South Pacific Private

South Pacific Private The official page of South Pacific Private, Australia's leading treatment centre for addictions, trauma and mental health issues.

South Pacific Private is an accredited Psychiatric Hospital, specialising in addiction and mood disorders, supported by most health funds. Our therapeutic program, based on the principles of a Treatment Centre, includes group therapy, psychoeducation, psychiatric care, and 12 step program engagement, with a strong focus on treating the underlying core issues which have fuelled the presenting problems, and encouraging families to become involved in the client’s treatment journey. Our residential and day programs are designed, within a structured framework, to offer a treatment pathway tailored to the individual needs of each client. All programs are facilitated by a multi disciplinary team of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Therapists trained in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities.

In the wake of the tragic events at Bondi Beach, our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those impacted. The ...
15/12/2025

In the wake of the tragic events at Bondi Beach, our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those impacted. The South Pacific Private team would like to express our heartfelt condolences and encourage everyone to seek the support and space they need during this incredibly emotional time.

If you’re finding it hard to process what you’ve seen or heard, or if this has brought up earlier traumatic experiences, you don’t have to cope on your own.

Support is available 24/7:
• NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
• Lifeline: 13 11 14 | Text 0477 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).

We are holding the Bondi community in our thoughts during this difficult time.

As the end of the year approaches and life gets even busier, the constant notifications, messages, and news can feel esp...
12/12/2025

As the end of the year approaches and life gets even busier, the constant notifications, messages, and news can feel especially overwhelming.

A digital detox, even a small one, can help you pause, reset, and regain clarity around what truly supports your wellbeing, and what doesn’t.

Setting boundaries this holiday season can be one of the most powerful ways to protect your recovery.This time of year o...
11/12/2025

Setting boundaries this holiday season can be one of the most powerful ways to protect your recovery.

This time of year often brings pressure, expectations and old family dynamics - all of which can feel overwhelming when you’re working hard to stay well.

Boundaries aren’t selfish, they’re an act of self-respect and a key part of staying grounded through the season. If things feel tough, reach out. You are not alone.

As the holidays approach, many of us are told to embrace the joy. But all too often, the real story is exhaustion, expec...
10/12/2025

As the holidays approach, many of us are told to embrace the joy. But all too often, the real story is exhaustion, expectations and emotional overload. The latest from The Australian Women's Weekly reveals how December can leave women running on empty: juggling work, family, social obligations and the weight of tradition, while numbing ourselves just to make it through.

At South Pacific Private, we see this pattern all too often: the holiday season stirs up old hurts, re‑triggers family dynamics, and pushes many into autopilot. If you recognise that overwhelm, know this: you don’t have to ride the chaos alone. Take a breath. Check in with yourself. Speak with our team on 1800 063 332 if you need support.

Read the full story here: https://www.womensweekly.com.au/health/festive-season-women-mental-health/

Going to therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. It’s normal to feel nervous or unsure about what to expect, b...
30/11/2025

Going to therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. It’s normal to feel nervous or unsure about what to expect, but there’s real power in being able to speak your truth, whether it’s in a one-on-one session or in a supportive group setting.

Your experience could make a difference for someone else who’s thinking about taking that first step. What advice would you give to someone considering therapy for the first time?

Pay it forward in the comments below

Addiction is often a signal, a way someone tries to find relief or mask deeper pain.If you missed our latest Facebook Li...
27/11/2025

Addiction is often a signal, a way someone tries to find relief or mask deeper pain.

If you missed our latest Facebook Live: 'Red Flags That Your Substance Use Might Be Masking Deeper Pain', you can watch the recording here: https://youtu.be/9LaqHfLJoE0

26/11/2025

Substance use often begins as a way to manage stress, numb difficult emotions, or find temporary relief, but over time it can become a sign that something deeper needs attention. This session will help people recognise when their relationship with substances may be more about emotional survival than choice.
Join us for a special Facebook Live event, hosted by Diane Young, South Pacific Private’s Addictions and Trauma Specialist.
In this live discussion, Diane will unpack the subtle signs that substance use may be masking unresolved pain, and share compassionate, practical strategies to support genuine healing.

“Just one glass of wine.”It’s how many Australians signal the end of a stressful day. A quiet escape from a world that o...
24/11/2025

“Just one glass of wine.”
It’s how many Australians signal the end of a stressful day. A quiet escape from a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming. But when a coping mechanism becomes a ritual, what’s really being soothed?

We often see how anxiety and alcohol use can reinforce each other. It's a cycle of self-medication that deepens distress over time.

Diane Young, South Pacific Private's Addiction and Trauma Specialist, spoke with The Guardian Australia about this complex relationship and why understanding the link between anxiety and alcohol is essential for effective treatment.

Read the full article here: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/nov/10/anxiety-take-moment-pause-before-pouring-glass-of-wine

If you, or someone you love, is struggling with your relationship with alcohol, take our free, 100% confidential self-assessment on our website.

Avoidance is a common defence mechanism, perhaps developed in childhood as a means of protection. However, when we avoid...
22/11/2025

Avoidance is a common defence mechanism, perhaps developed in childhood as a means of protection. However, when we avoid painful people, places and thoughts it can lead to relational issues, addiction, depression and anxiety.

A part of recovery is the awareness and understanding that our defence mechanisms (such as avoidance) have developed from trauma.

If you are curious about whether you might be sufferring from a form of trauma, take a self-assessment for free, by visiting our website: https://www.southpacificprivate.com.au/self-assessments/

Your nervous system plays a major role in how you respond to stress, manage emotions and return to a state of calm. When...
20/11/2025

Your nervous system plays a major role in how you respond to stress, manage emotions and return to a state of calm. When it becomes dysregulated, everyday challenges can feel overwhelming.

Learning to recognise the signs is an important first step, and small regulation practices can help bring your system back into balance.

On Remembrance Day, we honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans, and the unseen impacts of their experiences.Tra...
11/11/2025

On Remembrance Day, we honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans, and the unseen impacts of their experiences.

Trauma can remain hidden, affecting thoughts, emotions, and relationships long after the service ends. Understanding, acknowledgement, and compassionate support are essential steps toward healing.

We remember not only the sacrifice, but also the ongoing journey of those living with these experiences.

Lest We Forget

Gambling is deeply ingrained in Australian culture - from pokies to sports betting. In fact, 65% of Australian adults ha...
11/11/2025

Gambling is deeply ingrained in Australian culture - from pokies to sports betting. In fact, 65% of Australian adults have gambled in some form in the past year.

But for some, what starts as an occasional bet or lottery ticket can develop into something more serious.
Compulsive gambling is marked by exhilarating highs from wins, denial that there’s a problem and a tendency to attempt to recoup losses instead of calling it quits.

If you, or someone you care about feels stuck in this cycle, help is available.

Take our free, 100% confidential gambling self-assessment on our website and take the first step towards understanding your relationship with gambling: https://www.southpacificprivate.com.au/self-assessment/gambling/

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South Pacific Private is Australia’s Leading Treatment Centre specialising in the integrated psychiatric, medical and therapeutic treatment of addictions, mood disorders and trauma.

A fully accredited, acute care Psychiatric Hospital delivering evidence-based programs by leading clinicians, South Pacific Private has changed the lives of over 10 thousand patients and their families over the past 26 years.

With a multi-tiered program that offers different levels of care to support the different stages of Recovery, South Pacific Private’s focus is on an intensive inpatient program, treating the underlying core issues which have fuelled the presenting problems; Transitions, a daily program designed to align SPP treatment concepts with a renewed way of living; and Weekly Continuing Care, a vital part of the program when risk of relapse is at its highest.

Supported by most health funds, treatment at South Pacific Private is designed to meet the individual needs of each client and offers the best possibility of recovery, facilitated by a multi-disciplinary team of Psychiatrists, GPs, Registered Nurses, Clinical Psychologists, Therapists and Case Workers.