Sex & Love Addiction
Rehab in Melbourne
Malvern Private Hospital offers specialised
sex & love addiction rehab in Melbourne in a
safe and supportive environment to help you
begin your recovery with confidence.
Our Point of Difference
Trauma-Informed Inpatient Recovery Program
At Malvern Private Hospital, we understand how difficult it can be to ask for help. Addiction often carries deep shame and fear shaped by past experiences.
Reaching out can feel like the hardest step of all.
That’s why our hospital-based program is built on compassion, dignity, and respect. We see you as a whole person, not as your addiction, and our treatment is delivered with honesty and therapeutic based treatments.
Our 28-day inpatient residential program provides a safe and structured environment to begin healing. Supported by experienced medical, nursing and psychotherapy staff who specialise in addiction, you will explore the underlying causes of your patterns and learn healthier ways to manage life, relationships and your emotional world.
Before you begin, you’ll meet with our team for a pre-admission assessment. This is your chance to share your story and ensure the program feels right for you.
We also check your private health insurance and costs upfront, so you have clarity and peace of mind from the start.
Sex & Love Addiction – Your Path To Recovery
We provide hospital based rehabilitation programs for people needing support with sex and love addiction and withdrawal. Our withdrawal services are safe, medically supervised, and delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standard of care throughout the recovery process.
We Treat A Variety Of Behavioural Disorders
We provide hospital based rehabilitation programs for people needing support with sex addiction. Our withdrawal services are safe, medically supervised and delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standard of care throughout the recovery process.
Personalised Treatment For
Your Recovery From Compulsive Sexual Behaviours
Signs of sex & love dependence include:
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Feeling unable to control sexual thoughts or behaviours, even when you want to stop
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Spending increasing amounts of time on sexual activity or pursuing relationships at the expense of work, study, or family life
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Using sex or relationships to cope with stress, loneliness, or painful emotions
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Continuing behaviours that cause harm to your health, self-esteem, or relationships
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Hiding your actions from partners, friends, or colleagues out of fear or shame
-
Experiencing conflict in relationships due to secrecy, broken trust, or compulsive behaviour
-
Needing more frequent or riskier behaviours to feel the same level of relief or escape
-
Feeling regret, guilt, or emptiness after acting on compulsions
If this feels familiar, you are not alone. It means your body and mind are asking for support. That is why our programs go beyond detox. We care for the whole person, your health, your emotions, and the experiences that sit behind your addiction.
Malvern Private Hospital is a safe and confidential hospital. Our team offers support with compassion and understanding, never judgement.
At Malvern Private Hospital
We Offer A Private 28 Day Rehab Program
We offer a 28 day inpatient private rehab program for behavioural addictions such as compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (CSBD). Our hospital based program provides structured, confidential care focused on breaking compulsive patterns and restoring healthy relationships. By enquiring, you have already taken the first step toward recovery.
Sex and love addiction does not have to define your future. Reaching out early makes recovery gentler and more effective. With the right support, it’s possible to rebuild trust, restore emotional balance, and create healthier connections.
How We Support Your Recovery Journey
Healing the Whole Person
We offer:
1. Care from a multidisciplinary team of addiction specialist staff, consisting of medical practitioners, addiction consultants, psychiatrists and nursing staff.
2. Individual and group therapy to explore the reasons underlying addiction and to build understanding.
3. Restorative therapies such as yoga and art therapy.
4. Opportunities to connect with others through peer groups and in-house supports.
5. Relapse prevention planning, so you leave with practical tools and strategies for life after treatment.
6. Family and carer support and education, because recovery is stronger when your supporters understand the journey.
At Malvern Private Hospital, your story matters.
We honour the courage it takes to seek help, and we are here to walk beside you as you take back your health, your confidence and your future.
How We Support Your Recovery
Supporting Someone with a compulsive sexual behaviour Disorder?
We Can Help You
Reaching out for a loved one is an act of courage. Supporting someone through sex and love addiction can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone.
Our experienced and compassionate team helps people understand the reasons behind their sex and love addiction. It can stem from triggers, trauma or mental health struggles. For some, it may be tied to social pressure or long term coping patterns.
At Malvern Private Hospital, there is no judgement. We listen, we understand and we provide safe, hospital based care for both the individual and the people who care about them.
Do Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorders Happen Slowly Or All At Once?
Behavioural addictions such as sex and love addiction usually develop gradually. What begins as comfort, excitement or a way to cope with stress can slowly become an emotional dependency that feels hard to control. Over time, the cycle can affect mood, self esteem, relationships and daily functioning.
You do not have to wait until things feel unmanageable. Reaching out early makes recovery clearer and more effective.
At Malvern Private Hospital, we offer safe, confidential, hospital based care delivered with compassion and respect. You are not alone because we are here to help you take the next step toward recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sex And Love Addiction Withdrawal & Recovery
Does Malvern Private Drug and Detox Hospital work with private health funds?
Yes. We are a fully accredited private hospital and hold health fund aggreements with all major private health funds. Your out-of-pocket costs will depend on your level of cover. Our staff will provide a clear and transparent estimate of all fees, including any excess or additional costs, before your admission.
What is sex & love addiction?
Sex and love addiction is a term some people use to describe their experiences. Clinically, this is understood as Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder. It is not a weakness, and it is not a personal failing. It is a recognised condition that can affect anyone. With appropriate treatment and support, many people experience meaningful improvement, greater stability, and healthier patterns in their relationships and daily life.
How confidential will my treatment be?
Your privacy is fully protected. At Malvern Private Hospital, all treatment for cannabis/marijuana dependence is confidential. Your records are not shared with employers, family, or anyone outside your treating team without your written consent. Staff are bound by strict confidentiality laws and professional ethics. Even the fact that you are attending treatment is kept private.
Call Malvern Private Hospital in Melbourne for a confidential discussion about cannabis detox treatment options.
Your recovery begins with a private conversation.
How does the sex and love rehab program work?
The rehabilitation phase at Malvern Private Hospital is a comprehensive program designed to help people gain recovery from their addiction to sex and love addiction or other behavioural concerns.
The program incorporates a range of therapeutic approaches, including:
- Trained, experienced and multidisciplinary team
- Psychological sessions, psychodynamic therapies and psychoeducation to help build skills for understanding and managing triggers
- Individual and group psychotherapy
- Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific life situations with tailored strategies for individual clients
- Art therapy
- Exercise such as walking or yoga
- Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery
- Promotion of healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep
- Interpersonal group therapy weekly to learn your individual assets and barriers to your path of recovery
- Real time practice in attending 12 step meetings
- Formal discharge planning
- Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed
What happens after the sex and love detox?
Detox is only the first step in recovery. Once your body is medically stabilised and the substances have cleared your system, treatment focuses on the deeper causes of dependence. This includes counselling, relapse prevention planning and learning new coping strategies for stress, pain or anxiety.
Call us to learn about detox and rehabilitation and continuing care for sex and love addiction recovery.
I feel ashamed. Will people judge me if I go to rehab?
Feeling ashamed is a common and painful part of addiction, but choosing to seek treatment is the first step toward recovery. Taking that first step is a sign of courage, not weakness.
The Malvern Private Hospital rehabilitation programs are a private medical service designed to support your recovery in a safe, respectful environment. Your treatment is confidential, and your decision to seek help is protected under health privacy laws. People who judge often do so out of misunderstanding. What truly changes when you enter rehab is how others see your strength, your commitment to recovery, and your willingness to take responsibility for your future.
Reaching out is not a failure. It is the moment everything can begin to heal. Taking this step is one of the bravest decisions a person can make.
If you are ready to start, Malvern Private Hospital in Melbourne offers a confidential, medically supervised gambling rehabilitation program.
Speak to our admissions team today to learn how we can support you.
How do I tell my GP or clinician about my medication use without being judged?
A good clinician treats sex and love dependence as a medical issue, not a moral one. Be honest about what you take, how often, and how it affects you. If you have felt judged before, ask for someone experienced in addiction medicine. You deserve an experienced team that listens and supports your recovery.
How do I protect my job and finances while I get treatment?
You are not alone in worrying about this. Most workplaces allow protected leave for health reasons. We can help you with planning and organising your leave. Your health comes first.
Will people look at me differently if they know I a sex addict?
People who seek help often earn respect because it takes courage to face the problem. Recovery does not erase your past but reshapes your future. Those around you will see strength, not weakness, in your honesty and commitment to change.
Get In Touch For A Confidential Chat
Sex & Love Addiction Rehab
in Melbourne
At Malvern Private Hospital in Melbourne,
we offer specialised sex and love addiction treatment also known as Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD)
in a safe and supportive environment to help you
begin your recovery journey with confidence.
Your Path to Recovery from Sex & Love Addiction Also Known As Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD)
We provide treatment for personality disorders and for behavioural addictions such as sex addiction. Our sex and love withdrawal services are safe, medically supervised, and delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standard of care throughout the recovery process.
We Treat A Variety Of Behavioural Dependencies
We provide hospital-based rehabilitation programs for people needing support with behavioural disorders. Our withdrawal services are safe, medically supervised, and delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standard of care throughout the recovery process.
Personalised Treatment for Your Recovery From Sex & Love Addiction
Some signs that sex and love behaviours may be turning into dependence include:
-
Feeling unable to control sexual thoughts or behaviours, even when you want to stop
-
Spending increasing amounts of time on sexual activity or pursuing relationships at the expense of work, study, or family life
-
Using sex or relationships to cope with stress, loneliness, or painful emotions
-
Continuing behaviours that cause harm to your health, self-esteem, or relationships
-
Hiding your actions from partners, friends, or colleagues out of fear or shame
-
Experiencing conflict in relationships due to secrecy, broken trust, or compulsive behaviour
-
Needing more frequent or riskier behaviours to feel the same level of relief or escape
-
Feeling regret, guilt, or emptiness after acting on compulsions
If this feels familiar, you are not alone. It means your body and mind are asking for support. That is why our programs go beyond detox. We care for the whole person, your health, your emotions, and the experiences that sit behind your addiction.
Malvern Private Hopsital is a safe and confidential hospital setting, our team offers support with compassion and understanding, never judgement.
At Malvern Private Hospital we offer a 28 Day private rehab program
We offer a 28-day inpatient private rehab program with medically supervised behavioural detox services. Our hospital-based programs provide safe, confidential care designed to guide you toward lasting recovery. By enquiring, you have already taken the first step. At Malvern Private, we walk beside you with compassion, recognising the courage it takes to face sex and love dependence and the pressures that can drive it.
Sex and love addiction does not have to define your future. Reaching out is a powerful step, and we will walk beside you with understanding and care, helping you reclaim your health, your strength, and your life.
Our Point of Difference
Trauma-Informed & Inpatient Recovery Program
At Malvern Private Hospital, we understand how difficult it can be to ask for help. Addiction often carries deep shame, fear, or confusion shaped by past experiences.
Reaching out can feel like the hardest step of all. That’s why our inpatient hospital-based drug and alcohol detox program is built on compassion, dignity, and respect. We see you as a whole person, not as your addiction, and our treatment is delivered with honesty and care.
Our 28-day residential program provides a safe, structured space to begin healing. With the support of experienced medical staff specialising in Addiction, General medicine, and Psychiatry, as well as a nursing psychotherapy team. You will explore the underlying causes of your addictive patterns and learn healthier ways to manage life, relationships and your emotional world.
Before you begin, you’ll meet with our team for a pre-admission assessment. This is your chance to share your story and ensure the program feels right for you.
We also check your private health insurance and costs upfront, so you have clarity and peace of mind from the start.
How We Support Your Recovery Journey
Healing the Whole Person
Recovery is about more than stopping. It is about learning to trust yourself again, finding healthier ways to cope, and rebuilding a life that feels balanced and sustainable.
We offer:
1 Care from a team of doctors, psychiatrists, nurses, and psychotherapists who listen without judgement
2 Individual and group therapy to explore the reasons underlying reasons for sex and love addiction and to develop understanding
3 Restorative therapies such as yoga,12 Steps, art therapy, and fitness & walking
4 Opportunities to connect with others through peer groups and in-house supports
5 Relapse prevention planning, so you leave with practical tools and strategies for life after treatment
6 Family carer support and education, because recovery is stronger when your support network understand the journey
At Malvern Private Hospital, your story matters. We honour the courage it takes to seek help, and we are here to walk beside you as you take back your health, your confidence, and your future.
How We Support Your Recovery Journey
Helping Someone With A Sex & Love Addiction?
We Can Help You
Reaching out for a loved one is an act of courage. Supporting someone through sex addiction and love dependence can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone.
Our experienced and compassionate team helps people understand the reasons behind their sex and love addiction. It stems from triggers, trauma, or mental health struggles. For others, it may be tied to social pressure or long-term coping patterns.
At Malvern Private Hospital, there is no judgement. We listen, we understand, and we provide safe, hospital-based care for both the individual and the people who care about them.
Do Behavioural Disorders Happen Slowly Or All At Once?
Behavioural addictions such as sex and love addiction usually develop gradually. What begins as a source of comfort, excitement, or emotional relief can slowly turn into a pattern that feels difficult to control. Over time, the behaviour may become a way to cope with stress, loneliness, or low mood, eventually affecting relationships, work, and self-esteem.
Recognising these changes early makes recovery easier and more effective. With professional support, it’s possible to understand the underlying causes and regain balance before the cycle deepens.
You do not have to let it reach that point. Reaching out early makes recovery safer, gentler, and more achievable.
At Malvern Private Hospital, we offer safe, confidential, hospital-based care where you will be treated with compassion, not judgement. You do not have to go through this alone, we are here to walk beside you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sex & Love Withdrawal & Recovery
Does Malvern Private Drug and Detox Hospital work with private health funds?
Yes. We are a fully accredited private hospital and hold health fund aggreements with all major private health funds. Your out-of-pocket costs will depend on your level of cover. Our staff will provide a clear and transparent estimate of all fees, including any excess or additional costs, before your admission.
What is sex & love addiction?
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD) also known as sex addiction or love addiction is not a weakness. It is a recognised disease that can affect anyone. With the right support, people can regain control, rebuild stability, and create a healthier future.
How confidential will my treatment be?
Your privacy is protected at all times. Information about your treatment is kept strictly confidential and only shared with your consent, except where required by law. Our team provides discreet, respectful care so you can focus fully on your recovery.
How does the sex and love rehab program work?
The rehabilitation phase at Malvern Private Hospital is a comprehensive program designed to help people gain recovery from their gambing addiction.
The program incorporates a range of therapeutic approaches, including:
- Trained, experienced and multidisciplinary team
- Psychodynamic therapies and psychoeducation to help build skills for understanding and managing triggers
- Individual and group psychotherapy
- Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific life situations with tailored strategies for individual clients
- Art therapy
- Exercise such as walks or yoga
- Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery
- Promotion of healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep
- Interpersonal group therapy weekly to learn your individual assets and barriers to your path of recovery
- Real time practice in attending 12 steps meetings such Gambling Anonymous
- Formal discharge planning
- Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed
What happens sex and love after detox?
Detox is only the first step in recovery.
After your inpatient program, you’ll receive a structured aftercare plan that may include outpatient therapy, relapse prevention strategies, and continued contact with your treating clinicians. This support helps you maintain progress and build stability in everyday life.
Ongoing care may involve counselling, relapse prevention planning, and learning new coping strategies for stress, pain, or anxiety. Depending on your needs, you may continue with a residential rehabilitation program, day program, or outpatient therapy. Sustained support is what turns short-term detox into lasting recovery.
Call us confidentially to learn about post-detox rehabilitation and continuing care for prescription drug recovery.
I feel ashamed. Will people judge me if I go to rehab?
Feeling ashamed is a common and painful part of addiction, but choosing to seek treatment is the first step toward recovery. Taking that first step is a sign of courage, not weakness.
Rehab is a private medical service designed to help you recover in a safe and respectful environment. Your treatment is confidential, and your decision to get help is protected by Health Act. People who judge often do so out of misunderstanding. What truly changes when you enter rehab is the way people see your strength, your commitment to your recovery, and your willingness to take responsibility for your future.
Reaching out is not a failure. It is the moment everything can begin to heal. Taking this step is one of the bravest decisions a person can make.
If you are ready to start, Malvern Private Hospital in Melbourne offers a confidential, medically supervised alcohol rehabilitation program. Speak to our admissions team today to learn how we can support you.
How do I tell my GP or clinician about my medication use without being judged?
A good clinician treats sex and love dependence as a medical issue, not a moral one. Be honest about what you take, how often, and how it affects you. If you have felt judged before, ask for someone experienced in addiction medicine. You deserve an experienced team that listens and supports your recovery.
How do I protect my job and finances while I get treatment?
You are not alone in worrying about this. Most workplaces allow protected leave for health reasons. We can help you with planning and organising your leave. Your health comes first.
Will people look at me differently if they know I am a sex addict?
People who seek help often earn respect because it takes courage to face the problem. Recovery does not erase your past but reshapes your future. Those around you will see strength, not weakness, in your honesty and commitment to change.
