KUSNACHT PRACTICE
Private residential anxiety care including chronic and severe anxiety, acute anxiety episodes, and panic attacks in a discreet lakeside setting on the shores of Lake Zurich.
Kusnacht Practice offers a physician-led, fully bespoke residential programme for individuals who expect exceptional clinical standards and absolute discretion. In a serene residential environment, you receive one-to-one therapy alongside advanced medical and psychological care, supported by quiet, seamless hospitality, all designed to restore calm, strengthen self-regulation, and reduce anxiety at its root drivers.
Request a confidential consultation to discuss the most appropriate path forward and begin moving toward peace of mind.


Medical Mastery, Human Care
Be guided by leading psychotherapists, psychiatrists and wellness specialists with proven success in treating anxiety and panic disorders


Absolute Confidentiality And Discretion
Your enquiry and care are handled with strict confidentiality, protected processes, and a low-profile environment.


Holistic Approach
We address psychological load, physiology, sleep, nutrition, movement, and nervous-system regulation—so recovery is sustainable, not temporary.


Fully bespoke
Because anxiety presents differently in every individual—both in its root drivers and its symptoms—your programme is fully bespoke, designed exclusively around you, and you alone.


Exclusive & Private
A dedicated team, a discreet residence, and a protected setting—designed for high-profile lives.


Unparalleled Luxury
Recover surrounded by comfort and beauty, with 5-star amenities, gourmet dining and a personal butler service attending to every need—so your attention stays on recovery.

HOW TO RECOVER FROM ANXIETY
At Kusnacht Practice, we understand the burden of anxiety disorders—and how they can quietly shape your thoughts, your body, and your ability to feel at ease.
Anxiety and fear are natural human responses designed to protect us. But when worry becomes persistent, excessive, and difficult to control, it can feel out of proportion to the situation—and life may begin to feel relentlessly demanding. Many people describe living “on edge,” trapped in loops of overthinking, and gradually finding it harder to rest, concentrate, or function with the steadiness they once had.
Anxiety can arise from many factors and can affect anyone—regardless of background, age, or life stage. For some, it takes the form of high-functioning anxiety: outwardly capable, accomplished, and composed, yet internally carrying a constant pressure to perform, a fear of losing control, and the exhausting sense of having to keep everything together.
Left untreated, severe or chronic anxiety can escalate into panic attacks, contribute to burnout or depression, and place strain on physical health—often creating a self-reinforcing cycle. But you do not have to manage this alone. With a physician-led, fully bespoke residential programme, Kusnacht Practice helps you address anxiety at its root drivers, restore calm and self-regulation, and return to life with greater clarity, confidence, and enduring stability.

UNPARALLELED PRIVACY AND LUXURY
A secluded and serene setting on the shores of Lake Zurich
You will recover in a private residential setting designed to protect discretion and support deep restoration. Away from day-to-day demands, you can step out of constant pressure and into a calm, secure environment where your focus can return to what matters: your health. Your stay is managed with strict confidentiality and seamless coordination, allowing you to engage in treatment without visibility, interruption, or unnecessary exposure, an essential consideration for individuals with high-profile lives.
The setting is intentionally quiet and grounding, supporting nervous-system regulation, sleep, and rebalancing. Lake Zurich is moments away, with the Alps in view, natural elements that reinforce stillness and perspective. Inside, every detail is considered to create comfort without friction. Our hospitality team delivers quiet, attentive support throughout your stay, with chefs, drivers, and house staff working discreetly in the background so your environment remains steady, private, and restorative.

THE BEST ANXIETY TREATMENT
Bespoke programmes devoted to your full recovery
Recovery from anxiety disorders requires more than symptom relief—it calls for clinical precision and whole-person care. Because anxiety presents differently in every individual, the most effective treatment is deeply personalised—shaped by your circumstances, your history, and the ways anxiety may be affecting sleep, energy, focus, and physical health.
Our leading-edge anxiety programme looks beyond what you feel today to understand why it is happening. We work closely with you to identify the root drivers—psychological, physiological, and behavioural—so we can design a fully bespoke programme that restores calm and strengthens self-regulation in a way that holds long after you return to your life.
Beyond the mental and emotional aspects of recovery, your private residential programme also supports physical restoration—helping rebalance the nervous system and rebuild steadiness from the inside out—while equipping you with practical tools for everyday life to maintain emotional resilience and reduce the risk of relapse.
Because we accept a limited number of clients to protect focus and continuity of care, you remain at the centre of everything we do—supported by a closely aligned team with a high staff-to-client ratio and a standard of care defined by discretion, rigour, and enduring change.
THE BEST ANXIETY TREATMENT
A physician-led, fully bespoke approach supported by an extensive multidisciplinary team of more than 100 experts
At Kusnacht Practice, treatment is entirely one-to-one and bespoke from the start. A comprehensive medical and psychological assessment allows our team to understand the factors contributing to your anxiety, mind and body. Based on this 360° evaluation, we design a customised programme aligned with your needs and goals. Your therapy, restorative activities, and even your daily rhythm—including movement and nutrition—, are curated specifically for you.
Your hand-picked team includes internationally recognised psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and medical specialists experienced in anxiety disorders. You also have access to an extensive network of specialists—spanning nutrition, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and restorative practices—so every aspect of your wellbeing is addressed with precision. We accept a limited number of clients to protect focus, continuity, and truly individualised attention.
Our approach integrates evidence-based psychiatry with whole-person care. You engage in psychotherapy tailored to your presentation—potentially including CBT, trauma-focused therapy, or ACT—, to address the root drivers of anxiety. Where clinically appropriate, our proprietary Biomolecular Restoration (BIO-R®) protocol may support biological balance, complemented by restorative modalities such as meditation, yoga, or creative therapies. If needed, our medical team can provide carefully managed medication or other interventions to stabilise acute symptoms.
This integrated model ensures your care is coordinated across mind and body. Our goal is not only to reduce anxiety in the moment, but to build skills and structures that help you remain steady, resilient, and thriving long after your stay.

A physician-led, fully bespoke approach supported by an extensive multidisciplinary team of more than 100 experts
At Kusnacht Practice, treatment is entirely one-to-one and bespoke from the start. A comprehensive medical and psychological assessment allows our team to understand the factors contributing to your anxiety, mind and body. Based on this 360° evaluation, we design a customised programme aligned with your needs and goals. Your therapy, restorative activities, and even your daily rhythm—including movement and nutrition—, are curated specifically for you.
Your hand-picked team includes internationally recognised psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and medical specialists experienced in anxiety disorders. You also have access to an extensive network of specialists—spanning nutrition, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and restorative practices—so every aspect of your wellbeing is addressed with precision. We accept a limited number of clients to protect focus, continuity, and truly individualised attention.
Our approach integrates evidence-based psychiatry with whole-person care. You engage in psychotherapy tailored to your presentation—potentially including CBT, trauma-focused therapy, or ACT—, to address the root drivers of anxiety. Where clinically appropriate, our proprietary Biomolecular Restoration (BIO-R®) protocol may support biological balance, complemented by restorative modalities such as meditation, yoga, or creative therapies. If needed, our medical team can provide carefully managed medication or other interventions to stabilise acute symptoms.
This integrated model ensures your care is coordinated across mind and body. Our goal is not only to reduce anxiety in the moment, but to build skills and structures that help you remain steady, resilient, and thriving long after your stay.

HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS FOR SEVERE AND COMPLEX ANXIETY DISORDERS
Effective treatment delivers measurable progress, even where others have fallen short.
Kusnacht Practice specialises in supporting individuals with severe anxiety, complex anxiety presentations, and panic disorder, cases that often demand the highest level of clinical expertise and continuity of care. Even if you have lived for years with relentless worry, frequent panic, or debilitating anxiety episodes, there is a path forward. Your programme is designed to support deep recovery, whatever the complexity of your situation today.
A private residential setting removes the noise and pressure of everyday life, creating the conditions for stabilisation, restoration, and focused therapeutic work. With an intentionally high staff-to-client ratio, a coordinated multidisciplinary team, and advanced therapies delivered with precision, clients often experience meaningful improvement sooner than they believed possible.
Through intensive one-to-one therapy—supported by restorative practices that rebalance the nervous system—, you can regain self-regulation and a stronger sense of control. For many, this immersive approach becomes the turning point: not only easing anxiety, but restoring calm, confidence, and the ability to live with greater freedom again.

IS THE KUSNACHT PRACTICE ANXIETY
TREATMENT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Our bespoke burnout treatment programme is designed for those who refuse to settle for anything less than the best. You may find The Kusnacht Practice to be the ideal solution if…
YOU VALUE PRIVACY
You are a high-profile or ultra-successful individual (entrepreneur, public figure, member of a prominent family, high-level executive, etc.) who requires absolute discretion while seeking treatment for anxiety.
YOU NEED ADVANCED HELP
You suffer from severe anxiety symptoms or frequent anxiety or panic attacks that have not fully resolved with conventional therapy or medications
YOU EXPECT ONLY THE BEST
You are looking for the best anxiety treatment available and are ready to invest in a programme that offers unrivalled quality, personalisation and attention to detail.
YOU PREFER LUXURY & COMFORT:
You want to recover in a peaceful, five-star environment rather than a typical clinical setting – a place where you can relax and focus on healing in complete comfort.
YOU SEEK A HOLISTIC APPROACH:
You believe that true recovery means treating the whole person, and you want a holistic treatment that will address underlying stress, lifestyle and health factors alongside the symptoms of anxiety itself.
If this resonates with you, The Kusnacht Practice’s anxiety treatment programme could be the life-changing opportunity you’ve been searching for. We accept a very limited number of clients at any given time, so that each one receives our undivided care and attention. Your well-being deserves nothing less.
OUR EXCLUSIVE CENTRE
Clinical excellence in a calm, discreet residential environment overlooking Lake Zurich.
At Kusnacht Practice, you will not only find first-class medical care, but also a first-class retreat. Surrounded by the rolling hills of the Alps and a clear view of Lake Zurich, the Kusnacht Practice location offers just the peace and seclusion needed to clear your head and focus on healing.
Accommodation in exclusive villas ensures absolute privacy and the highest level of comfort – each villa is a haven of peace that continuously supports the healing process.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARDS LASTING HAPPINESS
Overcoming anxiety can begin with a single, private conversation. The first step is to request a confidential consultation. We understand that reaching out—especially when anxiety is already high—, can feel like a challenge in itself. That is why every enquiry is handled with absolute discretion and genuine care. From your first contact, you will speak with experienced professionals who understand anxiety and are focused on guiding you toward the most appropriate next step.
This initial consultation is entirely confidential and non-binding. You may share as much—or as little—as you wish. We will answer your questions, explain our physician-led approach, and outline practical details such as recommended length of stay, the structure of care, and the therapies that may be involved.
A life with less anxiety is possible. Many clients describe returning to restful sleep, clearer thinking, and a steadier sense of calm, supported by tools that help them navigate pressure without feeling overwhelmed. Our alumni are living proof that meaningful change can happen, even after years of severe anxiety and panic attacks.
FAQ
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If you are concerned that you, or someone that you care about, may be suffering from an addiction or other harmful behaviour disorder, please see our range of self-assessment tests to see whether your/their behaviour exhibits some of the signs of a particular psychological disorder. If you are concerned for someone else, you should also consider whether their disorder may have led to you developing your own problems with codependency. However, please be aware that our self-assessment tests are to be used merely as guidelines and they are not intended to provide a sure-fire method of diagnosis, nor can negative answers to the questions in these tests provide absolute assurance that a problem does not exist.
Even in the event that the results of our self-assessment tests do not indicate that you, or someone you care about, is suffering from a particular disorder, the mere fact that you are concerned enough to be reading our website indicates that a problem may very well exist. Our mission to deliver an entirely individual approach for each client means that we are always willing to discuss whether, and how, we may help in your particular case. If you would like to speak to a member of our team, please provide us with your details on our contact page and we will be in touch with you shortly.
An important first step in the road to full recovery is that clients themselves must want to be free from the addiction or harmful behaviour which they are experiencing. Unlike some treatment centres, Kusnacht Practice does not attempt to rehabilitate clients against their will.
However, we recognise the difficulties that can be associated with convincing a loved one that they have a problem. We also emphasise the importance of involving a client’s family and friends in the process, to educate those affected by their loved-one’s behaviour and to allow them to understand the disorder and break the cycle of suffering.
For this reason, we help facilitate interventions anywhere in the world to help you approach a loved one about their behaviour and to start dealing with their behaviour before it completely destroys their lives and the lives of others around them. Please contact us for further details.
Kusnacht Practice’s approach to treatment is different because we treat one client at a time, very privately, in 5-star luxury surroundings. Our client-centred focus also differs from most treatment centres because it deals with the underlying causes of each client’s disorder, such as depression, anxiety or trauma, and not merely the disorder’s symptoms. This enables clients to avoid relapsing when they leave the clinical environment and return home. Our excellent Continuing Care Programme also supports this aim, by assisting clients to reintegrate with their home and work environments, which may have contained triggers that previously encouraged them to relapse.
Our treatment programmes are also unique, unlike the “one size fits all” approach adopted at many treatment centres. Prior to custom-designing a unique treatment plan for each individual client, we perform a full medical examination, involving comprehensive biochemical and neurochemical testing, which includes a genetic swab and the sampling of blood, urine, saliva and hair. We also perform several other assessments, including psychiatric, social-chemical and nutrition-and-lifestyle. This enables us to identify the root causes of the client’s disorder, which can stem from a complex interaction of physical, psychological, biochemical, genetic and social factors. We then implement a treatment programme which is specifically designed to target the client’s particular problems and we offer all all-encompassing recovery programme which treats the entire person: body, mind and spirit.
Unlike many treatment centres, we avoid the use of prescription medication whenever possible. Instead, we implement a full Biomolecular Restoration programme and other forms of therapy which allow our clients to remain drug-free throughout their treatment. By avoiding the use of medication, and the inevitable side-effects, and by creating an absolutely personalised mix of organic micronutrients and amino acids, we restore healthy brain functioning and ensure that each client avoids the chemical imbalances, fatigue, stress and anxiety which can otherwise hinder a treatment programme.
Since each client’s treatment plan is unique, the length of a client’s primary treatment and Continuing Care Programme is also a purely individual matter. However, depending upon the particular client’s disorder and the underlying causes thereof (including the existence and extent of any chemical dependencies), a useful rule of thumb is to anticipate that a client will be admitted for a medical examination by our team of international experts for between one to seven days. Following this, the length of primary treatment normally lasts from between six to twelve weeks, during which time the client will be staying in one of our luxury 5-star residences. Following the completion of the client’s primary treatment programme, we strongly advise that clients continue to receive our support and assistance by utilising our excellent Continuing Care Programme, which can last from anywhere between a few days to two years, depending upon the client’s particular situation.
All of our treatment programmes are implemented by our international team, comprising hand-picked professionals whose expertise, experience, dedication and discretion are guaranteed to satisfy clients with the very highest expectations. Both collectively and individually, our team ensures that every aspect of our client’s stay at Kusnacht Practice is delivered to the highest possible standards of Swiss excellence. Our clinical team of doctors, psychotherapists, counsellors and nutritionists includes world-renowned medical practitioners with unparalleled expertise in treating psychological disorders. Our complementary therapy team includes yoga instructors, acupuncturists, reflexologists, masseurs and personal trainers. The vast range of complementary and holistic treatment therapies in which they specialise fully support the clinical aspects of our client’s integrative treatment programme. Meanwhile, every aspect of the client’s stay at Kusnacht Practice is attended to by our discreet and professional team of personal butlers, gourmet chefs, maids and drivers, each of whom is dedicated to ensuring that our client’s expectations are fulfilled and exceeded during their stay in one of our luxury 5-star residences.
No two clients are exactly the same, and neither are the specific underlying causes of their disorders. This means that each client’s treatment plan is unique and the precise elements of their individual treatment plan cannot be described in the abstract. In fact, the only ever-present aspect of our work with each client is our focus on the intensely personal details of each client’s particular disorder. Following the completion of a client’s medical examination, during which our international team identifies the root causes of the client’s disorder (which can result from a complex interaction of physical, psychological, biochemical, genetic and social factors), we are able to assess the precise elements that need to be included in their entirely personalised treatment programme. However, our considerable experience in having successfully treated numerous clients allows us to offer an initial assessment and estimate of a client’s likely treatment programme (which remains subject to confirmation/modifications once their medical examination is completed) once we are aware of the client’s specific situation. In order to discuss this, please contact us.
Yes. We recognise that some clients have previously built-up a relationship of trust with other medical professionals and we regularly receive client referrals from a variety of such professionals. We welcome their knowledge and input as regards the client’s previous experiences and treatment.
No. Privacy and anonymity are amongst our most fundamental priorities. We treat clients individually, so no possibility exists for one client to meet another client during their stay at the treatment centre. Every single member of our team has been hand-picked for their discretion and their proven experience in dealing with high-profile clients. Equally, we are experienced in dealing with anonymised client details and liaising with a client’s medical, legal or other representatives. Put simply, the only way in which anyone would ever discover that a client had visited our treatment centre is in the event that the client themselves chooses to disclose this information.
One of the key elements in achieving a lasting recovery is for clients to continue to apply the healthy coping mechanisms and other lifestyle changes which they acquire during their primary treatment at the treatment centre. For this reason, continuing care is crucial to long-term recovery. To address this need, we offer one of the best Continuing Care Programmes in the world, which can include a mentor or counsellor returning home with the client to support their re-engagement with their home, family, work, school and friends. Just as importantly, the psychotherapist helps the client to adapt their lifestyle to their recovery programme. Other elements of the programme can include daily telephone/Skype calls for the first critical period of time and return visits to Kusnacht Practice (or home visits by a member of our clinical team), for the required period following the client’s departure from the treatment centre.
Each of our clients stays in their choice of our luxury 5-star residencies, each of which are located near Lake Zurich and Lake Geneva and are stylishly decorated and equipped with modern designer furnishings. They offer absolute privacy, magnificent views, easy access to the Alps and a truly relaxing environment. Clients will be looked after by a personal butler (who is also a trained gourmet chef), maid and driver by arrangement, each of whom is dedicated to ensuring that our clients feel absolutely at home during their stay at the treatment centre.
Unlike most rehabilitation clinics, we are happy to publish the all-inclusive costs of our services. The treatment investment starts at CHF 117’300 per week. This covers all programme costs excluding: transportation to/from the client’s home to Zurich; medical issues unrelated to the treatment programme; Continuing Care. Rates vary depending on the specialists involved, the length and frequency of the treatment and when/where the treatment is provided. Our treatment costs do not include optional additional services, such as our exclusive air ambulance facilities, and also exclude any medical costs which are unrelated to a client’s treatment, such as medical treatment for heart or liver disease. If you would like to discuss the likely costs in your individual situation and/or request a costs estimate, please contact us.
Kusnacht Practice services are not covered by Swiss health insurances. All costs are to be covered by the clients directly. Patients who are domiciled in Switzerland and are therefore mandatorily health insured may be reimbursed by their health insurance for medical services in accordance with the Federal Law on Health Insurance (KVG) and its implementing provisions.
NOW AT THE EXCLUSIVE REHAB CLINIC IN SWITZERLAND:
YOUR PATH TO LASTING RECOVERY
When the body and mind fall out of balance, we need an environment that provides stability and relief. With a team of internationally renowned doctors and therapists, our luxury rehab clinic on Lake Zurich supports individuals who:
- suffer from exhaustion, dependencies, or psychosomatic complaints
- have to function in responsible roles, even though they are already at their limit
- seek a retreat of the highest standard – quiet, private, protected
- value treatment based on the latest scientific standards
- desire a tailor-made, holistic program – without the feeling of being in a clinic
- place the highest demands on comfort, nutrition, and personal service
- require absolute confidentiality and immediate admission without waiting time – for example in a detox clinic with instant admission or in acute drug therapy
- are looking for a private rehabilitation clinic in Switzerland with university-level medical standards
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YOUR CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION
Let us provide you with the world’s most exclusive, effective and luxurious anxiety treatment – so you can reclaim the peace of mind that you deserve and embrace life with serenity and confidence.






