Why choose Noosa Confidential over a international drug and alcohol rehab centre?

Sometimes, the most powerful step forward is stepping away.

At Noosa Confidential, we provide more than just distance from the chaos; we offer the space to reset, recover, and rebuild in a truly restorative environment. Located in the heart of Noosa on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, our retreat draws guests from Sydney, Melbourne, New Zealand, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and beyond, all seeking expert support in a private, tranquil setting.

As Australia’s leading residential treatment provider, we’re not a typical rehab centre and don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Our programs are deeply personalised, built from the ground up to address the root causes behind each individual’s challenges. With one-on-one therapy, clinical expertise, and a collaborative team approach, we support lasting transformation, not just symptom management.

If you’re ready for real change, we’re here to help. Contact our team today to learn more about what’s possible

Our location

When you’re ready for change, environment matters. That’s why guests across Australia, including Sydney, Melbourne, and beyond, choose to begin their recovery journey at Noosa Confidential. Located in a peaceful, private part of Queensland’s iconic Sunshine Coast, our retreat offers the space, stillness, and natural beauty needed to reset and focus inward.

This isn’t just a step away from everyday life; it’s a complete shift in surroundings. With ocean views, lush gardens, and national parks on our doorstep, Noosa offers the perfect backdrop for intentional healing. Whether it’s a beachside walk during a one-on-one session or quiet reflection in the rainforest, nature plays a vital role in the recovery process here.

Guests stay in private suites with their own bathrooms and enjoy shared living and dining spaces designed to feel welcoming, grounded, and calm. Just a short flight from Sydney, our location is easily accessible via the newly upgraded Sunshine Coast Airport, with transfers included as part of your stay.

Personalised programs for International clients

Your challenges, goals, and hopes are yours; your treatment should reflect that. At Noosa Confidential, we design every program around the individual, not the diagnosis.

Many of our Sydney-based guests begin their search looking for drug or alcohol rehab or mental health support in New South Wales, only to find that local options fall short of the care they truly need. They discover something different: a private, welcoming space where real healing can begin.

We support a wide range of concerns, including substance and alcohol addiction, prescription medication misuse, PTSD, eating disorders, ice addiction, depression, anxiety, co-occurring conditions, and other complex mental health challenges. Our programs are highly personalised and medically informed, delivered by an integrated team of professionals who understand the whole picture.

Where appropriate, we start with a preparation phase before arrival to ensure you’re supported from the very beginning. All programs include an immersive residential stay in Noosa and 12 months of structured telehealth aftercare, providing continuity and support as you transition back home.
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Substance Abuse & Addiction

Noosa Confidential provides tailored treatment for alcohol, drug, gambling, and porn addiction in a safe, supportive setting. As one of Australia’s few Complete Solution Service Providers, we deliver detox, rehab, and aftercare in-house, with one trusted team guiding you every step of the way.

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Alcohol Addiction

Rebuild resilience. Restore self-worth. Regain control. Personalised residential programs designed to treat alcohol addiction at the root – with evidence-based care, dedicated support, and long-term strategies for recovery.

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Illicit Drugs

Heal the cause. Rebuild trust. Reclaim your future. Our residential programs address the deeper reasons behind drug use with personalised care, proven therapies, and unwavering support at every stage.

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Prescription Medication (Painkiller)

Personalised residential programs designed to treat prescription medication addiction at its root with evidence-based care, compassionate support, and a path to long-term recovery.

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Mental Health

Our non-residential program for anxiety and depression combines personalised therapy, medical insight, and holistic care, all designed around your lifestyle. With a mix of in-person intensives and virtual support, we help uncover and address the underlying drivers of anxiety and depression, from nervous system imbalances to nutrition, relationships, and mindset. No generic plans. No group sessions. Just real support, tailored to you.

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Depression

Depression can feel heavy, isolating, and unrelenting, but it doesn’t have to define your future. Our one-on-one residential programs are built to help you (or someone you love) understand what’s beneath the surface and develop the tools, strategies, and support needed to feel lighter, clearer, and more in control.

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Anxiety

Anxiety can be all-consuming - mentally, physically, emotionally. Our one-on-one programs are designed to help you break the cycle, rediscover calm, and move forward with confidence

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OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be overwhelming. Looping thoughts, rituals, and anxiety that interrupt daily life. Our programs help break the pattern, quiet the mind, and restore a sense of calm.

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder can be disruptive, affecting mood, energy, relationships, and your sense of control. Our residential programs help stabilise the extremes, uncover triggers, and build a healthier, more sustainable rhythm for life.

FAQ
Questions? We’ve got you

Making meaningful change comes with questions, and we’re here to answer them plainly. Below, you’ll find straightforward, evidence-based responses to the things we’re asked most often to help you move forward with confidence.

What is the difference between a one-on-one program, a group program or a blended program?

A one-on-one program means every therapy and treatment is delivered exclusively in a private, individual setting.

A group program means all sessions take place in a group or classroom-style environment.

A blended program combines both—most services are delivered in a group setting, with only a few therapy sessions happening one-on-one.

What does all-inclusive really mean?

It means there are no additional out of pocket expenses. Some service providers offer “limited” programs often called “essentials or Foundation programs” which are designed to make their cup front pricing appear to be favourable, however, upon arrival guests are likely to require purchasing additional add-ons to ensure the solution is comprehensive.

Everything included in NC programs is deemed necessary and all guests are exposed to everything we offer.

Will I have a consistent team?

Yes. At Noosa Confidential, you’ll work with one dedicated team throughout your entire stay. From your initial assessment through to your personalised program, aftercare planning, and ongoing support, your team will remain consistent. This continuity builds deep trust, ensures aligned care, and allows your clinicians and therapists to better understand your needs, goals, and progress.

Who is the non-residential program best suited for?

This program is designed for individuals with milder symptoms and isn’t suitable for those with co-occurring conditions or behavioural issues like addiction, OCD, or eating disorders. It’s ideal for people seeking high-quality, personalised care but do not necessitate a full rehabilitation program.

 How does Noosa Confidential support recovery?

We create personalised residential programs that treat the whole person – combining therapy, medical care, nutrition, and aftercare to support long-term wellbeing.

What is included in the program cost?

Our residential programs cover everything except flights, providing all-inclusive care with no hidden fees or add-ons. Each residential guest benefits from thorough preparation and support before arrival, a fully immersive experience including all therapies, treatments, activities, tests, meals, accommodation, airport transfers, and 12 months of comprehensive aftercare.

Outpatient programs are designed with flexible formats and pricing depending on your program needs. Please contact us for more information.

How many guests are accommodated at once?

We limit our intake to just five guests at a time — intentionally — so every individual receives the dedicated, personalised care they deserve.

What is the duration of the programs?

Program duration is always focused on driving real, lasting change—not simply checking boxes or meeting arbitrary timelines. It reflects the time needed for meaningful biological and behavioural shifts to take hold.

  • Residential programs typically span 13 to 14 months, including a preparation and support phase before arrival, a 4 to 8 week residential stay, followed by 12 months of comprehensive aftercare.
  • Outpatient programs range between 4 and 12 weeks, depending on individual needs.

What does ‘tailored treatment’ mean?

Tailored means every element of the program — therapies, treatments, testing, diet, activities and daily schedule — is personalised and adjusted as each guest’s needs shift, ensuring support stays relevant to their current experience rather than a fixed plan

What conditions do you treat?

We treat a range of primary concerns including substance use, mental health disorders, trauma, and co-occurring conditions.

At the same time, we address other impactful issues such as disrupted sleep, poor gut health, relationship challenges, chronic pain and more - because real recovery means treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

Is rehabilitation covered by insurance?

In Australia, to have a program covered by private health insurance, you need the optional “hospital cover,” which applies only to hospitals or clinics.

Privately funded and operated programs like ours aren’t classified as hospitals or clinics, so they aren’t covered. However, these programs provide a higher, more individualised, and more effective level of care than what’s typically available in the mainstream system.

What should I expect during rehabilitation?

Expect honesty. Expect disruption. Expect to be challenged - compassionately, but directly.

Rehab at NC isn’t a retreat or a break from life. It’s a full system reset. From day one, you’ll be surrounded by a dedicated team that includes doctors, therapists, nurses, nutritionists, bodyworkers, and functional medicine practitioners - each working together to support your unique needs.

You’ll begin with thorough testing to get a clear picture of what’s actually going on: biologically, psychologically, and behaviourally. From there, your program is built and adapted daily to your needs.

Expect daily one-on-one therapy, medical and nutritional support, gut health work, body-based treatments, and nervous system regulation. No filler. Just the right support, at the right time, delivered by a team that’s in your corner. And for residential patients, when you leave, the work continues with 12 months of aftercare to back you up.

How long does rehabilitation take?

After 16 years in operation, we know that anything less than 4 weeks in residence rarely scratches the surface.

Real change takes time - which is why every program includes 12 months of comprehensive aftercare as standard.

We don’t want repeat business. We want you well.

What is rehabilitation?

Rehabilitation is where the life changing work happens.

It's not about going back to who you were, but moving forwards to a new and empowered version of self.

It’s a focused, no-nonsense process designed to tackle the root causes of your challenges; whether addiction, mental health, trauma, or other complex issues.

Unlike quick fixes, wellness retreats, or surface-level treatments, rehab isn’t about feeling good for a moment or masking symptoms. It’s about getting real with yourself and committing to tailored therapies, medical care, and practical support that create lasting change.

We’re here to help.

Let’s talk about how we can support you.

Thank you for reaching out.
We’ve received your enquiry and will be in touch soon. Support starts here.

— The Noosa Confidential Team

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