Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

411 Lafayette Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10003

When someone in a relationship is an addict, unhealthy role shifts and power imbalances take hold. Once the substance abuser enters recovery, things begin to re-balance, and this power redistribution has potential for new problems. Couples and family treatment can help both partners or family members to work together to adapt to the challenges posed during this transition back to a fully-functioning relationships. Providing a safe therapeutic environment, I assist in navigating the challenges that face partners or family members once the addict enters recovery, including how to best to assist the recovering person and address life changes for loved ones.

One always hopes that addressing addiction means relationships can return to normal - but often problems have existed for so long what is "normal" has become skewed. The natural inclination is to return to unhealthy patterns. Removing stigma and shame around addiction is critical, while focusing on the role substances play and deconstructing why someone uses.

I incorporate a strengths-based integrated approach fostering communication and understanding, addressing contributing attachment issues, and helping individuals, couples and families connect to a new way of life. I also work with people who are interested in harm reduction, or who aren't ready for abstinence but would like to gain control around their use.

Call or Email Kristin Thomson Bader now for a free 15 minute consultation - (347) 508-9242

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

411 Lafayette Street

6th Floor

New York, NY 10003

(347) 508-9242

42 Crown Street

Kingston, NY 12401

I am currently offering flexible telehealth sessions, as well as in-person therapy in Manhattan and in the Hudson Valley / Kingston, NY.

I specialize in Addiction, Relationship Issues and Anxiety

$225 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (347) 508-9242

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

411 Lafayette Street

6th Floor

New York, NY 10003

(347) 508-9242

42 Crown Street

Kingston, NY 12401

I am currently offering flexible telehealth sessions, as well as in-person therapy in Manhattan and in the Hudson Valley / Kingston, NY.

I specialize in Addiction, Relationship Issues and Anxiety

$225 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $225
Couple Sessions $275
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I provide invoices to clients for potential out-of-network reimbursement from insurance.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

I provide invoices to clients for potential out-of-network reimbursement from insurance.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 001036 Kristin Thomson Bader
Certificate from Ackerman Institute for the Family Foundations in Family Therapy / 2015
Degree/Diploma from Barnard College, Columbia University BA
Attended Antioch University, Graduated 2011

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Addiction
Relationship Issues
Anxiety

Expertise

Alcohol Use
Behavioral Issues
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Dual Diagnosis
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ Issues
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
Trauma and PTSD

I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression or trauma related to substance use, life transitions, relationships and family. During our sessions, I will support and guide you, as an individual or couple, as we delve into issues at hand and collaborate to address and resolve them together.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

3 Endorsements

Scott Schutzman

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Kristin is a clinician who possesses insight, skill and a deep caring for her clients.

Alison Cunningham-Goldberg Psychotherapist

Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC

Rachel Jacobs

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, Trauma

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Humanistic
Integrated Harm Reduction Psychotherapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Groups

Couples Coping with Substance Abuse Issues

Hosted by

Kristin Thomson Bader

Substance abuse and addiction affect not only the addict, but also the addict's partner and the couple as unit. When addicts enter recovery, relationship dynamics also inevitably change, which often activates new issues that the couple must address together. This group allows partners to share these relational shifts with other couples encountering similar concerns, while I provide support and guidance to help everyone navigate these sometimes rocky waters.

Expertise

Addiction

Codependency

Coping Skills

Types of Therapy

Family / Marital

Age

Adults

Location

Grand Central Area

16 E 41st

Suite 3E

New York, NY 10017

Email Kristin Thomson Bader about this group or call - (347) 508-9242

Harm Reduction Support Group

Hosted by

Kristin Thomson Bader

Using integrative harm reduction psychotherapy, this group is for people either looking for ways to manage their substance use or trying to decide if abstinence is the right choice for them. Whether or not participants have attempted sobriety previously, most participate in the group because they're looking for ways to better manage and more deeply understand their substance use. They want to improve their lives and feel better.

Expertise

Substance Use

Types of Therapy

Integrative

Age

Adults

Location

Grand Central Area

16 E 41st Street

Suite 3E

New York, NY 10017

Email Kristin Thomson Bader about this group or call - (347) 508-9242

Location

Primary Location

411 Lafayette Street

6th Floor

New York, NY 10003

(347) 508-9242

Email me

My website

Additional Location

42 Crown Street

Kingston, NY 12401

(347) 508-9242

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I am currently offering flexible telehealth sessions, as well as in-person therapy in Manhattan and in the Hudson Valley / Kingston, NY.

Call for a free consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

I am currently offering flexible telehealth sessions, as well as in-person therapy in Manhattan and in the Hudson Valley / Kingston, NY.

Call for a free consultation now - (347) 508-9242

Kristin Thomson Bader

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Last Modified: 28 Jan 2024