Sheldon Brandt, Cape Town

Services

Assessment
Assessment of individuals of all ages who feel they may have an addiction problem and need a comprehensivei psychological assessment to help them decide what they would like to do about it.

Treatment
The treatment of adults who misuse/abuse or are dependent on substances (e.g. alcohol, illicit drugs, prescription and over-the-counter medicines) or suffer with other addictive disorders (gambling, shopping, sex, etc.). This includes individuals who are currently using or have been clean/sober for a period of time but are struggling to cope and deal with issues. The treatment of adults with depression, relationship, marital or family problems related to addiction.

Family
Support for family members who are concerned about the using/drinking behaviour of a family member and need some advice and support on how to manage the situation.

Talks
Talks/presentations and training to interested groups.

Employer
Assisting employers with managing addiction in the workplace. This includes assisting in setting up and implementing a drug testing policy. Advising management on how to address substance abuse issues in the workplace. Facilitating workshops for management and staff of various issues including how to recognise addiction in the workplace, how to assist someone in addressing their problem and general education on drugs of abuse and the illness of addiction.

Adult children of addicts
Therapy for those who feel they have been affected by their parent’s using/drinking. Closed group sessions are also held, for details see the flyer.

Supervision
Supervision for other professionals in the addiction field.