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Participants were asked to describe why they wanted to attend complementary
therapy sessions. Reasons included:

To reduce drug use To decrease cravings
To maintain abstinence To learn positive coping strategies
To improve relationships To improve finances

To learn to relax To improve sleep
To reduce stress levels To improve mood

8 COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY OUTCOMES

90 complementary therapy appointments were offered over a 16 week period,
during which time 20 people used the service. Each participant was offered a 5
week block of treatments and any last minute cancellation slots were offered as
additional treatments to individuals already attending the project. Participation
was high with only 2 participants dropping out due to the personal reasons over
the duration of the project.

8.1 HOLISTIC TREATMENTS ACCESSED

Aromatherapy Massage 32
Indian Head Massage 24
Reiki 21
Auricular Acupuncture 35

Individuals were able to access more than one treatment at each
appointment. For example, some people engaging in massage also
had auricular acupuncture magnets inserted into ears for aftercare.
There was also a combination of massage and reiki.

52 Blended aromatherapy oils were also given to individuals to
incorporate into self-care support at home.