Meditation
Meditation for Mindfullness, Behavioural Change and Overcoming Addiction
Meditation for Addiction Recovery in Johannesburg
Quiet the mind. Heal the soul. Transform your life.
At Evolved Recovery Centre, we offer guided meditation as a core part of our holistic approach to healing from drug and alcohol addiction. Meditation supports emotional balance, mental clarity, and inner peace—essential tools for long-term recovery.
Why Meditation Matters in Recovery
Addiction creates chaos in the mind and body. Meditation helps restore balance. By practicing mindfulness and stillness, individuals learn to manage stress, overcome negative thought patterns, and reconnect with their inner selves.
Benefits of meditation in addiction recovery include:
Reduced anxiety, depression, and stress
Improved emotional regulation
Better focus and decision-making
Stronger connection to self and spiritual growth
Increased resilience against cravings and relapse
Through structured therapy, individuals are able to:
Understand the root causes of their addiction
Heal emotional trauma and destructive thought patterns
Develop healthier coping mechanisms
Rebuild relationships with themselves and others
How We Use Meditation at Our Rehab
We incorporate meditation into our daily programme, helping each individual to:
Slow down racing thoughts and emotional reactivity
Develop awareness of triggers and patterns
Build discipline and inner strength
Connect to a sense of purpose and inner calm
Our meditation sessions are guided by experienced facilitators and are suitable for all levels—even complete beginners.
Types of Meditation We Offer
We integrate several forms of meditation into our treatment programme:
1. Mindfulness Meditation
Focuses on being present in the moment—learning to observe thoughts and feelings without judgment.
2. Guided Visualisation
Uses calming imagery and spoken guidance to reduce anxiety and promote healing.
3. Breathwork and Breathing Techniques
Simple, powerful breathing exercises that ground and calm the nervous system.
4. Spiritual and Reflective Meditation
Encourages deeper connection with self, spirituality, and a higher power—core to 12-step recovery.
Meditation as Part of a Holistic Healing Programme
Meditation at Evolved Recovery Centre is not offered in isolation. It forms part of a broader recovery framework that includes:
- The 12-Step Programme
- Individual and group counselling
- Trauma and behavioural therapy
- Life coaching and relapse prevention
- Aftercare and family support
Our approach is to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms of addiction.
Who can Benefit from Meditation in Rehab
Meditation is especially helpful for individuals who:
Struggle with racing thoughts or emotional instability
Feel disconnected from themselves or others
Are searching for peace, clarity, and purpose
Need healthy, drug-free ways to cope with life’s challenges
Whether you are just beginning your journey or rebuilding after a relapse, meditation can help centre and empower you.