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Montrose Manor, the latest addition to the Montrose family, furthers
the Montrose vision to become a world-leader in the treatment of
addictions, eating disorders and compulsive behaviours, governed by
the highest standards of evidence-based practice.
Montrose Manor is a specialised retreat, with a unique programme
designed to provide exceptional treatment and clinical care for clients
suffering from anorexia, bulimia, compulsive over-eating and other
forms of disordered eating.
South Africa’s premier extendedcare retreat specialising in
the treatment of eating disorders.
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We believe that every individual has the capacity to live a
fully empowered life, making effective choices for optimal
physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual health.
With this belief we aim to help our clients to attain freedom
from the painful, self-destructive behaviours associated
with eating disorders.
WE BELIEVE
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Surrounded by acres of garden and located in the exclusive suburb of Bishopscourt, Cape Town, Montrose Manor
boasts the unrivalled combination of a luxurious environment, world-class facilities and an exceptional ‘step-forward’
clinical programme.
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With a homely atmosphere and gentle clinical
ethos, treatment at Montrose Manor is
less institutional than the standard primary
in-patient eating disorder facility and it is,
therefore, the ideal setting for extended care.
Our experienced staff encourages healing
through awareness; helping clients to
focus on their relationship with themselves,
with others, and with their environment.
A holistic, mindfulness-based programme
such as this encourages reconnection with
the core self, immeasurably increasing the
client’s quality of life, and chance of a full
and lasting recovery.
an introductionto the
montrose manorprogramme
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Eating disorders are thought to be caused, and
perpetuated, by a complex constellation of
issues including genetics, environmental factors,
traumatic events and concurrent psychological
problems; depression, anxiety, obsessive-
compulsive disorder or addiction.
The acts of food restriction, binge eating, purging
and excessive exercise can be viewed as
an attempt to control and cope with internal
sources of conflict and stress.
- To offer treatment at a critical phase of the client’s recovery –
providing a crucial bridge between primary in patient care and
a return to their homes and lives. As such our principal objective
is to introduce clients to a path of self-sustainable recovery.
- To promote re-integration into healthy community living by
encouraging clients to take increasing responsibility for their
own recovery within a safe and nurturing home-like space that
is conducive to personal growth.
- To utilise a variety of group and individual therapies that attend
to the complicated issues underlying eating disorders; with a strong
focus on exposure therapy, re-entry issues and relapse prevention.
Eating disorders are chronic, relapsing problems
and treatment requires addressing long-standing
maladaptive patterns of behaviour. Having
established a regular eating schedule and dealt
with any critical associated medical concerns in
primary care we assist our clients in utilizing
the plethora of treatment modalities available
at Montrose Manor to explore key personal
issues relating to their illness.
ABOUT eating disorders PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
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Our highly skilled team of mental health and nursing professionals are
experienced in the presentation of eating disorders as primary or secondary
processes, and are trained to manage dual diagnoses or concurrent/
co-morbid disorders. On admission a psychiatrist will evaluate all clients;
thereafter a comprehensive treatment protocol is established. Each client
is then assigned a counsellor who will manage their programme, seeing
the client a minimum of twice weekly for individual counselling.
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Self-awareness groups
- Body image groups
- Special focus groups exploring a variety of topics including gender, bereavement, trauma, sexuality and spirituality
- Life skills groups focusing on a variety of topics including relationships, communication skills, assertiveness, conflict
and anger management, co-dependency, understanding and coping with criticism, handling stress and anxiety
and self-esteem and self-concept enhancement
- Workshops exploring emotions and boundary setting
- Expression workshops using clay, collage, music and art
- Experiential therapy; psychodrama, role play, outdoor activities
- Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
- An exploration of the 12-Step principles in relation to eating disorders, including workshops on coping with fear,
guilt and shame
- “Food and Me” nutritional groups
- Individual weekly sessions with the dietician
- Meal planning groups
- Psycho-educational lectures
- Attendance of fellowship meetings/external support groups
PHASE ONETHE TREATMENT
PROGRAMME
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- Weekly restaurant outings
- Groups exploring trauma and family of origin issues
- Self-directed reading and reflection to encourage personal growth
- Relaxation and recreation
- The Wellness Programme
- Planning and preparation of house meals
- Continue to attend weekly fellowship meetings / support groups, have a sponsor and meet with him / her at least
once a week
- Continue to attend a certain number of therapeutic / programme groups
- Take increasing responsibility for the planning and preparation of house meals
The focus at this stage of treatment is on re-entry and relapse prevention. All clients in Phase Three will also have access
to assessments for career guidance and an “Imago” image consultant who will offer guidance on clothing and
personal presentation.
PHASE TWO
PHASE THREE
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The nutritional programme at Montrose Manor
strives to incorporate the latest medical and
nutritional findings and recommendations.
Depending on the phase of treatment, and
under the guidance of our dietician, clients
will be encouraged to take responsibility for
the planning and preparation of daily meals.
They will eventually be taken on regular
restaurant outings and food shopping trips.
PROGRAMMENUTRITIONAL
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THE WELLNESS PROGRAMME
Towards the end of Phase One each client’s current
relationship with exercise is explored, and a goal
is defined as to how s/he would like that relationship
to develop. Montrose Manor’s wellness facilities
include a swimming pool, walking trails, yoga
and Pilates classes.
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Our family programme consists of individual counselling with a specialist family counsellor, family sessions with
an eating disorders expert and family counsellor, group counselling and interactive psycho-educational lectures.
The family will have the opportunity to explore new ways of communicating feelings and needs, understanding
and setting healthy boundaries, developing and renewing intimacy and overcoming problems that have arisen from
broken lines of communication.
Relapse is common (although not inevitable) so clients and family can discuss vulnerabilities together and develop
a relapse prevention plan to refer to when the client is discharged.
THE FAMILY PROGRAMME
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The multi-disciplinary team consists of the following in-houseand /or consulting professionals:
At Montrose Stables, a short drive
from Montrose Manor, clients have
the opportunity to participate in
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
sessions.
EAP is an experiential treatment
process, which consists of clear
and concrete tasks that motivate
the client and address a variety
of human development issues.
montrose stables
The EquineAssisted
PsychotherapyProgramme
- Psychiatrist
- Clinical Psychologist
- Dietician
- Occupational Therapist
- Drama Therapist
- Art Therapist
- Psychotherapist
- Counsellor
- 24hr Nursing Personnel
- Wellness Programme Coordinator
- Yoga/ Pilates Instructor
- Equine Assisted Psychotherapist
the clinical team
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Please read more about our staff on the loose inserts at the back of the brochure.
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admission criteria- Clients must be 18 years or older, and may be of either gender.
- We expect clients to have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 16.5 or higher. In the case of a BMI lower than 16.5 (an extra-
ordinary case may be made) a physician’s assessment and evidence of a stabilized eating routine is required before
admission will be considered.
- Clients must have done a form of primary treatment/intervention, and be referred by their counsellor, psychotherapist,
psychiatrist or primary care treatment center; with a formal letter of referral. The client must, additionally, be deemed
medically fit by a medical doctor.
- Blood tests, including Full Blood Count; Electrolytes, Urea and Creatinine; Liver Function Test and TSH must be sent
to Montrose Manor PRIOR TO ADMISSION.
- The client must agree to being transferred to a local primary care facility should s/he begin to purge or restrict, such
that weight loss, or an inability to engage in the programme, occurs.
- A minimum of two months treatment, preferably three, must be agreed to prior to admission.
- For clients in recovery from a concurrent chemical dependence; in the event of a relapse prior to or during admission,
s/he will be referred to a medical facility to detoxify for a minimum of 48hrs.
- All clients will be expected to complete an assessment questionnaire.
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As a therapist or professional it is critical
to understand both the Montrose Manor
admissions process, and the foundation
of our treatment programme.
We believe that your involvement is
essential to the ongoing recovery of your
client and we are committed to regular
communication with you throughout the
treatment process, thereby providing
a smooth transition for your client back to
their primary therapist at the end of their
stay at Montrose Manor.
WE ARE COMMITTEDto Professional Partnerships
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Montrose Manor is a turn-of-the-century
manor house, lying adjacent to the
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, with clear
views of Table Mountain. A combination
of elegant, designer-styled interiors and
antique furnishings befit both the location
and the house’s history.
The Residence
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M. +44 (0) 782 574 4182
F. +44 (0) 207 323 3136
E. jgriffin@montroseplace.co.za
Please telephone or email Jo Griffin for further information and a prompt and confidential response to your enquiry at:
Montrose. 47 Devonshire Street. London, W1G 7AW. United Kingdom
- Advice regarding admission
- Assistance in organising assessments, clinical evaluation and referral prior to admission to Montrose Manor
- Accompanying clients to Montrose Manor
- Aftercare for clients returning to the UK after treatment at Montrose Manor
- Support for relatives, friends and associates of our clients prior to, for the duration of, and after treatment
- Seminars and events for Montrose Manor alumni, new clients and the professional community
Montrose is a member of Leading Health Care International (LHCI)and European Association for the Treatment of Addiction (EATA)