Dissociative Disorders therapists in Amherst, NS
Browse Dissociative Disorders therapists in Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dissociation
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
There are different kinds of dissociative disorders. If you have DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder), then unfortunately I lack training in that area.
However, if you chronically are feeling dissociated, disconnected from your body and/or the present moment, and want to be able to be more in the here and now, I absolutely have training around that. Somatic Experiencing can be very effective at slowly and gently supporting your nervous system to move out of freeze (dissociation) and into a more vital, grounded headspace.
11 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NS (Online Only)
Dissociation
Mary Mikhail
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BSW, MACP, RSW
Dissociation can feel like being disconnected from yourself or your surroundings, losing track of time, or having gaps in memory. These experiences can be confusing or unsettling, and they may affect your sense of safety and connection in daily life. You don’t have to explain everything perfectly to begin therapy.
We can start with what you’re experiencing now, identify situations that may bring on dissociation, and develop practical ways to feel more grounded and supported. When it feels appropriate, we can also explore how past experiences may relate to your current patterns. We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, with attention to your needs, boundaries, and goals.
7 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NS (Online Only)
Dissociation
Masha Andreeva
Registered Psychotherapist, HonBA, DTATI, RP
Art therapy can provide a grounding and integrative approach to working with dissociative disorders by helping you gently reconnect with yourself in a safe and supportive way. Through creative expression, you can externalize internal experiences, explore fragmented parts of the self, and develop a stronger sense of presence and embodiment. The art-making process allows for nonverbal communication, making it an effective tool for processing emotions and experiences that may feel difficult to articulate. My approach incorporates mindfulness and body-based practices to support reconnection, self-awareness, and a greater sense of stability and integration.
20 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NS (Online Only)
Dissociation
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
Dissociation can develop as a response to overwhelming stress or trauma and may involve feeling disconnected from thoughts, emotions, memories, identity, or surroundings. Therapy provides a safe, trauma-informed approach to help individuals build stability, increase self-awareness, strengthen grounding skills, and support healing from difficult experiences.
26 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NS
Dissociation
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
Our clinicians work thoughtfully with dissociation and trauma responses, prioritizing safety, stabilization, and collaboration while respecting how your system has learned to survive.
16 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NS (Online Only)
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Amherst, NS Statistics
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Amherst, NS average 15 years of experience and charge around $165 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (57%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (57%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (57%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$165
Accept insurance
86%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 57% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 57% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 57% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 57% | Somatic Therapy |
| 50% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 50% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Men |
| 64% | Women |
| 50% | Jewish |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Persons with Disabilities |