This program explores the relationship between trauma, mood disturbance, and the body. Using psychoeducation and guided movement, it supports participants in developing greater awareness of how physical and emotional experiences are connected. Developed by a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and exercise physiologists, this program forms part of our broader trauma-informed care model.
Program options
- 3-week intensive inpatient program
- 8-week day program, one half-day weekly
Inpatient program
The 3-week inpatient program is commonly combined with another Avive program and includes group-based exploration of movement, emotion, and nervous system regulation.
Program content includes:
- Understanding the effects of chronic stress and trauma on the body
- The role of exercise in mental health and emotional processing
- Identifying common psychological and physical barriers to movement
- Concepts such as interoception (awareness of internal body states) and allostasis (predictive regulation of physical needs)
- How mental health symptoms may influence physical experience and perception
- Techniques to increase awareness of body signals in a supportive and structured environment
Day program
The 8-week day program follows the same content structure and may be attended independently or following inpatient care. It is designed to support individuals in reconnecting with physical awareness through movement and discussion, while building insight into the relationship between the body and emotional wellbeing.
Group sessions explore strategies to improve body awareness and support everyday functioning in a community-oriented setting.
Getting started
If you are new to Avive, please speak with your GP or psychiatrist to arrange a referral. Our team can also assist with any required assessments.
For patients currently receiving inpatient care at Avive, your treating psychiatrist will discuss options for transition into the day program.
Costs
Avive is a licensed private hospital provider and holds contracts with most health funds. Our team can check your individual health cover and provide a detailed outline of any applicable gap fees or out-of-pocket costs.
Self-funded options are also available for inpatient or day programs - please contact us for a personalised cost breakdown.
To enquire or submit a referral, please use the form below and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your options.
I need help for
myself
myself
I need help for
someone I care about
someone I care about
I need help for
my patient or client
my patient or client