Your Path to Recovery: What Happens in Rehab?

Rehabilitation, or rehab, is a transformative journey for individuals aiming to overcome addiction. At Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat, we recognise that each person's path to recovery is deeply personal. 

Our comprehensive program is designed to guide individuals through meaningful change with compassion, structure, and a holistic focus rooted in our Four Key Pillars of Wellness.


Initial Assessment and Detoxification

Every recovery journey begins with a comprehensive assessment, where our team gathers detailed information about each individual’s medical history, substance use, and psychological state. This personalised approach allows us to craft a tailored treatment plan.

For many, the next step is detoxification, a medically supervised process aimed at safely removing substances from the body. Our healthcare professionals provide continuous care and symptom management to ensure safety and comfort during withdrawal. This phase stabilises clients physically and emotionally, laying a strong foundation for the work that follows.


The Four Key Pillars of Wellness at Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat

  1. Physical Health:
    We prioritise exercise, nutrition, and restorative sleep to support overall well-being. Mornings begin with activities such as walking, group fitness sessions, or boxercise, supported by our commercial-standard gym, swimming pool, and bush walks. Clients enjoy nutritious, locally sourced meals that nourish both body and mind while learning the importance of healthy eating habits.

  2. Mental Health:
    Understanding one’s relationship with addiction and developing positive thought patterns are critical to recovery. Our program features individual therapy sessions for personalised care and group therapy that fosters connection and mutual support. Evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing empower clients to build resilience and develop healthy coping strategies.

  3. Spiritual Health:
    Healing extends beyond the physical and mental dimensions. Our offerings include counselling, mindfulness practices, meditation, and art therapy to nurture the inner self, fostering emotional and spiritual growth.

  4. Social Wellbeing:
    Addiction can often strain social connections. Through group therapy, family therapy, and community-building activities, clients form meaningful relationships, strengthen social skills, and rebuild bonds with loved ones.


Therapy, Education, and Personal Growth

Holistic Therapy Approach
Therapy at Southern Highlands goes beyond addressing addiction; it’s about fostering personal growth and resilience. Clients benefit from individual therapy tailored to their unique needs and group therapy that encourages mutual support within a nurturing environment. Family therapy helps repair and strengthen important relationships affected by addiction.

Educational Programs and Life Skills
Clients learn about the nature of addiction, how to identify triggers, and strategies for managing cravings. Our program includes life skills training focused on relationship building, emotional stability, and practical tools for coping with everyday challenges. Education ensures clients are prepared to navigate life after rehab with confidence.

Adventures and New Experiences
Recovery is about rediscovering the joys and passions of life. Our program offers adventure activities such as archery, horse riding, tennis, golf, and bushwalking, allowing clients to reconnect with themselves, build confidence, and experience new perspectives.


Healthy Food and Nutrition

Clients enjoy wholesome, locally sourced meals that nourish the body and teach the importance of balanced nutrition. This focus on healthy eating promotes sustained physical and mental health, supporting every aspect of recovery.


Beautiful and Tranquil Location

Our serene retreat, nestled in scenic countryside and surrounded by national parks, provides a peaceful and supportive environment away from daily stressors and temptations. This tranquil setting allows clients to focus entirely on their journey to healing and recovery.


Aftercare Planning and Continued Support

Recovery doesn’t end when the rehab program concludes. We collaborate with clients to create comprehensive aftercare plans that include outpatient therapy, support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and transitional arrangements like sober living homes. These resources offer continued support and stability as clients reintegrate into everyday life.


Begin Your Journey to Recovery Today

At Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat, we provide a compassionate and holistic approach to rehabilitation, helping clients build life skills, gain self-insight, and develop healthy lifelong habits. If you or a loved one is ready for lasting change, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Contact us to learn more about our programs and discover how we can support your journey to lasting recovery.

Mitch Hills

Entrepreneur, marketer and problem solver from Brisbane, Australia. 

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