Dissociative Disorders therapists in Ste. Genevieve, MO

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Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)

Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.

When people experience trauma, the mind has a wonderful way of protecting us from the pain that sometimes comes at the service of disconnecting from ourselves.

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17 Years Experience

Online in Ste. Genevieve, MO

Dr. Elizabeth Coldren, Psychologist in Denver, CO

Dissociation

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.

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26 Years Experience

Online in Ste. Genevieve, MO

Dissociation

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.

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8 Years Experience

Online in Ste. Genevieve, MO (Online Only)

Dissociation

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

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11 Years Experience

Online in Ste. Genevieve, MO

Dissociation

Dr. Alan Ickowitz

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I have helped clients cope with and heal from trauma resulting in dissociative disorders for more than 15 years.

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35 Years Experience

Online in Ste. Genevieve, MO