Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Communications Director & Editorial Lead

Victoria McCann, BA, MSc, is Communications Director & Editorial Lead at Castle Craig and a member of the clinic’s founding family. With over a decade of experience in addiction treatment communications, she leads the creation of clear, compassionate content that supports patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Victoria is committed to reducing stigma around addiction and mental health, and brings strategic insight and lived sector knowledge to her work. She regularly attends and organises addiction treatment conferences across the UK and Europe, promoting high standards of care and best practice in the field. Victoria also works with the media to raise awareness and share informed perspectives on addiction and recovery. The Herald, The Times, BBC, STV, The Times, New York Post, The Guardian.

Meet the Team

Staff at Smarmore Castle, Ireland Rehabilitation begins with people, which is why our most unique resource is our staff of caring and deeply committed individuals. Smarmore Castle has a multidisciplinary team with addiction specialists in our medical and nursing departments, therapists who specialise in addiction, admissions staff, fitness staff and staff who provide hospitality and […]

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Careers at Smarmore Castle, Addiction Treatment Centre Ireland

Help Change Lives If you are a talented healthcare professional in Ireland who is passionate about helping people recover from alcoholism, drug misuse, gambling and other addictions, then join us! When it comes to job satisfaction, it doesn’t get much more rewarding than working at Smarmore Castle, Ireland. Working at Smarmore Castle you will see […]

Getting Here

By Air Smarmore Castle private clinic is within easy reach of Dublin and Belfast; we are happy to collect patients from both international airports by prior arrangement. Both Dublin and Belfast airports run daily flights from most destinations in the UK, including London and Edinburgh. Aer Lingus and Ryanair are the principal airlines of Dublin airport.  […]

Confidential Phone Line

For more information about the admissions process, or treatment at Smarmore Castle alcohol and drugs rehab centre, please call our confidential phone lines: You’re welcome to call our team anytime We strive to offer as much information as possible over the phone at all times. However, please note that the level of information we can […]

Formal Opening of Smarmore Castle Addiction Clinic

Thursday 30th June 2016 The formal opening of Smarmore Castle Private Clinic, for the treatment of alcohol and drug addictions, took place on Wednesday 29th June 2016.  The clinic was opened by the Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, Fra’ Matthew Festing. Archbishop Eamon Martin of Armagh joined the opening party and gave […]

Smarmore Castle Hosts First Open Day

Smarmore Castle Private Clinic Hosting Open Day Thursday 19th May 2016 Smarmore Castle Private Clinic is hosting its first open day today with a keynote speech by internationally renowned Consultant Psychiatrist, Professor Jonathan Chick. Smarmore Castle Private Clinic has been offering specialist in-patient treatment for people with alcoholism, drug addiction, gambling addiction and other addictions […]

Media Interviews on Addiction

Media Interviews about Addiction We are happy to provide a range of services to the media looking for: Media Enquiries Our communications team is available to assist journalists, researchers, and media professionals with enquiries about Smarmore Castle, our treatment programs, and our expert opinions on addiction and recovery. We aim to provide accurate, timely, and […]

Opening of Smarmore Castle Private Clinic

Smarmore Castle Private Clinic, a new 22-bed residential rehabilitation clinic, opens in December 2015 in the Republic of Ireland. It is the third residential clinic to be opened by Peter and Dr. Margaret Ann McCann. Their first two clinics – Clouds House, and Castle Craig, have gone on to achieve great acclaim for consistently high […]

Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance

Peace of Mind Smarmore Castle Private Clinic’s medical and clinical practice is governed by clinical protocols and procedures. Our main clinical governance objectives are: Smarmore Castle’s medical team is led by Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Orlagh McCambridge. CHKS Accreditation Smarmore Castle has been awarded a major international accreditation recognising Excellence in International Best Practice, Legislation and […]

The Treatment Model at Smarmore Castle

Our Approach At Smarmore Castle, our treatment model is designed to offer comprehensive, evidence-based care for people struggling with addiction and related mental health conditions. Grounded in compassion, medical excellence, and recovery-focused therapy, our approach is tailored to the needs of each patient – supporting long-term healing through structured, person-centred care. Our experience has shown […]

Heavy Drinking and Alcoholism Among the Elderly

Today’s elderly drink more heavily than previous generations. Alcohol is the substance most likely to be abused by pensioners. Retirement is a big life change that can leave some feeling unfulfilled, bored or lonely. Growing older is associated with the onset of several serious life changes such as loss of family and friends, and deteriorating […]

Addiction Problems Among the Elderly

Drug Addiction Rehab for Over 65s People aged 65 and over experience a number of difficult life changes. These can include retirement, the death of a spouse, friends or family, deteriorating health, and impaired mobility. When faced with these issues, it is not uncommon for elderly people to turn to alcohol or prescription drugs as […]