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Tamborine Mountain, Queensland, Australia
Sapphire Recovery
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Customized Treatment Plans
Trauma-Informed Care
Boutique
Budget Friendly
About Sapphire Recovery
At Sapphire Recovery, healing is both a process and a transformation, just like the sapphire itself. Specialising in substance and behavioural addictions—including gambling, pornography, and technology overuse— their dual-diagnosis approach supports clients in addressing the emotional pain beneath the symptoms. With residential care ranging from 28-90 days—with flexibility for longer stays when needed. With a maximum of just 5 guests at a time, each person receives highly personalised attention in a luxurious setting that allows space to reflect and rebuild.
Get Treatment that Transforms
At Sapphire, treatment is not just about abstinence. Their approach meets each client exactly where they are, honouring the full complexity of addiction and mental health with precision and compassion. Every individual receives deeply personalised care addressing the root cause of their suffering. Therapies include one-on-one and group psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, yoga, meditation, massages, and equine therapy. Days are grounded in routine and reflection, blending structure with space for joy and connection.
Heal the Body, Soothe the Mind, and Lift the Spirits
The surroundings at Sapphire are as restorative as the care clients receive. Each guest enjoys the privacy and peace of their own room. Their boutique setting, limited to just 5 guests, creates a sense of safety and personalised care. Beyond their rooms, clients find tranquil gardens, inviting communal spaces, and nourishing chef-prepared meals. Weekends offer more than rest, with group outings to beaches, nature trails, or even Movie World and paragliding adventures.
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Connect the Dots between Addiction and Mental Health
Addiction rarely exists in isolation. That’s why their dual diagnosis program treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. Their expert team blends evidence-based therapy, medical support, and holistic healing to help clients safely explore the root causes of pain while building strength to grow—emotionally, mentally, and physically.
Stay Part of the Sapphire Family
At Sapphire, healing doesn't end when clients leave treatment—it evolves. Stepping back into everyday life can feel overwhelming, which is why every client leaves with a personalised aftercare plan. From ongoing therapy and relapse prevention to referrals for support groups and regular check-ins, they help clients stay connected.
Experience Structure that Soothes and Care That Transforms
Each day at Sapphire Recovery is designed to gently guide clients back to themselves. They wake up in the comfort of their own private rooms, surrounded by the beauty of Tambourine Mountain. Mornings begin with a mindful walk and a small group connection circle, followed by a nourishing breakfast. From there, the day unfolds with a blend of therapeutic and holistic activities: one-on-one sessions, group therapy, yoga, and acupuncture, along with energy healing and mental health education.
Breathe Deep and Begin Again
Atop Tambourine Mountain, Sapphire offers a peaceful sanctuary where the air is clean and clients’ healing is fully supported. Their private, boutique setting offers the perfect backdrop for reflection. The surrounding landscape is known for its natural therapeutic power—it reduces stress, clears the mind, and helps ground clients in the present moment. With just 5 guests at a time, clients experience deeply personal care, where recovery isn’t rushed.
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Center Overview
Estimated Center Costs
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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.
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.
Treatment
Specializations
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
Gambling
Excessive, repetitive gambling causes financial and interpersonal problems. This addiction can interfere with work, friendships, and familial relationships.
Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
Internet Addiction
Internet addiction is common among children teens. This compulsive disorder can damage relationships, school performance, sleep habits, and physical health.
Sex Addiction
Compulsively seeking out sex can easily become a problem. This addiction is detrimental to relationships, physical health, and self-esteem.
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."
Treatment Services
Residential
In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.
Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
Family Involvement
Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.
Holistic
A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.
Individual Treatment
Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.
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.
Meditation & Mindfulness
A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
MBCT combines mindfulness practices—like meditation—with cognitive therapy techniques to help patients work through negative thought patterns.
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.
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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.
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.
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.
Burnout
Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.
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.
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.
Substances We Treat
Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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.
Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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.
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.
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Amenities
Activities
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Off-Site Activities
Off-Site Amenities
Professional Staff
Rev
The Owner
Elizabeth
The Psychologist
Alice
The Support Worker
Adian
The Chef
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