Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counselling in London

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Dr Haline Schendan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
London EC1V
I'm a neuroscientist, psychologist & neuropsychotherapist specialized in trauma, abuse, dissociation, insecurity, relationships, stress & highly sensitive persons. I’m caring, empathetic & passionate about helping you help yourself become who you want to be. I offer a safe space for those seeking relief from distress & its effects on their life & relationships. I can help you do things that you couldn't. I can help with any difficulties & specialize in PTSD, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, dissociation, attachment, identity, anxiety, depression, emotions, grief, panic, hearing voices, life adjustment, attention & neurodiversity.
I'm a neuroscientist, psychologist & neuropsychotherapist specialized in trauma, abuse, dissociation, insecurity, relationships, stress & highly sensitive persons. I’m caring, empathetic & passionate about helping you help yourself become who you want to be. I offer a safe space for those seeking relief from distress & its effects on their life & relationships. I can help you do things that you couldn't. I can help with any difficulties & specialize in PTSD, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, dissociation, attachment, identity, anxiety, depression, emotions, grief, panic, hearing voices, life adjustment, attention & neurodiversity.
020 4572 3138 View 020 4572 3138
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Orit Badouk Epstein
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London NW2
I am attachment informed psychoanalytic psychotherapist, supervisor, teacher and author. I have twenty five years experience working privately with individuals who suffer mental health issues, relationship difficulties and complex trauma. I specialise in working with people who have been diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including adults who attended boarding schools as children, army veterans and survivors of cult abuse.
I am attachment informed psychoanalytic psychotherapist, supervisor, teacher and author. I have twenty five years experience working privately with individuals who suffer mental health issues, relationship difficulties and complex trauma. I specialise in working with people who have been diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including adults who attended boarding schools as children, army veterans and survivors of cult abuse.
020 3667 9658 View 020 3667 9658
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queens counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London E18
I am a fully qualified and insured Integrated Psychotherapist, specialising in Trauma, Addiction and Relationships. I have a person-centred approach, whereby the understanding of the client, their thoughts, feelings and behaviours are the focus, as opposed to any 'labels' that they may have been told or feel that they carry. I am also qualified in EFT ('Tapping') Integrated Energy Techniques and Hypnotherapy, which are safe and effective ways to manage strong feelings, whether in the body or mind, and process difficult experiences, memories and situations.
I am a fully qualified and insured Integrated Psychotherapist, specialising in Trauma, Addiction and Relationships. I have a person-centred approach, whereby the understanding of the client, their thoughts, feelings and behaviours are the focus, as opposed to any 'labels' that they may have been told or feel that they carry. I am also qualified in EFT ('Tapping') Integrated Energy Techniques and Hypnotherapy, which are safe and effective ways to manage strong feelings, whether in the body or mind, and process difficult experiences, memories and situations.
020 3835 5625 View 020 3835 5625
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Jake Freedman
Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
London W1W
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC). I worked for five years providing long-term psychotherapy to individuals with histories of addiction and childhood trauma. This gave me an understanding of the extent to which adverse early experiences can impact on behaviour and psychic functioning in adulthood. I have undertaken post-qualifying training in the treatment of PTSD, C-PTSD and dissociation. I have a particular clinical and theoretical interest in states of depersonalisation, derealisation, trauma-related dissociation, and narcissistic personality structures.
I am a psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC). I worked for five years providing long-term psychotherapy to individuals with histories of addiction and childhood trauma. This gave me an understanding of the extent to which adverse early experiences can impact on behaviour and psychic functioning in adulthood. I have undertaken post-qualifying training in the treatment of PTSD, C-PTSD and dissociation. I have a particular clinical and theoretical interest in states of depersonalisation, derealisation, trauma-related dissociation, and narcissistic personality structures.
020 3597 6659 View 020 3597 6659
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The Strength Within Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London W1G
Past traumas haunt 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. I draw from different skills/models acquired over the years during clinical practice and training. My background in performing arts ensures that creative thinking is at the heart of my work. I believe that a holistic approach supports in processing and healing from traumatic events safely.
Past traumas haunt 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. I draw from different skills/models acquired over the years during clinical practice and training. My background in performing arts ensures that creative thinking is at the heart of my work. I believe that a holistic approach supports in processing and healing from traumatic events safely.
01425 206738 View 01425 206738
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Dr Cecilia Wolfenstein-Harris
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
London W1U
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.
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Ty Lloyd-Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London SE15
Is this a time in your life that feels difficult? Life can be somewhat challenging and overwhelming at times. Counselling is a process that gives you space and time, in a confidential environment that allow you to express yourself freely enabling you, to make better sense of your feelings, emotions and fears. It is important that during this process you remain an individual and we find a way for you to express your thoughts and feelings, making it's essential to work with a flexible approach tailoring our work to your needs.
Is this a time in your life that feels difficult? Life can be somewhat challenging and overwhelming at times. Counselling is a process that gives you space and time, in a confidential environment that allow you to express yourself freely enabling you, to make better sense of your feelings, emotions and fears. It is important that during this process you remain an individual and we find a way for you to express your thoughts and feelings, making it's essential to work with a flexible approach tailoring our work to your needs.
020 8103 5675 View 020 8103 5675
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Carrie Hall
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Currently accepting new clients. As a counsellor, I collaboratively facilitate growth and change in the persons with whom I work. I am passionate about working with persons who have experienced trauma, with a specific focus on healing from sexual or gender-based trauma, as well as systemic or intergenerational traumas and identity-based marginalization. I also care deeply about working with individuals on body image issues, disordered relationships with food or exercise, depression, anxiety, as well as spiritual identity development or transitions.
Currently accepting new clients. As a counsellor, I collaboratively facilitate growth and change in the persons with whom I work. I am passionate about working with persons who have experienced trauma, with a specific focus on healing from sexual or gender-based trauma, as well as systemic or intergenerational traumas and identity-based marginalization. I also care deeply about working with individuals on body image issues, disordered relationships with food or exercise, depression, anxiety, as well as spiritual identity development or transitions.
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Michael Cousin
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Online Only
My experience is broad, I am happy to work with clients at any stage of life. An art psychotherapists’ training is extensive and intensive over a three-year period, and it provides us with a framework that can be used to support a client with any mental health struggle up to the most complex issues. I have significant experience with clients who have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). I also have wide ranging experience of clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD).
My experience is broad, I am happy to work with clients at any stage of life. An art psychotherapists’ training is extensive and intensive over a three-year period, and it provides us with a framework that can be used to support a client with any mental health struggle up to the most complex issues. I have significant experience with clients who have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). I also have wide ranging experience of clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD).
029 2271 2637 View 029 2271 2637
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Dr Victoria Watton
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
10 Endorsed
Serves Area
How would you feel if I told you that you can stop feeling scared, unsafe and overwhelmed ? That you could connect with those around you in an authentic and meaningful way, rather than masking yourself because you fear losing them ? I can tell you this as I have supported many people like yourself, living with complex trauma to let go of the patterns that are keeping them low, anxious, dissociated, paranoid and lonely. I work with people just like you to firstly understand what has happened to them and how the strategies they are currently using have come to be. I then work to introduce new ways of being in the world.
How would you feel if I told you that you can stop feeling scared, unsafe and overwhelmed ? That you could connect with those around you in an authentic and meaningful way, rather than masking yourself because you fear losing them ? I can tell you this as I have supported many people like yourself, living with complex trauma to let go of the patterns that are keeping them low, anxious, dissociated, paranoid and lonely. I work with people just like you to firstly understand what has happened to them and how the strategies they are currently using have come to be. I then work to introduce new ways of being in the world.
01939 554492 View 01939 554492
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Hidden Gem Psychology Service
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
01427 808045 View 01427 808045
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Carolyn Thompson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
I work respectfully with a diverse range of clients and situations bringing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental approach. I work with many issues including, (but not exhaustive) sexual abuse and trauma, disassociation, PTSD and complex PDST, relationships, family dynamics, cancer, dementia, addictions and carer support. It is helpful to bring what may be troubling you, either from the past or present to the safety of a counselling relationship. Many people find they are then more confident to be able to make positive changes in their lives through counselling support. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation.
I work respectfully with a diverse range of clients and situations bringing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental approach. I work with many issues including, (but not exhaustive) sexual abuse and trauma, disassociation, PTSD and complex PDST, relationships, family dynamics, cancer, dementia, addictions and carer support. It is helpful to bring what may be troubling you, either from the past or present to the safety of a counselling relationship. Many people find they are then more confident to be able to make positive changes in their lives through counselling support. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation.
020 3929 2645 View 020 3929 2645
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Ameda Blades
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
Hi, I’m Ameda (she/her), a dual-national therapist offering 1:1 online sessions (50 mins). With 25 years' experience in health and social care (NHS & private), I work in a BAME and LGBTQIA+ affirmative way. I'm trained in critical incident response and support clients after high-impact events. I offer SCID-D assessments, diagnostic support, and tailored treatment plans. I'm a registered member of ISSTD, ESTD, and BACP.
Hi, I’m Ameda (she/her), a dual-national therapist offering 1:1 online sessions (50 mins). With 25 years' experience in health and social care (NHS & private), I work in a BAME and LGBTQIA+ affirmative way. I'm trained in critical incident response and support clients after high-impact events. I offer SCID-D assessments, diagnostic support, and tailored treatment plans. I'm a registered member of ISSTD, ESTD, and BACP.
01825 705362 View 01825 705362
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Paul Agar
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant/Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited practitioner with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I bring over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional well-being. With over fifteen years of experience, my prior roles have included counsellor, mental health trainer, suicide interventions trainer, hospital discharge worker (supporting patients due to be discharged from psychiatric settings) and mental health coordinator.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant/Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited practitioner with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I bring over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional well-being. With over fifteen years of experience, my prior roles have included counsellor, mental health trainer, suicide interventions trainer, hospital discharge worker (supporting patients due to be discharged from psychiatric settings) and mental health coordinator.
07588 674861 View 07588 674861
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Nathan Owusu
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I create a safe and non-judgemental environment for my clients to have a space to talk about their issues. Having many years of experience working with a variety of clients that present having complex needs such as emotional regulation, relationships, , I understand the importance of demonstrating a person centered approach. I help the individual to understand what the issues are, articulate how it is effecting them and find useful psychological strategies to support them through everyday life.
I create a safe and non-judgemental environment for my clients to have a space to talk about their issues. Having many years of experience working with a variety of clients that present having complex needs such as emotional regulation, relationships, , I understand the importance of demonstrating a person centered approach. I help the individual to understand what the issues are, articulate how it is effecting them and find useful psychological strategies to support them through everyday life.
020 3907 9786 View 020 3907 9786
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Myriam Sarens
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
London E10
I am experienced in working with a diverse range of people with a variety of concerns, all seeking to change something in their life. I work with a broad range of issues such as: Anxiety and depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues grief and bereavement, sexuality and gender identity.
I am experienced in working with a diverse range of people with a variety of concerns, all seeking to change something in their life. I work with a broad range of issues such as: Anxiety and depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues grief and bereavement, sexuality and gender identity.
020 8016 3629 View 020 8016 3629
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Dr Aishwarya Sambath
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London WC1N
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist based in Central London. I work with a wide range of emotional difficulties and aim to work towards making a positive change. I appreciate the challenges and stresses life can bring and will aim to work with you by creating a safe, warm and non-judgmental space, whilst using evidenced-based psychological interventions to make sense of your difficulties, reducing your pain and increasing your wellbeing. With 9 years’ experience of counselling and mental health work within the NHS, private and charity sector, I have gained extensive knowledge and skills working with multiple difficulties
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist based in Central London. I work with a wide range of emotional difficulties and aim to work towards making a positive change. I appreciate the challenges and stresses life can bring and will aim to work with you by creating a safe, warm and non-judgmental space, whilst using evidenced-based psychological interventions to make sense of your difficulties, reducing your pain and increasing your wellbeing. With 9 years’ experience of counselling and mental health work within the NHS, private and charity sector, I have gained extensive knowledge and skills working with multiple difficulties
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Tehani Benjamin
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
At the heart of my work, I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for clients from all walks of life. I work with clients presenting with various challenges including relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, anxiety and low mood. I also have experience working with complex mental health and co-morbid difficulties, including trauma and childhood abuse. Whether your issue feels vague or specific, therapy can help you understand how the past informs current patterns, develop coping skills to process difficult feelings, and nurture the internal strengths and resources that we all hold.
At the heart of my work, I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for clients from all walks of life. I work with clients presenting with various challenges including relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, anxiety and low mood. I also have experience working with complex mental health and co-morbid difficulties, including trauma and childhood abuse. Whether your issue feels vague or specific, therapy can help you understand how the past informs current patterns, develop coping skills to process difficult feelings, and nurture the internal strengths and resources that we all hold.
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Simona Gabriela Bajenaru
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
London W13
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
020 4538 3527 View 020 4538 3527
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Stephen Christopher O’Toole
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
I’m here to offer my expertise and and my eight years of therapeutic experience to those who feel they need support and understanding, in whatever area of their life has become difficult. Together we can seek the answers to your issues and hopefully as we explore, we will come to a clearer place with more security and more peace than we had before. We are on path whilst you are int her apt and there will both joys and challenges along that road.
I’m here to offer my expertise and and my eight years of therapeutic experience to those who feel they need support and understanding, in whatever area of their life has become difficult. Together we can seek the answers to your issues and hopefully as we explore, we will come to a clearer place with more security and more peace than we had before. We are on path whilst you are int her apt and there will both joys and challenges along that road.
01992 929597 View 01992 929597

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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.