Cannabis Addiction Treatment in Australia
Cannabis is Australia's most widely used illicit drug, and cannabis use disorder is more common than many people realise. Modern high-potency cannabis products carry greater risk of dependence and mental health impacts than older preparations.
Signs of Cannabis Dependence
- ✓Unable to stop or cut back despite wanting to
- ✓Using more cannabis than intended each session
- ✓Continued use despite anxiety, memory problems or low motivation
- ✓Irritability, sleep problems or appetite changes when not using
- ✓Using cannabis to cope with stress or emotions
- ✓Reduced interest in activities you used to enjoy
Treatment Options for Cannabis Addiction
Outpatient counselling
CBT and motivational enhancement therapy
Cannabis-specific programs
some services offer dedicated cannabis programs
Residential rehabilitation
for those with severe dependence or co-occurring issues
Mental health support
treating anxiety, depression and psychosis alongside cannabis use
Online and telehealth
flexible support for those in regional areas
Providers Specialising in Cannabis Treatment
See all →📍Burleigh Waters, QLD
AIR Detox provides doctor-led withdrawal management in the patient's own home for alcohol, cannabis and stimul...
📍Ipswich, QLD
A free Queensland Health community alcohol and other drug clinic run by West Moreton Health from Ipswich Healt...
📍Toowoomba, QLD
A free Queensland Health alcohol and other drugs service based at Toowoomba Hospital on Pechey Street, run by...
📍Windsor, QLD
A 63-bed licensed private psychiatric hospital at 16 Bryden Street, Windsor, next to the Royal Brisbane and Wo...
📍Mount Eliza, VIC
A 60-bed registered private psychiatric hospital at 1 St Johns Lane, Mount Eliza, about an hour from Melbourne...
📍West Bathurst, NSW
The Alcohol and Other Drug Program at Bathurst Health Service is a Western NSW Local Health District community...
Frequently Asked Questions
Is cannabis really addictive?
Yes. Approximately 1 in 10 people who use cannabis develop dependence, rising to 1 in 6 for those who start as teenagers. Modern high-THC cannabis products carry higher risk than older varieties.
Do I need to go to residential rehab for cannabis?
Most people with cannabis use disorder benefit from outpatient counselling rather than residential rehabilitation. However, those with severe dependence, mental health complications or chaotic living situations may benefit from a residential program.
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