Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists in Southington, CT
Connecticut Behavioral Health Associates (CBHA) was established in 1989 by Dr. Bassam Awwa MD, who’s vision was to create a world-class treatment program that sets the standard of excellence in the treatment of behavioral health disorders and addictive diseases. Any individual in need is eligible to receive services regardless of race, religion, disability, national origin or gender, while protecting the dignity and privacy of all individuals served.
Connecticut Behavioral Health Associates (CBHA) was established in 1989 by Dr. Bassam Awwa MD, who’s vision was to create a world-class treatment program that sets the standard of excellence in the treatment of behavioral health disorders and addictive diseases. Any individual in need is eligible to receive services regardless of race, religion, disability, national origin or gender, while protecting the dignity and privacy of all individuals served.
Unresolved emotional conflicts lie at the core of human suffering and at times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. We may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone and not know what to do. Talking things out with someone can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction. As a Mental Health Practitioners, we are trained to provide mental health treatment via psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. Here at Wholisitic Perspective, we have providers that have experience with children, adolescent and adult populations. At Wholistic Perspective we believe the patient is the expert and emphasize collaboration and communication to find the best treatment for you! We take a holistic approach to treatment and collaborate with other providers to ensure safety and accomplishment of treatment goals. We provide psychiatric evaluations to better understand diagnoses and medication management. We are also certified to provide evaluations for medical marijuana for posttraumatic stress disorder in adults.
Unresolved emotional conflicts lie at the core of human suffering and at times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. We may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone and not know what to do. Talking things out with someone can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction. As a Mental Health Practitioners, we are trained to provide mental health treatment via psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. Here at Wholisitic Perspective, we have providers that have experience with children, adolescent and adult populations. At Wholistic Perspective we believe the patient is the expert and emphasize collaboration and communication to find the best treatment for you! We take a holistic approach to treatment and collaborate with other providers to ensure safety and accomplishment of treatment goals. We provide psychiatric evaluations to better understand diagnoses and medication management. We are also certified to provide evaluations for medical marijuana for posttraumatic stress disorder in adults.
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Liv Well Behavioral Health Services (LWBHS)
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, , APRN, PMHNP, -BC
New Britain, CT 06052
Doctorate Degree studies the impact of trauma-informed therapies throughout the life span. Chief Researcher: Building Resilience Among Veterans: TRM, CRM, EMDR to reduce PTSD, depression, anxiety, and somatic symptoms. Principal Research Investigator of EMDR Therapy for inner-city adolescents to enhance resiliency. Licensed, Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Yale-New Haven Psych & Medical Attending for Adult & Geriatrics Inpatient units, and Adjunct Professor at FFU Fairfield University in Psychiatry/Mental Health. Expertise in Psychopathology, Psychopharmacology, Psychotherapy, and Cultural Diversity.
Doctorate Degree studies the impact of trauma-informed therapies throughout the life span. Chief Researcher: Building Resilience Among Veterans: TRM, CRM, EMDR to reduce PTSD, depression, anxiety, and somatic symptoms. Principal Research Investigator of EMDR Therapy for inner-city adolescents to enhance resiliency. Licensed, Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Yale-New Haven Psych & Medical Attending for Adult & Geriatrics Inpatient units, and Adjunct Professor at FFU Fairfield University in Psychiatry/Mental Health. Expertise in Psychopathology, Psychopharmacology, Psychotherapy, and Cultural Diversity.
I work with folks experiencing a wide variety of challenges, including:
Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or burnout
Neurodivergence including ADHD or attention/executive function concerns
Trauma-related or long-standing emotional patterns
Complex or overlapping symptoms that haven’t fully improved with prior care
I work with folks experiencing a wide variety of challenges, including:
Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or burnout
Neurodivergence including ADHD or attention/executive function concerns
Trauma-related or long-standing emotional patterns
Complex or overlapping symptoms that haven’t fully improved with prior care
Dr. Saeed Ahmed is a triple board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry and addiction medicine. He is certified by the ABPN in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, as well as by the ABPM in addiction medicine. He provides comprehensive care for conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis and substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, and other substance-related disorders. He currently practices at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT.
Dr. Saeed Ahmed is a triple board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry and addiction medicine. He is certified by the ABPN in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, as well as by the ABPM in addiction medicine. He provides comprehensive care for conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis and substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, and other substance-related disorders. He currently practices at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT.
Psych Solutions/ Gladys Quinones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN, FNP, ANP-BC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have experience working with clients who are struggling with a broad range of psychiatric issues including Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Mood Disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADHD Bipolar Disorder, Sleeping Disorders and other mental health conditions. I treat clients throughout the life span.
I have experience working with clients who are struggling with a broad range of psychiatric issues including Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Mood Disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADHD Bipolar Disorder, Sleeping Disorders and other mental health conditions. I treat clients throughout the life span.
Dr. Chanon C. Biceglia, DNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, NP-C, APRN
Cheshire, CT 06410
With a strong passion for helping others succeed & work through obstacles in their life, I serve as both a psychiatric and medical provider, with a comprehensive education & experience of 25+ years. Holding a doctorate and double board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & medical APRN, I hold full prescriptive authority to serve the needs of clients in Connecticut & Arizona. My background & experience includes trauma & crisis, primary care, inpatient hospital, out-patient, family/couples, school based intervention, ADD/ADHD, & ASD health and wellness.
With a strong passion for helping others succeed & work through obstacles in their life, I serve as both a psychiatric and medical provider, with a comprehensive education & experience of 25+ years. Holding a doctorate and double board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & medical APRN, I hold full prescriptive authority to serve the needs of clients in Connecticut & Arizona. My background & experience includes trauma & crisis, primary care, inpatient hospital, out-patient, family/couples, school based intervention, ADD/ADHD, & ASD health and wellness.
I provide compassionate, respectful evaluation and psychopharmacologic treatment. I primarily work with adolescents and adults seeking medication evaluation and ongoing medication management for a range of issues including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and comorbid mental health and substance abuse.
I provide compassionate, respectful evaluation and psychopharmacologic treatment. I primarily work with adolescents and adults seeking medication evaluation and ongoing medication management for a range of issues including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and comorbid mental health and substance abuse.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
Yolanda works with adolescents and young adults seeking psychiatric support for mental health and overall well-being. Patients may be navigating ADHD, concentration challenges, or difficulties with executive functioning and are often looking for thoughtful, individualized care. Many want greater clarity, improved daily functioning, and support that feels collaborative and respectful.
Yolanda works with adolescents and young adults seeking psychiatric support for mental health and overall well-being. Patients may be navigating ADHD, concentration challenges, or difficulties with executive functioning and are often looking for thoughtful, individualized care. Many want greater clarity, improved daily functioning, and support that feels collaborative and respectful.
Feeling overwhelmed in silent moments, convinced your anxious thoughts are visible to everyone around you? You're not alone, and I understand the weight of that secret worry." I have available appointment open at this time.
Feeling overwhelmed in silent moments, convinced your anxious thoughts are visible to everyone around you? You're not alone, and I understand the weight of that secret worry." I have available appointment open at this time.
I work primarily with adolescents and young adults facing complex emotional and behavioral challenges, often with overlapping concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and mood dysregulation. Many come after struggling to find clarity or consistency in prior care. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. Through careful assessment, structured treatment planning, and collaboration with families, I help bring clarity to patterns over time and create a steady path forward focused on stability, resilience, and long-term functioning.
I work primarily with adolescents and young adults facing complex emotional and behavioral challenges, often with overlapping concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and mood dysregulation. Many come after struggling to find clarity or consistency in prior care. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. Through careful assessment, structured treatment planning, and collaboration with families, I help bring clarity to patterns over time and create a steady path forward focused on stability, resilience, and long-term functioning.
Unresolved emotional conflicts lie at the core of human suffering at times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. We may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone and not know what to do. Talking things out with someone can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am an expert in clinical psychopharmacology and I treat all adult and pediatric disorders I see individuals from their early teens through middle age and beyond.
Unresolved emotional conflicts lie at the core of human suffering at times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. We may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone and not know what to do. Talking things out with someone can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am an expert in clinical psychopharmacology and I treat all adult and pediatric disorders I see individuals from their early teens through middle age and beyond.
I strive to understand each of my clients as an individual and to craft treatment options that are most appropriate to their needs and preferences. I have found that, where possible, it is best to take a minimalist approach to medication interventions, balancing these with appropriate therapy interventions and focus on life changes that can improve a client's mental health or addiction difficulties. I bring many years of caring treatment experience to each of my client's individual needs. I look forward to working with you.
I strive to understand each of my clients as an individual and to craft treatment options that are most appropriate to their needs and preferences. I have found that, where possible, it is best to take a minimalist approach to medication interventions, balancing these with appropriate therapy interventions and focus on life changes that can improve a client's mental health or addiction difficulties. I bring many years of caring treatment experience to each of my client's individual needs. I look forward to working with you.
I care for individuals of all ages seeking compassionate, holistic mental health support. Many come with concerns like anxiety, depression, or other psychiatric conditions, looking for clarity and effective treatment. My team at Destination Psychiatry and I build trusting relationships, provide thorough evaluations, and use evidence-based therapies and medication management to help you regain balance and move forward with confidence.
I care for individuals of all ages seeking compassionate, holistic mental health support. Many come with concerns like anxiety, depression, or other psychiatric conditions, looking for clarity and effective treatment. My team at Destination Psychiatry and I build trusting relationships, provide thorough evaluations, and use evidence-based therapies and medication management to help you regain balance and move forward with confidence.
Now Accepting New Clients! My ideal client is one who is ready for a change in treating their mental health concerns. I am open, nonjudgemental, and bring to you many years' experience in treating various mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc. Many clients struggle with the stigma of receiving mental health treatment, I would like to offer a breath of fresh air in our approach to treating your mental health concerns, and dispel any doubts you may have about improving your mental health.
Now Accepting New Clients! My ideal client is one who is ready for a change in treating their mental health concerns. I am open, nonjudgemental, and bring to you many years' experience in treating various mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc. Many clients struggle with the stigma of receiving mental health treatment, I would like to offer a breath of fresh air in our approach to treating your mental health concerns, and dispel any doubts you may have about improving your mental health.
Dr. Krulee specializes in the treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, traumatic stress and dissociative disorders, psychotic disorders, and many others. With over 38 years of clinical experience treating many thousands of patients, you will find expert assessment and psychopharmacology services. Dr. Krulee is on the consulting staff at Connecticut Childrens Medical Center and Hartford Healthcare/Institute of Living and provides consultations to pediatricians, internists, family practitioners, and therapists throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Dr. Krulee specializes in the treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, traumatic stress and dissociative disorders, psychotic disorders, and many others. With over 38 years of clinical experience treating many thousands of patients, you will find expert assessment and psychopharmacology services. Dr. Krulee is on the consulting staff at Connecticut Childrens Medical Center and Hartford Healthcare/Institute of Living and provides consultations to pediatricians, internists, family practitioners, and therapists throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts.
I take a safe, comfortable, and multifaceted approach towards treatment. I have experience and have been trained in family psychiatry. Therefore, I treat all ages and populations. My primary area of focus is that of diagnostic evaluation and psychiatric medication management. However, I believe that psychotherapy is an essential part of treatment. I will provide this type of services if I feel I can help! If not, I will refer you to the appropriate therapist. Accordingly, communicating and involving treatment from other providers and "looking at the big picture" is essential!
I take a safe, comfortable, and multifaceted approach towards treatment. I have experience and have been trained in family psychiatry. Therefore, I treat all ages and populations. My primary area of focus is that of diagnostic evaluation and psychiatric medication management. However, I believe that psychotherapy is an essential part of treatment. I will provide this type of services if I feel I can help! If not, I will refer you to the appropriate therapist. Accordingly, communicating and involving treatment from other providers and "looking at the big picture" is essential!
I treat a variety of psychiatric conditions, which create suffering in the form of sleep issues, loss of joy and motivation, issues with concentration, attention, focus and memory, anxiety and panic attacks, a variety of bodily symptoms, from diarrhea, constipation, pain and tension anywhere in the body, including stomach pain, headache, pain in the neck and back, feelings like constant worries, fear, loneliness, and numerous other presentations, which could easily affect work, relationships and family life. The extent of suffering, which is typically invisible to others, could easily turn life into a constant painful struggle.
I treat a variety of psychiatric conditions, which create suffering in the form of sleep issues, loss of joy and motivation, issues with concentration, attention, focus and memory, anxiety and panic attacks, a variety of bodily symptoms, from diarrhea, constipation, pain and tension anywhere in the body, including stomach pain, headache, pain in the neck and back, feelings like constant worries, fear, loneliness, and numerous other presentations, which could easily affect work, relationships and family life. The extent of suffering, which is typically invisible to others, could easily turn life into a constant painful struggle.
I am a Columbia/Cornell trained, triple board certified psychiatrist with broad training in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, forensic psychiatry, and emergency psychiatry. I work with patients to get practical outcomes, such as improving school or work performance, relationships, or self-esteem.
I am a Columbia/Cornell trained, triple board certified psychiatrist with broad training in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, forensic psychiatry, and emergency psychiatry. I work with patients to get practical outcomes, such as improving school or work performance, relationships, or self-esteem.
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FAQ - Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with dissociative disorders?
Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions—including dissociative identity disorder (DID), dissociative amnesia, and depersonalization-derealization disorder—that are characterized by a disruption or disconnection from reality. While occasional moments of disconnection, such as daydreaming or becoming immersed in a movie, are common and typically harmless, dissociative disorders are diagnosed when these experiences become distressing, chronic, or interfere with daily functioning. Symptoms of dissociation can include feeling detached from one's body, experiencing a sense of unreality, memory loss (amnesia), or a general disconnection from one's surroundings. These symptoms can range in intensity from mild to severe and may occur episodically or persist for longer periods of time.
How do psychiatrists evaluate and treat dissociative disorders?
Psychiatrists play a critical role in identifying and treating dissociative disorders, often focusing on the underlying causes of dissociation—most commonly a history of trauma. Initial psychiatric sessions typically begin with an evaluation to assess current symptoms and understand a client's medical and psychological history. This process helps determine potential triggers for dissociation and rules out any medical or substance-related causes. Evaluations often include questions about trauma exposure, co-occurring mental health conditions (such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD), substance use, and the frequency, duration, and nature of dissociative episodes. Ongoing psychiatric care is usually individualized and may involve a combination of therapeutic approaches depending on the type and severity of the dissociative disorder. Treatment can include trauma-informed therapy, psychoeducation, medication management for co-occurring conditions, and supportive psychotherapy to help clients develop grounding techniques and better manage their dissociative symptoms.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in dissociative disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in dissociative disorders and trauma-related conditions. The platform offers search filters to narrow results by clinical specialty—such as dissociative disorders, trauma, or PTSD—as well as by insurance coverage, session cost, location, and provider identity preferences. When seeking care, it's important to ask potential providers about their specific experience with dissociative disorders and their approach to trauma-informed care, as these conditions often require specialized knowledge and are not treated by all psychiatrists.