Find Freedom With Us In Sri Lanka
We will help you regain your freedom and guide you through your recovery journey.
How we build your programme?
Your privacy is sacred here. Our treatment is 100% confidential no mention of addiction or mental health anywhere on your paperwork. You can confidently tell your circle you’re on a wellness or stress-relief retreat, giving you the freedom to heal discreetly and comfortably.
How long is the programme?
Because your plan is built around your case formulation, the length of your stay is agreed with your focal therapist rather than fixed in advance so it fits the person, not a set number of weeks.
Your Care Journey
Treatment doesn’t start the day you arrive or end the day you leave. Here’s how the phases connect.
Admission
A confidential call with our Clinical Manager and a brief screening make sure the plan we build is right for you before you travel.
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Your Programme
Persistent low mood and loss of interest, treated with individual therapy, medication support, and daily structure.
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Aftercare
Weekly online aftercare groups and a discharge plan built with your therapist keep support going once you're home.
Learn moreIndividual therapy & psychiatric care
You’ll meet your focal therapist at least twice a week for one-to-one sessions. Alongside talk therapy, everyone has access to ongoing psychiatric assessment, consultation, and medication management for as long as it’s needed.
David
David founded The Emerald with a vision of creating a sanctuary for genuine healing, blending clinical excellence with Sri Lanka's natural beauty.
John
With over 30 years of experience in marketing and leadership, John supports individuals and families through guidance, encouragement, and recovery support.
John Jacobs
John is an experienced U.S. therapist specializing in addiction, mental health, and trauma. He uses CBT, IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Muby
Muby brings a warm, empathetic approach to her work as a psychotherapist, helping guests explore the root of their struggles.
Nisal
Nisal leads the therapeutic services team at The Emerald, guiding the clinical direction of each guest's care.
Rushma
Rushma supports guests through personalized, evidence-based psychological care at The Emerald.
Ryan
Ryan is the Wellness Director at Emerald, supporting clients with professional experience, personal insight, and a compassionate approach to recovery.
What A Day In The Programme Looks Like
Group therapy runs through the day in a fixed rhythm, so you always know what’s coming next.
Morning
Psycho education Group
Learn about mental health and addiction, understand how they interact, and explore practical strategies for recovery.
Afternoon
Process Group
Share experiences, process emotions, and build connection in a supportive group setting guided by clinical facilitators.
Afternoon
Focused Group
Specialised sessions tailored to your pathway, with space to go deeper on the themes that matter most to your recovery.
Aftercare
Completing the programme isn’t the end of your contact with us.
- A weekly online aftercare group, run by a member of our clinical team. The link is provided directly in your discharge plan.
- Help finding qualified aftercare support at home, with your treatment information shared only with your consent.
- The option to continue with your focal therapist 1:1 online, at an additional cost, if you’d like to keep working together.
Want to see it laid out in full?
Download the complete weekly programme schedule to see exactly how individual sessions, group work, and holistic therapy fit together.
Why Choose The Emerald?
The Emerald is a private residential addiction and mental health treatment centre in Kandy, Sri Lanka’s central hill country. Sri Lanka offers an ideal environment for recovery through its peaceful surroundings, welcoming culture, and distance from everyday routines and triggers.
Known for its natural beauty, Sri Lanka combines golden beaches, ancient cities, mountain landscapes, and wildlife-rich national parks within one unique island. Located away from busy tourist areas, The Emerald provides a quiet and private setting while still allowing guests to experience the country through planned activities and excursions.
Frequently Asked Questions
By phone or WhatsApp at +94 76 800 0103, by email at admissions@theemeraldsrilanka.com, or through the confidential enquiry form on this page.
Do You Have More Questions?
If you have more questions please send us a message and let us help you
through your journey.
Benefits of Seeking Treatment at The Emerald
We provide a structured and supportive environment designed to address the unique needs of individuals struggling with clinical anxiety. Here are some benefits of seeking treatment with us:
Specialised Care
Mental health professionals with specific expertise in treating anxiety disorders.
Individualised Plans
Every client's plan is built around their own symptoms, history, and goals.
24/7 Support
Inpatient care with round-the-clock support and monitoring for safety and progress.
Dual Diagnosis
Co-occurring conditions like substance use are addressed alongside anxiety, not after it.
