Flexible Stay Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Treatment Program

Psychiatrists, Addiction Medicine Specialists and General Practitioners will oversee your medical needs during your admission. Many comorbid or dual diagnosis psychiatric and medical conditions can thus also be treated during your admission. However, we are not a facility for treating psychiatric conditions of those who do not have addictions.

Malvern Private has an on-going relationship with industry sectors associated with the safety sensitive professions such as Medical, Nursing, Aviation and Transport to ensure their compliance with returning to the workforce. However, please speak with Assessment staff for further information by calling 03 9885 9621.

A Holistic Approach

Our aim to provide a rounded program, offering not only withdrawal from drugs and alcohol, but a range of therapies and tutorials to focus on mind, body and soul, restoring optimal health. Before any person is admitted, they will undergo a pre-admission assessment by an Assessment.

This is a face to face interview and takes about an hour. Our assessment staff will discuss client history, and thoroughly brief the client on all aspects of the program so they can make an informed decision as to whether the program is suitable for their needs.

The Rehabilitation Phase

• Introduction to a range of therapeutic approaches to recovery, from trained, experienced and dedicated staff.
• Psychological interventions include 1:1 therapies and group psychotherapy sessions.
• Abstinence based mindset
• Individual and group counselling sessions.
• Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific situations with individually tailored strategies.
• Art therapy.
• Exercise: walks, yoga or relaxation sessions.
• Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery.
• Healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
• Real time practice in attending AA meetings, NA meetings, GA meetings and in-house meetings.
• Formal discharge planning to increase the likelihood of success after discharge.
• Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed.
• A separate support and education program for families.

Flexible Stay Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Treatment Program

Psychiatrists, Addiction Medicine Specialists and General Practitioners will oversee your medical needs during your admission. Many comorbid or dual diagnosis psychiatric and medical conditions can thus also be treated during your admission. However, we are not a facility for treating psychiatric conditions of those who do not have addictions.

Malvern Private has an on-going relationship with industry sectors associated with the safety sensitive professions such as Medical, Nursing, Aviation and Transport to ensure their compliance with returning to the workforce. However, please speak with Assessment staff for further information by calling 03 9885 9621.

A Holistic Approach

Our aim to provide a rounded program, offering not only withdrawal from drugs and alcohol, but a range of therapies and tutorials to focus on mind, body and soul, restoring optimal health. Before any person is admitted, they will undergo a pre-admission assessment by an Assessment.

This is a face to face interview and takes about an hour. Our assessment staff will discuss client history, and thoroughly brief the client on all aspects of the program so they can make an informed decision as to whether the program is suitable for their needs.

The Rehabilitation Phase

Introduction to a range of therapeutic approaches to recovery, from trained, experienced and dedicated staff.

• Psychological interventions include 1:1 therapies and group psychotherapy sessions.
• Abstinence based mindset
• Individual and group counselling sessions.
• Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific situations with individually tailored strategies.
• Art therapy.
• Exercise: walks, yoga or relaxation sessions.
• Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery.
• Healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
• Real time practice in attending AA meetings, NA meetings, GA meetings and in-house meetings.
• Formal discharge planning to increase the likelihood of success after discharge.
• Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed.
• A separate support and education program for families.

Abstinence Based Program

Malvern Private ensure that patients are discharged free of Alcohol and Drugs, that’s why we are considered one of the best Rehabilitation Centres Melbourne has to offer. We do not prescribe maintenance doses of medication, as we believe this is a benefit to long-term success. We also firmly believe that abstinence is possible.

The Withdrawal (Detoxification) Phase

Detoxification is different for every client and the detoxification process can last for several days. We do not prescribe maintenance doses of medication. During the detoxification or withdrawal period, we utilise medications minimally.

Discharge Planning

The treating team will collaborate with the client during their stay to prepare a plan for discharge and beyond.

This discharge plan includes:

• Attendance at the Day Program and Continuing Care Programs.
• Continued education and support at the Family Support Program if needed, so they understand how to best support recovery.
• Attend AA/NA/GA meetings on a regular, ongoing basis.
• Develop a relationship with support persons such as a sponsor, counsellor or therapist.
• Develop a crisis management plan.
• Address urgent practical problems before discharge.

If you require community services post discharge, these will be organised prior to your discharge.

Where required and practicable, arrangements will be made for clients to go into supported accommodation post-discharge.