EHN Edgewood Nanaimo
Addiction Treatment on Vancouver Island, B.C.
B.C.’s Leading Evidence-Based, Accredited Rehab for Addiction Recovery and Mental Health Treatment
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Treatment Programs for Recovery in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island
At EHN Edgewood Nanaimo, we believe the best chance for long-term addiction recovery for our patients is a treatment program that addresses all aspects of their health: body, mind, spirit, and social system.
We do this through the integration of evidence-based mental health treatments, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). We also incorporate wellness approaches, including fitness, yoga, and mindfulness, all designed to augment the many recovery methods we use, including SMART, Dharma, and 12-step-based recovery programs.
This combination means you or your loved one will get the most innovative therapies all in a setting that is warm, comfortable, and safe – providing the opportunity to maintain lifelong addiction recovery.

From medically supervised alcohol and drug detox, to our facilitated Aftercare Program that includes technological methods such as telehealth, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo delivers ongoing support from an expert team of qualified, caring, and committed staff including full-time physicians, psychiatrists and a 24/7 nursing team. Everyone who comes into treatment receives a full physical assessment to ensure their treatment and programming is aligned with their needs.
The treatment programs at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo are part of a coordinated system of care that includes the family, the patient, and their referral source. EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is committed to providing transparent communication via weekly emails and phone calls with those closest to the individual in care. This input and level of communication is an invaluable component to continued success in trauma and addiction treatment.
Our goal for our patients is permanent abstinence from mood-altering behaviours or chemicals, and an improved lifestyle. Respect for the dignity of the individual and their family is the cornerstone of our treatment program.
EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is fully accredited with Accreditation Canada.

Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehab in B.C.
Situated amongst the natural beauty of Vancouver Island’s east coast, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is a private alcohol and addiction treatment centre in Nanaimo. Part of the recovery process is having the space patients need to focus. And EHN Edgewood Nanaimo provides the tranquility needed to get better and establishes the foundation for lasting addiction recovery.
The community at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo creates a supportive environment for recovery through a comfortable setting where patients and staff alike contribute to the healing process as they share activities, build relationships and interact with one another throughout the day.
EHN Edgewood Nanaimo provides a safe healing environment for all of our patients, including 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and the Indigenous community. We are recognized as a Safe Harbour by the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS).

Ongoing Alumni Outreach and Support
Upon completion of treatment, one of the most important things our alumni can do to be successful in long-term recovery is to stay connected with one another and become an active member of our EHN Canada Recovery Community. Whether you live in Victoria, Vancouver or elsewhere in Canada, EHN Canada has support to help you stay on track.
At EHN Canada, we have developed a rich alumni outreach program as part of our continuum of care designed to develop a long-term relationship with individuals who put their trust in us and one another. All individuals who complete one of our programs will receive ongoing alumni outreach calls at regular intervals, consistent email communications, invitations to special events and recovery related celebrations including Cake Night.
To learn more about the Alumni programming at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo, please email our team at [email protected].
Additional Support for Unique Struggles and Communities
Each person that walks through the doors at EHN Edgewood brings with them their own unique story. It’s why our Addiction and Mental Health Program can be enhanced with additional support that can ensure comprehensive, personalized care.
This additional support focuses on unique aspects of addiction and mental health. We provide a safe space for healing, where clients can connect with others who share similar struggles.
Four additional support offerings include:
Indigenous Healing Support
Acknowledging the unique experiences of Indigenous peoples, we incorporate traditional healing practices, spirituality, and community support.
2SLGBTQ+ Support
We provide a safe environment where our 2SLGBTQ+ clients can overcome substance use disorders.
Sex and Love Addiction Support
With evidence-based treatment, compassionate care, and individualized support, we help patients develop overcome these behavioural addictions and learn to have healthy relationships.
Medical Professionals Support
Developed in collaboration with medical experts, this treatment is tailored for medical professionals, addressing their specific needs while tackling addiction.
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EHN Edgewood Nanaimo's Treatment Programs & Services
With over 30 years of experience with mental health and addiction treatment services, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo provides effective treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, trauma and psychological injuries. Standing strong on B.C.’s beautiful Vancouver Island, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is the perfect location to help our patients get their lives back.
We have mental health and addiction treatment programs backed by science, honed from years of research and experience, and supported by a thriving community. We’re constantly innovating our treatment programs to ensure we’re offering our patients the best care possible. That’s what makes EHN Edgewood Nanaimo a trusted evidence-based rehab centre in B.C.
Amenities Offered with Our Inpatient Programs
What’s Offered in EHN Edgewood Nanaimo Inpatient Programs
- On-site medical professionals, including nurses available 24/7
- Evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
- Access to staff psychiatrists
- Individual counselling and small group therapy
- Integrated care that includes art therapy, yoga, meditation, music therapy, and fitness
- Access to peer support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, SMART Recovery, and Dharma/Refuge recovery groups during and after treatment
- One year of Aftercare programming
- Ongoing Alumni Outreach Program
Learn More about EHN Edgewood Nanaimo
How it Works
Pre-Screening Assessment
Find out if our treatment program is the right option for you.
Care Plan
Meet with our team to create a unique treatment plan.
Detox & Stabilization
Prepare for rehab in a safe, doctor-supervised environment.
Treatment
Spend seven weeks healing at EHN Edgewood Nanaimo, with the option to extend your stay.
Family Participation
We encourage families to learn about addiction and how to support themselves and their loved ones in recovery.
Aftercare and Ongoing Alumni Outreach
Leave EHN Edgewood Nanaimo with a relapse-prevention plan and receive ongoing alumni outreach and regular communications.