The Banyans offers a safe, private, and medically informed residential program that promotes recovery with dignity, compassion, and expert clinical care.
Complex and highly nuanced, eating disorders affect 4% of Australians each year and can lead to serious mental and physical health issues, including anxiety, depression, and substance misuse. Our specialised program supports both adults and adolescents living with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other disordered eating patterns, with personalised treatment designed to meet their unique needs for lasting recovery
Renowned for her contributions to eating disorder research, Dr Leanne Barron brings medical insight to every aspect of our care. Her work highlights the vital role of neurobiology and biochemistry in both the development and treatment of eating disorders.
Guided by her expertise, comprehensive blood and nutritional testing helps to tailor highly individualised treatment plans grounded in science.
We offer one of Australia’s only private, nationally accredited residential recovery programs, built on a wrap-around one-on-one therapy model that ensures individualised, distraction-free care in a private and supportive setting.
Developed in collaboration with a GP specialising in eating disorders and overseen by our Medical Director, our program brings together a coordinated team of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, nutritionists/dietitians, exercise physiologists, and holistic therapists — all working closely to support both physical and emotional restoration.
Whether the struggle is bingeing, restriction, overexercise or emotional eating, our pristine natural
hinterland setting coupled with comfortable private suites allow for focused, uninterrupted therapeutic work that helps to rebuild a healthy relationship with food — and self.
Guests engage voluntarily in a structured, supportive environment with 24/7 staff and clearly defined clinical boundaries. Each program is built around the individual’s needs, preferences and readiness for change.
Each guest is carefully assessed for clinical suitability, ensuring residential care is the right fit. We partner with families and carers to support a seamless intake and a thoughtful handover post-discharge, with personalised aftercare to help maintain recovery at home.
The Banyans’ most immersive offering provides integrated, one-on-one treatment through our Collaborative Care model combining medical, psychological, nutritional/dietetic, physical, and relational therapies. Developed in clinical collaboration Dr. Leanne Barron, the program is designed to place each guest at the centre of their recovery. Through specialised diagnostics, enhanced dietetic support, mealtime coaching, and access to adolescent clinicians as needed, this compassionate, evidence-informed approach restores physical health, emotional resilience, and a renewed relationship with food and body
Flexible and personalised, The Banyans’ Day Program can be accessed independently, or after residential care for further transitional support. Delivered at our purpose-built Brisbane facility, it offers ongoing therapeutic structure within the rhythm of daily life. Through continued one on-one access to psychologists, nutritionists/dietitians, and clinical specialists, the program reinforces meal-time structure, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention to support long-term stability
Comprehensive Residential Program
Eating disorder treatment at The Banyans is delivered through the Comprehensive Residential Program, an intensive, one-on-one program combining medical, psychological, nutritional, and physical care in a fully private setting. Each day includes multiple individual sessions across the clinical team, with your program assessed and refined as you progress. Explore the inclusions below.
The Banyans offers two distinct residential locations, each set amongst the natural beauty of the Brisbane Hinterland. Designed for privacy, comfort and focused care, both provide a tranquil environment where expert clinical treatment meets the ease of home.
Private accommodation
Dedicated therapy rooms
Infinity magnesium pool
Industry-equipped gym
Yoga studio
Private cinema
Indoor and Outdoor relaxation areas
Private accommodation
Dedicated therapy rooms
Magnesium pool
Industry-equipped gym
Yoga studio
Private cinema
Indoor and outdoor relaxation areas
Accessible exclusively to guests who reserve the entire Estate for a fully private experience.
To support your sustained recovery beyond residential treatment, our program includes aftercare services. Additionally, we can choose to engaged in an 8-week series of structured programs, one day a week, to provide ongoing support and practical assistance to build back strongly once you return to day to day life.
Our Day Programs offer focused, weekly care within our purpose-built recovery facility in Brisbane’s inner city. Benefit from private, tailored one-on-one sessions in a tranquil environment, where practical tools and expert guidance are provided to help you navigate the transition back to daily life.
Building upon your program progress, our aftercare service provides personalised, ongoing support and maintained connection. Through regular Telehealth sessions, we gain a deeper understanding of your evolving needs and tailor guidance accordingly. This collaborative approach to reintegration, ensures you receive the right support for each stage of your journey.
Contact our friendly Intake Team for a caring, confidential discussion about how The Banyans can help you to regain control and reclaim your life.
Our residential treatment program is meticulously designed by a team of world-class professionals, drawing upon the latest research and developments in mental health and addiction recovery to ensure consistent clinical excellence.
Clinical Director/ Clinical Psychologist
Medical Director
Clinical Nutritionist
Founder and Managing Director
The Banyans, along with other Sana Health Group mental health and addiction treatment facilities, adheres to the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) standards – the benchmark for all Australian hospitals
Our initiative to attain this accreditation demonstrates our dedication to an evidence-based approach grounded in best practice clinical governance, ensuring continuous improvement and exceptional client outcomes.
These testimonials, shared with utmost confidentiality, reflect the very real journeys of individuals navigating recovery. Whilst each guest’s journey is unique, these stories offer insights into the transformative potential of The Banyans’ leading mental health and addiction treatment programs.
