Why Choose Our Holistic Recovery Center?

Private Treatment in a Tropical Setting

'New Paradigm' is Innovative

Why New Paradigm
  • Max 4 clients at one time
  • 4:1 staff to client ratio
  • Worldwide ‘A’ list client base
  • UK/USA Certified Instructors and Practitioners
  • Endorsed by the “Victims of Crime Tribunal” Melbourne Australia
  • 25+ Years of Experience with Highest Success Rates

At New Paradigm, recovery programs are designed to put quality before quantity by working one-on-one with each client in our intensive, customized programs.

With the “Eight Domain” approach, our highly professional staff creates a step-by-step blueprint for personal accountability that includes physical, mental, and emotional aspects. With this framework in base, you will benefit from a successful, long-lasting recovery.

In addition, a follow-up consultation period helps you stay on track.

Thailand’s First Recovery Center

Dirk Lambert founded Thailand’s first recovery center in 1999.New Body And Mind was located on the island of Koh Samui and expanded to three locations serving thousands of clients over the course of 15 years.

About the Team

Certified Practitioners and Instructors

Dirk J. Lambert MSc.
Clinical Trauma and EMDR Specialist, Author and Founder


Dirk J. Lambert, MSc., is not your conventional psychotherapist. With over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health, he blends scientific expertise with spiritual wisdom to guide individuals through their darkest challenges.

As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I) and a twice-ordained Buddhist monk, Dirk brings a unique perspective to trauma and depression therapy. Through his pioneering approach at New Paradigm, Dirk integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with spiritual practices rooted in mindfulness and compassion.

His work exemplifies the profound healing potential of merging modern therapeutic techniques with ancient wisdom. A trailblazer in alternative mental healthcare, Dirk is reshaping how we view trauma and depression recovery, proving that true healing comes from addressing not just the mind, but the body and soul as well.

Team Member - Kae
Team Member - Nino

Dirk J. Lambert MSc.
Certified Trauma Specialist, Author and Founder


Dirk J. Lambert, MSc., is not your conventional psychotherapist. With over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health, he blends scientific expertise with spiritual wisdom to guide individuals through their darkest challenges.

As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I) and a twice-ordained Buddhist monk, Dirk brings a unique perspective to trauma and depression therapy. Through his pioneering approach at New Paradigm, Dirk integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with spiritual practices rooted in mindfulness and compassion.

His work exemplifies the profound healing potential of merging modern therapeutic techniques with ancient wisdom. A trailblazer in alternative mental healthcare, Dirk is reshaping how we view trauma and depression recovery, proving that true healing comes from addressing not just the mind, but the body and soul as well.

Team Member - ARTHIT

Arthit Uthai Lambert (Program Manager + PT. Instructor)


Arthit Uthai Lambert serves as our dedicated Program Manager and Fitness Trainer at New Paradigm.

With a background rooted in education from Assumption College and experience from the Royal Thai Army, Arthit brings a unique blend of discipline, dedication, and compassion to our team.

Alongside his role as a Fitness Trainer, Arthit holds a certificate in trauma treatment and awareness from the UK, further enhancing his ability to support our guests on their healing journeys.

With his unwavering commitment to our guests' well-being and his holistic approach to fitness and wellness, Arthit plays a vital role in ensuring that every individual at New Paradigm receives the care and support they need to thrive.

Team Member - Arthit

Arthit Uthai Lambert (Program Manager + PT. Instructor)


Arthit Uthai Lambert serves as our dedicated Program Manager and Fitness Trainer at New Paradigm.

With a background rooted in education from Assumption College and experience from the Royal Thai Army, Arthit brings a unique blend of discipline, dedication, and compassion to our team.

Alongside his role as a Fitness Trainer, Arthit holds a certificate in trauma treatment and awareness from the UK, further enhancing his ability to support our guests on their healing journeys.

With his unwavering commitment to our guests' well-being and his holistic approach to fitness and wellness, Arthit plays a vital role in ensuring that every individual at New Paradigm receives the care and support they need to thrive.

Khanitha "Kae" Harasai (Operations + F&B Mgr.)


Kae Harasai is the dynamic force behind our operations at New Paradigm Mental Health Resort, serving as both our Operations Manager and Executive Chef.

With a diverse skill set and a passion for hospitality, Kae ensures that every guest's experience is nothing short of exceptional.

Alongside her extensive culinary expertise, she brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership, holding certifications as a TAT guide and boasting master's degrees in both business administration and education.

Kae's dedication to excellence and her warm, welcoming demeanor make her an invaluable asset to our team, embodying our commitment to holistic wellness and unparalleled service.

Team Member - Kae
Team Member - Kae

Khanitha "Kae" Harasai (Operations + F&B Mgr.)


Kae Harasai is the dynamic force behind our operations at New Paradigm Mental Health Resort, serving as both our Operations Manager and Executive Chef.

With a diverse skill set and a passion for hospitality, Kae ensures that every guest's experience is nothing short of exceptional.

Alongside her extensive culinary expertise, she brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership, holding certifications as a TAT guide and boasting master's degrees in both business administration and education.

Kae's dedication to excellence and her warm, welcoming demeanor make her an invaluable asset to our team, embodying our commitment to holistic wellness and unparalleled service.

Team Member - Noom

Noom Yaka (Martial Arts Instructor)


Noom Yaca serves as our esteemed Martial Arts Instructor at New Paradigm. With an impressive tenure of over 10 years with us, Noom brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.

With 25 years of experience in martial arts, his guidance and instruction are invaluable to our guests seeking physical and mental empowerment.

Notably, Noom is a retired national Thai boxing champion, showcasing his exceptional skill and dedication to the martial arts discipline.

His leadership, coupled with his passion for helping others achieve their goals, makes him an integral part of our team at New Paradigm, ensuring that every guest receives top-notch support and guidance on their wellness journey.

Team Member - Noom

Noom Yaka (Martial Arts Instructor)


Noom Yaca serves as our esteemed Martial Arts Instructor at New Paradigm. With an impressive tenure of over 10 years with us, Noom brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.

With 25 years of experience in martial arts, his guidance and instruction are invaluable to our guests seeking physical and mental empowerment.

Notably, Noom is a retired national Thai boxing champion, showcasing his exceptional skill and dedication to the martial arts discipline.

His leadership, coupled with his passion for helping others achieve their goals, makes him an integral part of our team at New Paradigm, ensuring that every guest receives top-notch support and guidance on their wellness journey.

K. Peony Harrow


K. Peony Harrow brings a wealth of expertise to our team as a certified yoga instructor, having honed her skills through rigorous training at Yoga World and the Bkk Yoga Institute.

Specializing in Hatha yoga and Pranayama breathing techniques, Peony's passion for wellness and mindfulness shines through in her dedicated practice.

As a valued member of our team, she brings a unique blend of knowledge, experience, and compassion to every session, guiding our guests on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace.

Peony's commitment to holistic health and her nurturing approach make her an integral part of our wellness program, enriching the lives of all who have the privilege of practicing under her guidance.

Team Member - Poney
Team Member - Peony

K. Peony Harrow


K. Peony Harrow brings a wealth of expertise to our team as a certified yoga instructor, having honed her skills through rigorous training at Yoga World and the Bkk Yoga Institute.

Specializing in Hatha yoga and Pranayama breathing techniques, Peony's passion for wellness and mindfulness shines through in her dedicated practice.

As a valued member of our team, she brings a unique blend of knowledge, experience, and compassion to every session, guiding our guests on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace.

Peony's commitment to holistic health and her nurturing approach make her an integral part of our wellness program, enriching the lives of all who have the privilege of practicing under her guidance.

About The Founder

Dirk J. Lambert (MSc.)


Dirk J. Lambert, Founder and Lead Psychotherapist at New Paradigm, is an accredited PTSD and Clinical Trauma Specialist with 25+ years of experience.
He is a twice-ordained Buddhist Monk and regarded as one of the leading experts on alternative and holistic therapies.

Abuse, Suffering and Depression

While he’s a highly regarded expert in his field, his beginnings entailed abuse, suffering, and depression during his teenage years, and this subsequently led to substance abuse and addiction.

Dirk Para

Commando and Business Executive

Eventually, he pulled himself from this downward spiral and joined the military in Marche Les Dammes, Belgium, where he completed Para Commando Training. Later, he became a non commissioned officer (NCO) with the 1st Cavalry Belgium Army as a drill instructor and tank commander on CVRT stationed at the East German border in Germany.

Dirk went on to qualify as a IBM at AT&T systems engineer and excelled in each of his information tech businesses he created next in Singapore, Vietnam, and Thailand.

Still, he didn’t feel complete. Money and fame was abundant but left him feeling empty and dissatisfied.

Despite success, money and fame feeling empty and dissatisfied

Dirk finally began to feel whole when he began to help others as a volunteer and PTSD counselor for U.S. war veterans in Vietnam. He accompanied, coached, and counselled them on their recovery journeys.

Those heavily traumatised ex-soldiers returned to Vietnam for the first time after the war with the sole objective of healing their emotional scars and putting their demons to rest.

Dirk American Chamber of Commerce
Dirk Practitioner

Starting the First Rehabilitation and Recovery Center in Thailand

In 2000, Dirk launched Thailand’s first alternative rehab and recovery center, which expanded to three locations. Over the next fifteen years, Dirk would help countless clients and study Chinese Herbal Medicine.

In 2005, he became certified as a Live Blood Analysis Technician and Practitioner by Metagenics Australia.

Ordained as Buddhist Monk

In 2015, and again in 2018, Dirk was ordained as a Buddhist monk and worked as a senior counselor and advisor for the world-renowned Wat Tham Krabok drug rehab center in Thailand.

In 2008, he launched New Paradigm, which is also an official treatment center for sexual abuse victims per the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal in Melbourne, Australia.

Nino as Monk at Fire

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