Answer 6 honest questions. We'll tell you what they mean — and whether there's a path out that doesn't involve an in-patient facility or going cold turkey alone.
No judgement — just helps us understand your situation.
"I nearly didn't bother — I thought I wasn't bad enough to need help. Turns out that's exactly who this is for."
— Mark, 47, Bristol · completed the programme
Your answers are private and never shared. Takes about 2 minutes.
Think of your usual evening, not your worst night.
Roughly - there's no wrong answer here.
This helps us understand what kind of support would be most useful.
Most people who come to Clean Slate have tried to stop before. Willpower isn't the problem - it's that alcohol physically rewires the brain over time. That's why our approach is medical, not motivational.
¹ Independent evaluation, University of Sydney
Not what you think you should say - what actually comes to mind.
This helps us understand what level of medical support you might need. There's no wrong answer.
If you're currently experiencing withdrawal symptoms - shaking, sweating, confusion - call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
Enter your name and email and we'll show you whether our programme is right for your situation - and exactly what to expect if it is.
Private and never shared. Privacy policy
Every success story here started where you are now.
A free 15-minute call with our team is where you'll get clarity on whether it's right for you.
A member of our team will talk through your drinking, your health, and what you're hoping for, and answer any questions about how the programme works. If it feels like the right fit for you, they'll explain how to join — from there, you'll complete an assessment form and be matched with one of our clinicians for your first appointment. The 15-minute call itself is a conversation, not a commitment.
That's fine — you'll get a cancellation link and can step away at any point. We'd rather you take the call when you're ready than feel cornered into something that isn't the right fit.
Your employer doesn't need to know. For safety, if having a medicated detox, we do ask you to nominate one close friend or family member as a support person during detox week, and we recommend you inform your GP — they hold your full medical record and good communication keeps you safer. Beyond that, your privacy is absolute: no clinic visits, no group sessions, no disclosures without your consent.
We're a private, confidential service. Anything noted on your GP record follows standard NHS confidentiality rules — it isn't routinely visible to employers or insurers. If you have specific concerns about insurance or occupational implications, raise them on the call and we'll talk you through exactly what would and wouldn't appear on your record.
We strongly encourage taking detox week itself off — the medication makes driving unsafe, and you'll recover better with space to focus on the change. For the rest of the 12 months, you work as normal.
That's worth a conversation. We start with your goals, whether that's abstinence or moderation and co-design a plan that fits your life. The call itself isn't a commitment to anything. Many people book it just to get clarity on where they are and what options exist.
Important: If you're currently experiencing withdrawal symptoms like shaking, sweating, or confusion, please call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
One of our clinical team will take time to understand your specific situation and help you find the right next step - whether that's our programme or something else entirely.
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