Dianella Cottage - Katoomba

Dianella Cottage is a harm minimisation service that provides a non-judgmental, trauma informed drug and alcohol support day program for people with coexisting drug, alcohol and mental health concerns, including P.T.S.D. and complex trauma. This includes people on opiate treatment programs and those impacted by the criminal justice, child protection and mental health systems. Dianella Cottage offers a range of groups including SMART Recovery Peer Support Groups, therapeutic and social groups, as well as offering comprehensive assessment and care planning, individual counselling and case management.

At Dianella Cottage, our professional team uses a harm minimisation framework and draws upon a range of therapeutic practices such as:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Narrative Therapy
• Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Referrals and admission

You don’t need a GP referral. You can self-refer through our website here. If you have limited access to the internet or would prefer to speak to us to request a referral, please phone the Contact Team on 1300 727 957.

We also accept online provider referrals from other health professionals, services and community and government organisations or they can fax referrals to 07 5546 8223.

Is there a cost?

We rely upon contributions to assist us in costs of items not covered by our current funding, e.g. food, resources and materials for group programs, and general maintenance of the cottage. We would appreciate a contribution of up to $20 when you attend counselling or group. If you cannot afford this, you are still welcome to attend.