Recovery often brings intense emotions to the surface. Cravings, anxiety, shame, and frustration can hit hard, especially when substances no longer serve as a coping tool. Looking for practical ways to manage those feelings in real time? Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can help. DBT offers concrete tools that help people regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and…
On your recovery journey, a wide variety of therapeutic modalities can play pivotal roles in your path to healing. At New Bridge Foundation®, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are integral components of our addiction treatment programs. Each therapy provides unique benefits that support your recovery, addressing both the underlying causes of addiction…
Ready to tackle recovery head-on? At New Bridge Foundation®, your journey includes a blend of counseling methods—each playing its unique part in your path to sobriety. Central to this approach is individual counseling. Why? Because sometimes, the deepest insights come from a one-on-one conversation. In these sessions—just you and your counselor—you’ll dive into the intricacies…
Have you ever felt that sharing your struggles with others who understand might lighten your burden? At New Bridge Foundation®, located in the heart of Berkeley, CA, our group counseling program harnesses the power of shared experiences to foster healing and growth among individuals recovering from addiction. Call 866.772.8491 today if you’re looking for an…
Dialectical behavior therapy is one of the most powerful forms of therapy for addiction treatment. It focuses on teaching participants how to regulate their emotions, tolerate distress, improve relationships, and manage impulsive behaviors. While DBT was originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder, it has been adapted for use in addiction recovery as well. At…
When you think of counseling, what comes to mind? Do you picture a client on a couch while a counselor takes notes? Crying sessions and deep introspection? While these are common depictions of counseling, they only scratch the surface of what individual counseling can offer. Individual counseling involves one-on-one sessions between a counselor and a…