Addiction Services

Aurora Healthcare provides integrated, specialist treatment for substance‑related and behavioural addictions, delivered across a national network of private mental health hospitals. We support individuals whose addiction exists on its own, as well as those experiencing co‑occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma and personality disorders.

We recognise that addiction is rarely just about substances or behaviours. It is often linked to deeper emotional, psychological or trauma‑related drivers. Our approach treats the whole person, not just the addiction, supporting meaningful and sustainable recovery.

A comprehensive continuum of care

Aurora’s addiction services span the full treatment pathway, allowing people to access the right level of care at the right time and move flexibly between services as recovery progresses.

Our services include:

• Medically supervised inpatient detoxification, delivered in a safe, controlled hospital environment with 24/7 nursing and medical oversight
• Abstinence‑based inpatient programs that address the underlying drivers of addiction and build long‑term recovery skills
• Structured day programs, available as half‑day or full‑day options, supporting early intervention, step‑down care or additional intensive support
• Outpatient and community‑based support, including relapse‑prevention planning and ongoing psychiatric and psychological care

This stepped model allows for coordinated, personalised care from admission through to post‑discharge recovery.

What we treat

Aurora provides specialist treatment for a broad range of addictive behaviours, including:

• Alcohol dependence
• Prescription medication misuse
• Illicit drug dependence
• Nicotine addiction
• Gambling disorder
• Gaming and technology‑related compulsions

Care is tailored to each individual’s clinical presentation, goals and stage of recovery, with strong capability in managing dual diagnosis and comorbid mental health conditions.

Evidence‑based, multidisciplinary treatment

Treatment across Aurora’s addiction services is delivered by experienced, multidisciplinary teams and grounded in evidence‑based practice. Depending on individual needs, treatment may include:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Motivational enhancement
• Relapse prevention and lifestyle management strategies
• Emotional regulation and distress‑tolerance skills
• Psychoeducation and recovery planning

Where appropriate, patients may also choose to engage with peer‑support or 12‑step‑informed approaches alongside structured psychological treatment, ensuring care remains flexible, respectful and person‑centred.

Supporting families and carers

Addiction affects not only the individual, but also their families and support networks. Where clinically appropriate, Aurora programs incorporate education and involvement for families and carers to promote understanding, strengthen communication and support recovery beyond treatment.

Our hospitals offering addiction services

Aurora’s addiction capability is delivered across leading private hospitals in Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia, including:

• Currumbin Clinic (QLD) – a dedicated addiction and dual diagnosis private hospital
• Kellyville Private Hospital (NSW) – person‑centred addiction and mental health care
• South Coast Private Hospital (NSW) – comprehensive inpatient, day patient and outpatient programs
• Abbotsford Private Hospital (WA) – Western Australia’s only dedicated private inpatient addiction hospital, with linked day therapy programs

Program availability and treatment pathways vary by location.

Referrals and admissions

Aurora accepts referrals from GPs, psychiatrists and other health professionals. Self‑referrals are also welcome. Our admissions teams can assist with program suitability, private health insurance and admission pathways.

Take the next step towards recovery
Contact your nearest Aurora hospital to speak with an admissions specialist about our addiction treatment options.