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Wonderful – absolutely the best decision I could have made – on my way to healing with all the tools I received from RVM. Definitely recommend to anyone.

It is a balanced approach to recovery/change. The programme helps a lot and the environment with walks and weekend outings brought the child back to me. I was able to know and befriend myself again and I am able to hope again for a great future.

I am a changed person leaving here – a better one I might add.

The experience was like, a team of people understanding each other, pulling together to the common goal, which was exactly what should be happening

I found a sense of security, camaraderie and real people, who were open and easy to talk to. The experience was great, I’m sad to be leaving.

A safe and professional environment to be in. I felt all my needs were met to the utmost

I really enjoyed it – top notch place – will come back anytime. “Any jobs for me here?”

The programme is exceptionally good and effective. Especialy to me, as I was open to healing.

I found group therapy very useful. It was a great way to exchange experiences. We learn a lot from one another.

I have during my lifetime experienced & observed a lot of nurses practicing their skills. With no doubt all the nursing staff were of the highest standard. The compassion and interaction between client and nurse was extraordinarily good. They are the best! Thank you.

Talking to Maryke was like talking to an old friend. This enabled me to relax and open up to her very easily. I have not experienced this with any previous psychologists before.

I enjoyed every moment of being here even though there where sad times I felt better and stronger mentally, physically every day.

I was never one to talk out in groups before but Riverview and the fellow clients made me feel comfortable to express my feelings. It really has made a huge difference in my ongoing recovery.

I've been going to psychologists and psychiatrists for the last 5 years in my life and I have never addressed or realised as many issues in my life as I have with Catherine (clinical psychologist) in the last 3 sessions.

They were all great! I had no issues or bad feelings. I really felt like everybody actually cared and it never felt like I was just another tweaker. Thank you.

Riverview Manor is the ideal place for anyone looking to recover. The programme is outstanding & the surroundings are picturesque & spectacular.

The programme seems to be effective. Whilst most clients find the first couple of days very hard once you get into the routine you benefit greatly from the structure & program.

Riverview Manor has a very balanced programme from lectures to food to staff. It provides a safe environment in which one can heal.

Doctor very old school but good. Dietician and physio lovely and highly informative. Psychologists create a reliable team. Everyone knows your issues due to daily meetings.

It was fantastic. Keep up the good job and I will definetly recommend it to a friend

(Individual therapy) Extremely helpful & constructive. The personal approach of all the staff and for me, Catherine (clinical psychologist), made a big difference compared to therapy I had received from psychologists in private practice.

(The Relapse-Prevention Programme) was a very important part of the programme for me becuase it opened my eyes to triggers that I didn't even know I had! Further more learning how to identify and disarm triggers was valuable to know in order to maintain the strength of my recovery.

The programme is amazing . I have learned more in 28 days than in my whole life. Every staff member lifts you up and supports you.

I came here (to Riverview Manor) broken, and through your commitment and counselling I am leaving a new positive Jeanine with a new lease on life!

This facility is amazing. My experience here has been on a personal level very tough but the support I have recieved and the comfort I have felt all the way through to my very last day has been amazing and is what makes Riverview stand out above all the rest.

(The Step-programme) is the hardest programme - having to dig deep into my problem was very emotional & very difficult. I would not have recovered without this step. Very hard but so necessary.

I really enjoyed my sessions with Maryke (counselling psychologist). She is an excellent psychologist that really played a big role in my recovery process. My therapy was insightful, supportive, and gave me a lot of guidance.

I found Maryke (counselling psychologist) to be an excellent and highly professional psychologist. My therapy with her was the major mile stone in my recovery.

"Life Skills" were done very well and I repeated the classes because I enjoyed it. Goals is what I will be setting myself every week. The lectures regarding assertivness stood out for me.

This was my second chance at life! Riverview gave me roots, which have given me branches, which will let me stretch and grow to reach new heights.

The relapse-prevention programme is a vital component of the programme as I believe being made aware of the triggers/high risk factors etc, are vital to my recovery.

I loved the horse riding and Saturday outings.

Andre (clinical psychologist) was fantastic, giving great advice and a good listener. I would highly recommend him to anybody who has a problem, whatever it may be.

(Group Therapy) I learned that I am not the only one. I also learned from others how they are dealing with their problems which brought me some relief.

(Individual therapy) Essential for my recovery. Regressing to past trauma was liberating and allowed me to forgive, which was essential for me to recover. Catherine (clinical psychologist) was caring and very patient with me.

The nursing staff are exceptional.

Life changing. Riverview Manor created an environment in which I could shape the rest of my life . The experience for me carries so many thoughts and emotions, for which mere words could not explain. Thank you.

The sessions were executed with great sensitivity & professionalism. The family session coupled with the individual sessions really strengthened my recovery process.

Safe, supportive, became my home from home. I enjoyed the structure and routine.

I had no idea that the (nursing) staff would be so kind & friendly. It was a wonderful surprise. In many ways they are the heart of the programme. Thank you!

Was eye opening and an experience I will take with me forever. Thank you Riverview Manor.

Never experienced a stay like this, (I) was always in hospital and always got my way which never helped me. Everyone here was very professional and treated you like an adult.

Wonderful. I would recommend it to anyone needing a rehab facility.

I loved the step-programme. It helped me to see deep within myself, the wrong I did and how I can change and make amends with my past.

The individual therapy was great, I felt I could really open up to my psych, she helped me alot.

The staff are so in tune with everything that it actually makes you realise that its not just professionalism, but also real loving & caring individuals doing what they love.

They (the nursing staff) are lovely, always helped me with a smile. They are always there if you need them.

Brilliant recovery centre wouldn't have choosen a better place for me to recover.

How did you experience the clinical team? Wonderful 10/10.

I am ready & determined in that with the knowledge I now have I can tackle my addiction, get my life back and begin my recovery process.

I consider it a privilege to have stayed at Riverview Manor & thank you all for my "incredible journey"

This place (Riverview Manor) is great! I will recommend it to anyone. In fact I am going to for anyone in need.

The Relapse-Prevention Programme: Being made aware of triggers and coping mechanisims while still in the safety of rehab must surely be a great advantage. I have made notes of my warning signs in my journal and will share them with my partner so that she can also be aware.

Group therapy: It was nice to hear other people's stories and it helped me to know that I wasn't going through a difficult time alone. There were people who understood.

A place you could shut the outside world out and focus fully on your problem and emotions. A safe place to get you back on track.

The Medical Lectures: “Dr Leon – Baie dankie – Alles was so interessant en ek het baie geleer. Die twee lesse oor Depressie het my soveel gehelp.”

Individual Therapy: “I felt he (Andre Brink) was the right psychologist for me – firm and fair, and he has the knack of knowing when one is hiding something!! Couldn’t have asked for anyone better"