Addiction recovery in Geelong

Our Geelong rehabilitation centre

Our Geelong rehab centre combines hospital withdrawal care and residential rehab in one location, providing you with safe medical support and a clear path forward when things feel overwhelming.

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NSQHS-accredited hospital

Immediate clinical admission

24/7 supervised medical detox

33% stay active in aftercare programs

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Specialised care for substance dependence

Hospital care for the hardest stage

Drug and alcohol withdrawal can be physically and emotionally difficult, especially when substance use disorder involves dependence or high-risk symptoms. We provide 24/7 monitoring and a safe and welcoming environment designed to stabilise you as comfortably as possible.

Our experienced clinicians support you throughout the withdrawal process and help you plan for what comes next. Your care plan can include residential rehab, counselling, or a structured rehabilitation program, all of which are managed under one team.

  • Continuous hospital monitoring to manage substance withdrawal risks.
  • Residential rehab and ongoing rehabilitation are built into your treatment from the start.
  • Clinicians assist with patients from DVA, NDIS, TAC, and WorkCover who require care.

What makes our Geelong facility the right one for you

Private hospital setting

24/7 clinical support

Secure patient rooms

On-site meals included

Low-stimulus spaces

Crisis-response team

Public transport access

Controlled visiting hours

Programs at our Geelong facility

Withdrawal programs and rehab pathways

Our Geelong team provides hospital-based withdrawal care with residential rehab and ongoing support available as part of the same treatment plan. We help you stabilise, understand your options, and move forward with a clear recovery plan.

Hospital detox

Our private hospital provides 24/7 monitoring and medication-supported withdrawal care to help you stabilise safely. As you stabilise, your care plan can continue in residential rehab or outpatient treatment, depending on your needs.

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Court-ordered rehab

Our team provides assessment, stabilisation, and structured support for people required to attend rehab under court order, including hospital care, residential rehab, and outpatient treatment.

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DVA rehab

Veterans can access DVA-funded withdrawal management with trauma-informed support, monitoring, and a care plan that can include residential rehab or outpatient treatment.

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Interventions

Families often contact us when a loved one struggles to stop using drugs and needs hospital-level withdrawal care. We guide families through a supportive process and help organise ongoing treatment.

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Counselling

Counselling and mental health support can be part of your treatment plan during and after withdrawal. We help individuals explore triggers, build coping strategies, strengthen relationships and continue their rehabilitation journey in a supportive environment.

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Family program

Families affected by drug addiction receive education, guidance and emotional support through our group programs. We help families understand substance use, learn communication tools and maintain healthy boundaries during rehabilitation.

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Why our approach works

A hospital-based pathway into residential rehab

Our approach is designed for people who need medical oversight during withdrawal, followed with residential rehab and ongoing support available without changing providers. Combining monitoring, private accommodation and structured planning helps reduce risk and supports long-term recovery from addiction.

Clinical care that reduces withdrawal risk

Monitoring and medication keep the process safe.

Support for individual health needs

We help patients with DVA, NDIS, TAC, and WorkCover access care.

Clear pathway into rehabilitation

We keep treatment moving with residential rehab or outpatient care when needed

Ongoing support

We offer counselling, relapse prevention tools, and ongoing guidance.

Our facility

Inside our Geelong facility

Our rehab facility features private rooms, observation spaces, exercise areas, on-site meals, and 24/7 nursing support. The facility is designed to offer comfort, safety and a supportive environment for withdrawal and mental health management.

Our services

Services available through our Geelong clinic

We offer therapy, counselling, intervention support, group programs, and drug and alcohol rehab as part of one connected treatment plan. Our plans are designed to help you stabilise, understand your needs and begin recovery.

Rehab services

We provide hospital-level withdrawal care plus residential and outpatient rehab options, with clinical support to help you stabilise and keep moving forward.

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Addiction support

We offer addiction support to help you understand substance use disorder, manage cravings and prepare for ongoing rehab programs.

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Mental health rehab

We provide mental health support for anxiety, trauma and co-occurring substance use to build resilience throughout the recovery journey.

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Relapse prevention

Ongoing relapse prevention support in Geelong, focused on strengthening coping strategies and maintaining long-term recovery after treatment.

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Accredited care you can trust

Our accreditations and clinical standards

Our clinic meets DHHS, NSQHS and ISO9001 standards. AHPRA-registered professionals oversee every step to ensure safe, high-quality healthcare in a supervised environment.

Talk to us about starting detoxification

Our team can help you achieve your treatment options, arrange withdrawal management and plan your next steps.

Take a free online assessment

Take a quick, private quiz to see if rehab could help and explore safe support options.

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 Schedule a confidential call with a specialist at a time that suits you.

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Meet the team

Our team of experts in Geelong

You’ll work with a team of experienced nurses, clinicians and support workers who provide professional management and encouragement throughout the healing journey.

Dr Keflemariam Yohannes

Clinical Psychologist

With a deep academic foundation and over a decade of experience in clinical psychology, Dr Keflemariam Yohannes specialises in providing compassionate, evidence-based care. His work focuses on addressing trauma, addiction recovery, and life transitions, helping patients achieve meaningful progress.

Jo Tyson

Quality and Safety

With over two decades in mental health, Jo Tyson brings a wealth of experience spanning frontline care, management, and quality assurance. Her multidisciplinary education and leadership skills enable her to enhance patient safety, operational efficiency, and healthcare standards.

Rachael Paterson

Registered Psychiatric Nurse & Equine Assisted Psychotherapist

Rachael’s therapeutic practice is guided by years of psychiatric nursing and her deep understanding of trauma and attachment.

Richard P. Smith

Founder & Addiction Specialist

With nearly four decades in addiction recovery and mental health, Richard P Smith has pioneered transformative rehabilitation programs that have helped thousands reclaim their lives. His expertise spans clinical treatment, program development, and family interventions, making him a respected leader in the field.

Impactful stories from clients

Stories of recovery

Hear how patients began recovery through hospital-based withdrawal care, then continued with rehab and ongoing support as part of their treatment plan.

Help beyond detox

Our holistic long-term treatment approach

Therapy, group programs, counselling, and rehab can be part of your plan during and after withdrawal. Our holistic model provides ongoing support to help you maintain your long-term recovery.

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You can always talk to us

Frequently asked questions

Do you support NDIS participants or people with disability needs?

Yes. While NDIS does not directly fund drug rehabilitation, our clinic provides NDIS-aligned support through therapy, health assessments, communication assistance and a supportive environment. We work with NDIS participants to design safe withdrawal plans and support ongoing care in residential rehab or outpatient treatment.

Do you provide detox for all types of drug and alcohol withdrawal?

We manage withdrawal for all alcohol and drug dependence, including opioids, stimulants, benzodiazepines and polysubstance use. Our hospital environment allows us to monitor risk factors, manage symptoms and offer therapy throughout the process. This helps patients stop using safely before entering a program.

How do you help patients transition into rehab programs?

Our team provides a clear rehabilitation pathway by organising reports and therapy plans, then supporting you to continue treatment in residential rehab or outpatient care, based on your needs. We help coordinate programs for addiction recovery, mental health support, relapse prevention and exercise-based therapy. This gives you structure and confidence as they continue treatment.

Do you accept TAC, WorkCover or DVA patients?

Yes. Our clinic supports TAC, WorkCover and DVA clients needing hospital-level monitoring. We provide clinical tracking, therapy, documentation, and supportive communication with case managers, as well as transition into ongoing rehabilitation programs. Veterans also receive trauma-informed care, mental health support and personalised withdrawal planning.

Can families get support during someone’s stay?

Yes. Our rehabilitation centre offers family support programs, group education, therapy and communication coaching to help loved ones understand addiction, substance use disorder and the rehabilitation management. We provide practical tools that help families maintain healthy relationships and support long-term recovery.

What if I have private health insurance—can it help cover the treatment?

Many private health insurance plans cover these services in a hospital setting, depending on your level of extras and inpatient care category. Our team can help you understand what may be covered, what out-of-pocket costs apply and what support options are available for your drug rehabilitation journey.

How quickly can I be admitted to the clinic?

We can arrange admission as soon as possible, especially for those in crisis, experiencing high-risk withdrawal symptoms, or requiring court-ordered or DVA-supported management. Early intervention reduces risk and helps you begin a safe, structured rehabilitation program sooner.

Take your first step to recovery

Get an immediate assessment

Contact our Geelong rehab centre for confidential advice, planning and rapid admission to withdrawal care, with residential rehab available when appropriate.

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