Day Patient Programs

Programs

Hirondelle Private Hospital offers a range of treatment programs. 

Please contact Reception to confirm current program schedule times.

Dialectical Behaviour Informed Therapy (DBT): Dealing with Distress

Monday 9:30am – 3:00pm.  12 weeks.

A skills-based program based on 4 core modules: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness. This is designed to help you tolerate intense feelings,
navigate confusion about identity and reduce behavioural symptoms and is suitable for those needing mood, anxiety, addictions and emotional support.

Managing ADHD

Monday 5:15pm – 9:15pm. 10 weeks.

This evening program is led by an expert therapist and is designed to help you manage symptoms and build self-esteem. Topics covered include the neuroscience of ADHD, emotional regulation, goal setting, procrastination, mindfulness and self acceptance. Tale control of your ADHD and createlasting, positive change.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Tuesday 9:30am – 3:00pm. 8 weeks.

The program focuses on building an enriching and meaningful life through supporting individuals to learn how to handle committed action towards goals. It focuses on accepting and navigating reality as it is, while building healthier coping mechanisms. This is suitable for those with mood, anxiety and other mental health difficulties.

Trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Program

Wednesday 4:00pm – 7:00pm. 8 weeks

Focussing on education and support for individuals with PTSD, providing group therapy to address topics such as grief, memories, sleep and anger. Providing a safe, consistent and controlled environment to equip you with the skills and space to learn healthier coping mechanisms and enhance resilience to better manage difficult emotions to build a fulfilling life.

Addictions First Steps

 Friday 9:30am – 12:30pm. 8 weeks.

Running over the morning, the program takes an abstinence-based approach to recovery. The program is ideal for those struggling with substance use or addictions and associated mental difficulties. It provides space to reflect on week-by-week experiences, identify factors reinforcing addictive behaviours and develop healthy, value-driven ways of living.

Program FAQ’s

How is the program funded?

Usually, day programs are funded through your private health insurer, Workcover, DVA/Defence, or other funding bodies. Our admin team will run a funding check to ensure you are covered for the program and will discuss this with you.

What is required of me?

First and foremost, a genuine commitment to attend the program is necessary. There will be some paperwork and administrative tasks for you to complete at the beginning, middle (mid-way review) and discharge. Before you discharge, you will be required to attend an appointment with your treating psychiatrist at Hirondelle Private Hospital. and as regularly as needed throughout the program. This may incur a gap fee and will need to be booked in advance of your discharge.

The day program therapist will also support you to complete a collaborative care plan, which is a document that focusses on your goals for the program and will be reviewed with you around halfway. Importantly, you must let the therapist know if you're intending to discharge or are going away/not able to commit, because there are rules about compliance that we need to address. Please also let us know of any dietary requirements or restrictions you may have so the kitchen staff can be notified.

What if I can't attend due to illness, misadventure, or a medical appointment?

If you cannot attend due to illness or misadventure, you must let the hospital know as soon as possible, so that the kitchen and administrative teams can be notified. If we do not hear from you, we will try to contact you during the day. If we can't contact you, your next of kin will be contacted. If you miss more than 2-3 sessions in a row, the therapist will have a discussion with you about your attendance. If you cannot commit to attendance, you will be discharged, and other suitable support options will be offered through your care coordinator.

Where are the sessions held?

Day program sessions are all held onsite at iMH Hirondelle Private Hospital. You can enter through the main reception, sign in, and then attend the group room which will be shown to you either while you are an inpatient, or on your first day of the day program.