Well+Being Holistic Mental Health
Emotional Health & Wellness Tips From The Therapy Couch And Other Places
Kimberly Seelbrede, LCSW, is a New York State licensed psychotherapist and women’s emotional health expert whose work weaves together the science of the mind, the biology of the brain, and the art of holistic integrative wellness. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, she helps women in midlife navigate the profound emotional, hormonal, and identity transitions that often surface during perimenopause and menopause. In addition, she works with couples to improve communication, strengthen emotional intimacy, and navigate changes in sexual health, relationship dynamics, and shared life stressors. She works with men who are experiencing personal and professional crises, life transitions, stress, mood changes, or relationship challenges. Her approach blends evidence-based psychotherapy with holistic mind-body interventions, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing® techniques, mindfulness, and lifestyle medicine — to address the full spectrum of emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. Disclaimer: I am a licensed and fully credentialed mental health provider, but I am not a medical doctor. The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical or health-related concerns, including perimenopause, menopause, hormone therapy, or other chronic medical conditions. Reliance on the content on this site is solely at your own risk.
Beyond the Breakup: Healing After a Narcissistic Relationship
A significant part of my New York psychotherapy practice is devoted to helping couples and individuals navigate the painful dynamics of narcissism and emotional abuse. I work with partners caught in patterns of control, defensiveness, or emotional disconnection—often where one or both struggle with traits of narcissism, perfectionism, or deep insecurity masked by power. For individuals recovering from toxic or narcissistic relationships, therapy becomes a space to process the trauma, rebuild trust in their own perception, and learn to love without fear or self-abandonment. Using an integrative, trauma-informed approach that blends EMDR, somatic therapy, and attachment-focused work, I help clients understand the psychological and physiological roots of these dynamics—transforming survival patterns into self-awareness, boundaries, and emotional freedom.
Leaving a relationship with a narcissistic or emotionally abusive partner can feel both empowering and devastating. You may know, logically, that it was the right choice—but emotionally, your body and mind can remain entangled in confusion, guilt, or longing. You might find yourself replaying conversations, doubting your memories, or wondering why you still care about someone who caused so much pain. That’s not weakness—it’s trauma. Healing after narcissistic abuse isn’t just about getting over someone. It’s about reclaiming your nervous system, your voice, and your sense of self after being chronically invalidated or controlled.