About The Author
Lee Spinks
Lee Spinks is the Admissions Supervisor for UKAT, overseeing the call process and supporting clients prior to rehab treatment. Convinced that addiction recovery saved his life, Lee began writing and editing for UKAT, utilising over a decade of experience in the field of addiction to offer a unique insight to anyone who would like to learn more about the rehab process. In addition to this, Lee is also a regular guest on UKAT’s recovery podcast ‘SCREAMING ON THE INSIDE’, looking to provide support to anyone who would like to kickstart their recovery journey.
Lee’s personal knowledge of the harsh nature of relapse dates back decades when he fell into a cycle of abusing substances such as cannabis addiction, opiates addiction and alcohol addiction at the age of thirteen. However, he refused to give up, and in 2013, he attended rehab and has been clean ever since.
Lee’s passion for helping others radiates through the patience and understanding he demonstrates when talking to new clients, either over the phone or through his writing. He doesn't underestimate the importance of having a human touch, and his friendly and sincere tone helps put those feeling vulnerable at ease.

"When approaching addiction recovery, don't think you need to stay sober forever to succeed; rather, approach it by learning how to stay sober and comfortable one day at a time." - Lee


24 March 2025

Xanax addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Xanax rehab is and how to start your Xanax reco...

24 March 2025

Xanax detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised treatment within a safe and nurturing environm...

06 March 2025

Xanax addiction and how can we identify Alprazolam abuse; symptoms of Xanax abuse and how you can overcome Alprazolam ad...

08 August 2023

Volatile Substance addiction and how can we identify Volatile substance abuse; symptoms of Volatile Substance abuse and ...

24 March 2025

Vicodin rehab can help you and those you love. Discover what Vicodin addiction treatmentis and how to start your Vicodin...

08 August 2023

Vicodin detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised Vicodin detox clinic with a safe environment...

06 March 2025

Vicodin addiction and how can we identify Vicodin abuse; symptoms of Vicodin abuse and how you can overcome Vicodin addi...

24 March 2025

Valium addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Valium rehab is and how to start your Valium r...

06 March 2025

Valium addiction and how can we identify Diazepam abuse; symptoms of Valium abuse and how you can overcome Diazepam addi...

12 September 2023

Tramadol detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised Tramadol detox clinic with a safe environme...

06 March 2025

Tramadol addiction and how can we identify Tramadol abuse; symptoms of Tramadol abuse and how you can overcome Tramadol ...

20 March 2025

The Strengths Model provides a strengths-based approach to recovery, focusing on the person's ability and reinforcing he...

24 March 2025

Temazepam addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Temazepam rehab is and how to start your Te...

06 March 2025

Temazepam addiction and how can we identify Restoril abuse; symptoms of Temazepam abuse and how you can overcome Restori...

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Struggling with shopping addiction? Understanding shopping addiction is the first step to get help for shopping addictio...

10 March 2025

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21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

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22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

22 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

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17 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

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21 October 2024

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21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

21 October 2024

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18 October 2024

Rehabs near Hertfordshire. Find out about rehab services in Hertfordshire....

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

18 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

17 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

17 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

17 October 2024

Rehabs near Bedfordshire. Find out about rehab services in Bedfordshire....

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

16 October 2024

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

20 May 2022

It might seem strange to think of Gloucestershire as being an area plagued by drug and alcohol abuse – but, unfortunately, no corner of the country ...

08 January 2024

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12 March 2025

The desire to experiment and rebel is part and parcel of adolescence, and during this transitional period of our lives, we are exposed to a wide v...

10 March 2025

Pornography addiction: porn withdrawal symptoms and addiction treatment for porn abuse. Get in touch to find out more ab...

24 March 2025

Physical health recovery is paramount during any addiction recovery process. Find out here how physical health helps and...

08 August 2023

Oxycontin detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised Oxycontin detox clinic with a safe environ...

06 March 2025

Oxycontin addiction and how can we identify oxycontin abuse; symptoms of Oxycontin abuse and how you can overcome oxycon...

08 January 2024

Opiate addiction and how can we identify opioid abuse; symptoms of Opiate abuse and how you can overcome opioid addictio...

05 December 2023

Opioid addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Opiate rehab is and how to start your Opioid r...

10 October 2023

Opiate detox is part of the recovery process. Learn more about opioid withdrawal and opioid detox clinics....

08 August 2023

The effects of Nalmefene are usually apparent after one to two hours, typically lasting for between twelve and twenty-fo...

08 August 2023

Morphine detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised morphine detox clinic with a safe environme...

04 March 2025
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Mogadon addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Mogadon rehab is and how to start your Mogado...

24 March 2025

Mogadon detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised treatment within a safe and nurturing enviro...

06 March 2025

Mogadon addiction and how can we identify Nitrazepam abuse; symptoms of Mogadon abuse and how you can overcome Nitrazepa...

08 August 2023

Choosing the right medication is a job for your doctor, who will fully assess your physical and mental health to decide ...

08 August 2023

Methadone detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised methadone detox clinic with a safe environ...

06 March 2025

Methadone addiction and how can we identify methadone abuse; symptoms of Methadone abuse and how you can overcome methad...

08 August 2023

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12 March 2025

Alcoholism is an ever-growing problem that can affect not only the person with the addiction but those closest to them as well. The impact that alcoho...

12 March 2025

Librium addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Librium rehab is and how to start your Libriu...

06 March 2025

Librium addiction and how can we identify Chlordiazepoxide abuse; symptoms of Librium abuse and how you can overcome Chl...

05 December 2023
24 March 2025

Klonopin addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Klonopin rehab is and how to start your Klon...

24 March 2025

Klonopin detox is part of the recovery process. Learn more about Clonazepam withdrawal and Klonopin detox...

06 March 2025

Klonopin addiction and how can we identify Clonazepam abuse; symptoms of Clonazepam abuse and how you can overcome Klono...

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The smartphone is the modern-day hypodermic needle, delivering digital dopamine 24/7 for a wired generation. Anna Lembke In society today,...

08 August 2023

Inhalant addiction and how can we identify inhalant abuse; symptoms of Inhalant abuse and how you can overcome inhalant ...

12 March 2025

Have you ever woken up after a hangover and affirmed, “I’m never drinking again?”. Well, you are not alone. We have all been there at some...

12 March 2025

If you have an alcoholic friend, then you know how difficult it can be to help them. You may be worried about their health and their drinking may ...

12 March 2025

Watching your son or daughter struggle with alcohol addiction can be heartbreaking. There may be times when you feel totally powerless and unabl...

12 March 2025

Helping someone with alcohol addiction is never easy. It’s a difficult topic to raise, you may not know what to say, and despite how much you ...

12 March 2025

You've come to the realisation that your loved one may have an issue with drugs. You try to get through to them but are met with resistance and deni...

12 March 2025

Children of alcoholic parents often feel alone and isolated. You may not understand why your parent drinks so much and why they prioritise alcohol...

24 March 2025

Holistic therapy is a therapy that utilises a holistic approech to wellbeing and helps in the recovery process....

11 March 2025

Heroin withdrawal is best realised during a supervised heroin detox within a safe and nurturing environment. Our heroin ...

04 March 2025

Heroin addiction and how can we identify heroin abuse; symptoms of heroin abuse and how you can overcome heroin addictio...

12 March 2025

Watching a parent struggle with alcohol addiction can be heartbreaking and can have profound consequences on your own mental health, even increa...

24 March 2025

Healthy eating is rooted in our knowledge of nutrition and its effects on mental health and addiction recovery....

11 March 2025

Halcion detox is part of the recovery process. Learn more about Triazolam withdrawal and Halcion detox...

07 March 2025

Are you struggling with gaming addiction? Find out if you are addicted to gaming and how to get help...

07 March 2025

Are you struggling with gambling addiction? We can help with gambling addiction Learn the warning sings how to get bette...

08 August 2023

A functioning alcoholic defines someone who drinks heavily due to an alcohol addiction, but functions well enough for their alcohol abuse to go unnoti...

07 March 2025

Food addiction rehab helps overcoming food addiction. Find out more about food addiction and treatment....

24 March 2025

Fentanyl addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Fentanyl rehab is and how to start your Fent...

09 June 2023

Fentanyl detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised fentanyl detox clinic with a safe environme...

06 March 2025

Fentanyl addiction and how can we identify fentanyl abuse; symptoms of Fentanyl abuse and how you can overcome fentanyl ...

24 March 2025

Family addiction support is a programme designed to provide help to all family members of drug addicts and to support th...

10 October 2023

MDMA addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what ecstasy rehab is and how to start your MDMA reco...

11 March 2025

Ecstasy withdrawal is best realised during a supervised ecstasy detox within a safe and nurturing environment. Our clini...

09 January 2024

Understanding eating disorders. Read about common types of eating disorders and how to spot the signs...

12 March 2025

Dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders are remarkably similar medical terms that often get overlapped. However, there is a slight difference be...

24 March 2025

Integrating drumming therapy into our rehabilitation treatment programmes has proven to be a brilliant way to engage and...

05 December 2023

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05 December 2023

Drug detox Are you ready to turn your life around and get clean? For anyone reliant on drugs, drug detox is a crucial and life-changing first ste...

05 December 2023

Drug addiction [quicklinks appliedon='h2'] Did you know that drug addiction is one of the leading causes of death in the world? In fact, more ...

08 January 2024

Medications for detox Below is a list of available detox medications for both alcohol and drug detoxes - click on any to learn more: [quicklin...

05 December 2023

Detox Detox is the first step of the rehab process; it ensures that you are physically stable enough to address the more underlying aspects of yo...

10 October 2023

Crack addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what crack cocaine rehab is and how to start your cr...

05 March 2025

Crack cocaine addiction and how can we spot it; symptoms of crack cocaine abuse and how you can overcome crack addiction...

12 September 2023

In this time of uncertainty, one thing remains the same: that our number one priority is and will always be to protect and care for our clients, staff...

24 March 2025

Codeine addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Codeine rehab is and how to start your Codein...

08 August 2023

Codeine detox and withdrawal symptoms are best realised during a supervised codeine detox clinic with a safe environment...

08 January 2024

Cocaine addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what cocaine rehab is and how to start your cocain...

04 March 2025

Cocaine addiction and how can we spot it; symptoms of cocaine abuse and how you can overcome cocaine addiction...

08 August 2023

Its effectiveness is typically between eight and 10 hours, though patient biology will affect this length of time....

10 October 2023

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10 October 2023

Weed withdrawal symptoms are common during cannabis detox. FInd out how weed withdrawal is managed in our cannabis detox...

04 March 2025

Cannabis addiction stems from marijuana abuse. Here are cannabis abuse signs and symptoms....

10 September 2024

like other treatments for opioid addiction, buprenorphine is a medication that can be taken home for self-administration...

17 May 2024

Benzodiazepine addiction and how can we identify benzo abuse; symptoms of benzodiazepine abuse and how you can overcome ...

12 March 2025

Ativan addiction treatment can help you and those you love. Discover what Ativan rehab is and how to start your Ativan r...

10 March 2025

How long Ativan withdrawal last? Find out about Ativan detox and how we can manage Ativan withdrawal symptoms during det...

04 March 2025

Ativan addiction and how can we identify lorazepam abuse; symptoms of lorazepam abuse and how you can overcome ativan ad...

24 March 2025

Art therapy is very powerful in replacing a negative coping mechanism with a positive one. Find more about art therapy i...

12 March 2025

If you have ever been prescribed antibiotics, you may have noticed the warning labels about mixing alcohol with antibiotics. Although drinking alc...

12 June 2023

Do you want to know if you should be concerned about your drinking habits or the ones of a loved one? Find out more in o...

12 March 2025

Recovering from alcohol can be such a difficult process and so even a minor relapse can feel like a major defeat. However, this couldn’t be fart...

07 March 2025

Alcohol detox comes with alcohol withdrawal symptoms that can be scary. Here's what to expect from alcohol detox and how...

06 June 2023

If you fear a loved one is suffering from the effects of an alcohol addiction, call us - our clinics can help you and yo...

04 March 2025

Understanding alcoholism. This is a guide to understand alcohol addiction and abuse and to identify signs & symptoms of ...

24 March 2025

After rehab, you will have access to a lifestyle that may previously seemed impossible to attain. Discover what happens ...

05 December 2023

Addiction There are various different types of addictions that one can suffer from, all of which fall into three key categories:   ...

08 August 2023

Acamprosate is a medication that is used as part of the treatment of alcohol dependence....

24 March 2025

Twelve step programme is a recovery programme to help you overcome addiction, avoid relapse and conduct a healthy life. ...