- Clients are assessed by a Clinical Counsellor and orientated into the program
- If required, clients may also be medically assessed by an Addiction Specialist Doctor to aid with the physical side effects of withdrawal
- An individually tailored and realistic goal setting plan is established
- Clients are supported through the process of understanding what addiction is (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Love, Food) and the breaking of denial
- Education on the disease concept is provided along with the medical, psychological and physical aspects of addiction
Addiction Treatment for Alcohol, Drugs and Gambling
Alcohol
Alcoholism, excess drinking, binge drinking or having a drinking problem is all the same thing. Can’t control how much and how often you are drinking?
Drugs
From street drugs to prescription painkillers, thousands of Australians face the social, economic and physical consequences of drug addiction every day.
Gambling
Compulsive gambling or gambling addiction occurs when a person continues to gamble despite the increasing amount of negative consequences.
Our Intensive Treatment Approach
Stage 1: Identification of the Problem
Stage 2: Self Discovery
- Personal discovery and understanding of how addiction affects the client
- Confronting the reality of dependency
- Impact of addiction on behaviours and personal values
- Impact of addiction on cognitive function, distortions, and emotional responses
- Exploring options, actions have consequences
Stage 3: Solution Focused
- Cognitive and emotional strategies to deal with addiction are addressed
- In depth exploration of 12 step philosophies and practice
- Introduction to 12 step groups, fellowship and sponsorship
- Building self-awareness and understanding
- Development of coping skills and action plans
Stage 4: Aftercare
- Relapse prevention and triggers
- Dealing with ego, resentment, self-pity and fear
- Establishment and maintenance of links with community support groups
- Development of an ongoing Aftercare Plan with the support of the Clinical Team