Dissociative Disorders therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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Dissociation
Transformational Choices
Therapist, LMSW, LPC, CAADC, LLMSW
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Online in Grand Rapids, MI
Dissociation
Josh Murray- Hopeful Minds
Psychologist, MA, LLP
Dissociative identity disorder is associated with overwhelming experiences, traumatic events and/or abuse that occurred in childhood. Dissociative identity disorder was previously referred to as multiple personality disorder.
Symptoms of dissociative identity disorder (criteria for diagnosis) include:
The existence of two or more distinct identities (or “personality states”). The distinct identities are accompanied by changes in behavior, memory and thinking. The signs and symptoms may be observed by others or reported by the individual.
Ongoing gaps in memory about everyday events, personal information and/or past traumatic events.
The symptoms cause significant distress or problems in social, occupational or other areas of functioning.
In addition, the disturbance must not be a normal part of a broadly accepted cultural or religious practice.
With appropriate treatment, many people are successful in addressing the major symptoms of dissociative identity disorder and improving their ability to function and live a productive, fulfilling life.
Treatment typically involves psychotherapy. Therapy can help people gain control over the dissociative process and symptoms. The goal of therapy is to help integrate the different elements of identity. Therapy may be intense and difficult as it involves remembering and coping with past traumatic experiences. Cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy are two commonly used types of therapy. Hypnosis has also been found to be helpful in the treatment of dissociative identity disorder.
There are no medications to directly treat the symptoms of dissociative identity disorder. However, medication may be helpful in treating related conditions or symptoms, such as using antidepressants to treat symptoms of depression.
5 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MI
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 Grand Rapids, MI (Online Only)
Dissociation
Murphy Hall
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Dissociation can develop as a way of coping with experiences that once felt overwhelming or unsafe. I provide a trauma-informed space to better understand dissociative experiences, increase grounding and present-moment awareness, build safety and stabilization, and gently explore the experiences underlying these patterns at a pace that feels manageable.
7 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MI (Online Only)
Dissociation
April Bieber
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, CPC, LCPC, LMHC, LPC, LPC-MHS, QS (FL)
If you experience memory gaps, identity confusion, or feel disconnected from yourself, therapy can help you feel grounded and whole again. I use a trauma-informed approach to gently support integration and healing.
17 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MI (Online Only)
Grand Rapids is the commercial capital of west Michigan and the cultural center of the Christian Reformed tradition in America — a denomination that has historically shaped the city's conservative, community-oriented character and created a therapy landscape where faith-integrated approaches are among the most sought after. The city has a large Latino community and growing populations from West Africa and Burma through refugee resettlement, creating multilingual and culturally diverse therapy demand alongside its predominantly White and faith-oriented mainstream. Corewell Health and Trinity Health Grand Rapids provide major institutional mental health resources, while Calvin University and Michigan State University's Grand Rapids medical campus contribute training programs. Grand Rapids's growing art and brewing culture reflects a diversifying city identity, and therapists working with creative professionals and young urban residents are increasingly well represented.
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Grand Rapids, MI Statistics
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Grand Rapids, MI average 18 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (57%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (54%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 43% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 54% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 46% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 43% | Somatic Therapy |
| 39% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 54% | Teen |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 54% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |