Inpatient Therapy

What to expect in group therapy

Group therapy is generally a small group of patients who meet on a regular basis to discuss their feelings and problems, and provide mutual support. Unlike self-help support groups, our sessions are guided by a professional therapist who is trained in group therapy. 

The therapist acts as moderator and may suggest a 'theme' or topic for your group's discussion. Sometimes, the therapist will allow group members to pick the topic for the session.

Within the group therapy setting, you will try to replace your old behaviour with newer, more productive ways. Interaction and discussion within the group is encouraged, and you will also undertake specific activities to address your fears and concerns.

During a hospital admission, inpatients can attend a weekly schedule of dynamic and innovative psycho-educational sessions, art and creative expression, music therapy and exercise. 

Participation and attendance is required.

Inpatient addictions program

The Addictions program is group-based and commences at 8:30am with a community meeting followed by psycho-education groups.  

These groups run throughout the day at 9:00am, 10:30am and 1:00pm.  

There is also an evening program which introduces you to AA/NA and the 12-step program.  Attendance to all groups in this program is compulsory once you have completed your detoxifcation.  Attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.

The Addictions program runs as an abstinence-based consequence program which means there are certain behaviours that could result in you being discharged from the Clinic. This includes:

• the use of alcohol or any drugs that have not been prescribed by your treating Psychiatrist (including over the counter medications such as cold and flu tablets)
• bringing any illicit substances into the Clinic or onto the premises
• supplying any substance to another patient
• any aggressive or violent behaviours towards staff, other patients or property
• developing intimate relationships with a co-patient

Inpatient anxiety program

The Anxiety program is group based and commences at 8:30am with a community meeting followed by psycho education groups.  

These groups run throughout the day at 9:00am, 10:30am and 1:00pm.  

There is an expectation that you will attend all groups in this program as part of your treatment plan. If you are unable to attend a group it is necessary to inform the group facilitator as attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.  

There are other optional groups for you to attend. This includes yoga and meditation, Tai Chi, personal training and music therapy.  You can also go for walks once you have been granted approval from you Psychiatrist. We recommend you make the most of these groups and attend as regularly as possible, as they play an integral part in our holistic approach to your treatment and recovery.

Inpatient mood program

The Mood program is group based and commences at 8:30am with a community meeting followed by psycho education groups.  

These groups run throughout the day at 9:00am, 10:30am and 1:00pm.  

There is an expectation that you will attend all groups in this program as part of your treatment plan.  If you are unable to attend a group it is necessary to inform the group facilitator as attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.  

There are other optional groups for you to attend. This includes yoga and meditation, Tai Chi, personal training and music therapy.  You can also go for walks once you have been granted approval from you Psychiatrist.  We recommend you make the most of these groups and attend as regularly as possible, as they play an integral part in our holistic approach to your treatment and recovery.