The Bay

Substance Use and Mental Health
Residential
4.6
(18)
Private Pay

The Bay, located in Byron Bay, Australia, treats one client at a time in exclusive homes throughout the Bay area. They treat primary mental health conditions, addiction, and co-occurring disorders. The Bay staff specializes in treating executive burnout, grief and loss, trauma, and eating disorders. Each exclusive client receives the full care and attention of a general practitioner, psychiatrist, clinical psychologist, therapist, and a host of support staff.

Personalized And Comprehensive Treatment

The Bay treats mental health and trauma with a personalized blend of evidence-based, holistic, and experiential therapies. Their evidence-based practices include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), eye movement therapy (EMDR), equine therapy, and neurofeedback. The Bay’s holistic opportunities include art therapy, Wim Hof breathing practices, hydrotherapy, acupuncture, and Qi Gong. After the day’s treatments, or during the weekend, clients can enjoy adventure therapies like scuba diving, exploring Byron Bay, golfing, and horseback riding.

All Individual Treatment

Clients have 20 hours of individual therapy each week with their therapist, personal trainer, massage therapist, psychologist, and more. The Bay also prioritizes physical health and wellness, with diagnostic services and post-op care for those who require it. Their on-site detox services include 24/7 medical oversight and holistic services for greater comfort. These include massage, acupuncture, and meditation. The Bay provides only individual therapy for greater discretion.

Treating Addiction at Its Roots

The Bay aims to heal what lies behind addiction and mental health disorders. They focus on trauma treatment and help clients rewrite unhelpful thoughts and beliefs through CBT. Rather than seeing addiction as a disease, The Bay views it as an impermanent coping tool. With personalized treatments, The Bay aims to provide new coping tools and help heal the root causes of addiction. They can also provide relief from insomnia and counsel clients through grief and loss. The Bay treats co-occurring conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress (PTSD). Their eating disorder treatment helps clients restore positive body image and their relationship with food and exercise.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
Byron Bay, NSW 2481, Australia View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Typical Program Length
14+ days
Founded in 2008
18 years in business
Occupancy
1 bed
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +19 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cocaine +9 More
Payment

Pricing and Program Length

Week
$45,000
+61 3-4427-7495

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

David Godden

David Godden

Founder and Psychologist

PsyD

Dr Peter Siefkin

Dr Peter Siefkin

Psychiatrist

PsyD

Tom Rolley

Tom Rolley

General Practitioner

BSc, MBBS, FRACGP, Graduate Certificate in Medical Acupuncture

Gina O'Neill

Gina O'Neill

Therapist

LPC

Private, Exclusive Treatment
Private, Exclusive Treatment
The Bay treats just one client at a time. This approach offers complete privacy and exclusivity, with personal needs met swiftly. The Bay can cater their approach and therapies to the needs of each client, with opportunities for medical care, mental health care, addiction treatment, and a combination of all 3.
A Focus on Trauma And Mental Health
A Focus on Trauma And Mental Health
The Bay treats trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as primary conditions and as they co-occur with addiction. They offer virtual reality as an innovative treatment tool for PTSD. The Bay treats mental health as a primary or co-occurring condition too, healing conditions like depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
Balancing Recovery And Adventure
Balancing Recovery And Adventure
Clients at The Bay can enjoy adventurous weekends and relaxing evenings–or a mix of both. The Bay provides a chauffeur service to their client. With this, clients can attend to any work or family commitments they may have, or explore Byron Bay in their free time. Other weekend activities include tennis, surfing, deep sea fishing, and scuba diving.
Family Involvement And Extensive Aftercare
Family Involvement And Extensive Aftercare
The Bay welcomes families on site, offering family therapy sessions for clients and their loved ones. They aim to educate families on addiction and mental health to strengthen clients’ support system. After treatment at The Bay, clients have access to 12 months of virtual or in-person aftercare. This includes therapy sessions with their same therapist, medical check-ins, and any other support or referrals clients may need to succeed in their recovery.
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

Alcohol
Depression
Drug Addiction
Prescription Drugs
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Adolescents
Executives
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Midlife Adults
Mild Disabilities
Pregnant Women

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Holistic
Non 12 Step
One-to-One
One-to-One

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acupuncture
Adventure Therapy
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy
Experiential Therapy

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

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

Substances We Treat

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

Aftercare

Recovery Coach
Return Visits
Family Follow-up Counseling
Online Aftercare
Ability to Call a Counselor
Professional Re-entry Support
Support Meetings (on-site)
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Internet Access
Bathroom Essentials
Desk
En Suite Bathroom
Hair Dryer
Laundry Service
Personal Butler
Personal Chef
Personal Concierge

Amenities

Beach Access
Ultra Luxury
Gardens
Gourmet Dining
Walking Trails
Pool
Luxury
Hot Tub
Business Center, Computers

Special Considerations

Dietary Accommodations
Pet Friendly
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Clients can bring their own pet(s)
Vegetarian
Family Member Stays
Kosher
Executive Program

Activities

Yoga
Beach Fitness
Beach Walks
Biking
Massage
Physical Fitness
Swimming

Off-Site Activities

Beach Fitness
Beach Walks
Swimming
Waterfalls
Biking
Horseback Riding
Martial Arts
Dance Classes
Movies

Off-Site Amenities

Airport Transfers
Basketball Court
Gardens
Library
Salon
Sauna
Walking Trails
Pool
Bowling Alley
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $45,000 / week.
The following therapies are included: acupuncture, physiotherapy and more.
Byron Bay, NSW, Australia.
The typical length is 14+ days.
Yes, they offer detox.
The Bay provides detox, residential and more.

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