The Beekeeper House is a leading, award-winning residential behavioural addiction treatment centre in Thailand, caring for clients worldwide. Behavioural, or process, addictions involve a compulsive dependency on a behaviour rather than a substance.
Residential Behavioural Addiction Treatment at The Beekeeper House
We treat conditions such as gambling, internet and gaming, and sex and love addiction, alongside the mental health conditions that so often sit beneath them, within one integrated programme of therapy, holistic care, and aftercare.
Set in the mountains of Chiang Mai and accredited to AACI Gold standard, we combine clinical care with a calm, private environment where recovery can take root. Speak to our admissions team to learn about our admissions process and how treatment could work for you or someone you love.
A behavioural addiction develops when a person becomes dependent on a behaviour rather than a substance, continuing to engage in it to produce a rewarding feeling despite the harm it causes. Over time, the behaviour can begin to interfere with work, study, relationships, and general wellbeing in much the same way a substance addiction does, and some behavioural addictions, such as gambling disorder, are recognised as diagnosable conditions.
Every person’s relationship with a behaviour is different, so treatment begins with an in-depth assessment of your medical, psychological, and personal needs, and a plan built around what that assessment finds.
Gambling AddictionInternet AddictionGaming AddictionSex and Love Addiction
We also treat other process addictions, including food addiction and shopping addiction, as part of the same integrated programme.
Recognising it
Recognising Behavioural Addiction
Behavioural addiction can be harder to recognise than a substance addiction, but there are common signs to look for.
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you care about, please reach out for a confidential consultation so we can help you find the right support.
Difficulty reducing or stopping the behaviour, despite wanting to.
Time absorbed
Spending a significant amount of time thinking about, engaging in, or recovering from the behaviour.
Continued despite harm
Continuing the behaviour despite clear harm to health, finances, or relationships.
Neglected responsibilities
Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities.
Restlessness and low mood
Restlessness, irritability, or low mood when unable to engage in the behaviour.
Relied on to cope
Relying on the behaviour to feel normal, or to manage difficult emotions.
Treatment
Our Behavioural Addiction Treatment Programme in Thailand
Lasting recovery means understanding what the behaviour is doing for you, and building healthier ways to meet that need. Our approach is integrative, combining clinical psychology and holistic care, all tailored to your individual needs.
Stage one
Therapy and Psychological Treatment
Treatment draws on evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and motivational interviewing, delivered through extensive one-to-one time with your psychologist alongside group work.
Alongside clinical treatment, our Holistic Wellness programme supports your physical and emotional health through yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, movement, somatic practices such as TRE (Trauma Release Exercises), and more, helping you rebuild a stable and healthy routine.
Recovery does not end at the gate. Every Beekeeper House graduate leaves with a structured aftercare plan, drawn from five complementary pathways that your clinical team will help you combine before you fly home.
My Beekeeper An award-winning app that keeps you connected to your clinical team, peer community, and recovery tools from anywhere in the world.
The Reset Bali A structured residential step-down programme in Sanur for a supported transition between treatment and independent life.
Embrace Sober House Thailand’s longest-running sober house, in Chiang Mai, for clients who want to practise recovery in a supportive community before returning home.
RISE A clinician-led twelve-week online continuing care programme combining group work with peer accountability.
Continuing Care Partners A curated network of independent recovery coaches, case managers, and psychologists near home, with partners across the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia.
Dual diagnosis
Treating Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
Behavioural addiction rarely travels alone. Many people are also living with anxiety, depression or a mood disorder, or trauma, and treating both together gives the strongest foundation for recovery.
Why Choose The Beekeeper House for Behavioural Addiction Treatment in Thailand
The Beekeeper House is a medically licensed, AACI Gold accredited residential centre in Chiang Mai, part of the award-winning Beekeeper Group. We bring together clinical care, a calm and private setting, and a team that supports you at every stage of your recovery.
An Internationally Trained, English-Speaking Team
Our clinical team is internationally trained, with psychologists from the United States, Australia and New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, and all treatment is delivered in English. For clients travelling from abroad, this means care that feels familiar, delivered by professionals who understand your background and expectations.
Our Centre in Chiang Mai
Our residential centre sits on two hectares of botanical gardens in the mountains of Mae Rim, Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand. It is a private, resort-style setting, with calm indoor and outdoor spaces designed to support rest, reflection, and recovery, and enough distance from the pressures and triggers of daily life to let you focus entirely on healing.
Accredited and Medically Licensed
We are licensed by the Thai Ministry of Public Health and accredited to AACI Gold standard, an international mark of quality and safety in healthcare. Recent recognition includes the Healthcare Asia Awards 2025 and the GHP Mental Health Awards 2026.
All of this is done in the comfort of our luxury resort-style facility, so you can enjoy your recreation time as well. This includes the gym, pool, botanical gardens, community garden, recreation centre and yoga and meditation centre.
The yoga and meditation sala
The recreation centre
Private bedrooms
Meals by our award-winning chef
The gym
Reception, on arrival
Muay Thai kickboxing
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International clients
Rehab in Thailand for International Clients
Most of the people we treat travel to us from overseas, and we have built dedicated support around that journey. Choosing to travel for treatment puts helpful distance between you and the environment linked to the behaviour, and it gives you access to accredited, international-standard care.
Our admissions team guides you through every step, from the initial consultation and clinical assessment, which take place by phone or video before you travel, through to travel, arrival, and settling in. Australian clients may also be able to access their superannuation early to fund treatment on medical grounds. To learn more about treatment from your part of the world, visit our pages for clients from the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States.
You will be cared for by an experienced, multidisciplinary team that blends local and international expertise. A few of the people behind your care:
Dr Robert Common
Chief Executive Officer
A Doctor of Psychology with over 20 years of experience leading mental health and wellness organisations across the region, and an award-winning voice in behavioural health.
Dr Paritat Silpakit
Medical Director
A senior Thai psychiatrist with decades of experience in substance use disorders, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and clinical leadership.
Dr Carin Killips
Counselling Psychologist, Programme Development and Quality
UK-trained with over 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction, including a decade in the NHS, with expertise in CBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
Nurse Orn
Head of Nursing
Leads our nursing team, which provides onsite medical care 24 hours a day throughout your stay.
Beth
Holistic Practitioner
A holistic practitioner trained in yoga, therapeutic sound healing, and sound bowl massage, who draws on professional training and lived experience in recovery to support clients’ wellbeing.
Tum
Head of Support
Leads our support team with a kind and compassionate approach, known for his calm, caring manner and his genuine interest in every client’s wellbeing.
What types of behavioural addiction does The Beekeeper House treat?
We treat process addictions including gambling, internet addiction (including problematic pornography use, gaming, and social media use), sex and love addiction, food addiction, and shopping addiction, alongside the mental health conditions that often accompany them.
What does treatment involve?
Treatment begins with an in-depth medical and psychological assessment, followed by a personalised plan. For most people this means a residential therapy programme drawing on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, and a structured aftercare plan for when you return home.
How long is a treatment programme?
Our residential programme has a minimum stay of 35 days. The right length depends on your individual needs and is agreed with you following assessment.
Do you treat addiction and mental health together?
Yes. Addiction and mental health conditions frequently occur together, which is known as dual diagnosis. As a centre that specialises in both, we treat them together within one integrated programme.
Can I have treatment if I am travelling from overseas?
Yes. Most of the people we treat travel to us from abroad. Our admissions team supports you through assessment, travel, and arrival, with dedicated lines for the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States.
How much does behavioural addiction treatment cost?
Treatment is tailored to each person, so the cost depends on your length of stay and the level of care required. We do not publish prices online, but our admissions team will provide a clear, all-inclusive quote during a free, confidential consultation.
Is treatment for behavioural addiction covered by insurance?
We work with a number of insurance providers, though coverage varies. Our admissions team can help you check your policy and confirm what may be covered before you travel.
Is my treatment confidential?
Yes. Privacy and discretion are central to how we work. Your treatment, and the fact that you are receiving it, remain confidential throughout your stay and beyond.
How do I start?
The first step is a free, confidential conversation with our admissions team. They will carry out an initial assessment, answer your questions, and help you decide whether The Beekeeper House is right for you or your loved one.
Start Your Journey to Recovery
If you or a loved one are experiencing a behavioural addiction, the specially trained therapists and clinical teams at The Beekeeper House are here to help. Our approach to therapy offers the ideal setting for process and behavioural addiction treatment, and the best time to begin is right now.
Reaching out is often the hardest step, and we make what follows as clear and supportive as possible. Whether you are seeking help for yourself, for a loved one, or referring a patient, our admissions team will talk you through your options with no pressure and complete confidentiality.
Treatment For A Client
We accept referrals from GP’s, psychiatrists, psychologists, counsellors, case managers, and other health professionals. To refer your clients or patients, please get in touch by sending us an email, giving us a call or filling out our online contact form.
Treatment For Yourself
When you come to The Beekeeper House, you are not just getting treatment for your addiction or mental health issue – you are also embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Treatment For A Loved One
The Beekeeper House directs its efforts towards the treatment of comprehensive care and the co-existence of addiction and mental health issues. They will provide your loved ones opportunities to heal and grow.
