Offering individual, couples, and group therapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, medication management…
Offering individual, couples, and group therapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, medication management…
From shopping and gambling to technology and sex, behavioral addictions may feel as if they control you. You can take back the control with therapy.
Addiction disorders are not limited to substances — there are behavioral addictions that can greatly affect your quality of life. From technology and social media to pornography, gambling, gaming, shopping, relationships, and sex, behavioral addictions may lead to significant difficulties in life. Addictive behaviors can be addressed in therapy to restore well-being and reduce their adverse consequences.
Acheron therapists offer specialized treatment for these behavioral addictions. We are conveniently located in Lower Manhattan, near the Financial District, Tribeca, City Hall, Battery Park City, and other downtown neighborhoods, and our beautiful offices are easy to reach by multiple subways and buses. We offer remote sessions for those unable to travel downtown or who prefer the privacy and convenience of at-home appointments. Contact us for a free consultation and we will match you to the best therapist to help with your addictions.
Acheron therapists have training in all kinds of behavioral addictions, including:
These are complex issues that involve brain chemistry, habit, mental health issues, and sometimes physical dependence. Our therapists take an individual approach to each client, finding the best approach to healing. You can get your life back under control. Please contact us for a free consultation to begin your journey.
Acheron experts offer several options for helping you understand your behavioral addiction. Contact us for a free consultation and find out how one of our therapists can help.
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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Ketamine-Assisted Group Therapy
We are conveniently located in Lower Manhattan, close to the Financial District, Tribeca, City Hall, Battery Park City, and other downtown neighborhoods. Our beautiful offices are easy to reach by multiple subways and buses. We offer remote sessions for those who prefer the privacy and convenience of in-home appointments.
Ketamine-assisted therapy is an advanced treatment that has been shown to be effective for several mental health issues. The psychiatrist-led Acheron team, which specializes in individualized treatment these issues, has expertise in this unique medical therapy, especially when other treatments have not succeeded.
Find out more about medically supervised ketamine-assisted psychotherapy
Acheron is a psychiatrist-led, multi-therapist practice offering ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (individual and group). Under the supervision of Harvard-trained psychiatrist Daniel Zimmerman, M.D., your ketamine-assisted treatment at Acheron is a healing experience for mind, body, and soul.
At low doses, ketamine-assisted therapy helps relax psychological defenses, enhances emotional processing, and makes therapy more productive.
At higher doses, it can induce a psychedelic experience – a rare, profound window for deep healing, emotional exploration, and personal growth. With thorough preparation, a supportive environment, and a trusted therapeutic relationship, ketamine therapy can unlock one of the most powerful forces in mental health: your own internal healing wisdom.
We honor this sacred medicine by weaving it with deep psychotherapy, mindful medication management, and healing community events that nourish your whole being. Research shows ketamine treatment can be particularly effective when traditional treatments have failed.
Alcohol and substance use disorders often occur alongside other issues, especially depression, anxiety, and trauma. Acheron Psychiatry has the expertise and skills to support you as you address these complex issues. If you are in search of therapy for an addictive illness or related mental health conditions, please contact Acheron for a free consultation to see how our expert therapists can help you. Therapy for alcohol use and other addictions is a specialized field; find out how we can help you get started.
Our team of specialized counselors brings diverse therapeutic approaches to support your unique needs. Each therapist offers specific expertise while maintaining Acheron Psychiatry’s commitment to depth-oriented, whole-person care. Contact us now to schedule a free consultation. We will match you with the best therapist for your needs.
Our Financial District practice at 11 Broadway offers convenient access for those seeking treatment throughout New York for a behavioral addiction. Wherever you are in NYC, our location is easily reachable.
We also offer virtual sessions for those who prefer therapy from the comfort and privacy of home. Contact us to schedule a free consultation or your first appointment. Let us match you to the best therapist for your needs.
In some ways, yes – behavioral addictions activate reward and reinforcement pathways in the brain, just like substance addictions do. Behavioral addictions may not have the physical elements of substance addictions, but they do involve continued actions in spite of negative consequences. They often have deeply rooted emotional origins.
A habit or hobby is generally enjoyable and flexible. A behavioral addiction is compulsive and continues even when it causes harm. The key differences are loss of control, distress, and negative impact on daily life.
Common signs include:
Anyone can develop a behavioral addiction, but risk may be higher for individuals who:
Treatment is individualized and focuses on restoring balance and control. Treatment may include:
Yes. With expert therapy and time, recovery is possible. Recovery is often a process that involves learning new coping skills, addressing underlying issues, and building supportive routines.
Professional help should be sought when:
