The Sanctuary Byron Bay

Substance Use and Mental Health
Residential
3.7
(3)
Private Pay

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.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
17 Tasman Way, Byron Bay, NSW 2481 View Map
Part of
network
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Typical Program Length
2-8 weeks
Founded in 2004
22 years in business
Occupancy
1 bed
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +21 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders +12 More
Payment

Pricing and Program Length

2-8 weeks
$154,000 AUD/14 nights
+61-1800-841-796

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.

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Dr. Laurenne See

Dr. Laurenne See

Director

D Clin Psych, B Psych Hons.

Dr. Dan Phyhtian

Dr. Dan Phyhtian

Clinical Director

FRACGP, MRCGP, MBChB, BSc Neuro

Dr. Zoë Fletcher

Dr. Zoë Fletcher

Senior Medical Doctor

FRACGP, nMRCGP, MBBS, BSc (Hons), DRCOG, DFSRH

James Norman-Hicks

James Norman-Hicks

Director of Psychology

B.Psych, MSocW

Personalized, Elite Treatment
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
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
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
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.
Care Options

Levels of Care

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.
Included
Detox
Typically the initial stage of treatment for substance use, focusing on medically supervised management of withdrawal symptoms.
Included
Residential
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.
Not included
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.
Not included
Outpatient
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.
Not included
Virtual & 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.
Included
Co-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.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Anxiety
Depression
Executives
Trauma

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Executives
Men and Women
Mild Disabilities
Professionals
UHNW Clients & Families

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Holistic
One-to-One

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acupuncture
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dance Therapy
Equine Therapy
Family Therapy
Massage Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anger
Anxiety
Bipolar
Burnout
Chronic Pain Management
Codependency
Depression
Eating Disorders

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Benzodiazepines
Chronic Relapse
Co-Occurring Disorders
Cocaine
Drug Addiction
Ecstasy
Heroin
Marijuana

Aftercare

Outpatient Treatment
Recovery Coach
Relapse Prevention Planning
Professional Re-entry Support
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

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

Amenities

Beach Access
Access to Nature
Airport Transfers
Internet
Chef-prepared Meals
Walking Trails
Luxury

Special Considerations

Dietary Accommodations
Pet Friendly
Executive Program

Activities

Beach Fitness
Beach Walks
Swimming
Games
Martial Arts
Dance Classes
Movies
Reading
Sightseeing

Off-Site Activities

Hiking
Water Activities

Off-Site Amenities

Airport Transfers
Access to Nature
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $154,000 AUD/14 nights.
The following therapies are included: acupuncture, dance therapy and more.
Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia.
The typical length is 2-8 weeks.
Yes, they offer detox.
The Sanctuary Byron Bay provides detox, detox (on-site with residential) and more.