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Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia
The Sanctuary Byron Bay
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$154,000 AUD/14 nights
$154,000 AUD/14 nights
Estimated Cash Pay Rate
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Confidential, 1:1 care caters to high-profile clientele needing treatment for addiction, mental health conditions, eating disorders, and burnout.
About The Sanctuary Byron Bay
The Sanctuary is a luxury, private therapeutic retreat for clients seeking confidentiality and nurturing care. As pioneers in the luxury rehabilitation sector, The Sanctuary has helped people around the world take control of their lives and shape their future with confidence, contentment, and focus. The Sanctuary Byron Bay delivers 1-on-1 treatment, with no group therapy or shared facilities. Clients reside in a private, 5-star home with expert care staff on site. The Sanctuary treat a broad range of complex conditions, and their holistic approach combines evidence-based complementary therapies with traditional clinical medicine.
Highly Individualized Care
The Sanctuary Byron Bay offers medical care, psychotherapy, and complementary therapies like acupuncture and remedial massage therapy. Clients can also enjoy yoga, meditation, personal fitness training, martial arts, pilates, art therapy, music and dance lessons, and recreational pursuits such as hiking and surfing. Additional modalities, such as dentistry and optometry, can also be integrated into the program. The Sanctuary Byron Bay strives to give each client the best experience possible, customizing each step of treatment to meet their needs and preferences. Aftercare efforts begin during residential treatment. The Sanctuary connects with clients’ home providers to help ensure a seamless transition out of treatment at The Sanctuary.
A Full Treatment Team Dedicated to Success
The Sanctuary Byron Bay coordinates treatment with an integrated team for each client. They have extensive experience in dealing with complexity and achieving quality outcomes. Clients have 24/7 care in their private home, with teams that consist of a gourmet chef, personal trainer, massage therapist, psychologist, doctor, nursing staff, personal carers, recreational therapists, and more.
Rest And Recover in Private Luxury
The Sanctuary is located in the beautiful resort town of Byron Bay, Australia. Byron Bay is known for its pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforest, and majestic mountain ranges. During treatment, clients reside in private, non-disclosed homes with luxurious furnishings. The Sanctuary schedules treatment for a sense of routine, but plenty of free time and outside excursions give clients variety and adventure.
Coordinated Care
The Sanctuary Byron Bay coordinates care at each step of recovery. If agreed upon, they collaborate with clients’ previous treatment providers to offer highly relevant care. This collaborative model helps ensure each aspect of clients’ health is addressed, understood, and ultimately healed.
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Luxury rehab centers offer a unique blend of luxurious amenities and high-quality treatment. From private suites to gourmet dining, personal trainers to spa treatments, these facilities provide a high level of comfort and discretion.
Personalized, Elite Treatment
The Sanctuary Byron Bay offers confidential treatment for elite clientele. They personalize each aspect for an optimal treatment experience. Daily therapies help unite each client and their treatment team. The Sanctuary can meet almost any request–with their array of treatment specialists and amenities, they can align each experience with unique needs.
Individual Care Team
In their private home, clients have a live-in personal chef, butler, nurse, and a therapist available around the clock. All housekeeping services are provided by The Sanctuary’s staff. If desired, a travel companion can journey with clients as they come to Byron Bay. With staff coming to each home, clients can enjoy treatment that’s completely 1:1–no groups.
Family And Executive Programs
Understanding the importance of loved ones, The Sanctuary Byron Bay offers a family and couples program. This program helps heal relationships, grow family bonds, and help the family unit support healthy futures.The Sanctuary also understands the unique needs of working executives, offering flexible tech access to keep their clients connected. They additionally focus on burnout and stress for professionals who need a respite.
Coordinated Care
The Sanctuary Byron Bay coordinates care at each step of recovery. If agreed upon, they collaborate with clients’ previous treatment providers to offer highly relevant care. During treatment at The Sanctuary, clients’ care team meets bi-weekly to ensure they’re making progress. This collaborative model helps ensure each aspect of clients’ health is addressed, understood, and ultimately healed.
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Center Overview
Founded
2004
Occupancy
1
Languages
English
Price & Length
$154,000 AUD/14 nights - 2-8 weeks
Estimated Center Costs
The cost listed here ($154,000 AUD/14 nights), is an estimate of program cost. Center price can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.
Who We Treat
Men
Women
Executives
Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.
Men and Women
Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.
Mild Disabilities
Adults with mild physical or intellectual disabilities receive treatment catered to their specific needs in a safe and clinically supportive environment.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Address
17 Tasman Way, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia
Treatment Focus: Substance Use and Mental Health
Treatment Focus
You can admit to this center with a primary substance use disorder or a primary mental health condition. You'll receive support each step of the way and individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis.
Care Options
Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
Detox
Typically the initial stage of treatment for substance use, focusing on medically supervised management of withdrawal symptoms.
Detox centers in AustraliaResidential
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
Residential centers in Australia
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Sober living homes in AustraliaOutpatient
Not Offered at This Center
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Outpatient treatment in AustraliaVirtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Online treatment centersCo-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Dual diagnosis treatment centers in Australia
Treatment
Specializations
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
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Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Executives
Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
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Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
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One-to-One
Patients work with their treatment team members on a 1-on-1 basis, keeping their journey and treatment fully private and personalized.
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Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
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Acupuncture
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dance Therapy
This experiential therapy uses dance to improve body awareness, physical health, and social skills.
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Equine Therapy
Guided interactions with trained horses, their handler, and a therapist can help patients improve their self-esteem, trust, empathy, and social skills.
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Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
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Massage Therapy
Massage therapy relieves physical and emotional tension, reduces pain, promotes relaxation, and improves emotion regulation.
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
MBCT combines mindfulness practices—like meditation—with cognitive therapy techniques to help patients work through negative thought patterns.
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Nutrition Counseling
Nutritious food helps patients heal from within, setting them up for mental and bodily wellness as they learn about healthy eating.
Physiotherapy
Also called physical therapy, this approach includes exercise and various medical treatments for injury, pain, and disease.
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Psychoeducation
This method combines treatment with education, teaching patients about different paths toward recovery. This empowers them to make more effective decisions.
Relapse Prevention Counseling
Relapse prevention counselors teach patients to recognize the signs of relapse and reduce their risk.
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Solution Focused, Goal-Oriented Therapy
A quick goal-oriented therapy that helps patients identify their current and future goals, find out how to achieve them, and empower future problem-solving.
Stress Management
Patients learn specific stress management techniques, like breathing exercises and how to safely anticipate triggers.
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Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Conditions We Treat
Pornography Addiction
A person with a porn addiction is emotionally dependent on pornography to the point that it interferes with their daily life and relationships.
Narcissism
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Anger
Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
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Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
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Burnout
Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.
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Chronic Pain Management
Long-term physical pain can have an affect on mental health. Without support, it can also impact your daily life and even lead to addiction.
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Codependency
Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
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Eating Disorders
An eating disorder is a long-term pattern of unhealthy behavior relating to food. Most people with eating disorders have a distorted self-image.
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Gambling
Excessive, repetitive gambling causes financial and interpersonal problems. This addiction can interfere with work, friendships, and familial relationships.
Gaming
Compulsive gaming is most often a problem for children and teens. The disorder can affect physical health, sleep, and the ability to focus at school.
Internet Addiction
Internet addiction is common among children teens. This compulsive disorder can damage relationships, school performance, sleep habits, and physical health.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts that drive repetitive behaviors. This pattern disrupts daily life and relationships.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
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Self-Harm
The act of intentionally harming oneself, also called self-injury, is associated with mental health issues like depression.
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Sex Addiction
Compulsively seeking out sex can easily become a problem. This addiction is detrimental to relationships, physical health, and self-esteem.
Shopping Addiction
Excessive shopping and spending also known as compulsive buying disorder makes life unsustainable. It puts a strain on finances, relationships, and emotional well-being.
Stress
Stress is a natural reaction to challenges, and it can even help you adapt. However, chronic stress can cause physical and mental health issues.
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Suicidality
With suicidality, a person fantasizes about suicide, or makes a plan to carry it out. This is a serious mental health symptom.
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Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
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Substances We Treat
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.
Chronic Relapse
Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.
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Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
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Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Ecstasy
Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.
Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Psychedelics
Hallucinogenic drugs—like LSD—cause euphoria and increased sensory experiences. When abused, they can lead to depression and psychosis.
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, or meth, increases energy, agitation, and paranoia. Long-term use can result in severe physical and mental health issues.
Opioids
Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.
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Prescription Drugs
It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.
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Smoking Cessation
Quitting smoking—i.e., ceasing to smoke—means giving up smoking nicotine and tobacco products. This process has very important health benefits.
Synthetic Drugs
Synthetic drugs are made in a lab, unlike plant-based drugs like mushrooms. Most synthetic drugs are either stimulants or synthetic cannabinoids.
Nicotine
Aftercare
Recovery Coach
Outpatient Treatment
Relapse Prevention Planning
Professional Re-entry Support
Experience
Personal Amenities
Personal Fitness Trainer
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Armchair or Sofa
Bathroom Essentials (towels, soap, shampoo)
Coffee Maker and Tea
En Suite Bathroom
Housekeeping
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Personal Life Coach
Outdoor Space (connected to room)
Personal Butler
Personal Chauffeur
Personal Chef
Personal Concierge
Private Rooms
Snacks
TV
View
Walk-in Closet
Amenities
Beach Access
Access to Nature
Airport Transfers
Internet
Chef-prepared Meals
Walking Trails
Ultra Luxury
Luxury
Special Considerations
Dietary Accommodations
Pet Friendly
For greater comfort and healing, pet-friendly treatment centers welcome dogs and animal companions to stay with their owners while they attend treatment.
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Executive Program
Addiction and mental health treatment for executives typically involves high discretion, greater technology access, and more private, 1-on-1 care.
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Activities
Escape Room
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Adventure Outings
Beach Fitness
Beach Walks
Cooking Classes
Dance Classes
Fishing
Games
Golf
Hiking
Martial Arts
Massage
Movies
Physical Fitness
Reading
Sightseeing
Swimming
Tennis
Water Activities
Off-Site Activities
Hiking
Water Activities
Off-Site Amenities
Access to Nature
Airport Transfers
Professional Staff
Dr. Laurenne See
Director
D Clin Psych, B Psych Hons.
Dr. Dan Phyhtian
Clinical Director
FRACGP, MRCGP, MBChB, BSc Neuro
Dr. Zoë Fletcher
Senior Medical Doctor
FRACGP, nMRCGP, MBBS, BSc (Hons), DRCOG, DFSRH
James Norman-Hicks
Director of Psychology
B.Psych, MSocW
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