Guide for Accessing Services in NSW: Treatment

Mental Health Carers (NSW) in conjunction with the Australian BPD Foundation have developed a Guide to accessing Services for BPD in NSW.

We will attempt to keep this information as up to date as possible. Information updated as of 28/5/24. If you feel a service should be included please contact us.

NB: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and a listing does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Australian BPD Foundation. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to contact the service directly or consult a qualified medical practitioner.

# indicates the service offers a program or support for people with borderline personality disorder.  For more information please check with the applicable service.

Inpatient Treatment and Day Programs (Private)

The Sydney Clinic # 

Private psychiatric hospital. Assessment and treatment for mood and anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, ADD, PTSD, personality disorders, and postnatal depression. Inpatient, day-patient and outreach services provided. Includes drug and alcohol addiction treatment/detox. Patients must be 18 years or older. Inpatient includes CBT and DBT therapy orientation for approx 3 weeks. Day programs for those recently discharged from hospital include 5 week Introduction to DBT Program (Wednesday 9:30 to 2:30) followed by 6 month DBT program (Fridays 9:30-2:30pm). This includes a full DBT program (group therapy, individual, telephone call coaching, etc) and clinicians include psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, admin staff, psychologists).

Contact Details:
P: 02 9389 8888
E: tscreception@healthscope.com.au
W: www.thesydneyclinic.com.au
A: 22-24 Murray St, Bronte NSW 2024

South West Clinic

Private mental health inpatient unit (not BPD specific). Treatment programs for inpatient and outpatient based therapy catering to individual needs within the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) based flexible structure. Includes mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia, and other psychotic disorders, four week alcohol and other drug detoxification. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy modules available. 

Contact Details:
P: 02 9600 4340
E: ssw.administration@healthscope.com.au
W: https://sydneysouthwestprivatehospital.com.au/services/mental-health
A: 40 Bigge St, Liverpool NSW 2170

Ramsay Clinic Wentworthville (North Side West Clinic) #

Inpatient treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, drug and alcohol dependence (detox and rehabilitation program), eating disorders, schizophrenia, psychosis and personality disorders. Day Program: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills Group (DBT Skills) 12 month program, closed group. This program is psychoeducational with emphasis on practical skill building in areas of Mindfulness training, Interpersonal effectiveness skills, Emotional regulation skills and Distress tolerance skills. For further information or to make a referral please call John Fowler (Day Program Manager, Email: fowlerj@ramsayhealth.com.au Phone: 02 9433 3532) or the Day Program Admin team DPadmin.nsc@ramsayhealth.com.au

Contact Details:
P: 02 8833 2222
E: enquiry.nwc@ramsayhealth.com.au
W: https://www.ramsaymentalhealth.com.au/en/our-locations/Mental-health-clinics/nsw-locations/Wentworthville/
A: 23-27 Lytton St, Wentworthville NSW 2145

Ramsay Clinic Northside #

Private Psychiatric Hospital. Inpatient treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, drug and alcohol dependence (detox and rehabilitation program), eating disorders, schizophrenia, psychosis and personality disorders.  Referral required from a GP or Psychiatrist. Day Program: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skills Group (DBT Skills). This program is psychoeducational with emphasis on practical skill building in areas of Mindfulness training, Interpersonal effectiveness skills, Emotional regulation skills and Distress tolerance skills. This program runs for a minimum period of 24 weeks with set start dates. For further information or to make a referral please call the Allied Health Manager on 02 8833 2200.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9433 3555
E: enquiry.nsc@ramsayhealth.com.au
W: https://www.ramsaymentalhealth.com.au/northside
A: 3 Frederick Street St Leonards NSW 2065

Ramsay Clinic Lakeside

Offers in-patient treatment (generalist program for all mental health conditions including personality disorder and complex trauma) and outpatient treatment. Inpatient program is streamed for different needs and involves a plan/goal of admission and formulation of treatment plan based on group timetables suited for individual needs and can include DBT/ ACT/ CBT related topics/groups, mindfulness groups, creative groups individual therapy, psychiatrist assessment/reviews, discharge/future planning. Admission requires referral from GP or Psychiatrist and private health insurance (or payment in full without private health insurance). Outpatient Day programs include: 18-week DBT program, 20-week relapse prevention program for inpatients who have recently been discharged, 16-week Men’s Emotional Regulation program. DBT Day program requires an outside therapist, and all-day programs require referral through GP or psychiatrist and private health insurance or payment in full. Ramsay Clinic Lakeside are in the process of commencing a Complex PTSD day program group in approximately September 2024.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4958 4288
E: Click here for online form
W: https://www.ramsaymentalhealth.com.au/en/our-locations/Mental-health-clinics/nsw-locations/lakeside/
A: Warners Bay Private Hospital,  Fairfax Road Warners Bay NSW 2282

Ramsay Clinic Coffs Harbour

Offers in-patient treatment (generalist program for approx. 2 weeks for all mental health conditions, including personality disorder and complex trauma). Inpatient program is streamed for different needs and involves a plan/goal of admission and formulation of treatment plan based on group timetables suited for individual needs and can include general DBT/ ACT/ CBT related topics/groups, mindfulness groups, creative groups, exercise groups, individual therapy, psychiatrist assessment and reviews, discharge and future planning. Admission requires referral from GP or Psychiatrist and private health insurance (or payment in full without private health insurance).

Contact Details:
P: 02 6659 4444
E: Click here for online form
W: https://www.ramsaymentalhealth.com.au/en/our-locations/Mental-health-clinics/nsw-locations/coffsharbour/ 
A: Baringa Private Hospital, Mackays Road, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

Ramsay Clinic Macarthur

Offers in-patient treatment (generalist program for 3-weeks for all mental health conditions, including personality disorder and complex trauma). Inpatient program is streamed for different needs and involves a plan/goal of admission and formulation of treatment plan based on group timetables suited for individual needs and can include general DBT/ ACT/ CBT related topics/groups, mindfulness groups, creative groups, exercise groups, individual therapy, psychiatrist assessment and reviews, discharge and future planning. Admission requires referral from GP or Psychiatrist and private health insurance, Workers compensation, DVA, or self-funding. DBT Day program: 12-month DBT skills only group running 9:00am-2:30pm Monday, Tuesday, or Friday. DBT Modules are 9 weeks long and groups are closed once the module starts (with three groups usually running at the same time). Waitlist is approximately 2-3 months long, dependant on when the next module is open and availability. Individuals are required to have an individual therapist external to the hospital. Individuals can be referred by their GP, can self refer, or be referred by a friend/family. Admission requires referral from GP or Psychiatrist and private health insurance, Workers compensation, DVA, or self-funding. Note: When people are waiting to start the DBT program they occasionally opt to choose to complete another day program that might also be helpful (e.g. anxiety management, depression management).

Contact Details:
P: 02 4640 5555
E: Click here for online form
W: https://www.ramsaymentalhealth.com.au/en/our-locations/Mental-health-clinics/nsw-locations/Macarthur/
A: 92-96 Dumaresq Street Campbelltown NSW 2560

St John of God, Burwood #

Private psychiatric hospital with inpatient admission and outpatient clinic (Counselling & Therapy Centre). Includes a number of relevant programs including Wise Mind (DBT), Schema Focused Therapy, Adult trauma plus many others. Inpatient Personality Disorder Program (approx. 3 weeks): Offers DBT as primary therapy option but work closely with you to ensure you get the care that is right for you. Will explore topics including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Access to a mix of individual and group-based therapies. Referrals and costs: GP referral, Private Health Insurance, Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Work Cover. Self-funded patients are welcome. Offers outpatient 48-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) program with new intake every 8 weeks. Patients must be 18 years and over. Aimed at people who have difficulty regulating intense emotions and poor impulse control. Teaches skills in dealing with crises, managing emotions more effectively, and improving interpersonal interactions. The DBT program comprises the skills group component of DBT treatment only, and participants are required to having an existing individual therapist (outside of group). Outpatient clinic also offers other group programs including Anxiety & Depression, Schema Therapy, Adult Trauma programs, and more. Current availability to accept new referrals for their DBT program as of 26th June 2023.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9715 9200
E: info.burwood@sjog.org.au
W: https://www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-burwood-hospital 
Counselling and Therapy Centre: 420 Parramatta Road, Burwood, NSW 2134 – Access and parking available via 3 Grantham Street, Burwood, NSW 2134
St John of God Burwood Hospital: 13 Grantham St, Burwood NSW 2134

Brisbane Waters Private Hospital #

Provides a variety of programs to help people with a mental illness including both inpatient and outpatient services. Inpatient programs include: alcohol & other substance dependency issues, bipolar, depression, psychosis, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, personality disorders, post traumatic stress disorders, grief & loss and anger management. The Central Coast Clinic provides a range of in-patient and day program treatment services for individuals experiencing a range of mental illnesses and mood disorders including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and other conditions. Inpatient treatment comprises combination of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) techniques.

Dialectal Behaviour Therapy Skills (DBT) Program: This program is skill-based and assists individuals experiencing emotional distress, manifesting in unstable mood states and unstable relationships. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Day Program (DBT) has a strong commitment to individualising therapy to meet the individual needs and to teach lifestyle enhancing skills. DBT combines standard cognitive behavioural techniques for emotional regulation and reality testing with concepts of mindful awareness, distress tolerance and acceptance.

Contact Details:
P: General Enquiries: 02 4341 9522. Intake: 02 4343 0214.
E: brisbanewaters@healthecare.com.au
W: https://centralcoastclinic.com.au/program-specialties/mental-illness-and-mood-disorders/personality-disorders
A: Brisbane Waters Private Hospital, 21 Vidler Ave Woy Woy NSW 2256

Mayo Private Hospital #

Provides treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder with Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) outpatient program. Referral required from a GP or Psychiatrist. If your are diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder or have intense, unstable moods, self-harm, and unstable relationships, this program may be useful for you in addressing your individual clinical needs. Program Content: Introduction, Mindfulness, Psychoeducation, Core Mindfulness and Distress Tolerance, Core Mindfulness and Interpersonal Effectiveness, CBT and ACT components
About the program: The DBT Day Program is run by a multidisciplinary treatment team. It is skill based and assists patients to tolerate intense feelings and learn to manage self-harming behaviours often associated with borderline personality disorder. DBT combines standard cognitive behavioural techniques for emotion regulation and reality testing with concepts of mindful awareness, distress tolerance and acceptance. DBT can be used to help people who experience symptoms of impulsivity, frequent interpersonal conflict and difficulty with emotional regulation, anger and inability to cope on stressful situations.

Contact Details:
P: 02 6539 3600
E: Click here for email form
W: https://mayoprivatementalhealth.com.au/mental-health-specialties/mental-health-outpatient-programs/dialectical-behaviour-therapy-dbt
A: Mayo Private Hospital, 2 Potoroo Drive Taree NSW 2430

Toronto Private Hospital #

Provides specialised inpatient and outpatient treatment for BPD. Inpatient treatment clients must be admitted under the care of a Psychiatrist with admitting rights to Toronto Private. Psychiatrists are well-versed in the assessment and treatment of patients presenting with mental health disorders, as well as exacerbation of pre-existing disorders often associated with BPD. Understanding the disorder is critical in the context of treatment, as it can often be misdiagnosed as another mental illness, particularly as a mood disorder. Crisis survival skills including distraction, self-soothing and improving the moment; as well mindfulness skills including observing, non-judgement and reflection form part of the program. Inpatient treatment is complemented by day programs, which provide continued support for people living with Borderline Personality Disorder to better cope with day-to-day life. Day Program: This group is held on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings 9.00am-12.00pm every week for 24 weeks. A referral from a Psychiatrist or GP is required to access Toronto Therapy Services mental health day programs. If required, a mental health assessment will be arranged prior to commencing a program. Participants are admitted as a day patient and as such, can claim attendance via their health fund or Workers Compensation. We ask that participants confirm any applicable out of pocket or gap costs directly with Toronto Private Hospital. Further information For information on this program please contact the Toronto Private Hospital Day Programs Team. T: 02 4956 0115 E: toronto.therapyservices@aurorahealth.com.au

Contact Details:
P: (02) 4950 4477
E: tortph@aurorahealth.com.au
W: https://torontoprivatementalhealth.com.au/
A: Cary St &, Excelsior Parade, Toronto NSW 2283

Maitland Private Hospital

Offers inpatient programs for a wide range of psychiatric conditions including BPD, trauma &addictive disorders. 44 bed mental health unit is staffed by Psychiatrists, Medical, Nursing and Allied Health professionals .Each patient is admitted under the care of a consultant psychiatrist whom they see throughout their admission. Patients are also supported by our team of allied health professionals and highly trained mental health nurses.
DBT Day program: designed for people who are experiencing difficulties in emotion regulation, impulsivity, frequent interpersonal conflict and poor coping in stressful situations. This program offers an introduction to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to develop skils of mindful awareness, distress tolerance and acceptance. Offered one day a week over twelve or twenty-four weeks, as either a morning or afternoon session. Ask your GP or treating psychiatrist for a referral to The Barrington Clinic Day Programs. Once we have received your referral we will contact you to arrange an initial assessment. Participants are admitted as a day patient and as such, can claim attendance via their health fund. please contact: THE BARRINGTON CLINIC DAY PROGRAMS P. 02 4937 9570 F. 02 9300 5528 E. maitland.admissions@healthecare.com.au"

Contact Details:
P: 02 4933 8400
E: Click here for online form
W: https://maitlandprivatehospital.com.au/
A: Maitland Private Hospital 175 Chisholm Road East Maitland NSW 2323

The Hills Private Hospital (Windsor Road Private Clinic) #

Provides a variety of programs to help people with a mental illness including both inpatient and outpatient services, with 96 beds. There is a 19 bed sub-acute adult unit. Day programs include: Anxiety and Depression, life strategies, addictive behaviours, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), managing Bipolar Disorder. Inpatient programs include: alcohol & other substance dependency issues, Bipolar, Depression, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders, grief and loss and Anger Management. DBT programs available.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9639 3333
E: wrpc@healthscope.com.au
W: www.thehillsprivatehospital.com.au
A: 499 Windsor Rd, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153

Belmont Private Hospital

A private hospital specialising in short stay mental health care for both inpatients and day program patients. There is a dedicated inpatient unit for Post Natal Mood Disorders, and specialist treatment for Dissociative Disorders. There is an Acute Psychiatric Treatment Unit, and units for both voluntary and involuntary patients. Treatments for Trauma, both inpatient and day patient. Day programs include:
* Please note: This service is in Queensland, but conceivably the closest service for some Northern NSW residents

• 12 Week "Dealing with Distress" group based on the principles of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
• 6 Month DBT Program: for patients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. Offered as a day and evening program.
• 12 Week "DBT for Young Adults" (DBT-YA): skill based program that assists young people aged18-25 years who experience intense, unstable mood states, self-harm and unstable relationships.

Contact Details:
P: 07 3398 0111
E: belmontprivate@healthcare.com.au
W: https://belmontprivate.com.au/specialties/borderline-personality-disorder/treatment-for-borderline-personality-disorder 

        Private Practice Programs

DBT Psychology Clinic #

The DBT Psychology Clinic is a private outpatient clinic located in Potts Point, Sydney. They offer a comprehensive/ high fidelity Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) treatment program with individual therapy and call coaching. Program includes 3 x 8-week Modules (including Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation, Mindfulness and Distress Tolerance, Mindfulness and Interpersonal Effectiveness). The program is designed to for clients to complete twice for better chances of skill retention and outcomes. Clients can choose to pay per week ($495), per module ($3700), or per round ($10,000) of DBT. Can offer standard 10 Medicare MHCP rebates for individual therapy ($137 following rebate) and 10 group therapy ($30 following rebate). If applicable, clients can claim remaining sessions on private health insurance. Costs are occasionally paid by third parties (e.g. DOCs, Open Arms Referral, workers compensation) and individuals can call to see if they are eligible.

Website
P: 0434 595 195
A: 2/27 Challis Avenue, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
E: info@dbtpsychologyclinic.com

Personal Psychology Clinic #

Offers psychotherapy and counselling including DBT, Attachment-Based Family Therapy and Schema Therapy

P: 02 9100 0909
W: https://personalpsychology.com.au/
E: hello@personalpsychology.com.au 
A: 66 Clark Rd, North Sydney, Lower North Shore, NSW, 2066.

Sydney Clinical Psychology #

Private practice which provides both individual therapy and a 20-week DBT group. The service is for adults over 18, however, they offer younger clients adolescent services. Group participants are required to see an individual psychologist if involved with the DBT group (either through their service or externally). The program is run by clinical psychologists and general psychologists trained in DBT. The process of accessing program involves clients contacting the reception, booking an intake assessment with a psychologist (1hr), and being placed on a waitlist for the next available group. The waitlist fluctuates- they typically run 4-5 groups per year, mostly at the beginning and middle of the year, with additional groups scheduled if there is enough demand. The cost is $140 per 2-hour group session, totalling $2800 for the 20-week term. Clients can receive a Medicare rebate for group sessions ($640 back from Medicare Mental Health Care Plan, covering 10 individual and 10 group sessions, with the group rebate at $64 per session).

P: 02 9517 1764
E:  dbtintake@sydneyclinicalpsychology.com.au
W: https://www.sydneyclinicalpsychology.com.au/ 
A: Suite 211, RPA Medical Centre, 100 Carillon Avenue, Newtown, NSW 2042

Institute for Healthy Living

Private practice that offers individual therapy (CBT, DBT and Schema Therapy orientation). Private health cover can be used but refund varies enormously between funds. Referral through GP/ MHCP. This service is partially rebated through Medicare however a gap fee will be charged.

P: 02 8937 0667
E: info@institute4healthyliving.com 
W: www.institute4healthyliving.com
A: 1501B / 520 Oxford St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022

The Lighthouse Practice #

Offers individual therapy (Dialectical Behaviour therapy, cognitive reprocessing therapy, EMDR and schema therapy) across three locations (one practice in Moorebank and two in Campbelltown) and group DBT. The waitlist for individual therapy fluctuates but is usually approximately 1 month. Practice fee's are on a sliding scale- can bulk bill with mental health care plans, are accredited Victim Services providers, and deliver services under You In Mind (PHN program) and NDIS. The DBT group includes 3 hours of group per week, telephone coaching with a psychologist, and handouts/ resources. Clients must be in the South Western Sydney catchment. The total cost of the DBT group is $2,430 for pre-assessment consults, 1.5 hour assessment, pre-group session, all 10 weeks of group plus phone coaching from 8am till 8pm for the duration of group and workbook with resources. For more information about the DBT group or to book email Grace Smith (Lead DBT Facilitator) at grace@thelighthousepractice.com.au.

General email: reception@thelighthousepractice.com.au
General website: https://thelighthousepractice.com/ 

Morebank Practice:
P: 02 8798 7082
A: Unit 3/43 Heathcote Rd Moorebank NSW 2170

Campbelltown Practices:
P: 02 4626 5878
A: 139B Lindesay St Campbelltown NSW 2560

P: 02 4606 3824
A: Suite 3/1-9 Iolanthe St Campbelltown NSW 2560

The Resilience Centre #

The Resilience Centre provides individual therapy and a comprehensive DBT Program. As the DBT program runs once a year for almost 6 months (24 weeks). The program is broken down into three x 8-week modules, with a one-week break between each module. Participants are required to attend the 2-hour skills group each week and an individual session with a DBT-trained psychologist from their DBT Team. As the program only runs once per year, if someone misses the intake they will have to wait until the following year. Admission process: Contact Claudia for DBT Program on 0435 878 462 or email claudia@theresiliencecentre.com.au. Next Program: February, 2025. Cost: GPs and psychiatrists can assess eligibility for a Medicare rebate under a Mental Health Care Plan for this program for both individual and group visits. (a rebate of $22.90 for up to 10 group sessions may apply). Tea & coffee provided.

P: (02) 9869 0377
E: confidential@theresiliencecentre.com.au
W: https://www.theresiliencecentre.com.au/ 
A: Suite 401, Level 4, 51 Rawson St Epping NSW 2121

The Psychological Health Centre #

The DBT Solutions program runs a comprehensive DBT Program (including group session, individual therapy, call coaching) continuously throughout the year . There is a process of 2 assessment sessions and 2 - 3 pre-treatment sessions before beginning the program. The service usually have entry points to commence program every 7 - 8 weeks throughout the year. Costs include the weekly individual sessions, weekly group skills training sessions and between session coaching and are payable up front in a single payment of $9,000.00 (this would attract a 5% discount for full payment upfront, $8,550.00) or clients can pay per module. (Emotion Regulation module - 8 weeks $3,600.00; Interpersonal Effectiveness - 6 weeks $2,700.00; Distress Tolerance - 6 weeks $2,700.00). The program is 20-weeks and clients can repeat the program if they decide that would be beneficial.

P: 0481 308742
E: info@psychologicalhealthcentre.com.au
W: https://www.psychologicalhealthcentre.com.au/dialectical-behaviour-therapy/
A: Suite 10, 2A Redman Road, Dee Why 2099 Northern Beaches

Strelitzia Consulting Rooms #

Private consulting rooms which offers a range of in-person and telehealth individual therapy appropriate for BPD and complex trauma. They offer a number of therapy orientations, including short- and long- term psychodynamic therapy (a relational therapy which concentrates on relationship difficulties), DBT, ACT, schema therapy and often assist people with BPD/complex trauma who have not responded to short-term experiences of therapy (either due to inappropriate treatment or the treatment type/ duration have not met their needs). The team is comprised of 12 psychologists and psychiatrists, availability depends on client and therapist schedules/availability. Costs are based on therapist level of training, they accept MHCP (private health insurance and workers compensation may be accepted, call the clinic for more information). Referrals can be faxed through to 02 8350 3922.

P: 0416 181 431
E: To access the online enquiry form click here. 
W: https://www.strelitziaconsultingrooms.com.au/strelitzia-consulting-rooms-clinicians.html
A: Suite 6, Level 2, 924 Pacific Highway, Gordon NSW 2072

Life and Mind Psychology #

Private practice which offers individual therapy and DBT-informed skills group (concurrent individual therapy required). The practice is comprised of clinical psychologists, general psychologists, and clinical psychology registrars who practice a variety of orientations including DBT, ACT, Schema therapy, and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Waitlist and availability is dependent on clinician availability and open/closed books (usually a number of months). Will accept MHCP from GP or can individuals can pay privately ($293 per session before medicate rebate). Runs a 20-week DBT-informed Skills group running on Mondays, commencing April- September 2024. Individuals engaged with group must be concurrently seeing an individual therapist (either externally or within the practice).  

P: 02 9525 8443
E: admin@lifeandmind.com.au
W: https://lifeandmind.com.au/services/adults/
A: 19 Gordon Street Caringbah NSW 2229 and Suite 3/155 Denman Avenue
Caringbah NSW 2229

Genesis Psychology and Counselling #

This practice provides individual therapy and a low-cost DBT skills group for anyone over 18 years old. Please see attached information about their next DBT skills group program beginning on Thursday 4 July 2024 running from 1pm to 3pm each week. This brief DBT skills group is for people struggling with emotion dysregulation. The in-person program based in Seven Hills, NSW includes one individual orientation session with a psychologist and 7 weekly 2 hour group sessions focusing on mindful living, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Cost: $600 for program payable in 3 instalments of $200, with the first payment made at the individual orientation session. The full $600 fee is payable should the participant withdraw before completing the program. Participants with a Mental Health Treatment Plan may be eligible for a rebate for the orientation session ($93.35) and the group sessions ($23.70 per session). Therefore, the out of pocket expense for the program after rebates is $370.75. The fee is reviewed annually and they will provide an update each year.

P: 02 9683 3664
E: genesis@uniting.org
W: https://www.uniting.org/services/mental-health/facility/genesis-counselling
A: Unit 4, 197 Prospect Hwy Seven Hills, NSW 2147

Dune Health and Wellbeing #

Provides individual therapy and DBT skills group. The DBT Skills Training Group is an adaption of DBT- ST 10 weeks, integrating skills from the 4 key modules. Individuals 16+ with MHCP are eligible to be considered for the program. Program involves 1 individual initial assessment session (80 mins for new clients to the practice), then 10 group sessions per week that are 120 minutes in duration, and one final individual session (50 mins). It is recommended that participants engage in 5 individual therapy sessions with one of their psychologists whilst attending the DBT group program. Individual sessions are highly encouraged on a fortnightly basis to support implementation of the skills learnt in the group within your particular circumstances. Program appropriate for people with BPD, PTSD and/or self-harm and suicidality. Cost: In addition to the Medicare rebate, clients using a current MHCP are required to pay an out-of-pocket fee for the group of $115 for each 120-minute session which is invoiced in 2 instalments ($575 for the first 5 group sessions and $575 for the second 5 group sessions). The total out of pocket fee for the 10 instructional weeks of the group program is $1150. Register interest for the DBT group by completing this registration form or contact via phone or email below.

P: 02 9138 0660
E: admin@dunehealthandwellbeing.com
W: https://www.dunehealthandwellbeing.com/services/group-therapy/dbt-skills-group
A: Suite 4, Level 1, 240 George St, Liverpool NSW 2170

The Centre for Radically-Open DBT and DBT #

RO-DBT classes and groups run all year round. Adult courses run from 24 - 30 sessions depending on the program and the teen courses run for 20 lessons. Client will need to also be in individual therapy to attend the skills classes (either a clinician in the centre or an external one). The Centre will provide skills coaching sessions if your individual therapist is not trained in standard DBT or Radically Open DBT.  The Centre also runs DBT Skills Groups.

Contact details:
P: 02 8859 9588
E: info@radicallyopen.com.au
W: https://www.radicallyopen.com.au/
A: 155 Marion Street Leichhardt NSW 2040

DBT Institute- DBT Assist #

DBT Assist is an online service of the Australian DBT Institute which supports individual participants learn DBT skills through an online education portal.  DBT Assist provides access to web-based interventions that can be classified into those that are guided (groups and individual support by mental health professionals) or those that are automated (self-paced learning with email and video prompts to assist progress through content). DBT Groups (online and in person) include: DBT Primer Program, DBT Modules: Distress Tolerence, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Radically Open DBT Skills Class and DBT Graduate Group.

Contact details: 
P: (02) 8319 5599 
E: admin@dbtassist.com
W: https://www.dbtassist.com/home

Online Self Paced DBT Course

Dr Yvette Vardy delivers an online self-paced DBT Skills course. The online self-paced DBT course is designed to extend people further than just reading the DBT textbook alone, however, is not a live DBT group/program. There are no prerequisites for the course and it is designed to increase access to DBT. It is strongly encouraged that people engage with an individual therapist while completing the course. The online course comprises 3 modules (distress tolerance, emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness) with each module starting with 2 weeks of core mindfulness skills. Each module includes 1 welcome session and 8 weeks of material. Participants complete 1 DBT module at a time and course includes 1.5hr skills training (pre-recorded) video material, handouts/worksheets each week. Each week there is a 1.5 hr live Q and A session (Saturday morning 10:00-11:30am) with a focus on understanding skills and applying them to a situation. This Q and A session is held in webinar format which does not require cameras/microphones to allow for privacy and anonymity. Cost: $120 +GST per session (9 sessions per module) which can be paid as a one-off fee or through a weekly payment plan. For concession card holders cost is approx $80 per session (33% off). Check on online or email for details about upcoming modules.

•Free diary card course also offered to learn about how to use DBT diary - https://www.yvettevardy.com/online-dbt-courses

Online contact form available here
W: https://www.yvettevardy.com/dbt-psychology

Publicly funded Supports/ Local Mental Health Teams (Public)

Case Management and Assessment Team Maroubra 

Provides ongoing support and treatment, mainly to people with long term mental health disorders, such as Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders. Services include Aged Care Mental Health, Cognitive Behaviour Assessment, Dual Diagnosis, Relapse Prevention, Family Support, Depression, Personality Disorders, and Anxiety after mental state is stabilised.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9366 8711
W: http://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Mental_health/EasternSuburbsMHS.asp
A: 130 Garden St, Maroubra NSW 2035

Centre for Psychotherapy #

Consultation, supervision, training. Treatment of eating disorders and borderline personality disorder. A 12 month Dialectical Behaviour Therapy program is available. The initial program is 6 months with an option to extend. This is an outpatient treatment. Service for people 18 years and over living in the Hunter New England LHD, assessment criteria applies. Will treat BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder) from 17 years.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4924 6820
W: http://www.hnehealth.nsw.gov.au/Pages/home.aspx
A: 72 Watt St, Newcastle, NSW 2300

Westmead Psychotherapy Program for Complex Traumatic Disorders (Cumberland Hospital) #

Westmead Psychotherapy Program (WPP) for Complex Traumatic Disorders which runs in conjunction with the University of Sydney Master of Medicine (Psychotherapy) and Master of Science in Medicine (Psychotherapy Program).The Westmead Psychotherapy Program is based at the Mental Health Sciences Centre (Building 112 on the Cumberland Hospital Campus). The program provides a range of opportunities for individual psychotherapy, ranging from acute and brief to longer-term interventions. The focus of the program is on the treatment of Mental Disorders that have a strong link to the experience of trauma and/or loss, particularly complex trauma, founded in traumatic experience early in life or relational trauma. Current waitlist for long term therapy is approx 2 years, however, shorter intervention can be offered during this time. Individuals must reside in the catchment area. Referral forms can be accessed from the Western Sydney LHD website.

P: 02 9840 3335
W: https://www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/mental-health-services/how-we-help/community-services/westmead-psychotherapy-program
A: Cumberland Hospital, Mental Health Sciences Building 112, 5 Fleet St, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Wahroonga Rehabilitation Service (WRS) - Hornsby Hospital #

Provides 20 week DBT program, RISE program, and Brief Intervention Gold Card Clinic. Must live in Hornsby catchment (Northern Sydney LHD) for both groups.

Contact details:
P: 02 9487 1699
W: https://www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Services/Pages/WRS-Hornsby.aspx
A: Wahroonga Park Cottage Level 2 Cnr Stuart and Illoura Streets Wahroonga 2076

Emotional Health Clinic and Research Unit (EHCRU)- Cumberland Hospital Clinical Psychology Services #

The Emotional Health Clinic & Research Unit provides clinical psychology services for adults who experience difficulties in relationships, sense of self, emotional dysregulation, and impulsive or self-destructive behaviours. This is often associated with diagnoses or characteristics of personality disorder and/or complex trauma. The Clinic services adults over 18 years living in the WSLHD catchment area. Service is not suitable for people with current difficulties related to psychosis or for those with a significant forensic history or aggressive behaviour. People with challenges related to substance use can be admitted to the program providing they are engaged with a Drug Health program. Referrals: You may be referred to the clinic on completion of the local Gold Card Clinic program, by your local community mental health team within the WSLHD Mental Health Service, or via Drug Health services. You may be required to maintain your communication with these services for the duration of your program with the EHCRU. Self-referrals and referrals from organisations/service providers independent of the WSLHD Mental Health Service are not accepted. Waiting List: The EHCRU does not maintain a waitlist. Generally, consumers can commence a program with the EHCRU within 2-4 weeks of acceptance of their referral. Cost: no cost for consumers with a current Medicare card.

P: (02) 9840 4095 
W: https://www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Mental-Health-Services/How-we-help/Community-Services/ehcru
A: Building 78 Gardeners Cottage, Cumberland Hospital, 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Prince of Wales Hospital- BLIP and DBT Program #

BLIP (Brief Lifeworks Intervention Program): is a brief intervention program that operates of the Gold Card Clinic model (3 sessions and 1 session with family/carer). Patients cant self-refer. Short term intervention crisis service. 
DBT program: if people are in BLIP and its deemed DBT would be appropriate treatment they can self-refer by calling the mental health line and requesting referral to DBT program at Prince of Wales hospital. Offers 2 different DBT groups, must be within the catchment area.
1) Shortened DBT skills group- online 12-week DBT course which summarises all modules. Aimed for people who might not require full program but would benefit from skills. Suitable to those who are "higher functioning" e.g working, studying. 
2) Traditional DBT program (9 months) which runs all 4 modules, 8-weeks per module. Individuals must have an external individual therapist and be seeing them at least once a month. Inclusion/exclusion: Must be in Prince of Wales catchment area, 18 years +, primary difficulty with mood and emotional and dysregulation. Individuals must have individual therapist min monthly. Waitlist/availability fluctuates (usually approx 9months)

Contact details: 
P: (02) 9382 2222 (general hospital line)
W: https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/services-clinics/mental-health#district-program-mental-health
A: The Prince of Wales Hospital 320-346 Barker St, Randwick NSW 2031

Inner City DBT Skills Group #

The Inner City Health Program (ICHP) at St Vincent’s Hospital Darlinghurst runs a coping skills group based on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Group participation involves attendance at weekly, 2.5hr group sessions for 16 weeks. Participants must reside in the St Vincent’s Mental Health service’s catchment area. This includes: Darlinghurst, Millers Point, Dawes Point, The Rocks, Barangaroo, parts of Sydney CBD, parts of Chippendale, parts of Ultimo, parts of Haymarket, Woolloomooloo, Surry Hills, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Darling Point, Elizabeth Bay, Rushcutters Bay, Paddington, parts of Woollahra, parts of Edgecliff, parts of Double Bay, parts of Centennial Park, parts of Moore Park.

Contact details:
P: 1800 011 511
W: https://www.svhs.org.au/our-services/list-of-services/psychology/inner-city-dbt-skillsA: Level 4, The O’Brien Centre, 390 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst

Therapy and Recovery Service

The Therapy and Recovery Service provides community and hospital-based services to consumers to assist them to achieve identified social, vocational, recreational and living skill related goals. The service also provides targeted psychological treatment for anxiety, mood and related disorders and problematic gambling. Includes DBT Program.

Contact details:
P: 02 9794 1997
W: https://www.swslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/MentalHealth/chLivFF.html
A: 152-168B The Horsley Drive, Cnr Mitchell St Carramar, NSW, 2163"

Illawarra Community Mental Health Team & Psychological Service #

Provides brief intervention based on the relational model of treatment. Brief 3 session (plus one carer session) intervention service for people in crisis. Also provides Psychological Service focusing on complex anxiety disorders such as OCC, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD. Specialist therapeutic group program based on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. Upon receiving referral from Mental Health Intake (see referral section), client is contacted and put on a waiting list for assessment & appropriate treatment. Assessments are weekly and treatments are for a 12 month period.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4254 1500
W: http://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/
A: 1-5 Atchison St, Wollongong, NSW 2500

MyStep 

MyStep to Mental Wellbeing (MyStep) offers a range of mental health supports for all ages from health information and early intervention to psychological treatment for mental health issues. Includes a 6-week DBT program (subject to waitlists/availability). Services are delivered face to face and using telehealth. MyStep is free, funded by the Murrumbidgee Local Health District, and in available to anyone residing in the Murrumbidgee PHN area. Referrals can be sent via the MPHN Central Access and Navigation Service. Self referrals are also welcome. A mental health treatment plan from a GP may be needed for ongoing support.

Contact details: 
P: 1800 931 603
E: can@mphn.org.au
W: https://mphn.org.au/mhs/mystep-to-mental-wellbeing

Griffith Suicide Prevention & Support Hotline

Operates a 24 hour telephone crisis line 1300 133 911. Griffith Suicide Prevention and Support Group Inc offer counselling, advice and referral support for people lonely, depressed or affected by suicide. This service is provided by trained people who listen care and can help. This is a confidential and free service.

Lower North Shore Community Mental Health Team #

DBT (individual and group therapy). Clients must live in the local government area.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9462 9100
W: http://www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Services/Directory/Pages/NSRMHS-Early-Intervention-Service.aspx
A: Level 1, 2 C Herbert Street, St Leonards, NSW 2065

South Western Sydney Community Mental Health #

To access Mental Health Services within South Western Sydney ring the Mental health Line: 1800 011 511. To contact your local Mental Health team please click here

A: Services located in Bankstown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Camden, Wollondilly and Wingecarribee

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service - Hurstville Team

The Intensive Care and Assessment Team (ICAT) is located at St George Hospital and focuses on assessment, safety and brief interventions for families dealing with challenging mental health difficulties.

Contact Details:
P: 02 8198 7300
W: http://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/
A: 34 Woniora Rd, Hurstville, NSW 2220

Taree Community Mental Health Service #

DBT program consists of three components: Individual therapy 1 hour per week, group therapy 2 & 1/2 hours and an after-hours phone coaching line. The Program runs for 12 months with an option to continue individual therapy only, for another year. Subject to availability and eligibility requirements. 

Contact Details:
P: 02 6592 9217
W: http://www.hnehealth.nsw.gov.au/facilities/community
A: 64 Pulteney Street, Taree, NSW 2430

Sutherland Hospital Community Mental Health #

Provides 18 month comprehensive DBT based program includes individual therapy and skills training group. Clients are asked to commit 9 weeks at a time, and must complete 4-week assessment/orientation to confirm the program is right for them at this time. Inclusion/exclusion criteria: Must reside in the SESLHD catchment, be over 18 years, can commit to 2 sessions a week, client must not have any alcohol issues or be receiving DBT from any other source. Waitlist fluctuates, can be up to a year based on demand. Individuals can self refer or others (carer, friends, parent, partner) can refer through the NSW Mental Health Line. Note: Sutherland CAMHS provides a DBT program for under 18s.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9540 7800 (admin)- 1800 011 511 (Intake).
W: https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/adult-community-mental-health-service-1
A: Sutherland Hospital, The Kingsway, Caringbah, NSW 2229

Penrith Child & Adolescent Mental Health #

DBT Trained Clinicians available.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4725 9800
W: http://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/mental-health
A: Level 1, CYMHS, 606 High St, Penrith, NSW 2750

Nowra Community Mental Health Service

Psychiatrist, case managers and registered nurses available. No permanent psychologist on site. The service provides assistance for individuals experiencing mental health issues. An acute teams is also available for follows up on discharged patients.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4424 7800
W: http://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/
A: Suite 1, Level 2, 55 - 57 Berry St, Nowra, NSW 2541

St Vincent’s Hospital DBT program #

15 week group and individual therapy DBT program for people with emotion dysregulation who reside in the SVH catchment area. 

Contact Details:
P: 02 8382 1542 
W: https://www.svhs.org.au/our-services/list-of-services/psychology/inner-city-dbt-skills 
A: Darlinghurst, NSW 2010

Campbelltown Mental Health Service #

DBT Program includes individual therapy and skills training group.

Contact Details:
P: 02 4629 5400
W: http://www.swslhd.nsw.gov.au/MentalHealth/chccw.html
A: 6 Browne St, Campbelltown, NSW 2560

Blacktown Mental Health Service

Offers a range of mental health services.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9881 8888
E: WSLHD-BMDHEXEC@health.nsw.gov.au
W: http://www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Mental-Health-Services/Our-Services
A: Blacktown Hospital, Marcel Cres, Blacktown, NSW 2148

Neuropsychiatric Institute

The Neuropsychiatric Institute provide second opinions and follow up in the case of clients who have recently changed medications, but do not provide ongoing management for clients with BPD.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9382 3763
W: http://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Mental_health/institute.asp
A: The Euroa Centre, The Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, NSW 2031

Auburn Community Mental Health 

Case management available if co-morbid mental health issues or clients will be referred to appropriate services (e.g. DBT group).

Contact Details:
P: 1800 600 681
W: http://www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Community-Health-Hospital/
A: Norval Street, Auburn, NSW 2144

Bankstown Mental Health Service Team 

Provides DBT (individual and group therapy) subject to waitlists/availability. Clients must live in the Bankstown local government area.

Contact Details:
P: 02 9780 2777
E: MentalGMU@sswahs.nsw.gov.au
W: http://www.swslhd.nsw.gov.au/MentalHealth/chBnk.html
A: 36 - 38 Raymond Street, Bankstown, NSW 2200

Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney Group Services (NSLHD)

Group programs include Managing Your Mood for Adults, Young Adults and Adolescents - using Dialetical Behaviour Therapy Skills and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy strategies within a 16 week skills group. This group covers mindfulness skills, recognising and regulating emotions, distress tolerance skills and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Adolescent groups are for young people aged 14-18 years. Must Live/work/study in Northern Sydney or Northern Beaches, requires GP referral/ MHCP.

Contact Details:
P:  02 8287 1158
E: groupservices@lifelineh2h.org.au
W: https://www.lifelineh2hsydney.org.au/get-support/support-and-treatment-groups/
A: Multiple locations

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Headspace Campbelltown/ The Lighthouse Practice #

Collaboration between headspace Campbelltown/ Head to Health at Roselands and the Lighthouse Practice to deliver DBT groups to their young people presenting with mild to moderate and severe presentations, which would include BPD/ complex trauma. Referrals into Headspace Campbelltown/ Head to Health Roselands will enable young people (12-25) to access fully funded DBT groups with The Lighthouse Practice.

P: (02) 4627 9089
E: headspace.campbelltown@onedoor.org.au
W: https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/campbelltown/
A: Headspace: Level 8, 171-179 Queen Street, Campbelltown, New South Wales 2560

HYP (Hollistic Youth Program)  

The HYP program is a program designed for young people (12-25 who need more intensive support and is funded through the PHN.  Referral accepted through Headspace centres (Bankstown, Liverpool, and Campbelltown and ReFrame (Wollondilly and Wingecarribee). Treatments and services include. individual therapy (DBT, CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, Narrative therapy, Family based supports. Outside of counselling sessions young people can also access peer work support, family therapy, GP, case coordination/management, AOD case management and counselling, access to groups (social group, LGBTIQ+ support group, First Nations support group).

Contact details:
W:  https://swsphn.com.au/what-we-do/mental-health/hyp/
A: Headspace centres (Bankstown, Liverpool, and Campbelltown and ReFrame (Wollondilly and Wingecarribee)

Street University

Street University run a 6-week arts based-DBT group run each school term for young people aged between 12-25. The group incorporates art based- DBT as an introduction to DBT. The group is aimed as an introduction to DBT, suited alongside individual counselling. Cost is free. Referral required from a counsellor or any mental health professional.

Contact details
P: 0416 226 300
E: radburnj@noffs.org.au
W: https://streetuni.com.au/
A: 403 Newbridge Road Moorebank NSW 2170

Headspace Port Macquarie

16 week DBT Program in collaboration with MNC LHD CAMHS Service for young people aged 12-18 years. Consists of a 16 week program in 4 modules, complimented by fortnightly or weekly individual sessions. Limited intakes completes once a month, generally small waiting lists.  

Contact details: 
P: (02) 6588 7300
E: headspacepm@each.com.au
W: https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/port-macquarie/
A: 10/12 Short St, Port Macquarie NSW 2444