovery Centre at White River

Recovery Centre at White River White River Recovery Centre is an affordable and life changing addiction treatment centre situated in

For many people, gaming is a way to relax, connect with friends, or escape for a little while. But sometimes it becomes ...
25/11/2025

For many people, gaming is a way to relax, connect with friends, or escape for a little while. But sometimes it becomes something else entirely — something you feel you need.

Maybe you're staying up too late.
Maybe work or studies are slipping.
Maybe you’ve noticed you feel restless, anxious, or low when you try to stop.
Or maybe the people around you have started to worry.

We support people who’ve reached that point where gaming is no longer a hobby, but something that feels out of control.

We help with:

• Breaking the cycle of compulsive gaming
• Understanding what the gaming was giving you (comfort, purpose, belonging)
• Rebuilding structure, sleep, and focus
• Managing anxiety, depression, or stress that may sit underneath
• Learning healthier ways to cope
• Reconnecting with family and daily life
• Creating a real plan for life after treatment

If gaming is starting to take more from your life than it gives, we’re here to help.

📞 Call us on +27 87 250 0967
📧 Email us on booking@whiteriverrecovery.co.za
📖 Learn more via https://whiteriverrecovery.com/therapy/video-game-addiction-treatment/ #1748277248314-c4fc9a38-d67a

So many people enter recovery believing their biggest challenge is staying sober. But often, the real work starts with o...
24/11/2025

So many people enter recovery believing their biggest challenge is staying sober. But often, the real work starts with one small, honest word: No.

For years, many of us said “yes” out of fear — fear of conflict, fear of rejection, fear of disappointing others. That constant over-giving doesn’t just drain your energy… it rewires the brain for stress and survival.

Saying “no” teaches the brain safety. It lowers the internal alarm. It rebuilds identity. It prevents overwhelm — one of the biggest relapse triggers. And it gives people back a sense of control they may not have felt in years.

If you or someone you love is struggling with burnout, overwhelm, or the fear of setting boundaries, this piece will resonate deeply.

Read the full blog here: https://whiteriverrecovery.com/blog/how-saying-no-heals-the-brain-the-boundary-work-that-changes-everything/

Our dear Michele Morphitis is visiting us this week, alongside a group of valued guests — Mandy Saligari, Johnny Graaff,...
21/11/2025

Our dear Michele Morphitis is visiting us this week, alongside a group of valued guests — Mandy Saligari, Johnny Graaff, Ed Burns and Filippo Passetti.

Our Co-Owners and Co-Founders Jeanine and Giles were delighted to welcome this group and take time to share with them the evolving, overarching vision for White River Manor, the Recovery Centre at White River, and also new projects yet to be announced...

Beyond the professional dialogue, there were moments that reflected the deeper spirit of this incredible place: a shared zipwire challenge, a powerful encounter with Tembo the rescued elephant, and a guided safari that brought both reflection and joy.

A truly special visit so far!

When most people hear the word recovery, they think of substances — alcohol, drugs, detox.But addiction takes many forms...
18/11/2025

When most people hear the word recovery, they think of substances — alcohol, drugs, detox.

But addiction takes many forms.

The human brain can become dependent on patterns, people, and relationships just as strongly as it can on chemicals.

And love addiction is one of the most misunderstood.

Sometimes love feels like home.

But for some, it becomes a lifeline — something you cling to, chase, or reshape your whole identity around. The relationship stops being a source of comfort and becomes a form of survival.

If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of intense attachment, fear of abandonment, over-giving, or staying in relationships that hurt because the alternative feels unbearable… you are not alone.

And yes — you deserve help just as much as anyone facing a substance addiction.

At the Recovery Centre at White River, we offer trauma-informed treatment for love addiction, helping you find stability, self-worth, and healthy connection again.

Our 6-week programmes start at £4,950

📞 +27 87 250 2843

📧 booking@whiteriverrecovery.co.za

“When one person receives help, the whole family begins to heal.”Addiction. It doesn’t just impact the individual - it c...
17/11/2025

“When one person receives help, the whole family begins to heal.”

Addiction. It doesn’t just impact the individual - it can also affect partners, parents, children, and other loved ones.

This is why recovery often isn’t a solo journey, but a family one.

Our of our recent blog posts explores:

✨ How addiction impacts families
✨ How family involvement improves recovery outcomes
✨ What family therapy, education, and support really look like
✨ Why boundaries, communication, and self-care matter
✨ How healing together creates lasting change

Families often tell us that these conversations, though difficult, were the turning point.

If you’re supporting someone experiencing addiction, or considering treatment for yourself, this blog is for you.

Read it on our website: https://whiteriverrecovery.com/blog/healing-together-why-rehab-supports-the-whole-family/

And reach out if you’d like to learn more about our affordable family-inclusive recovery programmes:

📞 +27 76 502 4844
✉️ info@whiteriverrecovery.com

What an incredible few days at the 15th Lee FitzGerald Annual London Workshop at the Marriott Regents Park! We were prou...
11/11/2025

What an incredible few days at the 15th Lee FitzGerald Annual London Workshop at the Marriott Regents Park!

We were proud to be part of this inspiring gathering of addiction and mental health professionals from around the world — sharing insights, learning from one another, and building connections that strengthen our collective work in recovery and wellness.

A heartfelt thank you to Lee FitzGerald and her wonderful team for creating such a rich and engaging programme.

We’re also deeply grateful to Michele Morphitis for representing White River Manor and The Recovery Centre at White River with such passion and professionalism, and to Giles and Jeanine Fourie and David Scourfield for their continued dedication to fostering international collaboration in the field of trauma-informed recovery.

Here’s to another year of growth, learning, and meaningful connection.

What an inspiring evening! ✨ We were honoured to host this exceptional panel event in London a few days ago, facilitated...
10/11/2025

What an inspiring evening! ✨

We were honoured to host this exceptional panel event in London a few days ago, facilitated by our own Michele Morphitis (MBACP), bringing together a panel of leading professionals — Johan Sorensen, Maryam Meddin, Jill Martin, and Ed Burns — for a powerful, wide-ranging discussion on trauma, self-care, psychedelics, hormones, and innovation in mental health treatment.

Special thanks to David Scourfield, to Andrew Morphitis, and of course to our co-founders and co-owners to Giles Fourie and Jeanine Fourie, whose ongoing commitment to meaningful dialogue and authentic collaboration continues to shape the spirit of the Recovery Centre at White River.

It’s through spaces like these — open, generous, and curious — that progress truly happens.

We've found that equine therapy is a powerful way to rebuild connection — to the self, to others, and to the present mom...
04/11/2025

We've found that equine therapy is a powerful way to rebuild connection — to the self, to others, and to the present moment.

Sometimes healing begins in these quiet moments — standing beside a horse, breathing in sync, learning to trust again.

Our 6-week residential programme, which starts from £4,950, includes equine therapy plus 24/7 care, food, accommodation, one-to-one counselling, group sessions, holistic wellness in a peaceful, natural setting, and much more.

If you or someone you love needs support, reach out to us in confidence:

📞 +27 87 250 0967
📧 info@whiteriverrecovery.co.za

Recovery should never mean having to choose between quality and affordability 💛At The Recovery Centre at White River, “a...
31/10/2025

Recovery should never mean having to choose between quality and affordability 💛

At The Recovery Centre at White River, “affordable recovery without compromise” isn’t just a slogan — it’s a promise.

We believe everyone deserves access to world-class care, professional support, and dignity on their journey to healing — no matter their financial circumstances.

Our holistic approach goes far beyond detox, combining therapy, community, creativity, and the serenity of nature to help people rebuild their lives with meaning and connection.

Because true recovery isn’t about cost — it’s about compassion.

Read the full blog here: https://whiteriverrecovery.com/blog/affordable-recovery-without-compromise-what-that-really-means/

This time next week, we’ll be in London for the 15th Lee Fitzgerald Annual Workshop on Addiction and Mental Health! It’s...
30/10/2025

This time next week, we’ll be in London for the 15th Lee Fitzgerald Annual Workshop on Addiction and Mental Health!

It’s always one of the highlights of our calendar — a space for connection, collaboration, and meaningful conversations about recovery and wellbeing.

We can’t wait to attend once again and reconnect with so many of the inspiring people who make this field what it is 💛

Here are a few throwback pics of last year’s event!

Inspiring conversations at this year's installment of The Chairman’s Conversation! Our founders, Giles and Jeanine Fouri...
28/10/2025

Inspiring conversations at this year's installment of The Chairman’s Conversation!

Our founders, Giles and Jeanine Fourie, had the privilege of being invited to this annual gathering, held at Discovery Head Office in Sandton, Johannesburg and hosted by Mr Given Mkhuri, CEO of Shilumani Media.

The event brings together business leaders to discuss topics shaping South Africa’s future.

“This year’s discussion featured Adrian Gore, founder and CEO of Discovery. We had the honor to meet and talk with him about health care in South Africa and the future of mental health treatment,” shared Giles.

"The event also included an open discussion with Tourism Minister Patricia De Lille about the growth of medical tourism in South Africa and key developments to look forward to in 2026."

Exciting times ahead for the intersection of healthcare, mental health, and tourism in South Africa... and we’re proud to be part of that conversation.

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