For UK Residents
Retreat from the UK
A therapeutic alternative to UK private mental health care. Clinical depth at a fraction of Priory Group prices, with direct flights and English-speaking staff.
Why UK Residents Choose Thailand
If you have explored private mental health care in the UK, you already know the landscape: NHS waiting lists that stretch for months, private therapy at £100–£180 per hour (often limited to one session per week), and residential facilities like the Priory Group charging £5,000–£10,000+ per week.
At Silkworth, a fully inclusive month – accommodation, all meals, multiple therapy sessions per week, EMDR, group work, mindfulness, and 24/7 support – costs from GBP 2,224. Not per week. Per month.
This is not about cutting corners. It is about the cost-of-living difference between the UK and Thailand, which means your money buys significantly more therapeutic support here than it does at home.
UK-Specific Information
Cost Comparison
A typical UK private therapist charges £120–£180/hour for one session per week. At Silkworth, the equivalent per-therapy-hour cost (see full pricing) – across 1:1, EMDR, group, and mindfulness sessions – is a fraction of this. And you receive daily support, not weekly.
Direct Flights
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Bangkok take approximately 11 hours. Airlines including BA, Thai Airways, and EVA Air operate daily. Budget options are available with one stop via the Middle East (Emirates, Qatar, Etihad).
English-Speaking Team
All clinical staff at Silkworth are native English speakers or are fluent in English. Therapeutic work is conducted in English. You will not face any language barriers in your care.
GP & NHS Coordination
We provide a clinical summary at the end of your stay that you can share with your GP. If you are on NHS waiting lists, a stay at Silkworth can provide the intensive support you need while you wait. We do not replace NHS care; we complement it.
Learn more about the admissions process.Addressing Common UK Concerns
We understand the concerns UK residents have about seeking therapeutic care abroad.
- Clinical standards: Our therapists hold UK-recognised qualifications (BACP, UKCP, EMDR Association) and maintain active registration
- Flight anxiety: Many guests feel anxious about the journey. We discuss travel strategies before you book and are available by phone during your travel
- Insurance: Standard UK travel insurance covers Thailand. Check that your policy includes mental health cover for long stays
- What if I need to come home? You can leave at any time. We help arrange flights and provide clinical handover notes for your UK care team
Explore our programmes: trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, burnout recovery for professionals, and anxiety and depression support. View our all-inclusive pricing or start your enquiry.
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