Sutherland Drug and Alcohol Clinic
Service Description
Confidential outpatient counselling service for people aged 18 years and over wanting to reduce or cease cannabis use. Also for persons concerned about a family member's use. Evidence based treatment models used. Weekly sessions for around 5-8 sessions. Registrar of Addiction Medicine on site one day per week. Medical support is provided for assistance with symptoms of cannabis withdrawal if client is assessed as appropriate. Staff work closely or make referrals to Mental Health or other health as required. Information and presentations are provided for generalist health and welfare professionals and the community. Motivation Enhancement Therapy and CBT used.
http://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au
02 9540 7464, 1300 001 258 (Intake St George Drug & Alcohol)
Carringbah Community Centre, Cnr Kingsway & Kareena Road
Caringbah, NSW, 2229
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri: 8.30am-4pm
Accessibility
Referral System
Can self-refer, relatives or health professionals can also refer with the client's consent. Must be 16 years or older.
Service Fees
Medicare
Languages (other than English)
Interpreter service available
Disability Access
Yes. Wheelchair accessible
Organisational Information
Area Served
NSW
Parent Organisation
Sutherland Hospital (South Eastern Sydney Illawarra Area Health Service)
Postal Address
Drug and Alcohol Clinic
Taren Point
NSW
2229
Other Information
Facilities Available
None
Volunteering Opportunities
None
Last Updated: 19 March 2024