Residential Ketamine Addiction Treatment at The Beekeeper House
The Beekeeper House is a leading, award-winning residential ketamine addiction treatment centre in Thailand, welcoming clients worldwide. Ketamine is a dissociative anaesthetic, and regular recreational use can lead to psychological dependence and serious physical harm, particularly to the bladder. We combine medically supervised detox, evidence-based therapy, holistic care, and structured aftercare within one integrated programme.
Set in the mountains of Chiang Mai and accredited to AACI Gold standard, we bring together clinical care and 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.
Ketamine is a dissociative anaesthetic that, used recreationally, produces detachment from reality, altered perception, and in higher doses, a state sometimes called the K-hole. With regular use, psychological dependence can develop, and long-term heavy use is linked to serious physical harm, particularly to the bladder.
Ketamine addiction can be recognised through changes in a person’s body, mind, and behaviour.
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.
Pain or difficulty when urinating, or blood in the urine; nausea or vomiting; slurred speech and impaired coordination; numbness or reduced sensation.
Psychological Changes
Memory and cognitive difficulties with repeated use; confusion or difficulty distinguishing reality; low mood or anxiety between uses; cravings and preoccupation with using.
Behavioural Changes
Continued use despite physical warning signs, such as bladder pain; withdrawal from activities once enjoyed; using alone or in secret; repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop.
Treatment
Our Ketamine Addiction Treatment Programme in Thailand
Lasting recovery means addressing both the physical and the psychological sides of dependence. Our approach is integrative, combining medically supervised care, clinical psychology, and holistic support, all tailored to your individual needs.
Stage one
Medically Supervised Detox
Detox and stabilisation take place on site under 24-hour medical care, overseen by our Medical Director, Dr Paritat Silpakit. Everyone is medically assessed on arrival, including screening for physical complications such as bladder damage, so that your care plan reflects your full health picture.
Once detox is under way, therapy addresses the reasons behind substance use. You will have extensive one-to-one time with your psychologist, alongside group work, drawing on evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based skills.
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.
Dual Diagnosis: Treating Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
Ketamine 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.
Every 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.
Why us
Why Choose The Beekeeper House for Ketamine Addiction Treatment
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
The pool and sun terrace
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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 your ketamine use, 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, overseeing medical care and detox.
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.
Ketamine addiction is a pattern of ketamine use that continues despite the harm it causes. Psychological dependence can develop with regular use, and long-term heavy use carries a serious risk of physical harm, particularly to the bladder.
Is ketamine withdrawal dangerous?
Ketamine withdrawal does not typically involve the severe physical symptoms seen with some other substances, but cravings, low mood, and anxiety are common, and any physical complications, such as bladder problems, need medical assessment.
What are the signs of ketamine addiction?
Signs include pain when urinating, memory and cognitive difficulties, confusion, cravings, and continued use despite physical warning signs.
What does treatment involve?
Treatment begins with an in-depth medical and psychological assessment, followed by a personalised plan. For most people this means medically supervised detox where it is needed, a residential therapy programme, 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 ketamine 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 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
When you are living in active addiction, parts of your life can feel like they are out of control. The dedicated team at The Beekeeper House are here to help you through this difficult time and assist you on your way to ketamine addiction recovery.
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.
