The Whitehaven Clinic

The Whitehaven Clinic Addiction recovery centre specialising in drug, alcohol, gambling addiction. No GP referral required. A NEW, POSITIVE WAY OF THINKING!

Our highly-personalised, intensive programs are designed for self-referred and specialist-referred clients who want to remain connected with their families, work and support mechanisms whilst completing a recovery program. Addiction is not an illness. Substance use and addictive behaviours are caused by underlying factors which create the dependency. Whether your problem is with alcohol, drugs or gambling, we’ll help you discover the root cause of your addiction and then show you practical ways to overcome it. Our goal is to replace your old, unhealthy life and mindset with new, healthier ideals and goals. SOLUTIONS THROUGH PERSONALISED PLANS
Our programs help create permanent solutions to sobriety and non-addiction by offering a personalised, holistic treatment plan for each individual client. Drug and alcohol counselling Perth, drug counselling Perth, alcohol counselling Perth, gambling counselling Perth, drug rehab Perth, rehab Perth

Spotlighting Client Transformations!There is nothing more rewarding than hearing how our clients are thriving — sometime...
24/03/2026

Spotlighting Client Transformations!

There is nothing more rewarding than hearing how our clients are thriving — sometimes weeks, months, or even years after completing their program with us.

Your success is what drives us. Your stories remind us why we do what we do. ❤️🙏
At The Whitehaven Clinic, we provide individualised treatment designed to uncover and heal the root causes of problematic or addictive behaviours — not just manage the symptoms.

If you or someone you care about is ready for a fresh start, we’re here to guide the next step.

No GP referral required.

To get started, reach out for a confidential chat with Holly, our Client Services & Intake Coordinator: Call her direct on (08) 6454 2510.

Whitehaven Clinic – Burswood
(08) 6454 2510
info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
www.whitehavenclinic.com.au

THE WHITEHAVEN CLINIC’S DAY REHAB PROGRAM!A structured, but individualised one-on-one program suitable for all addiction...
23/03/2026

THE WHITEHAVEN CLINIC’S DAY REHAB PROGRAM!
A structured, but individualised one-on-one program suitable for all addictions - including drug and/or alcohol, gambling, p**n, s*x.

Our Addiction Recovery Process (ARP) Program is a personalised treatment designed to help you:
✔ Identify and treat the underlying root causes of addiction
✔ Gain insight into your behavioural patterns, beliefs, and personality triggers
✔ Work through 14 structured modules tailored to your unique needs
✔ Build practical tools for sustainable change and relapse prevention
✔ Stay connected to your work, family, and daily life while receiving intensive support
✔ Involve family and partners in their own support sessions
✔ Attend confidential sessions in a private clinic – no group work, and no GP referral required

Each session is 90 minutes of deep, focused work. Many clients say it’s the turning point in their lives — and we’re here when you’re ready to take that step too.

For a confidential free chat about how to get started, call Holly or Grant, our Client Services & Intake Coordinator on (08) 6454 2510 or email info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
📍 Based in Burswood | 💬 No GP referral needed
📞 (08) 6454 2510
🌐 www.whitehavenclinic.com.au
*xaddictionhelp

WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO RUN A REHABILITATION CLINICBeing named a finalist in the Australian Small Business Champions Awa...
22/03/2026

WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO RUN A REHABILITATION CLINIC

Being named a finalist in the Australian Small Business Champions Awards (Psychology) is something we’re incredibly proud of.

But awards only tell part of the story. What they don’t show is what actually happens behind the scenes.

At The Whitehaven Clinic, our work is not about quick fixes or surface-level conversations. It’s sitting with people in some of their most difficult moments and helping them unpack years of patterns, behaviours and coping strategies.
Real behavioural change is slow, structured and at times uncomfortable. It requires consistency, accountability and a willingness to stay in the process even when it feels easier to step out.

And none of it happens without an amazing team that works with every client. Our Program Facilitators are in the room every day, doing the work alongside clients and helping them navigate some of the hardest moments of change. They focus on real, lasting behavioural change, not just surface-level progress.

Our Client Services and Intake Coordinators are the backbone of the clinic, often the first point of contact for clients and families. They guide people through those initial conversations, coordinate admissions, and ensure every client feels supported and clear on what comes next. Behind the scenes, they keep everything running smoothly so the clinical team can focus on the work that matters most.

Our admin team are the backbone of the clinic, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. From coordinating schedules to supporting clients and their families, they help create a consistent, organised and welcoming environment that allows the clinical work to happen.

This recognition belongs to the team. 👏

Why does willpower fail — even when someone genuinely wants to stop?Addiction isn’t a lack of intelligence or discipline...
20/03/2026

Why does willpower fail — even when someone genuinely wants to stop?

Addiction isn’t a lack of intelligence or discipline. It’s a reinforced dopamine loop that operates faster than conscious thought. Understanding how this loop works changes the conversation.

This article explores what that moment really means — and why it matters:https://www.whitehavenclinic.com.au/blog/the-dopamine-loop-why-willpower-fails-in-addiction/

For a confidential discussion about how to get started - either as a client addressing your drug, alcohol or gambling addiction or as a family member or partner – call our lovely Client Support & Intake Coordinator, Holly, on (08) 6454 2510 or email info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
Location: Burswood

TABISMS! Straight from the mind (and heart!) of our Program Director, Tabitha Corser, these insightful gems—affectionate...
19/03/2026

TABISMS! Straight from the mind (and heart!) of our Program Director, Tabitha Corser, these insightful gems—affectionately called "Tabisms" by one of our wonderful clients—are the memorable truths that stay with you long after your session wraps up.

Are you ready to begin your recovery journey or to support someone you care about through theirs?

For a confidential discussion about how to get started - either as a client, family member or partner – call Holly, our Client Services & Intake Coordinator on (08) 6454 2510 or info@whitehavenclinic.com.au

Stress increases dopamine-driven relapse risk Stress activates the brain’s reward pathways and increases dopamine firing...
18/03/2026

Stress increases dopamine-driven relapse risk

Stress activates the brain’s reward pathways and increases dopamine firing in the nucleus accumbens — the same area involved in addiction. Research shows that stress exposure significantly increases relapse risk, even after long periods of abstinence.

This is why relapse often occurs:
• After conflict
• When tired or exhausted
• Under emotional overwhelm

Not because someone “forgot” their goals or didn't have willpower.

For a confidential discussion about how to get started — either as a client addressing drug, alcohol or gambling addiction, or as a family member or partner — contact Holly, our Client Services & Intake Coordinator on (08) 6454 2510 or email info@whitehavenclinic.com.au

The Whitehaven Clinic | Burswood

Spotlighting Client Transformations!There is nothing more rewarding than hearing how our clients are thriving — sometime...
17/03/2026

Spotlighting Client Transformations!

There is nothing more rewarding than hearing how our clients are thriving — sometimes weeks, months, or even years after completing their program with us.

Your success is what drives us. Your stories remind us why we do what we do. ❤️🙏

At The Whitehaven Clinic, we provide individualised treatment designed to uncover and heal the root causes of problematic or addictive behaviours — not just manage the symptoms.

If you or someone you care about is ready for a fresh start, we’re here to guide the next step. No GP referral required.

To get started, reach out for a confidential chat with Holly, our lovely Client Services & Intake Coordinator.
Call her direct on (08) 6454 2510 or email info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
Whitehaven Clinic – Burswood
www.whitehavenclinic.com.au

THE WHITEHAVEN CLINIC’S DAY REHAB PROGRAM!A structured, but individualised one-on-one program suitable for all addiction...
16/03/2026

THE WHITEHAVEN CLINIC’S DAY REHAB PROGRAM!
A structured, but individualised one-on-one program suitable for all addictions - including drug and/or alcohol, gambling, p**n, s*x.
Our Addiction Recovery Process (ARP) Program is a personalised treatment designed to help you:
✔ Identify and treat the underlying root causes of addiction
✔ Gain insight into your behavioural patterns, beliefs, and personality triggers
✔ Work through 14 structured modules tailored to your unique needs
✔ Build practical tools for sustainable change and relapse prevention
✔ Stay connected to your work, family, and daily life while receiving intensive support
✔ Involve family and partners in their own support sessions
✔ Attend confidential sessions in a private clinic – no group work, and no GP referral required
Each session is 90 minutes of deep, focused work. Many clients say it’s the turning point in their lives — and we’re here when you’re ready to take that step too.
For a confidential free chat about how to get started, call Holly, our Client Services & Intake Coordinator on (08) 6454 2510 or email info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
📍 Based in Burswood | 💬 No GP referral needed
📞 (08) 6454 2510 or 1300 984 770
🌐 www.whitehavenclinic.com.au
*xaddictionhelp

WANT TO BREAK FREE FROM PROBLEMATIC OR ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOURS?You don’t need to hit rock bottom — or even consider yoursel...
14/03/2026

WANT TO BREAK FREE FROM PROBLEMATIC OR ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOURS?
You don’t need to hit rock bottom — or even consider yourself an “alcoholic”, "drug addict" or "gambler", — for your use to be affecting your life in a negative way.
Many of our clients come to us not because of a label, but because they’ve realised that their problematic behaviours have become a coping mechanism for deeper stress, overwhelm, or unresolved issues.
Rather than focusing on trying to “control” your problematic behaviours, we work with you to explore why you feel the need to return to it.
Understanding and addressing those underlying patterns with one of our experienced facilitators can be the start of real, lasting change. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for something better.
For a confidential chat — whether you're reaching out for yourself, a family member or partner — contact us today. No GP referral needed.
📞 (08) 6454 2510 (direct) or 1300 766 925
📧 admin1@whitehavenclinic.com.au
📍 Burswood, Perth

So… about that Academy Awards speech we were preparing… 🎬The arrival of our Finalist logo for the 2026 Australian Small ...
13/03/2026

So… about that Academy Awards speech we were preparing… 🎬

The arrival of our Finalist logo for the 2026 Australian Small Business Champion Awards has launched us into action — apparently it’s time to start thinking about the frock AND the speech!

We’re told the logo now needs to be shared everywhere… so our socials seemed like a good place to start. 😉

All jokes aside, helping people rebuild their lives will always be the biggest and most real win.

But being recognised as a finalist? That’s pretty special too.

Whitehaven Clinic Team Breaks Out of Prison! 🚨Before anyone gets the wrong idea… it was Prison Island in Perth 😄As part ...
13/03/2026

Whitehaven Clinic Team Breaks Out of Prison! 🚨

Before anyone gets the wrong idea… it was Prison Island in Perth 😄

As part of our quarterly team building day (organised by our amazing Fun Director, Kristen), the team headed to Prison Island Perth to test our puzzle-solving skills, teamwork and ability to escape from a series of prison-themed challenge rooms.

We split into three teams and the competition was serious:
🥇 Hakea Hurricanes – our official champions
🥈 The Screws – a strong second place
🥉 Bandyup Bombers – proving that escaping prison isn’t always easy

Lots of laughs, a bit of healthy competition, and a great reminder that strong teams are built not just through the work we do, but through the fun we have together.

At The Whitehaven Clinic, we do important and serious work helping people rebuild their lives — but days like this remind us how important connection, teamwork and a good sense of humour are too.

Huge thanks to Kristen for organising another fantastic team day! 🙌

13/03/2026

FRIDAY FLASHBACK! WHITEHAVEN CLINIC IN THE MEDIA!
Our Program Director, Tabitha Corser, was interviewed on Channel 9's 6pm News back in June commenting on the cost of living crisis and the increasing number of people seeking help for problematic alcohol use due to relationship breakdowns.
For a confidential discussion about how to get started - either as a client or as a family member or partner – call us now on (08) 6454 2510 or 1300 766 925. No GP referral required.
Email: info@whitehavenclinic.com.au
Location: Burswood

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Burswood Road
Burswood, WA
6100

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Our highly-personalised, intensive programs are designed for self-referred and specialist-referred clients who want to remain connected with their families, work and support mechanisms whilst completing a recovery program. A NEW, POSITIVE WAY OF THINKING! Addiction is not an illness. Substance use and addictive behaviours are caused by underlying factors which create the dependency. Whether your problem is with alcohol, drugs, s*x or gambling, we’ll help you discover the root cause of your addiction and then show you practical ways to overcome it.

Our goal is to replace your old, unhealthy life and mindset with new, healthier ideals and goals. SOLUTIONS THROUGH PERSONALISED PLANS Our programs help create permanent solutions to sobriety and non-addiction by offering a personalised, holistic treatment plan for each individual client.

Get in touch today.

The Whitehaven Clinic | Phone : 1300 766 925 Email : info@whitehavenclinic.com.au | Location : Burswood Drug and alcohol counselling Perth, drug counselling Perth, alcohol counselling Perth, gambling counselling Perth, drug rehab Perth, rehab Perth