Addiction Medicine Specialist
It can be difficult to watch someone you care about struggle with emotional or physical challenges that they might not even fully recognize. Often, people turn to alcohol or drugs as a way to cope with overwhelming stress, anxiety, or sadness. While their intention may be to find relief, this approach often creates deeper problems instead of resolving the underlying issues. If someone you love seems to be caught in this cycle, there is hope for healing and change.
Dr. Michael J. Kittay is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist based in Palm Beach who offers a unique and compassionate medical approach to addressing alcohol addiction and drug addiction. Board Certified in Addiction Medicine and a member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatrists, he is an addiction medicine specialist who uses state of the art evidence based medical protocols and treatment guidelines that are recognized by the American Society of Addiction Medicine and the National institutes of Drug Abuse as effective and safe addiction treatment.
With extensive training in the complex relationships between emotional and physical health, he understands that addiction is not a sign of weakness but a symptom of deeper struggles that deserve understanding and care.
A Safe Space For Help
Dr. Kittay’s concierge psychiatry practice is designed to provide exclusive, accessible, and personalized care. This model allows him to dedicate the time and attention needed to truly understand each patient’s circumstances. Whether through in-office or telemedicine appointments, Dr. Kittay creates a safe space for patients to share their concerns and begin the journey toward recovery.
His practice is particularly well-suited for those dealing with dual diagnosis, a condition where a mental health disorder, such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, coexists with an addiction. This is a common occurrence, as many people use substances like alcohol or drugs to self-medicate. Unfortunately, rather than solving the problem, this approach can exacerbate the very issues they are trying to escape.
Understanding Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis is a critical aspect of addiction treatment. Dr. Kittay uses an Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) model, an evidence-based practice designed to address both mental health conditions and substance use disorders simultaneously. This comprehensive approach not only improves quality of life but also supports long-term recovery.
For individuals facing alcohol addiction or drug addiction, it’s important to recognize that these challenges rarely exist in isolation. They are often deeply tied to emotional pain or unresolved trauma. Treating both the mental health condition and the addiction ensures a more effective and lasting recovery.No one can predict when or where an attack will occur, and between episodes many worry intensely and dread the next attack.
People having panic attacks sometimes believe they are having heart attacks, are losing their minds, or on the verge of death, and often go to the ER for help.
Understanding Polysubstance Addiction
Dr Kittay is an expert in treating patients addicted to multiple substances at the same time. The majority of individuals affected by substance use disorders (SUDs) report the habitual use of multiple drugs. In clinical settings, Polysubstance users account for up to 91% of treatment-seeking drug-users. The average use is 3.5 concurrent substances. These individuals tend to be younger adult males who have complicated comorbid psychiatric diagnoses and medical problems. A common pattern of multiple addictions involves alcohol combined with drugs.
Accessible, Meticulous, Personalized Care in Palm Beach
Dr. Kittay’s Palm Beach drug addiction services are tailored to the unique needs of his patients. Because he maintains a small number of active clients, he can provide:
This personalized level of care fosters trust and helps patients feel supported at every step of their recovery journey.
Gentle Support for Those You Care About
If someone you know is struggling, offering them the opportunity to connect with Dr. Kittay can make all the difference. Seeking help for drug addiction or alcohol addiction is not about judgment or assigning blame. It’s about understanding the deeper struggles and finding a path to healing.
Dr. Kittay’s empathetic approach ensures that each patient feels respected and valued. He prioritizes building close relationships with his patients, practicing empathy, care, and compassion daily. His ultimate goal is to treat not just the addiction but the whole person, helping them regain balance, confidence, and a sense of purpose.
Hope Is Within Reach
A person with social anxiety disorder has significant anxiety and discomfort about being embarrassed, humiliated, rejected or looked down on in social interactions.
People with this disorder will try to avoid the situation or endure it with great anxiety. The fear or anxiety causes problems with daily functioning and lasts at least six months.
Common examples are extreme fear of public speaking, meeting new people or eating/drinking in public.
