Inpatient Therapy

What to expect in group therapy

Group therapy, as the name implies, is a type of psychological therapy that is conducted with a group of people who are facing similar issues, like anxiety or addiction. 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 there is often 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.

Also provided are yoga and meditation groups held twice a week.

We have an on-site gym with an exercise physiologist. You can also go for walks once you have been granted approval from you Psychiatrist. Research has shown that exercise can improve mental well-being.

We recommend you make the most of the inpatient treatment program which is a whole person approach to your treatment and recovery.

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.

You will be allocated either a morning session or an afternoon session.

Patients attending this program have been diagnosed with an addictive disorder, specifically substance use. You are provided with education about addiction, introduced to skills from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Encouraged to practice mindfulness and focus on sobriety the key components of the program are understanding emotions, managing cravings, coping with change and relapse prevention.

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 detoxification. Attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.

The Addictions program runs as an abstinence based 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 mood and anxiety program

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

You will be allocated either a morning session or an afternoon session.

Patients attending this program have been diagnosed with a mood (for example depression, bi-polar affective disorder) or anxiety disorder (for example generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder).

Sessions provide the opportunity for you to gain an understanding of mood and anxiety disorders through psycho-education, skills building, behavioural activation and focused strategies.

Utilising Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness based approaches, you will gain the necessary psychological tools to assist with managing your illness and recovery.

Attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.

Inpatient dual diagnosis program

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

Sessions in this program are conducted in the afternoon.

This program is designed for patients who have addictions in the context of managing mood or anxiety disorders or trauma. Sessions provide an overview of skills, education, living in the present moment and core strategies.

Also utilising Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psycho-education for understanding abuse/misuse of substances or gambling.

You are also encouraged to participate in the 12-step components available in the addictions program.

Attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.

Inpatient veterans and emergency services program

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

Sessions in this program are conducted in the morning.

In order to meet the needs of the cohort of veterans and emergency services, 2020 saw the introduction of this program.

You are provided with a safe space in which the specific needs of military and emergency services personnel are met through psycho-education, skills building and psychotherapy.

Gaining information about PTSD, mood disturbance, sleep hygiene and addictive behaviours the program incorporates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and narrative therapy.

Attendance is taken at each group and recorded for your Psychiatrist to monitor.