A Safe Place for Your Recovery from Alcohol Addiction
Compassionate Inpatient care tailored to your unique experience with Alcohol Addiction.
Alcohol is deeply embedded in Australian culture — from celebrations to social gatherings. But for some people, what begins as casual or social drinking can gradually lead to a harmful pattern of misuse. In Australia, 31% of people aged 14 and over drink at levels that increase the risk of health complications. Left unaddressed, Alcohol Addiction can impact nearly every part of life — including relationships, work, and emotional wellbeing.
You may not realise how much alcohol is affecting you until withdrawal symptoms, mood changes, regrets after social situations or feelings of shame begin to surface. Recognising the signs and seeking help early makes a profound difference.
Support is available. Our hospital provides respectful, medically supervised treatment in a private setting — helping you safely detox, stabilise, and take meaningful steps toward long term recovery.
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Slow Creep or Sudden Dependence?
Like many forms of addiction, the signs of Alcohol Dependence can appear gradually or develop quickly.
While there are common patterns, the way Alcohol Addiction appears in your life is personal. For some, it may begin as a way to unwind after a long day at home with children. For others, it’s a way to decompress after work. Maybe it started on weekends but has gradually shifted to weekdays, or even daily, and you might now find it difficult to attend social events without drinking.
Recognising that your drinking is no longer in your control — and acknowledging the need for help — is the first step toward recovery.
Let Go of Misconceptions and Peer Pressure
It’s easy to underestimate the impact of alcohol misuse when it’s embedded in social habits and cultural norms.
Common beliefs—and the influence of peers—can make it harder to recognise when drinking becomes harmful. Misconceptions like:
- “I’m not drinking daily, so it’s not a problem.”
- “Everyone drinks this much at a party.”
- “I can stop anytime I want.”
- “Alcohol helps me relax or sleep.”
Peer pressure can be subtle but powerful, especially when heavy drinking is normalised. You might feel uncomfortable saying no or worry about standing out. This can lead to drinking more often—or more heavily—than intended.
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 42% of people aged 18–24 drank at risky levels in both 2019 and 2022–2023. This highlights how common unhealthy patterns are—and how social environments can shape them.
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Letting go of these misconceptions and understanding the impact of peer pressure is an important step toward recognising when help may be needed—and taking back control of your choices.
The Impact of Delaying Treatment
Alcohol Addiction is a treatable health condition, but delaying support can lead to serious harm—physically, emotionally, and socially.
Without treatment, alcohol misuse can increase the risk of:
- Liver and heart problems
- Accidents and injuries
- Anxiety, depression, or worsening mental health
- Relationship or work strain
- Legal or financial difficulties
Getting support early can reduce these risks and improve your long term recovery. You don’t need to wait for things to get worse—help is available now.
Fullarton Clinic understands that alcohol addiction doesn’t look the same for everyone. We’re here to support you—without judgement—no matter how or when your drinking became difficult to manage.
Signs You May Need Support
Problematic drinking can manifest in different ways.
Are you experiencing any of the following?
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Drinking more than you planned to or for longer than intended
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Making promises without following through to cut down or stop drinking
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Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when not drinking
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Neglecting responsibilities due to alcohol use or hangovers
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Continuing to drink despite knowing it causes harm to health or relationships
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Regretting actions from the night before or exposing yourself to harm
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Budgeting to spend money on alcohol over other commitments
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Needing to drink more over time to feel the same effects
If these challenges feel familiar to you, you do not need to suffer alone. Australia has one of the highest rates of alcohol addiction and misuse, but support is available at Fullarton Clinic.
With Alcohol Addiction Treatment, you can regain control of your health in a premium mental health hospital in Melbourne with dedicated addiction specialists.
Ways We Support Your Journey
Fullarton Clinic provides a discreet 28 day private rehab program in Melbourne, including Alcohol Detox.
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Medically Supervised Detox
As part of your 28 day stay, your program begins with Medical Detoxification to ensure safe, supported withdrawal, managed by our Addiction Recovery Team.
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High Quality Recovery Program
An Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program designed by drug and alcohol rehabilitation specialists.
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Comprehensive Therapy
Including individual counselling, group therapy, and holistic wellness programs, with physical activity and art therapy.
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Dual Diagnosis Support
Identifying and treating coexisting medical conditions.
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Screening For Chronic Disease
While you are staying with us, you will be screened and treated for other chronic diseases impacting your overall health.
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Aftercare Support
Day programs to prevent relapse and maintain long term sobriety
Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a list of common questions associated with Alcohol Addiction and the drug and alcohol rehabilitation process.
Your Recovery Starts at Fullarton Clinic
When you choose Fullarton Clinic in Epping, you won’t need to leave Melbourne to access high quality Inpatient Alcohol Addiction Treatment in a safe and supportive environment.
Our care model addresses more than just the symptoms of addiction — we consider the whole person. That includes coexisting mental health challenges or physical health concerns that may be impacting your recovery.
Whether this is your first time seeking help or you're returning after previous treatment, Fullarton Clinic offers discreet, compassionate support for mental health and addiction.
Our facility is designed for comfort, privacy, and healing, providing a calm and caring environment where you can focus
on your recovery journey.
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Explore our drug and alcohol programs
Our private hospital in Epping offers both Inpatient and Outpatient Programs, supporting recovery in Melbourne’s northern suburbs.
Alcohol Addiction recovery starts with expert care.
Experience private alcohol rehab in Melbourne with our 28 day program, including medically supervised detox.
Stay on track as you adjust to everyday life.
Our Addiction Day Programs offer a step-down level of care as you transition from overnight hospital treatment. Delivered during the day or on weekends and held within our hospital environment, these sessions support ongoing recovery through a range of therapeutic and preventive topics and activities.