Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I believe in all people’s innate capacity to heal. To me, all symptoms that we experience whether it be chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, etc can be explained by trauma. Trauma does not have to be big events. Trauma can be if we are not attuned to emotionally as children or if our parents have their own unprocessed trauma—this sort of trauma often leads to deep seeded beliefs that we are unloveable and bad. Our healing comes from teaching our parts that we are loveable and accepted just as we are.
I believe in all people’s innate capacity to heal. To me, all symptoms that we experience whether it be chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, etc can be explained by trauma. Trauma does not have to be big events. Trauma can be if we are not attuned to emotionally as children or if our parents have their own unprocessed trauma—this sort of trauma often leads to deep seeded beliefs that we are unloveable and bad. Our healing comes from teaching our parts that we are loveable and accepted just as we are.
I am committed to supporting the well-being of people and their communities. Trauma and recovery and post-traumatic resilience are among my areas of focus. I am trained and certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Seeking Safety, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and I continue to train in EMDR. Before I was a therapist, I worked for many years in art and community organizations, and I tend to be a good fit for artists, activists and unconventional thinkers. I care deeply about the health effects of poverty, inequality and oppression, and I value and promote self-determination and self-actualization.
I am committed to supporting the well-being of people and their communities. Trauma and recovery and post-traumatic resilience are among my areas of focus. I am trained and certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Seeking Safety, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and I continue to train in EMDR. Before I was a therapist, I worked for many years in art and community organizations, and I tend to be a good fit for artists, activists and unconventional thinkers. I care deeply about the health effects of poverty, inequality and oppression, and I value and promote self-determination and self-actualization.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
As a clinician my priority is to be a genuine, thoughtful, and empathic partner to you in addressing your mental health concerns. Together we will work on helping you feel empowered and better able to take on life's challenges. I focus on long term psychotherapy for adults struggling with a variety of different issues. Please check out my website for further details on my experience and approach to therapy. Do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your treatment needs and whether or not we'd be a good match.
As a clinician my priority is to be a genuine, thoughtful, and empathic partner to you in addressing your mental health concerns. Together we will work on helping you feel empowered and better able to take on life's challenges. I focus on long term psychotherapy for adults struggling with a variety of different issues. Please check out my website for further details on my experience and approach to therapy. Do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your treatment needs and whether or not we'd be a good match.
You appear highly capable while internally managing chronic stress, overwhelm, identity-related strain, relational patterns shaped by trauma. The tension and heaviness don't have to dominate your daily experience. It is possible to renew your nervous system, honor the strength it took to survive, and continue into freedom and ease. Therapy with me is structured, attuned, and grounded. We work at a pace your nervous system can tolerate, with attention to boundaries, consent, and practical integration. My role is to help you develop greater internal stability, choice, and self-trust.
You appear highly capable while internally managing chronic stress, overwhelm, identity-related strain, relational patterns shaped by trauma. The tension and heaviness don't have to dominate your daily experience. It is possible to renew your nervous system, honor the strength it took to survive, and continue into freedom and ease. Therapy with me is structured, attuned, and grounded. We work at a pace your nervous system can tolerate, with attention to boundaries, consent, and practical integration. My role is to help you develop greater internal stability, choice, and self-trust.
I commend you for beginning your search for a therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. I serve individuals ages 5+, couples, and families.
I commend you for beginning your search for a therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. I serve individuals ages 5+, couples, and families.
Hi, and welcome. I am a queer and trans neurodivergent counselor offering virtual sessions in California and Maryland. I counsel LGBTQIA adults who are autistic, plural, and/or survivors of childhood abuse. We usually address issues related to complex trauma, DID/dissociation, and gender identity. Clients sometimes report feeling alone in current relationships or not knowing why they do things. Maybe once effective ways of protecting yourself are now preventing the connection and growth you want. I value getting to know you, learning your strengths, and identifying skills that support you in seeking safety and healing.
Hi, and welcome. I am a queer and trans neurodivergent counselor offering virtual sessions in California and Maryland. I counsel LGBTQIA adults who are autistic, plural, and/or survivors of childhood abuse. We usually address issues related to complex trauma, DID/dissociation, and gender identity. Clients sometimes report feeling alone in current relationships or not knowing why they do things. Maybe once effective ways of protecting yourself are now preventing the connection and growth you want. I value getting to know you, learning your strengths, and identifying skills that support you in seeking safety and healing.
We live in a hectic and chaotic world, particularly now. Sometimes the tools we have just stop cutting it. Everything is suddenly a struggle. You may have been to a bunch of therapists and it didn't work. You may never have been to therapy and you just want to figure out how to function in life better. You’re not alone, you’re not “crazy”. I’m here to help
.I'm a non binary, queer, AuDHD clinician who practices from a sex positive, trauma informed perspective and comes with an impressive list of trainings and certifications, but more importantly, I'm a regular human who's here to connect with you on a genuine and authentic level.
We live in a hectic and chaotic world, particularly now. Sometimes the tools we have just stop cutting it. Everything is suddenly a struggle. You may have been to a bunch of therapists and it didn't work. You may never have been to therapy and you just want to figure out how to function in life better. You’re not alone, you’re not “crazy”. I’m here to help
.I'm a non binary, queer, AuDHD clinician who practices from a sex positive, trauma informed perspective and comes with an impressive list of trainings and certifications, but more importantly, I'm a regular human who's here to connect with you on a genuine and authentic level.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
I have been in practice for 38 years. I earned a B.A. from UCLA in Philosophy, and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. I have extensive training in Hypnosis and am certified in EMDR since l994. I use these modalities for the problems and issues listed below. I am an artist, and work with artists of all kinds, helping to unblock creativity and help focus their work. I have taught psychology and philosophy classes at local colleges for many years and I also supervise interns in my private practice and at Antioch University Counseling Center.
I have been in practice for 38 years. I earned a B.A. from UCLA in Philosophy, and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. I have extensive training in Hypnosis and am certified in EMDR since l994. I use these modalities for the problems and issues listed below. I am an artist, and work with artists of all kinds, helping to unblock creativity and help focus their work. I have taught psychology and philosophy classes at local colleges for many years and I also supervise interns in my private practice and at Antioch University Counseling Center.
Hi there! I have 12 years of experience working in the fields of complex trauma and addiction, including treatment centers. My interest in this work comes from lived experience, and when sitting with clients I try to be mindful of the power dynamics inherent to psychotherapy by maintaining a sense of equality and cultural humility. I believe that symptoms have meaning, that the psyche leads the way in the therapeutic process, and that we all have innate self-healing capacities. I think we are often beset by inner conflict between different parts of the self, and learning internal communication and compassion is integral to healing.
Hi there! I have 12 years of experience working in the fields of complex trauma and addiction, including treatment centers. My interest in this work comes from lived experience, and when sitting with clients I try to be mindful of the power dynamics inherent to psychotherapy by maintaining a sense of equality and cultural humility. I believe that symptoms have meaning, that the psyche leads the way in the therapeutic process, and that we all have innate self-healing capacities. I think we are often beset by inner conflict between different parts of the self, and learning internal communication and compassion is integral to healing.
Hi! Welcome to my practice! The most important part of therapy is picking the right therapist, feeling comfortable and being able to build trust and a connection. You are your most vulnerable in therapy and I am here to help you work though difficult thoughts, feelings, and traumatic experiences. We will work together to explore your difficulties in life and seek healing so you can live a more fulfilling life. I look forward to talking with you!
Hi! Welcome to my practice! The most important part of therapy is picking the right therapist, feeling comfortable and being able to build trust and a connection. You are your most vulnerable in therapy and I am here to help you work though difficult thoughts, feelings, and traumatic experiences. We will work together to explore your difficulties in life and seek healing so you can live a more fulfilling life. I look forward to talking with you!
Rui is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in healing trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, and attachment and developmental trauma in both teens and adults. She is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, and trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR and Relational Life Therapy for couples.
Rui’s approach is holistic and integrative—mind, body, and spirit—grounded in relational connection, mindfulness, non-violence, attachment theory, and Interpersonal Neurobiology.
Rui is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in healing trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, and attachment and developmental trauma in both teens and adults. She is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, and trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR and Relational Life Therapy for couples.
Rui’s approach is holistic and integrative—mind, body, and spirit—grounded in relational connection, mindfulness, non-violence, attachment theory, and Interpersonal Neurobiology.
When you’ve experienced trauma or live with the intense emotional waves of BPD, life can feel like a constant battle to stay grounded. You might feel checked out from your own body (dissociation), or like your emotions are so loud they drown out everything else. You aren’t looking for a therapist who just nods and listens...you’re looking for someone who isn't afraid to dive into the trenches with you and provide a clear, structured path out.
When you’ve experienced trauma or live with the intense emotional waves of BPD, life can feel like a constant battle to stay grounded. You might feel checked out from your own body (dissociation), or like your emotions are so loud they drown out everything else. You aren’t looking for a therapist who just nods and listens...you’re looking for someone who isn't afraid to dive into the trenches with you and provide a clear, structured path out.
EMDR & psychotherapy offered in person in the Claremont Village, steps away from the Claremont Colleges & online. I specialize in trauma recovery & post traumatic growth, work with high achieving professionals & BIPOC communities. I use mindfulness, somatic approaches, & within a compassionate, empowering relationship in which you will have the space to regain clarity, come back into relationship with yourself, and find your way forward. You deserve to understand and heal from your past and the unhelpful patterns that hold you back with professional, effective therapeutic support and expert guidance that yield the results you need.
EMDR & psychotherapy offered in person in the Claremont Village, steps away from the Claremont Colleges & online. I specialize in trauma recovery & post traumatic growth, work with high achieving professionals & BIPOC communities. I use mindfulness, somatic approaches, & within a compassionate, empowering relationship in which you will have the space to regain clarity, come back into relationship with yourself, and find your way forward. You deserve to understand and heal from your past and the unhelpful patterns that hold you back with professional, effective therapeutic support and expert guidance that yield the results you need.
If you have ever experienced trauma, then you know first hand the ways it often casts shadows on your everyday life. Maybe dissociation and constant internal conflicts make you feel disoriented, and triggers seem to be everywhere that cause intense emotional rollercoasters. Perhaps relationships seem too difficult, boundaries impossible to implement, and love and care feel beyond your reach. If this resonates with you, we may be a good fit! I journey with my clients to help them discover and love all parts of themselves, heal painful wounds from past trauma, and forge a path towards a life of clarity, peace, and authenticity.
If you have ever experienced trauma, then you know first hand the ways it often casts shadows on your everyday life. Maybe dissociation and constant internal conflicts make you feel disoriented, and triggers seem to be everywhere that cause intense emotional rollercoasters. Perhaps relationships seem too difficult, boundaries impossible to implement, and love and care feel beyond your reach. If this resonates with you, we may be a good fit! I journey with my clients to help them discover and love all parts of themselves, heal painful wounds from past trauma, and forge a path towards a life of clarity, peace, and authenticity.
Part of you believes you should be fine by now. Another part knows something still feels off. You may find yourself thinking, “I just want to feel happy” or at least more at ease in your own life. Whether your past felt “not that bad” or clearly difficult, it can still shape how you feel and connect. I help you discover what’s happening beneath the surface and shift what's keeping you stuck, so you can find relief, feel more connected to yourself, and actually enjoy the life you are building.
Part of you believes you should be fine by now. Another part knows something still feels off. You may find yourself thinking, “I just want to feel happy” or at least more at ease in your own life. Whether your past felt “not that bad” or clearly difficult, it can still shape how you feel and connect. I help you discover what’s happening beneath the surface and shift what's keeping you stuck, so you can find relief, feel more connected to yourself, and actually enjoy the life you are building.
Hi there, I'm Aimee! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I most commonly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as my therapeutic approach. I work hard to help people pinpoint the changes they want to see in their life and assist with navigating the path toward a values driven and meaningful life. Many of us like to avoid uncomfortable feelings. I like to help people get comfortable with feeling uncomfortable.
Hi there, I'm Aimee! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I most commonly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as my therapeutic approach. I work hard to help people pinpoint the changes they want to see in their life and assist with navigating the path toward a values driven and meaningful life. Many of us like to avoid uncomfortable feelings. I like to help people get comfortable with feeling uncomfortable.
With over 20 years of experience, I work best with 3 types of people:
With over 20 years of experience, I work best with 3 types of people:
Are you noticing yourself feeling stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or relationship struggles and looking for relief? You don’t have to face this alone. I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and build the confidence and connection you deserve. My advanced training will help you to do the dep work needed to create lasting change.
Are you noticing yourself feeling stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or relationship struggles and looking for relief? You don’t have to face this alone. I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and build the confidence and connection you deserve. My advanced training will help you to do the dep work needed to create lasting change.
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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists
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.