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Helpful Information:  Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling in New York City

The problem of addiction and excessive substance use can affect people from all walks of life, not just those from the poor or underprivileged socioeconomic classes. Wealthy, middle-aged executives, housewives, and even doctors are not immune to it. In fact, there are many drug addiction counseling centers that are designed for children, teenagers and college-aged students who can also fall victim to the disease.

Addiction counseling is a form of therapy designed to help an addicted individual recover from his/her disease, and adapt to a new life of sobriety. Counseling can be done in a rehabilitation center or as part of an ongoing outpatient program. Counselors usually have a broad knowledge of the challenges individuals face when recovering from a substance abuse problem. This specialized treatment uses a multi-disciplinary approach and often requires rehabilitation in a facility.

Sometimes addiction counseling is done in a group setting, especially in rehabilitation programs. Often, therapy can be done privately, during one-on-one sessions between the patient and a therapist. It usually starts at the beginning of a comprehensive treatment plan, and can continue for several years into the recovery phase of addiction. The therapists role is to engage the patient, help keep him/her motivated toward the goal of recovery, and assist the addict through the many steps of sobriety.

Addiction therapists typically work closely with the patient to determine the underlying cause of the problem, in the hopes of preventing future recurrence. Encouraging a patient to talk about painful events in his/her life is very common during drug addiction treatment. This process can help the patient understand early traumas, his/her actions and to learn coping skills to deal with emotional issues that may have led to unhealthy behavior patterns.

The therapist monitors, encourages, and works with the patient to prevent relapse and self-destructive actions. It is common for the family of an addict to participate in family counseling for the benefit of their loved one in recovery. Therapy sessions may include goal-setting and positive lifestyle changes.

Kim Seelbrede is a psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and integrative therapist with a private practice in New York City. In her Manhattan therapy practice, Kim has experience addressing the following concerns: relationships, marital difficulties, divorce, parenting, career, professional performance enhancement, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, depression, loss/grief, adolescent psychotherapy, underachievement, perfectionism, identity issues, LGBT, body image, eating disorders, addiction, substance abuse, sexuality, PTSD, trauma, stress reduction, transitions, life purpose, health concerns, women’s issues, therapy for men, pain management and wellness. Kim Seelbrede has advanced training in EMDR therapy and Brainspotting and uses it with clients who prefer to work in this way, or when she feels it is a technique that will be helpful for the client. Clients include CEOS, senior executives, entrepreneurs, financial analysts, performers and creative individuals with a focus on helping them identify and remove barriers to success and happiness. Kim Seelbrede offers adjunctive EMDR, meditation and yoga therapy to medical and mental health professionals in New York City. To learn more about her psychotherapy approach, visit her therapy website at www.kimseelbrede.com call 646.248.9196 or email.

Kim holds a master’s degree in social work from New York University (MSW) and received advanced post-graduate training inpsychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT)  from New York University. Kim uses an eclectic approach which draws from attachment theory, object relations theory, self-psychology, ego-psychology, family systems, CBT, crisis counseling and solution-focused therapy with her clients as needed. Kim has pursued advanced education in the fields of psychology, wellness and complementary health care for nearly 10 years.  Kim draws from extensive education and life experiences including training from the Urban Zen Integrative Therapist Program (UZIT) during which she completed clinical rotations working directly with cancer and surgical patients at Hope Lodge and at Beth Israel Medical Center and has studied nutritional theories from leading experts in the field. Kim Seelbrede is an integrative healthcare blogger for the Urban Zen Foundation.

In her separate integrative therapy practice Kim Seelbrede works with healthy clients as well as clients facing and managing health challenges. Kim collaborates with health care providers and can provide support with the following techniques:  gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga poses, stress reduction, breath awareness (pranayama), controlled breathing techniques, guided imagery, meditation, nutrition, essential oil treatment (aromatherapy), Reiki, life coaching and contemplative care. All of these unique integrative therapy modalities provide a gentle and balanced approach to the following concerns:  pain, anxiety, nausea, insomnia, digestive issues, fatigue and serious chronic illness. Please email or call Kim 646.248.9196 with questions or to arrange a consultation in her Manhattan office. For more information about her holistic integrative therapy practice visit her at www.nyintegrativetherapy.com  follow Kim Seelbrede’s psychology, yoga and health-related tweets on Twitter or friend her onFacebook.

Kim Seelbrede offers adjunctive EMDR, meditation and yoga therapy to medical and mental health professionals in New York City.