Recovery Programs in Footscray at Southbay Private
At Southbay Private, we offer a full range of addiction recovery programs for residents of Footscray, a major hub in Melbourne’s inner west. Our St Kilda facility is about 20 minutes away via the West Gate Freeway, and clients travelling from Footscray can choose from inpatient, day program, outpatient or counselling-based care depending on what fits their circumstances.
Inpatient Recovery Program
For those who need intensive, immersive support, Southbay Private offers an inpatient program that can range from 28 to 90 days. You’ll be surrounded by experienced addiction professionals who provide personalised treatment in a private room, giving you the space to focus solely on your recovery. Our team combines clinical expertise with lived experience, ensuring you’re supported every step of the way.
What’s Included:
Personalised treatment plans tailored to your needs
24/7 care and professional support
A serene, private environment near the bay to promote healing
Access to recreational and wellness activities
Our inpatient program offers a supportive, immersive recovery experience for those living in Footscray, about 20 minutes from St Kilda via the West Gate Freeway, helping you regain strength away from familiar routines.


Day Program: A Flexible Path to Recovery
Our Day Program gives people in Footscray structured recovery support with flexible attendance (3, 5 or 7 days per week), so you can keep working, studying or caring for family while getting the therapy you need. Footscray is an inner western suburb, and many clients find the day program a realistic option even with the trip from home.
What’s Included:
Flexibility to attend 3, 5, or 7 days per week
Holistic care, including mindfulness and fitness
Ongoing support to maintain balance in your everyday life
For those in Footscray balancing recovery with everyday responsibilities, the Day Program offers a manageable rhythm – even with the trip from home, about 20 minutes each way.
Outpatient Program & 24/7 Relapse Prevention
Recovery doesn’t end when residential treatment does. Our Outpatient Program offers ongoing, 24/7-supported relapse prevention for clients returning to Footscray via the West Gate Freeway, helping maintain the progress made during treatment even at a distance of about 20 minutes from St Kilda.
What’s Included:
Ongoing therapy sessions tailored to your schedule
24/7 access to our support line for immediate help
Group therapy and individual support
Ongoing outpatient check-ins mean clients from Footscray aren’t left to manage recovery alone once they’re back home, about 20 minutes from St Kilda.


Personalised Counselling Services
For those in Footscray who prefer one-on-one support rather than a residential stay, our Personalised Counselling service is available in person at St Kilda (about 20 minutes away via the West Gate Freeway) or by arrangement, working through the issues underlying addiction at your own pace.
What’s Included:
One-on-one sessions, tailored to your needs
Flexible scheduling and confidential support
Remote counselling options via Zoom
Counselling gives people from Footscray a lower-commitment starting point for recovery, with the option to step up to day program or inpatient care later if needed.
Detoxification Support
Detoxing safely is often the first step in recovery. Southbay Private offers medically supervised detox for clients from Footscray, about 20 minutes from home via the West Gate Freeway, ensuring a safe and supported start before moving into ongoing treatment.
What’s Included:
Medically supervised detoxification services
Safe, compassionate care throughout the process
A guided, supervised detox gives people travelling from Footscray the safest possible start to their time at Southbay Private.
