Dissociative Disorders therapists in Cumberland, Maryland MD
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Dissociation
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor, and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness, and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment where you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Washington Psychological Wellness believes in respect and equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health, or status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in Cumberland, MD Maryland
Dissociation
Stacey Hellman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
Dissociation operates on a spectrum and dissociative disorders occur as a direct result of long-term trauma starting in early childhood and continuing throughout adolescence. Dissociation is a childhood survival strategy but can be disempowering in adulthood and actually cause problems. I am trauma certified and can provide psychoeducation about trauma and dissociation. I teach clients how to recognize when a dissociative episode is about to happen and can provide simple, concrete grounding tools to help clients prevent dissociation, and how to "bring themselves back" if they do become dissociated. We can practice these tools over and over in session with the intention of clients using them on their own in-between sessions as much as possible. The best way to learn these tools is to practice them when the client ISN'T dissociated so that over time it becomes more natural and the client doesn't have to think too hard about what to do or how to do them. I provide an in-depth evaluation at the beginning of therapy to determine the level/degree of dissociation a person may be experiencing.
24 Years Experience
Online in Cumberland, MD Maryland
Dissociation
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who feel disconnected from themselves in ways that can be hard to explain. Dissociation can look like going through the motions on autopilot, feeling far away or unreal, losing track of time when you’re stressed, or noticing that your emotions and body feel muted, numb, or out of sync. Some people describe it as feeling foggy, checked out, or like they’re watching their life from the outside. Many people I see function well in work or school while privately feeling detached or not fully present. You may have learned to shut down, go quiet inside, or “check out” to get through overwhelming situations, and those strategies can persist long after the original stress has passed. These patterns often develop in situations where you had to stay small, stay calm, or stay invisible to feel safe. Over time, dissociation can shape how you relate to yourself, how you make decisions, and how close you allow others to get. You may find it hard to trust your internal signals, access your emotions, or feel connected to your own preferences and needs. In our work together, we approach dissociation with respect for the ways it has protected you. We look at what your nervous system learned to do under pressure, how these patterns show up now, and what helps you feel more grounded and present without overwhelming the parts of you that have relied on distance to stay safe. The goal is not to get rid of dissociation, but to help you understand it, reduce its cost, and build a steadier connection to yourself so you can move through your life with more clarity, choice, and a deeper sense of being “here” in your own life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Cumberland, MD Maryland
Dissociation
Laura G. Kogan
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have been working in the trauma field for many years and am certified in EMDR, IFS, and NARM - three modalities that many people have found helpful in improving the trauma-related symptoms such as dissociation.
36 Years Experience
Online in Cumberland, MD Maryland
Dissociation
Nancy Hayes-Gary, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, MD , Psy.D.
Grounding, soothing, and leaning to separate out past trauma from present reality helps decrease dissociation. I also approach this with some of the approaches I’ve already mentioned. People who dissociate are often plagued with past thoughts or memories of a very difficult time. Exploring childhood patterns of family interactions gives one a key to understanding their dissociation as a trauma response. Also essential is the learning of other trauma responses that don’t come with the down sides of dissociating, like memory problems or depersonalization/derealization anxiety.
33 Years Experience
Online in Cumberland, MD Maryland (Online Only)
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Cumberland, Maryland Statistics
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Cumberland, Maryland average 20 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (57%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (48%).
Average years in practice
20 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
26%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 48% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Experiential Therapy |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Men |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Women |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |