Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Hamilton, ON
Hamilton Trauma Therapy Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RP(Q), RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9H
When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events. You may have tried to deal with these issues by numbing out, avoiding triggers, or even talking about the events, but nothing seems to change.
When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events. You may have tried to deal with these issues by numbing out, avoiding triggers, or even talking about the events, but nothing seems to change.
Are you ready to take the steps for the change you need and move forward with a life you deserve? Are you struggling with life stressors and want to gain some insight about the possible reasons and solutions?
Are you ready to take the steps for the change you need and move forward with a life you deserve? Are you struggling with life stressors and want to gain some insight about the possible reasons and solutions?
Virtual Sessions Only - What if you could rewrite the story that plays in your mind- and plays out in your life? Whether it’s big events or daily experiences from the past, your mind keeps revisiting painful memories. You may find the urge to avoid or numb the pain is intense. These thoughts, feelings, and patterns are impacting your current life and creating fear about your future. But the pain of your past doesn’t have to control your future. I offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore the root causes of these difficulties. By collaborating with me, we’ll empower you to move towards the next chapters of a brighter life.
Virtual Sessions Only - What if you could rewrite the story that plays in your mind- and plays out in your life? Whether it’s big events or daily experiences from the past, your mind keeps revisiting painful memories. You may find the urge to avoid or numb the pain is intense. These thoughts, feelings, and patterns are impacting your current life and creating fear about your future. But the pain of your past doesn’t have to control your future. I offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore the root causes of these difficulties. By collaborating with me, we’ll empower you to move towards the next chapters of a brighter life.
Clyde Thaddeus Mason
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I help people recover from trauma using Somatic Experiencing and adapted Internal Family Systems. I work with people who are plural or systems, Autistic, or survivors of religious, medical, or sexual violence. I prioritize transgender, 2S, and nonbinary survivors. I am open to everyone. From a Somatic Experiencing perspective, trauma is energy trapped in the nervous system caused by incomplete protective responses. Sensations are the language of the nervous system. I will guide you to notice and listen to your body's sensations so that you can regulate your nervous system and grow your capacity to feel presence, joy, and relief.
I help people recover from trauma using Somatic Experiencing and adapted Internal Family Systems. I work with people who are plural or systems, Autistic, or survivors of religious, medical, or sexual violence. I prioritize transgender, 2S, and nonbinary survivors. I am open to everyone. From a Somatic Experiencing perspective, trauma is energy trapped in the nervous system caused by incomplete protective responses. Sensations are the language of the nervous system. I will guide you to notice and listen to your body's sensations so that you can regulate your nervous system and grow your capacity to feel presence, joy, and relief.
Isabella Fermin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Belief in the strength of the human spirit grounds my approach; I see every behaviour as serving a purpose, even if it seems counterproductive or harmful. I love to help people recognize their own power, as we work to build new responses and relationships that reflect the safety they deserve. I can help you explore the impact of past wounds and trauma, and guide you toward healthier, more empowered living. I believe we heal within relationships—therapy offers not only space for self-understanding, but also a transformative relationship where you can rewrite your story, find hope, and connect more deeply with yourself and others.
Belief in the strength of the human spirit grounds my approach; I see every behaviour as serving a purpose, even if it seems counterproductive or harmful. I love to help people recognize their own power, as we work to build new responses and relationships that reflect the safety they deserve. I can help you explore the impact of past wounds and trauma, and guide you toward healthier, more empowered living. I believe we heal within relationships—therapy offers not only space for self-understanding, but also a transformative relationship where you can rewrite your story, find hope, and connect more deeply with yourself and others.
Maria Orrego - Couples And Sex Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MTS, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
My education and experience has led me to a profound passion for the restoration of people. I value understanding how the human mind functions on a day to day basis. My education and experience in Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapy has led me to further expertise on topics including communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, sex and stress within relationships. I believe therapy should never be seen as a failure, but rather as an avenue of growth and restoration.
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist providing integrated and holistic individual therapy for trauma and stress-related disorders; relationships; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; anger; complex mental health; as well as couples therapy. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment for sharing and growth based on your individual needs. Together we will work towards building an understanding of areas that have become problematic to you and examine how they have shaped your experiences.
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist providing integrated and holistic individual therapy for trauma and stress-related disorders; relationships; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; anger; complex mental health; as well as couples therapy. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment for sharing and growth based on your individual needs. Together we will work towards building an understanding of areas that have become problematic to you and examine how they have shaped your experiences.
My name is Katie Ritchie and I support individuals with a wide variety of a personal challenges in a collaborative and strength-based manner. I welcome clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety (including intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social phobia), depression, life transitions, addictions, and LGBT/non-binary issues.
My name is Katie Ritchie and I support individuals with a wide variety of a personal challenges in a collaborative and strength-based manner. I welcome clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety (including intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, social phobia), depression, life transitions, addictions, and LGBT/non-binary issues.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Welcome! Do you want to get to the heart of what hurts, and to understand yourself through a kinder lens? As a trauma therapist I can support you to feel more present and alive. If that's hard to imagine that’s ok, we can get you there together. You may be feeling stuck, anxious, easily triggered, or overwhelmed. You may be navigating perfectionism, exhausted from people pleasing, spinning from a gaslighting experience, or struggling in your relationships. Perhaps you are ready to deal with a difficult childhood. Or maybe you have lost your connection to joy, and wish you could feel safe and comfortable in your own skin.
Welcome! Do you want to get to the heart of what hurts, and to understand yourself through a kinder lens? As a trauma therapist I can support you to feel more present and alive. If that's hard to imagine that’s ok, we can get you there together. You may be feeling stuck, anxious, easily triggered, or overwhelmed. You may be navigating perfectionism, exhausted from people pleasing, spinning from a gaslighting experience, or struggling in your relationships. Perhaps you are ready to deal with a difficult childhood. Or maybe you have lost your connection to joy, and wish you could feel safe and comfortable in your own skin.
Taking the first step to feeling better is always scary. I have been privileged to walk along side many individuals on their journey to improved health and well-being. My clinical work focuses on children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of difficulties. I tailor treatments to work with your specific needs and help you develop skills and strategies to make positive changes in your life. I welcome all individuals regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, language, and/or socioeconomic status.
Taking the first step to feeling better is always scary. I have been privileged to walk along side many individuals on their journey to improved health and well-being. My clinical work focuses on children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of difficulties. I tailor treatments to work with your specific needs and help you develop skills and strategies to make positive changes in your life. I welcome all individuals regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, language, and/or socioeconomic status.
Meet Our Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counsellors
Pam Santon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, RSW, RMFT
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8S
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in private practice since 1983. Couples and families are a primary focus of mine including those struggling life transitions, mental health, cognitive diversity, sexuality, sexual compulsive disorders, substance and process addictions, as well as emotional and physical affairs. I am trained in systemic models of interventions that allow for a dual focus on the needs of the individual as well as those of the relationship. I am an Approved Supervisor with AAMFT/CACFT allowing me the privilege of supervising new & seasoned therapists in the community interested in systemic models.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in private practice since 1983. Couples and families are a primary focus of mine including those struggling life transitions, mental health, cognitive diversity, sexuality, sexual compulsive disorders, substance and process addictions, as well as emotional and physical affairs. I am trained in systemic models of interventions that allow for a dual focus on the needs of the individual as well as those of the relationship. I am an Approved Supervisor with AAMFT/CACFT allowing me the privilege of supervising new & seasoned therapists in the community interested in systemic models.
Acorn Counselling -Child Youth Family Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYC-P
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling worried and overthinking seemingly ordinary situations, or feeling unmotivated and having a hard time getting involved in daily activities? We are here to help! If you’re noticing low self-esteem, poor confidence, trouble focusing, mood swings, or have concern for your or your young person’s mental health, we'd love to connect with you.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
Meagan Jennings
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8G
Are you struggling with anxiety or negative thoughts that seem to hold you back, no matter how hard you try? These challenges can leave you feeling exhausted and can spill over into various aspects of your life, including work, school, and relationships. I specialize in supporting individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, eating disorders, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. Together, we will work to explore and address these emotions, behaviors, and thought patterns, empowering you to regain control and improve your quality of life.
Are you struggling with anxiety or negative thoughts that seem to hold you back, no matter how hard you try? These challenges can leave you feeling exhausted and can spill over into various aspects of your life, including work, school, and relationships. I specialize in supporting individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, eating disorders, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. Together, we will work to explore and address these emotions, behaviors, and thought patterns, empowering you to regain control and improve your quality of life.
We are all on a path of healing and discovery that leads, eventually and inevitably, to the realization of our true potential. I see psychotherapy as a powerful companion on this journey - it is a helpful friend that can help ease the burden during dark times, and it is a ray of light that can guide us more quickly beyond our own limitations when we are moving towards a goal. My practice is based in modern cognitive therapy and the neuroscience of trauma, while always anchored in the wisdom of mindfulness, acceptance and nondual awareness.
We are all on a path of healing and discovery that leads, eventually and inevitably, to the realization of our true potential. I see psychotherapy as a powerful companion on this journey - it is a helpful friend that can help ease the burden during dark times, and it is a ray of light that can guide us more quickly beyond our own limitations when we are moving towards a goal. My practice is based in modern cognitive therapy and the neuroscience of trauma, while always anchored in the wisdom of mindfulness, acceptance and nondual awareness.
As a registered therapist with over 20 years experience in clinical practice, I have extensive expertise in the areas of PTSD and trauma. I am deeply committed to helping people heal, so that pain from the past doesn't permeate into the present. My goal is to help people heal, so that they can feel more content and enjoy meaningful, connected relationships.
As a registered therapist with over 20 years experience in clinical practice, I have extensive expertise in the areas of PTSD and trauma. I am deeply committed to helping people heal, so that pain from the past doesn't permeate into the present. My goal is to help people heal, so that they can feel more content and enjoy meaningful, connected relationships.
Emily Claire Blackmoon
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MSW, OASW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8V
Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood trauma, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.
Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood trauma, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.
Stephanie Perrotta
Registered Psychotherapist, Hons BA, MA
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
Hi, I’m Stephanie, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Gerontology from McMaster University, a post-grad in Brain Injury Disorders and I have completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. My background in working with Traumatic Brain Injuries has given me the opportunity to work with individuals who have experienced loss, grief, anger, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, changes in personality, and social behaviours. Being in this field fueled my passion to help individuals achieve their mental health and well-being goals.
Hi, I’m Stephanie, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Gerontology from McMaster University, a post-grad in Brain Injury Disorders and I have completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. My background in working with Traumatic Brain Injuries has given me the opportunity to work with individuals who have experienced loss, grief, anger, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, changes in personality, and social behaviours. Being in this field fueled my passion to help individuals achieve their mental health and well-being goals.
Stacey Fernandes
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9H
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I'm Stacey and I offer a soft landing in a bright space full of plants and sunshine. I offer coping strategies for anxiety, depression, fatigue, life transitions, trauma and stress to improve your wellness. I offer connection and collaboration exploring your emotions, thoughts, behaviours, challenges, boundaries and communication strategies. You deserve peace, growth and healing. Are you ready to tap into your innate authenticity, increase self compassion, boost your self esteem and create inspiring meaningful changes?
Hi! I'm Stacey and I offer a soft landing in a bright space full of plants and sunshine. I offer coping strategies for anxiety, depression, fatigue, life transitions, trauma and stress to improve your wellness. I offer connection and collaboration exploring your emotions, thoughts, behaviours, challenges, boundaries and communication strategies. You deserve peace, growth and healing. Are you ready to tap into your innate authenticity, increase self compassion, boost your self esteem and create inspiring meaningful changes?
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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counsellors
How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?
Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.
Are there specific medications for dissociation?
There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.