Recovery Programs in Sunshine at Southbay Private
Southbay Private supports people from across Victoria, including Sunshine – a major hub in Melbourne’s west. Located about 25 minutes away via the West Gate Freeway, our team works with clients from Sunshine to find the right combination of inpatient, day program, outpatient or counselling support for their recovery.
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
For residents of Sunshine – a major hub in Melbourne’s west – the inpatient program provides round-the-clock support in a private setting, removed from the day-to-day pressures of home.


Day Program: A Flexible Path to Recovery
For people in Sunshine, about 25 minutes from our St Kilda facility via the West Gate Freeway, the Day Program offers a middle ground between full residential care and standalone counselling – structured therapy on a set weekly schedule, with evenings and weekends free.
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
Southbay Private’s Day Program is designed to make recovery workable for residents of Sunshine, with flexible options that fit around the drive from Sunshine via the West Gate Freeway.
Outpatient Program & 24/7 Relapse Prevention
For clients heading back to Sunshine – a major hub in Melbourne’s west – after a residential stay, our Outpatient Program provides continued check-ins and relapse prevention support, coordinated around the about 25 minutes journey via the West Gate Freeway.
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
Southbay Private’s outpatient support helps residents of Sunshine manage triggers and maintain long-term recovery well after leaving residential care.


Personalised Counselling Services
Sunshine is a major hub in Melbourne’s west, and a number of our counselling clients travel from the area for confidential, one-on-one sessions focused on the causes of their drug or alcohol use rather than a full residential program.
What’s Included:
One-on-one sessions, tailored to your needs
Flexible scheduling and confidential support
Remote counselling options via Zoom
With personalised counselling, residents of Sunshine can take control of their recovery step by step, without committing to a residential stay.
Detoxification Support
For clients arriving from Sunshine – a major hub in Melbourne’s west – our medically supervised detox provides a safe, compassionate start to treatment before stepping into inpatient, day program or counselling support.
What’s Included:
Medically supervised detoxification services
Safe, compassionate care throughout the process
Southbay Private’s detox process is designed to help clients from Sunshine transition smoothly and safely into the next stage of recovery.
