There is always hope.
Uganda's Leading Private Mental, Neurological and Addiction Treatment Centers
It all begins with a deep dive into who you are. By conducting holistic, in-depth psychiatric and psychological assessments, we are able to develop a personalised treatment plan.
IN-PATIENT CARE
This is designed for those with more intense needs; it involves admission and treatment at Safe places under residential care, where round-the-clock monitoring meets comprehensive support.
In-patient services at Safe places include;
- Psychiatric Admissions of short to long-term stay. The duration of which is advised by the Psychiatrist in consultation with the patient and their families.
- Medically assisted Detox. This ranges between 14-30 days, depending on individual factors.
- Addiction rehabilitation program: The program adopted and employed at Safe Places Uganda ranges from a minimum period of 90 days to a maximum period of 180 days. Periodic assessment is done to inform progress.
- Relapse Prevention Program: Designed for persons that have recently been into mid to long-term residential treatment that would like to curb the spiral of a relapse.
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OUT-PATIENT CARE
Our Out-Patient Care Offers a lifeline to patients with conditions that can be managed from home; we will support your recovery through readily available frequent appointments without the need for overnight stays.
Out-Patient services at Safe Places include;
- Consultations (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Therapist, social workers etc.)
- Assessments(Mental, Neuro and Psychological)
- Counselling(Individual, couple, group, schools)
- Therapy (Diverse and patient-centred)
- Drug/Substance screening to check for presence and type.
- Family support programs. (Family therapy and Psycho-education)
- Aftercare services. For patients who have previously been in an in-patient program
- Employee Assistance programs: These are customised workplace interventions.
- Community and schools mental Health
Our Services
Our Healthcare Services
Discreet, compassionate, and deeply respectful, with a passion for helping individuals escape the
clutches of addiction, we ultimately exist to help those with dependencies get their lives back.
MEDICAL DETOX whether you’re breaking free from the shackles of ecstasy, opioid, cannabis, alcohol addiction and other substances.
Our support doesn’t end as we wave you out of our doors. Instead, we view our partnership as a lifelong alliance, with our friendly team.
We understand that, for many, opening up in front of a group of people isn’t easy. So at Safe Places, we encourage our patients.
Our therapists are united in the belief that, with the help of a compassionate care team, a long-term treatment plan, and suitable.
Mental illness and addiction are not choices, so you shouldn’t have to live with them. Giving you the tools to slowly return to the person.
Whereas mental disorders and substance/alcohol use disorders can occur alone, research indicates that more often.
MEDICAL DETOX
MEDICAL DETOX whether you’re breaking free from the shackles of ecstasy, opioid, cannabis, alcohol addiction and other substances.
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AFTERCARE PROGRAM
Our support doesn’t end as we wave you out of our doors. Instead, we view our partnership as a lifelong alliance, with our friendly team.
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GROUP THERAPY
We understand that, for many, opening up in front of a group of people isn’t easy. So at Safe Places, we encourage our patients.
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INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Our therapists are united in the belief that, with the help of a compassionate care team, a long-term treatment plan, and suitable.
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REHABILITATION
Mental illness and addiction are not choices, so you shouldn’t have to live with them. Giving you the tools to slowly return to the person.
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DUAL DIAGNOSIS
Whereas mental disorders and substance/alcohol use disorders can occur alone, research indicates that more often.
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Why Choose Us
WE ARE ON YOUR TEAM
You don’t have to suffer in silence. We are here for Your healing journey Start here by giving you the tools to live the life you deserve.
About us
Starting Out
Established in 2017 in the conducive environment of Kyambogo, we are an expert-led
mental, Neurological and addiction treatment centre with a holistic approach.
With a diverse in-house team comprising of psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social
workers, clinicians, Mental Health Nurses, counsellors, Varied Therapists and
Addiction counsellors, we possess the expertise and resources to manage a broad
range of Mental Health issues, opening the door to holistic recovery. We are a safe
place for persons suffering from mental illness and addiction. A safe place where you
come first.
- We Are the difference
- Serene setting
- Weekly AA Meetings
- Monthly Mentorship sessions from recovering addicts
We are the difference
Believing In Second Chances
Combatting the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, and offering new age
evidence-based patient-centred care, we strive to be the difference we want to see.
It’s our calling to use our voice to show people everywhere that mental health matters.
individuals with mental illness and addictions deserve a second chance at life. Seeking
help isn’t a sign of weakness. Instead, it’s an act of courage.
QUALITY. It's in our DNA
We Don't Settle For Good - We Chase Excellence.
At Safe Places, we never underestimate the power of getting it ‘right’ with our Bio-
psychosocial treatment model ranging from intense Psycho-therapy to medical
interventions in a therapeutic environment for your initial recovery experience; we set
you up for long-term success. It may not be easy, but it will be worth every moment.
- Guaranteed privacy
- Serene setting
- Weekly AA Meetings
- Monthly Mentorship sessions from recovering addicts
Our Experienced Staff
Our staff come with a wealth of experience in their respective domains. Each of them with years of clinical experience having worked at hospitals, corporates or as entrepreneurs.
Janet Kantarama
B.A Industrial Psychology, MS. Psychology
Executive Director
Wilfred Kwebiiha
BIOP, Msc. Psychology, PGD. Human Resources Management
Director , Finance and Administration
Dr. Emmanuel Mpamizo
MBChB, M.Med
Senior Consultant – Psychiatrist
Dr. Sharon Kezabu
MBChB, M.Med
Clinical Supervisor
Sheilla Kukunda
B.A. Community Psychology, Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychologist
Mrs. Confidence Asiimwe Nkurunungi
M.A. Counselling Psychology
Senior Counsellor
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FAQ'S
Frequently Asked Questions
We will never keep you in our care for longer than necessary. Examined on a case-by-case,
we will monitor your progress, analyse how your thought patterns have evolve.
Committed to treating all addictions, we will ensure nobody gets left behind. From nicotine, alcohol, drugs, gambling (betting), and food, to pornography, we have the expertise and resources to kick-start your next chapter.
To us, it’s not enough to help you become disease and addiction-free. We want you to return to your day-to-day with a renewed approach, where the soaring quality of life and healthy relationships merge with the tools to handle whatever life throws your way. At our core, we want to shape productive members of society – happy, fulfilled, and accomplished.
Our treatments are as unique as our patients, weaving your goals, preferences, and quirks through your care plan. That said, most of our patients require a combination of talking therapy and medication and medical detoxes for those with substance abuse disorders.
We will never keep you in our care for longer than necessary. Examined on a case-by-case basis, we will monitor your progress, analyse how your thought patterns have evolved, and determine your risk level before identifying an appropriate length of stay. Length of stay generally varies from 30 to 60 days for a short to medium stay and 180 days for a long-term stay.
Absolutely! Whereas we believe there shouldn’t be a stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, we are bound by our ethical obligations of confidentiality and wholeheartedly understand that some of our patients want their recovery to remain private. Therefore, we will only share with whomever you authorise us to share with.
We boast of experienced, fully trained professionals who reflect our core values, whether that’s nurses, social workers, clinicians, counsellors, psychiatrists, psychologists, or other specialists. As representatives of Safe Places, each team member must bring rich knowledge, serious attention to detail, and innate compassion for our patients.
Yes, and No. Healing is as individual as the sickness. Person A may heal completely, while Person B may not heal entirely but recover to a better health status than before. There are various contributing factors to one’s healing journey. They may range from differences in the particular longevity of disease, severity of illness, time of intervention, type of intervention, comorbid conditions, and environment, among others. It’s a personal journey that we are glad to walk with you.
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We will never keep you in our care for longer than necessary. Examined on a case-by-case,
we will monitor your progress, analyse how your thought patterns have evolve.
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