Birchwood House offers extended care addiction recovery in a welcoming home environment designed to help clients establish solid foundations for lasting sobriety. Located in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the facility has developed a distinctive program that incorporates elements of the Minnesota Model while moving beyond traditional 12-Step approaches. Instead, their therapeutic framework integrates motivational interviewing, existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and humanistic principles to address the complex nature of addiction recovery. The program follows a structured three-phase approach. During Phase 1, clients participate in daily group therapy and twice-weekly individual counseling, with regular access to psychologists for specialized clinics and seminars. Phase 2 facilitates gradual reintegration into daily life through off-site volunteering or employment opportunities. For those requiring additional support, Phase 3 provides sober living accommodations with continued therapy and evening group sessions. Birchwood incorporates what they call "Rehab Tourism" into their recovery program, offering adventure activities including hiking, bungee jumping, surfing at Jeffreys Bay, safaris, and visits to Elephant National Park. The upscale two-story residence features comfortable furnishings, a deck, and an outdoor pool where clients can relax and reflect. This combination of comprehensive therapeutic support and experiential activities in a beautiful setting creates a unique and holistic approach to addiction recovery.