Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Poway, CA
Are you ready for real change? Are you open-minded, curious and willing to look outside the box for real change and long term solutions? I believe in the healing power of relationships and the wisdom of the nervous system and when you put the two together, incredible things can happen. You want a safe space and tools to process your trauma, heal and thrive. If so, let's do this! I have worked with a variety of mental conditions for over 16 years. I specialize in trauma, whether complex trauma or a single incident. It’s not our challenges that define us but our willingness to face our problems and starting the healing process.
Are you ready for real change? Are you open-minded, curious and willing to look outside the box for real change and long term solutions? I believe in the healing power of relationships and the wisdom of the nervous system and when you put the two together, incredible things can happen. You want a safe space and tools to process your trauma, heal and thrive. If so, let's do this! I have worked with a variety of mental conditions for over 16 years. I specialize in trauma, whether complex trauma or a single incident. It’s not our challenges that define us but our willingness to face our problems and starting the healing process.
Are you feeling rejected, abandoned, humiliated, hurt, and lonely even while being in relationships with your spouse, parents, siblings, children, and in social relationships? Do you think people have taken advantage of you & nobody cares about you? Left untreated, this rejection, emotional wounds, and trauma can affect new experiences of our life. It manifests in may forms such as low self-esteem, unstable relationships, occupational stress, and/or health issues. Don't wait to seek help for emotional pain/ injury as you wouldn't for physical injury. Yes, it is not easy to be vulnerable but growth begins with vulnerability!
Are you feeling rejected, abandoned, humiliated, hurt, and lonely even while being in relationships with your spouse, parents, siblings, children, and in social relationships? Do you think people have taken advantage of you & nobody cares about you? Left untreated, this rejection, emotional wounds, and trauma can affect new experiences of our life. It manifests in may forms such as low self-esteem, unstable relationships, occupational stress, and/or health issues. Don't wait to seek help for emotional pain/ injury as you wouldn't for physical injury. Yes, it is not easy to be vulnerable but growth begins with vulnerability!
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California with more than a decade of experience serving clients with variety of issues.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California with more than a decade of experience serving clients with variety of issues.
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child or teen? Does your child or teen have out of control or really big behaviors? Do they self harm or have suicidal thoughts? Do you want your family back? I can help. I work with parents through a type of therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help them help their children and teens. My team of therapists work directly with the children and teens to help them gain emotional & behavioral control, & I work with parents to help them get their life back. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & we help you get results!
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child or teen? Does your child or teen have out of control or really big behaviors? Do they self harm or have suicidal thoughts? Do you want your family back? I can help. I work with parents through a type of therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help them help their children and teens. My team of therapists work directly with the children and teens to help them gain emotional & behavioral control, & I work with parents to help them get their life back. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & we help you get results!
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing in San Diego. The main concerns I work with include anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and dissociation, as well as depression related to past trauma or neglect. I have been trained in EMDR, an effective treatment for trauma and grief, Internal Family Systems (IFS), a flexible approach which helps to resolve challenges from the past, ACT, which focuses on accepting thoughts and feelings rather than struggling with them, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people to evaluate distressing thoughts and change their behavior so life is more rewarding.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing in San Diego. The main concerns I work with include anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and dissociation, as well as depression related to past trauma or neglect. I have been trained in EMDR, an effective treatment for trauma and grief, Internal Family Systems (IFS), a flexible approach which helps to resolve challenges from the past, ACT, which focuses on accepting thoughts and feelings rather than struggling with them, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people to evaluate distressing thoughts and change their behavior so life is more rewarding.
Hello! My name is Ángel Rodriguez and I am an LCSW who has been in the mental health field for over seven years. Life is a journey and healing is non-linear so I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space for us to explore where healing and recovery can take place in your life. Intersectionality is a key component of my practice, so every aspect of your identity is welcome here.
Hello! My name is Ángel Rodriguez and I am an LCSW who has been in the mental health field for over seven years. Life is a journey and healing is non-linear so I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space for us to explore where healing and recovery can take place in your life. Intersectionality is a key component of my practice, so every aspect of your identity is welcome here.
I have been helping others improve their mental and emotional well-being for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all ages (infancy through adulthood and old age). I am equipped to handle severe mental illness and crises as well as difficult life transitions and stressful times. As a former Navy Psychologist I work exceptionally well in areas related to military service and traumatic stress and substance use disorders. I work in a collaborative way to find the most effective treatment for you. By the end of your first session, we have identified the problems to work on and a plan to help.
I have been helping others improve their mental and emotional well-being for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all ages (infancy through adulthood and old age). I am equipped to handle severe mental illness and crises as well as difficult life transitions and stressful times. As a former Navy Psychologist I work exceptionally well in areas related to military service and traumatic stress and substance use disorders. I work in a collaborative way to find the most effective treatment for you. By the end of your first session, we have identified the problems to work on and a plan to help.
Mr Martin works with individuals, couples, and children providing affordable counseling as most sessions are $100. Providing treatment in your home or Chula Vista. Mr Martin wrote "Heart and Soul Toward Intimacy: Couples Workbook," has helped 100s of couples. Walter offers goal-centered treatment tailored to your needs. Walter's solution-focused approach helps you achieve independence from therapy quickly as successful completion of treatment is the ultimate goal. Utilizing both Eastern and Western practices for overall mine body connection removing past trauma relieving symptoms quickly.
Mr Martin works with individuals, couples, and children providing affordable counseling as most sessions are $100. Providing treatment in your home or Chula Vista. Mr Martin wrote "Heart and Soul Toward Intimacy: Couples Workbook," has helped 100s of couples. Walter offers goal-centered treatment tailored to your needs. Walter's solution-focused approach helps you achieve independence from therapy quickly as successful completion of treatment is the ultimate goal. Utilizing both Eastern and Western practices for overall mine body connection removing past trauma relieving symptoms quickly.
Nice to meet you, I'm Jennifer James. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm passionate about helping my clients experience healing and learn the skills that they need to manage challenges in their lives and relationships. I typically work with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and relationship problems. I have expertise in working with trauma, abuse, and domestic violence as well. My therapeutic approach is somewhat eclectic. I blend pieces of person-centered therapy with self-compassion, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Nice to meet you, I'm Jennifer James. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm passionate about helping my clients experience healing and learn the skills that they need to manage challenges in their lives and relationships. I typically work with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and relationship problems. I have expertise in working with trauma, abuse, and domestic violence as well. My therapeutic approach is somewhat eclectic. I blend pieces of person-centered therapy with self-compassion, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Dr. Chris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, C-DBT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Hello, and firstly, kudos to you for taking the first steps (or more if returning to therapy) on reaching out for support! Whether it is part of your self-journey, or to connect with your family, partner, or spouse, it takes courage, vulnerability, and commitment to ask for help. This is especially true within the chaos of our lives and the social pressures to put on the multiple hats (Parent, Partner, Child, etc.) that we wear. Therapy for me is about caring for the human facing me, and offering the space where we can collaborate together to find your lost stories, while respecting each persons authentic experience of life.
Hello, and firstly, kudos to you for taking the first steps (or more if returning to therapy) on reaching out for support! Whether it is part of your self-journey, or to connect with your family, partner, or spouse, it takes courage, vulnerability, and commitment to ask for help. This is especially true within the chaos of our lives and the social pressures to put on the multiple hats (Parent, Partner, Child, etc.) that we wear. Therapy for me is about caring for the human facing me, and offering the space where we can collaborate together to find your lost stories, while respecting each persons authentic experience of life.
In an increasingly complex world, we all strive to find balance in our lives. When one aspect of our lives becomes more demanding, we can lose this sense of balance, and struggle to regain our footing. A job loss, a move, a new relationship, the loss of a loved one, an illness- all of these can upset our equilibrium and leave us overwhelmed and struggling to cope. Whether your difficulties are recent or longstanding, whether you are seeking to improve your mood, your relationships, or your ability to cope with life's challenges, working with a good therapist can help.
In an increasingly complex world, we all strive to find balance in our lives. When one aspect of our lives becomes more demanding, we can lose this sense of balance, and struggle to regain our footing. A job loss, a move, a new relationship, the loss of a loved one, an illness- all of these can upset our equilibrium and leave us overwhelmed and struggling to cope. Whether your difficulties are recent or longstanding, whether you are seeking to improve your mood, your relationships, or your ability to cope with life's challenges, working with a good therapist can help.
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Hello and welcome! My name is Jessica Millanponce and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I want to start by saying how honored I am that you took time to learn a little bit about me and my clinical care approach. It is my belief and experience that complex-relational trauma and attachment injuries show up in our lives and are the catalyst for symptoms that resemble anxiety, depression, dissociation, hyperactivity and various mood disorders. My approach to care is and has to be gentle, self-guided and compassionate as we explore the inner parts of Self that need attention, unburdening and healing.
Hello and welcome! My name is Jessica Millanponce and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I want to start by saying how honored I am that you took time to learn a little bit about me and my clinical care approach. It is my belief and experience that complex-relational trauma and attachment injuries show up in our lives and are the catalyst for symptoms that resemble anxiety, depression, dissociation, hyperactivity and various mood disorders. My approach to care is and has to be gentle, self-guided and compassionate as we explore the inner parts of Self that need attention, unburdening and healing.
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
Hello! I would be most helpful to a client who is looking for a mix of practical skills, a better understanding of themselves, and to explore what they want from life. I work primarily with adults and I specialize in helping people navigate trauma, grief, dissociative disorders, and life transitions. I am also EMDR trained. I welcome clients who fear that their story is too heavy a burden to share, or who find themselves in a struggle that they feel overwhelmed by. I hope to help you heal as well as to answer the question of "what's next?" with confidence. I consider my approach gentle and direct.
Hello! I would be most helpful to a client who is looking for a mix of practical skills, a better understanding of themselves, and to explore what they want from life. I work primarily with adults and I specialize in helping people navigate trauma, grief, dissociative disorders, and life transitions. I am also EMDR trained. I welcome clients who fear that their story is too heavy a burden to share, or who find themselves in a struggle that they feel overwhelmed by. I hope to help you heal as well as to answer the question of "what's next?" with confidence. I consider my approach gentle and direct.
I assist individuals in overcoming their inner pain, and learning to face the challenges of life from a place of strength, compassion, and connection. As your ally in healing, I can help you process the emotions, memories and experiences that may underly your current suffering, so that you’re free to feel connected with yourself, with others, and with life. Sometimes past traumas become trapped in our bodies and minds, and we need help to feel safe in ourself and our relationships. My approach is based on these principles: Efficacy (I use Evidence Based modalities), collaboration, individualized care, and warm relational connection.
I assist individuals in overcoming their inner pain, and learning to face the challenges of life from a place of strength, compassion, and connection. As your ally in healing, I can help you process the emotions, memories and experiences that may underly your current suffering, so that you’re free to feel connected with yourself, with others, and with life. Sometimes past traumas become trapped in our bodies and minds, and we need help to feel safe in ourself and our relationships. My approach is based on these principles: Efficacy (I use Evidence Based modalities), collaboration, individualized care, and warm relational connection.
Looking into therapy is a positive first step. I believe therapy can offer healing and hope for individuals who desire nurturing and fulfilling relationships as well as the ability to manage and overcome mental health challenges. As a licensed psychotherapist, my passion is to help you navigate through life's difficulties and to empower you to regain health and balance in your life. Seeking professional help takes courage, and people of all life stages will find a safe and supportive environment where such issues can be addressed.
Looking into therapy is a positive first step. I believe therapy can offer healing and hope for individuals who desire nurturing and fulfilling relationships as well as the ability to manage and overcome mental health challenges. As a licensed psychotherapist, my passion is to help you navigate through life's difficulties and to empower you to regain health and balance in your life. Seeking professional help takes courage, and people of all life stages will find a safe and supportive environment where such issues can be addressed.
Welcome! I have spent more than a decade in trauma work and understand the arduous process to release the debilitating grip past trauma can have on a client’s present-moment experience. I recognize the profound courage it takes to look deeply within. I prepare my clients to find that invisible line between comfort and discomfort to set the foundation for lifechanging results and encourage them to live in their own authentic truth. Trauma healing looks different for everyone and I work side by side with each of my clients to design a path of healing that feels right to them.
Welcome! I have spent more than a decade in trauma work and understand the arduous process to release the debilitating grip past trauma can have on a client’s present-moment experience. I recognize the profound courage it takes to look deeply within. I prepare my clients to find that invisible line between comfort and discomfort to set the foundation for lifechanging results and encourage them to live in their own authentic truth. Trauma healing looks different for everyone and I work side by side with each of my clients to design a path of healing that feels right to them.
When life brings uncomfortable feelings, it may be time to seek support. These emotions are common and can affect our ability to function and find joy in daily life—but you don’t have to face them alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, gain understanding, and learn effective tools to enhance your well-being.
With more than 20 years of experience in mental health internationally, I strive to create a compassionate and empowering space for each individual. I am dedicated to building a trusting therapeutic relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, and empowered.
When life brings uncomfortable feelings, it may be time to seek support. These emotions are common and can affect our ability to function and find joy in daily life—but you don’t have to face them alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, gain understanding, and learn effective tools to enhance your well-being.
With more than 20 years of experience in mental health internationally, I strive to create a compassionate and empowering space for each individual. I am dedicated to building a trusting therapeutic relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, and empowered.
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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.