Dissociative Disorders therapists in Athens, OH

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Dissociation

Seven Hills Psychology

Psychologist, Psychologist

We offer treatment for dissociative disorders.

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18 Years Experience

In-Person in Athens, OH 45701

Online in Athens, OH

Denver, Colorado therapist: Dr. Elizabeth Coldren, psychologist

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 Athens, OH

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.

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11 Years Experience

Online in Athens, OH (Online Only)

Dissociation

Amy L Gould

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC-S, NCC, CCMHC

If you find yourself losing blocks of time, or shifting between different parts of yourself to handle different situations, you may be living with a dissociative disorder. Dissociation develops as the mind's remarkably adept response to severe trauma — often trauma experienced very young — a way of surviving what would otherwise be unbearable. Therapy can help you address the concerns that bring you in, whether they're in your relationships, your work, or your family life. Just as important is working with a therapist who is genuinely comfortable with the many parts of you — and I am. That comfort, and that respect for how your mind organized itself to protect you, is where real help begins.

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19 Years Experience

Online in Athens, OH

Dissociation

Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP

Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner

This component assist with supporting integration, emotional regulation, coping strategies, and the development of safety and stability in daily life.

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24 Years Experience

Online in Athens, OH