Dissociative Disorders therapists in Kirkwood, Missouri MO
Dissociative Disorders
Community and Long-Term Care Psychiatry, L.L.C.
Psychiatrist, Psychiatrists and LCSWs
2 of 4 our therapists have extensive background in treating this condition. The treatments provided by them are lead by our psychiatry team
9 Years Experience
Dissociative Disorders
Alicia Polk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, BC-TMH, CCTP-II
As a level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, my focus is working with people with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). If you have DID I know before we ever talk that your personal history is one that most people could never imagine and that you are an amazing survivor, even if you don't feel like it. Often times, the people I work with don't remember traumatic histories and their dissociative disorder is baffling to them. If this describes you, you might feel like or worry that you are "crazy," but I know you aren't and I'll explain to you how you can feel crazy but still be very sane. I understand that many people with DID don't trust easily. I don't expect to you to trust me until I've earned your trust, and that might take a very long time. If you haven't been diagnosed with DID but you've been given a list of diagnoses a mile long from various health providers, they might have missed the DID. It is common for DID to be missed (on average it is 7 years in the mental health system before it is diagnosed correctly).
My approach to working with DID is focus first on stabilization rather than memory work. This is because memory work done too early can further traumatize you. For this reason, I will not ask you lots of questions about the traumas you have experienced.
I offer a free 15-minute telehealth (video) consultation; this is a great way for you to get some of your questions answered and to see if you would feel comfortable working with me.
7 Years Experience
Dissociative Disorders
Allen Wood
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Dissociation often goes hand-in-hand with stress, trauma, and other forms of emotional overwhelm. While the spectrum of dissociation ranges from zoning out to complete shut-down, it can create invisible barriers between you and your goals. If you're feeling stuck, confused about why your best efforts in life aren't as satisfying, or have tried therapy without success then don't hesitate to reach out. In working together, we would use EMDR and Internal Family Systems interventions to identify the areas where you're finding those barriers and build the resources, skills, and regulation to be able to achieve those goals without losing yourself along the way.
6 Years Experience
Dissociative Disorders
Dr. Susan L. Waldo
Psychologist, PhD
Psychoeducation is employed to assist clients with dissociative disorders to understand the adaptive aspects of dissociation and the brain science behind it. Skill sets are developed for emotions management, trauma recovery, and grounding.
29 Years Experience
Dissociative Disorders
Dr. Trey Cole
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP, DAAETS
Do you have trouble remembering certain events, specifically traumatic ones, or seem to "lose" time? Do you find yourself "checking out?" If so, please reach out and learn how to be more present and engaged in your life.
17 Years Experience