OUR CENTRES
HERITAGE COUNSELING
Located in the peaceful surroundings of Sintra, designed to ensure a rapid integration and a culture of trust.
The Heritage Counseling is in a high-quality building where refinement and good taste combine with a comfort above average. Several features and facilities were specially integrated to assure the perfect conditions for physical, emotional, and mental healing.
A TV living room, with pool table, and an equipped gym, are some of the common areas. Outside, we offer 4 acres of gardens and green zones, with a swimming pool and more than 5000 m2 of lawns suitable for all kinds of activities.
》   Expat-friendly – support in English, in a multicultural environment
》   Only 13 patients at the same time – assuring focus and dedication from our therapeutic team
》   At a 30-minute drive from Lisbon Airport
》   Privacy and discretion – Absolute confidentiality in a premium location
HORIZONTE RECOVER
Located in a serene environment, Horizonte Recover is designed to foster deep healing and personal renewal.
It is set in a traditional Portuguese manor house, full of character. Having been recently renewed and redecorated, rooms and common areas offer all the necessary features for a smooth adaptation and comfortable stay. All carefully designed to facilitate the healing of the body, mind and spirit.
Located in Sintra, at a 20-minute drive from Lisbon, this clinic offers wide gardens, swimming pool and an equipped gym. Common areas also include the patio and the TV room.
And, for our international patients, our therapeutic sessions are provided both in Portuguese and English.
》 Expat-friendly – support in Portuguese and English, in a multicultural environment
》 Only 21 patients at the same time – assuring focus and dedication from our therapeutic team
》 At a 30-minute drive from Lisbon Airport
》 Privacy and discretion – Absolute confidentiality in a premium location
HALFWAY SAFEHOUSE
The second phase of our treatment journey
Located in a quiet neighborhood, at a 20-minute drive from Lisbon, and a short distance from our other centres, our Halfway house is the bridge to a new life. It is set in a traditional Portuguese detached house, with a front courtyard and porch. The picturesque backyard, with some fruit trees, is ideal for some outdoor activities, such as gardening or small agriculture.
Built on the true spirit of a therapeutic community, this transitional living facility provides added support to address other areas of recovery and dedicate more time to build a new life plan. Empowering recovery through safe & structured living, comprehensive relapse prevention support, and a steadfast focus on independence & accountability.
And, for our international patients, our therapeutic sessions are provided both in Portuguese and English.
》 Expat-friendly – support in Portuguese and English, in a multicultural environment
》 Only 12 patients at the same time
》 At a 30-minute drive from Lisbon Airport
》 Privacy and discretion – Absolute confidentiality
note: We do not share images of our safehouse on our website, as protecting the privacy and dignity of the individuals we support remains a core priority. As they enter this second phase, community engagement and integration are central to our mission — and the anonymity of the space is essential to building that trust.
What makes the 2nd Phase at The Beginning unique?
Structured Autonomy: Patients manage their own schedules, budget, and daily needs while still having therapeutic support from 9 am to 5 pm.
Real-World Integration: Using public transport, attending local self-help meetings, and organizing group outings to build social skills.
Purpose through Service: Our patients give back through volunteering— thus supporting local community, in a controlled environment.
Future Planning: Whether it’s returning to studies at local international schools or crafting a solid relapse prevention plan, we ensure the exit is as structured as the entry.