The Sanctuary Lodge team
Dr. Mateen Durrani
Group Managing Psychiatrist
Dr Mateen Durrani is on the specialist register of the GMC, and is accredited as a general adult psychiatrist by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. After completing his basic training in psychiatry, he has been working as a Consultant Psychiatrist since 1995, in the NHS and the independent sector. He joined UKAT in 2014 and is the UKAT Group Medical Advisor and consultant psychiatrist at our Sanctuary Lodge treatment centre.
Dr Durrani believes that people who are alcohol or drug dependent have become neuroadapted to continuous or repeated exposure to a psychoactive substance. A manifestation of neuroadaptation is that a withdrawal syndrome may develop when substance use ceases. There are also underlying precipitating, maintaining and perpetuating factors that need to be addressed alongside detoxification for it to be successful. The primary objective of detoxification is completion of the withdrawal process with safety and comfort. This ensures that the person can cease alcohol or drug use without experiencing an uncomfortable and potentially hazardous withdrawal syndrome and enter into a therapeutic rehabilitation program, for relapse prevention.
Dr Durrani’s expertise includes:
- Inpatient detoxification and management of patients with drug(s) and alcohol dependence. This includes Opioids, Psycho-stimulants including Amphetamine, Crack-Cocaine, Benzodiazepine, legal highs and Cannabis.
- Identification and management of medical and psychosocial problems accompanying substance misuse.
- The use of drugs for preventing relapse or reducing risky behavior/harm (e.g. Methadone maintenance, anti-craving drugs Naltrexone etc.)
- Management of special populations such as women, older adults, prisoners, black and ethnic minority groups.
- Management of dual diagnoses in people with substance misuse, serious mental illness and common mental disorders.
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Jade Clark
Centre Manager – Sanctuary Lodge
Jade joined the UKAT team as an Integrative Addiction Therapist in 2022 and brings a wealth of expertise to her role. With a BA (Hons) in Integrative Therapy, she has been working in the fields of trauma, addiction, and bereavement since 2014, gaining extensive experience in group work, individual therapy, and facilitating workshops.
Her passion for the 12-step programme, dedication to relapse prevention, and solution-focused approach inspire and guide clients on their journey to recovery. These qualities, combined with her professional expertise, make her an invaluable leader in her role as Centre Manager at Sanctuary Lodge.
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Sophie Keeble
Administrator
Sophie has been working in administration for three years and is passionate about ensuring smooth operations within an organization.
She enjoys meeting new clients and assisting wherever needed, striving to ensure that Sanctuary Lodge provides a safe environment for all individuals.
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Katrina McClelland
Lead Therapist
Katrina has been a dedicated member of the Sanctuary Lodge team for approximately six years, serving in various roles that reflect her versatility and passion for helping others.
She began her journey as Head Chef, where she demonstrated a strong commitment to her work, before transitioning to the Recovery Support team and eventually joining the Therapy team, where she has thrived ever since.
Katrina takes great pride in her honesty and her unwavering dedication to supporting clients in their journey to recovery. She is deeply passionate about empowering individuals with the tools they need to break free from the chains of active addiction. Katrina firmly believes that, with the right guidance and motivation, everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve wellness and live their best life.
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Tyrone Peacock
Registered Nurse
Tyrone has over 25 years of experience within the care sector, he has worked as a Registered Nurse for over 15 years. He has worked extensively with the NHS working with critically ill clients in Intensive care, moving onto specialized in endocrinology, gastroenterology including addiction, and also as a band 6 in community rehab and admission prevention, including palliative care.
Tyrone seeks to always improve patients care and utilize the best evidenced-based practice, ensuring that Nursing care is delivered at the highest standards. Tyrone has completed a higher education certificate in care management and has recently completed a train the trainer course in Anaphylaxis.
“Nursing for me is a passion; my ethos is and will always be about providing the best possible care.”
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Julie Quiery
Bank Therapist
Julie has been working in many therapeutic settings and organisations throughout her work history specialising in Adolescents and Families in crisis. In 2011 she qualified as a psychodynamic Therapeutic Counsellor working integratively with clients experiencing bereavement, trauma, personality disorders and a full range of mental health conditions including addiction.
“I am passionate about recovery, being there for clients whilst they embark on their journeys to rediscover their authentic selves is a privilege and honour”.
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Michael Cook
Therapist
Michael has several years of varied clinical experience working in organisations and private practice.
He qualified as a transpersonal psychotherapist in 2009 and is trained in an integrative approach. He is passionate about supporting clients holistically on the road to recovery through the 12 step approach.
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Lyz Self
Head Chef
Lyzette has been working in Hospitality for over years, starting her career at the Local Bakery in Halstead at 14 years of age which led to her going on and studying Food Nutrition and is passionate about delivering healthy and sustainable meals to the clients during their stay at Sanctuary Lodge and understands that food plays a huge role in each clients healing journey to recovery.
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Tony Wilson
Chef
Tony has more than 35 years of experience in the catering industry. His work includes running his own businesses, consultancy and teaching NVQ Level 3 within the workplace.
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Leanne Duddle
Senior Support Worker
Leanne has worked within the health and mental health services for thirteen years, including five years in senior roles. Having been around addiction throughout her life, she brings a deep passion and understanding to her work, helping others find a new lease of life as they begin their journey to recovery.
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Raymond Black
Support Worker
Ray has spent over 13yrs working within residential care homes, providing support to adolescent children with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities.
Prior to that, Ray spent many years working within the financial services industry. He is excited to be joining the team at Sanctuary Lodge.
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Andrei Balmos
Recovery Support Worker
Andrei has over 8 years of experience working with challenging behaviour and within the care industry. He has worked as a team leader and wanted a change. For him addiction has always been fascinating and to help people in their journeys to recovery.
Andrei feels being king, caring and passionate are essential traits in this field, alongside strong boundaries to help people whose lives have become chaotic.
“I get to be a part of helping someone to change their life.
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Rosemary Santungwana
Recovery Support Worker
Rosemary has extensive experience working with clients with various mental health problems. She has enjoyed working with these clients, especially witnessing their journey towards full recovery and moving on to live a quality life.
Rosemary joined Sanctuary Lodge in July because she feels the organisation has similar objectives, those of supporting individuals recovering from addiction. Sanctuary Lodge clients are already benefiting from Rosemary’s strengths of being assertive, compassionate and empathic.
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Derrick Buah
Support Worker
Derrick has a strong background in supply chain management, where he honed his skills in organisation, problem-solving, and coordination. A few years ago, he made the bold decision to move to the UK to explore new opportunities and broaden his horizons.
For the past two years, Derrick has worked as a support worker, a role he finds deeply rewarding. He is passionate about helping individuals navigate challenging times and takes pride in creating a positive, supportive environment that empowers people to rebuild their independence and confidence.
Outside of work, Derrick is dedicated to personal growth and building meaningful connections. His journey has shaped his values of compassion, resilience, and the importance of being a steady source of support for others. Derrick continues to be inspired by the impact he can make in the lives of those he works with.
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Julie Bishop
Recovery Support Worker (Bank)
Julie comes from a teaching background, working mainly within secondary schools for over 20 years and also taught ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) to migrants and refugees.
Julie started working at Sanctuary Lodge as an agency support worker and joined the staff team permanently in October 2021. Julie has worked within the care industry for 6 years, she enjoys working with vulnerable adults and using her skills and experience to support individuals in treatment for addiction in their journey of recovery. Julie began her role as Senior Recovery Support Worker in July 2022.
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Wendy Andrews
Housekeeper
Wendy has been cleaning and housekeeping for many years and has now decided to dedicate her work to the social care industry where she has found she is able and willing to support the centre by taking on other roles including client support.
She is kind, polite and always found smiling. Wendy will do her utmost to make sure her housekeeping is to a high standard and takes pride in her work.
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Shane Seddon
Housekeeper
Shane has been doing housekeeping for 16+ years and has always strived to ensure the workplace is clean to a high standard. Although Shane only joined the team January 2025 he is enjoying his role and working well within the Sanctuary Lodge team.
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