Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counselling in Chislehurst
Your life can start to go in a new direction from the resources gained in therapy. I have been working over a decade as a UKCP psychotherapist in helping people to begin again or improve where they are in life. My experience assists those with dissociation, trauma, stress, adoption and situations that have a negative affect on life. I can help you take the steps to a new you. It can feel lonely sitting with a feelings that remain present. I have lived in 8 countries so know moving is not simple and can leave difficult feelings. I am also trained to give the SCID-D assessment for a psychological diagnosis in dissociative disorders.
Your life can start to go in a new direction from the resources gained in therapy. I have been working over a decade as a UKCP psychotherapist in helping people to begin again or improve where they are in life. My experience assists those with dissociation, trauma, stress, adoption and situations that have a negative affect on life. I can help you take the steps to a new you. It can feel lonely sitting with a feelings that remain present. I have lived in 8 countries so know moving is not simple and can leave difficult feelings. I am also trained to give the SCID-D assessment for a psychological diagnosis in dissociative disorders.
Sarah is a successful paralegal in the City who struggled with shameful feelings and self-disgust most of her life. Typically as Christmas was approaching and lots of parties invitations started to arrive on her desk, she would surrender into procrastination and self-criticism, in order to avoid a situation she felt likely to fail, supported by an exaggerated set of predictions about social embarrassment or other social disasters. Sarah struggles to improve her confidence and esteem - in spite of a successful academic and professional life. Her efforts are genuine but exhausting and she often is trapped by episodes of depression.
Sarah is a successful paralegal in the City who struggled with shameful feelings and self-disgust most of her life. Typically as Christmas was approaching and lots of parties invitations started to arrive on her desk, she would surrender into procrastination and self-criticism, in order to avoid a situation she felt likely to fail, supported by an exaggerated set of predictions about social embarrassment or other social disasters. Sarah struggles to improve her confidence and esteem - in spite of a successful academic and professional life. Her efforts are genuine but exhausting and she often is trapped by episodes of depression.
I am an Accredited BACP Therapist & Supervisor. I can offer Person Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT and EMDR. If you are considering how therapy can support you through challenging life events, I can support you by offering a safe & confidential space in which you can begin to examine what may feel impossible right now to resolve by yourself; without fear of being judged and experience, perhaps for the first time, a real feeling of being heard. I work by helping you to explore your thoughts, emotions & life story so far, with the aim of both of us understanding & together making sense of the difficulties you are experiencing.
I am an Accredited BACP Therapist & Supervisor. I can offer Person Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT and EMDR. If you are considering how therapy can support you through challenging life events, I can support you by offering a safe & confidential space in which you can begin to examine what may feel impossible right now to resolve by yourself; without fear of being judged and experience, perhaps for the first time, a real feeling of being heard. I work by helping you to explore your thoughts, emotions & life story so far, with the aim of both of us understanding & together making sense of the difficulties you are experiencing.
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
Maybe life has dealt you a blow that has shattered you, or maybe you feel stuck and confused about who you are and what you want in life. Or maybe, you feel full of bad feelings that threaten to overwhelm you – feelings such as sadness, rage, hopelessness, shame, fear and frustration. If so, therapy can help.
Maybe life has dealt you a blow that has shattered you, or maybe you feel stuck and confused about who you are and what you want in life. Or maybe, you feel full of bad feelings that threaten to overwhelm you – feelings such as sadness, rage, hopelessness, shame, fear and frustration. If so, therapy can help.
I trained as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust. I have 20 years of experience working in the Public Sector with young people and adults with a range of emotional and mental health needs. I currently work in the NHS as a Highly Specialised Psychotherapist and have my own Private Practice. Please refer to my website horse4thought for information on Psychodynamic, EMDR and Equine Facilitated Therapy. I welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds. I work with adults, young people, and children with symptoms linked to trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship, and behavioural issues.
I trained as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust. I have 20 years of experience working in the Public Sector with young people and adults with a range of emotional and mental health needs. I currently work in the NHS as a Highly Specialised Psychotherapist and have my own Private Practice. Please refer to my website horse4thought for information on Psychodynamic, EMDR and Equine Facilitated Therapy. I welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds. I work with adults, young people, and children with symptoms linked to trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship, and behavioural issues.
Highly qualified experienced Accredited EMDR 8-phase model for PTSD plus. Integrating Parts Therapy aka Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy, Hypno-analysis, Neurolinguistic Linguistic Programming (NLP), Psychotherapy based. Accredited BACP Therapist. General Hypnotherapy Registered. A Sophisticated multi-modalities approach to meet all your therapeutic needs.
Highly qualified experienced Accredited EMDR 8-phase model for PTSD plus. Integrating Parts Therapy aka Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy, Hypno-analysis, Neurolinguistic Linguistic Programming (NLP), Psychotherapy based. Accredited BACP Therapist. General Hypnotherapy Registered. A Sophisticated multi-modalities approach to meet all your therapeutic needs.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, past trauma, or relationship difficulties? Know that there is hope, and change is within reach. Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed by life's pressures and difficulties and this can cause problems such as anxiety and depression. Past or present issues can cause emotional turmoil and it can be difficult to make sense of life's puzzle. I offer a space where you might be able to put some of the pieces back together and hopefully find a way forward.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, past trauma, or relationship difficulties? Know that there is hope, and change is within reach. Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed by life's pressures and difficulties and this can cause problems such as anxiety and depression. Past or present issues can cause emotional turmoil and it can be difficult to make sense of life's puzzle. I offer a space where you might be able to put some of the pieces back together and hopefully find a way forward.
When life feels out of focus it's good to talk. My name's Carolyne and I'm a trained integrative counsellor. I can support you to restore your self-confidence, work through your issues and help you recognise you matter too! Everyone’s unique as are our experiences. Something that is overwhelming or difficult to process for you may not be the same for those around you and that’s ok. I’m here to help you unpick what is going on for you in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment. So, rather than ignoring the elephant in the room, lets invite it in and talk.
When life feels out of focus it's good to talk. My name's Carolyne and I'm a trained integrative counsellor. I can support you to restore your self-confidence, work through your issues and help you recognise you matter too! Everyone’s unique as are our experiences. Something that is overwhelming or difficult to process for you may not be the same for those around you and that’s ok. I’m here to help you unpick what is going on for you in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment. So, rather than ignoring the elephant in the room, lets invite it in and talk.
“When a flower fails to bloom, it is not the flower's fault; we must examine the environment in which it grows." Are you feeling stuck and in need of guidance to understand and process your thought life and emotions? I provide a secure space for exploring unresolved feelings/trauma, relationship challenges, or a desire for personal growth. My commitment is to foster a reflective environment through a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and transparency. This allows you to feel safe while navigating internal and external conflicts. "Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step."
“When a flower fails to bloom, it is not the flower's fault; we must examine the environment in which it grows." Are you feeling stuck and in need of guidance to understand and process your thought life and emotions? I provide a secure space for exploring unresolved feelings/trauma, relationship challenges, or a desire for personal growth. My commitment is to foster a reflective environment through a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and transparency. This allows you to feel safe while navigating internal and external conflicts. "Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step."
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
I am a specialist psychological therapist with over 10 000 hours of clinical practice. In our clinics we offer a range of therapeutic resources to support paediatric and young people in resolving mental health conditions and neurodiversity concerns. I am a qualified in EMDR and Trauma-focused CBT, and specialise in working with families with members with Autism and ADHD, amongst other therapies and have considerable training and experience managing traumatic presentations stemming from adverse life experiences. I also offer neuroscience-based psychological treatments for pain, chronic and terminal illness.
People usually seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. This can lead to feeling stuck or creating unhelpful behaviour patterns to cope which present them from living life to their full potential. We often feel confused, anxious, depressed, emotionally numb or trapped in our past without clear goals in life or clear identity. I can offer you a safe space to explore better internal understanding which promotes self awareness, personal growth and inner peace which enables you to feel full of hope and clarity to achieve personal success.
People usually seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. This can lead to feeling stuck or creating unhelpful behaviour patterns to cope which present them from living life to their full potential. We often feel confused, anxious, depressed, emotionally numb or trapped in our past without clear goals in life or clear identity. I can offer you a safe space to explore better internal understanding which promotes self awareness, personal growth and inner peace which enables you to feel full of hope and clarity to achieve personal success.
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If you are feeling anxious, depressed or confused about your current situation, we will work collaboratively to gain further insight on how you are affected by this. In time you will have a better understanding of how to manage these concerns and arrive at a satisfactory resolution. Having worked in mental health for 23 years, I have gained specialist knowledge and experience of working with an extensive range of presenting issues. I trained as a humanistic/person-centred counsellor, then went on to train as a psychodynamic psychotherapist, added to that I work interculturally, providing a safe non-judgmental therapeutic space.
If you are feeling anxious, depressed or confused about your current situation, we will work collaboratively to gain further insight on how you are affected by this. In time you will have a better understanding of how to manage these concerns and arrive at a satisfactory resolution. Having worked in mental health for 23 years, I have gained specialist knowledge and experience of working with an extensive range of presenting issues. I trained as a humanistic/person-centred counsellor, then went on to train as a psychodynamic psychotherapist, added to that I work interculturally, providing a safe non-judgmental therapeutic space.
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
Whatever life's challenges or goals may be, it can help to think with another to find understanding and change. Working with individuals (16+) and couples, I provide warm, non-judgemental, compassionate therapy in a confidential space - online or in person from a dedicated consulting room at my Chelmsford home - to support you in an exploration towards insight, resilience and a freer, more positive way of living.
Whatever life's challenges or goals may be, it can help to think with another to find understanding and change. Working with individuals (16+) and couples, I provide warm, non-judgemental, compassionate therapy in a confidential space - online or in person from a dedicated consulting room at my Chelmsford home - to support you in an exploration towards insight, resilience and a freer, more positive way of living.
I have a particular interest in working with people who find themselves navigating different worlds, identities, and expectations.
This may include people who have migrated, children, grandchildren of immigrants, LGBTQIA + clients who may have grown up balancing values of one culture at home and another outside it.
I am less interested in helping people fit into a predetermined idea of how life should be lived, and more in helping them discover a way of living, loving, and relating that feels meaningful, authentic, and sustainable for them.
I have a particular interest in working with people who find themselves navigating different worlds, identities, and expectations.
This may include people who have migrated, children, grandchildren of immigrants, LGBTQIA + clients who may have grown up balancing values of one culture at home and another outside it.
I am less interested in helping people fit into a predetermined idea of how life should be lived, and more in helping them discover a way of living, loving, and relating that feels meaningful, authentic, and sustainable for them.
I am a counselling psychologist specialising in the assessment and treatment of trauma-related difficulties. With over 15 years of experience, I have worked with a diverse range of psychological issues, focusing particularly on PTSD, Complex PTSD, and related concerns. I have a special interest in the long-term effects of childhood trauma.
I work in specialist trauma services within the NHS and in private practice. My background includes working in various specialised settings, such as sexual health, anxiety and mood disorders,HIV, substance misuse, and homelessness services.
I am a counselling psychologist specialising in the assessment and treatment of trauma-related difficulties. With over 15 years of experience, I have worked with a diverse range of psychological issues, focusing particularly on PTSD, Complex PTSD, and related concerns. I have a special interest in the long-term effects of childhood trauma.
I work in specialist trauma services within the NHS and in private practice. My background includes working in various specialised settings, such as sexual health, anxiety and mood disorders,HIV, substance misuse, and homelessness services.
I am an experienced therapist with teenagers and young adults and offer talking therapy. I work most often with those who are experiencing depression or trauma symptoms and much of my professional experience elsewhere is with those who are adopted, have experience of the care system or who are seeking help with issues relating to self-esteem, body image or disordered eating.
It is an important value of mine to talk plainly and to provide a calm and relaxed environment while you are seeking help.
I am an experienced therapist with teenagers and young adults and offer talking therapy. I work most often with those who are experiencing depression or trauma symptoms and much of my professional experience elsewhere is with those who are adopted, have experience of the care system or who are seeking help with issues relating to self-esteem, body image or disordered eating.
It is an important value of mine to talk plainly and to provide a calm and relaxed environment while you are seeking help.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
Perhaps you understand why you struggle, but something still doesn't change. You may be anxious, stuck, people-pleasing, repeating painful relationship patterns, or simply feel you've somehow lost yourself. We are not psychologically mono: under trauma, loss or prolonged stress, parts of us can become hidden or exiled while others take over the job of coping. My work asks a different question: who is missing? Together we investigate what happened, what you feel in the body, and what part of you may need to be retrieved. Sometimes the part we find isn't the wounded one. It's your confidence, creativity, voice or power.
Perhaps you understand why you struggle, but something still doesn't change. You may be anxious, stuck, people-pleasing, repeating painful relationship patterns, or simply feel you've somehow lost yourself. We are not psychologically mono: under trauma, loss or prolonged stress, parts of us can become hidden or exiled while others take over the job of coping. My work asks a different question: who is missing? Together we investigate what happened, what you feel in the body, and what part of you may need to be retrieved. Sometimes the part we find isn't the wounded one. It's your confidence, creativity, voice or power.
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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 behavioural therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behaviour 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 behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour 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, antidepressants, or anti-anxiety drugs.
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.