Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Sacramento, CA

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Tammy Rovane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Sacramento, CA 95827
I have committed myself to meeting clients where they are and providing a safe environment for individuals to process and embrace their authentic selves. My approach is behavioral and psychodynamic while pulling from mindfulness, family systems, trauma informed and DBT. I specialize in the treatment of complex childhood trauma, dissociative disorders, attachment and abandonment issues, self-harm and self-regulation issues, as well as individuals who struggle with borderline personality disorder. I also have a vast experience with depression, bipolar and anxiety.
I have committed myself to meeting clients where they are and providing a safe environment for individuals to process and embrace their authentic selves. My approach is behavioral and psychodynamic while pulling from mindfulness, family systems, trauma informed and DBT. I specialize in the treatment of complex childhood trauma, dissociative disorders, attachment and abandonment issues, self-harm and self-regulation issues, as well as individuals who struggle with borderline personality disorder. I also have a vast experience with depression, bipolar and anxiety.
(916) 244-7065 View (916) 244-7065
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Tiffany Wetzel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships. I work to help my clients better understand the motivations for their actions and decisions in their lives.
Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships. I work to help my clients better understand the motivations for their actions and decisions in their lives.
(916) 378-5041 View (916) 378-5041
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Peter Michael Gaffney
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
Hi everyone. I'm an analytically-trained psychiatrist with a background in family medical practice and also in Buddhism. At this point my practice is adult psychotherapy and I am no longer treating patients who need medication, nor do I treat children. Although I'm trained in psychoanalytic therapy, my approach varies according to individual needs. I see depressed or anxious patients , those struggling with losses, stress, life events, or in their relationships and other issues as well. I have a particular interest in those with severe depression. I also offer individual training in psychodynamics to adult therapists.
Hi everyone. I'm an analytically-trained psychiatrist with a background in family medical practice and also in Buddhism. At this point my practice is adult psychotherapy and I am no longer treating patients who need medication, nor do I treat children. Although I'm trained in psychoanalytic therapy, my approach varies according to individual needs. I see depressed or anxious patients , those struggling with losses, stress, life events, or in their relationships and other issues as well. I have a particular interest in those with severe depression. I also offer individual training in psychodynamics to adult therapists.
(916) 553-2864 View (916) 553-2864
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Denise Dalgarn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Online Only
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience. Are you struggling in your work or family life? Is it impacting your relationships? Most of us go through life events that leave us battered and bruised but there are some things that we might go through that stay with us and impact our ability to navigate our daily lives. Many of us have experienced that and there is a way to walk through it and come out on the other side leaving the pain behind but keeping any meaningful lessons safely with us. If you have experienced this kind of incident, it would be a privilege to walk that journey to healing with you.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience. Are you struggling in your work or family life? Is it impacting your relationships? Most of us go through life events that leave us battered and bruised but there are some things that we might go through that stay with us and impact our ability to navigate our daily lives. Many of us have experienced that and there is a way to walk through it and come out on the other side leaving the pain behind but keeping any meaningful lessons safely with us. If you have experienced this kind of incident, it would be a privilege to walk that journey to healing with you.
(972) 645-2341 View (972) 645-2341
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Anne Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
It can be a lonely and overwhelming feeling to realize that your life doesn't match who you were meant to be. I will help you identify the origin of your maladaptive coping skills, the effect early issues have on you in the present day, and help you learn new, healthy behaviors to live a better and more fulfilling life. I have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with dual diagnoses, trauma and PTSD, substance abuse, personality disorders, mood disorders and thought disorders.
It can be a lonely and overwhelming feeling to realize that your life doesn't match who you were meant to be. I will help you identify the origin of your maladaptive coping skills, the effect early issues have on you in the present day, and help you learn new, healthy behaviors to live a better and more fulfilling life. I have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with dual diagnoses, trauma and PTSD, substance abuse, personality disorders, mood disorders and thought disorders.
(323) 445-4295 View (323) 445-4295
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Diana Drips
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
(916) 764-3905 View (916) 764-3905
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Brian M Abell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am proud to be someone who is proficient in helping all types of people from various backgrounds, cultures, races, and sexual orientations, experiencing a wide variety of life situations.
I am proud to be someone who is proficient in helping all types of people from various backgrounds, cultures, races, and sexual orientations, experiencing a wide variety of life situations.
(916) 909-1627 View (916) 909-1627
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Susan Harrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
7 Endorsed
Online Only
I commend you for reaching out to the possibilities therapy may offer. Change begins in this moment. Life can feel unmanageable. We experience the joys and challenges of relationships. The relationship may be with ourselves: inner struggles, uncertain goals, questioned values, addictive tendencies and confusion as to why we "do what we do". The relationship may be with another. The relationship may call upon us to clarify our expectations, to establish personal boundaries, to develop flexibility, to reflect on co-dependence, to improve our communication style and to open ourselves to change.
I commend you for reaching out to the possibilities therapy may offer. Change begins in this moment. Life can feel unmanageable. We experience the joys and challenges of relationships. The relationship may be with ourselves: inner struggles, uncertain goals, questioned values, addictive tendencies and confusion as to why we "do what we do". The relationship may be with another. The relationship may call upon us to clarify our expectations, to establish personal boundaries, to develop flexibility, to reflect on co-dependence, to improve our communication style and to open ourselves to change.
(916) 571-9164 View (916) 571-9164
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Melanie Maddox
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, EMDR, BSP
Online Only
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
(916) 587-6850 View (916) 587-6850
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Aven Armstrong-Sutton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD(c), RSW, RSW-C, LCSW, BCD
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
You may feel fragmented, stuck in survival mode, or weighed down by chronic worry or sadness. I work with people living with post-traumatic stress, severe dissociative disorders, persistent depression, and anxiety. My clients often long to feel whole, grounded, present, and more in control of their lives. I help people move from just surviving to feeling integrated and effective. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we'll work toward safety, connection, and a more empowered sense of self.
You may feel fragmented, stuck in survival mode, or weighed down by chronic worry or sadness. I work with people living with post-traumatic stress, severe dissociative disorders, persistent depression, and anxiety. My clients often long to feel whole, grounded, present, and more in control of their lives. I help people move from just surviving to feeling integrated and effective. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we'll work toward safety, connection, and a more empowered sense of self.
(530) 531-8908 View (530) 531-8908
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Nathaniel Mills
Psychologist, PhD
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I treat adults suffering from anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties in my midtown Sacramento office. I've found success working with intelligent people stuck in situations they can't think their way out of. I enjoy challenging cases and working with diverse clients. I enjoy LGBT clients, people struggling with existential issues, and busy people trying to balance life with career. I have extensive experience working with treatment-resistant Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar Disorders and can often help clients with innovative treatments. I am also Past President of the Sacramento Valley Psychological Association.
I treat adults suffering from anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties in my midtown Sacramento office. I've found success working with intelligent people stuck in situations they can't think their way out of. I enjoy challenging cases and working with diverse clients. I enjoy LGBT clients, people struggling with existential issues, and busy people trying to balance life with career. I have extensive experience working with treatment-resistant Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar Disorders and can often help clients with innovative treatments. I am also Past President of the Sacramento Valley Psychological Association.
(916) 722-7792 View (916) 722-7792
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Nicola Simmersbach
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Sacramento, CA 95825
Are you looking for therapy that's more than just talk therapy? Want to make changes that help you shift out of survival mode and into a peaceful, centered life? I'm an EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA) with over 25 years of experience helping people do just that. Using a variety of techniques we work together to design simple three phase plan to make deep changes that last after therapy is completed. Contact me today to set up a brief call to discuss your needs and get your questions answered.
Are you looking for therapy that's more than just talk therapy? Want to make changes that help you shift out of survival mode and into a peaceful, centered life? I'm an EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA) with over 25 years of experience helping people do just that. Using a variety of techniques we work together to design simple three phase plan to make deep changes that last after therapy is completed. Contact me today to set up a brief call to discuss your needs and get your questions answered.
(916) 233-1760 View (916) 233-1760
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Catherine Cohen
Psychologist, PsyD
Sacramento, CA 95816
In my practice, I blend a warm, compassionate and respectful approach along with solid science and practical experience. Clients find that the simple act of talking in therapy provides a wealth of information which in turn brings decisions about what to do. My special areas of focus Include work with abuse and trauma survivors, relationship and intimacy issues, work concerns, culture and identity concerns, chronic illness and health, and medical/mental health professionals. I welcome adults and adolescents to my practice, and offer individual, couples and family therapy.
In my practice, I blend a warm, compassionate and respectful approach along with solid science and practical experience. Clients find that the simple act of talking in therapy provides a wealth of information which in turn brings decisions about what to do. My special areas of focus Include work with abuse and trauma survivors, relationship and intimacy issues, work concerns, culture and identity concerns, chronic illness and health, and medical/mental health professionals. I welcome adults and adolescents to my practice, and offer individual, couples and family therapy.
(916) 444-8834 View (916) 444-8834
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CRC Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Sacramento, CA 95825
We are a Medi-Cal contracted provider (Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net, Partnership Health Plan). We can help you achieve your personal or relational goals like communication, overcoming trust/infidelity, sex, addiction, parenting differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), repairing fractures within yourself and your relationship and more. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices.
We are a Medi-Cal contracted provider (Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net, Partnership Health Plan). We can help you achieve your personal or relational goals like communication, overcoming trust/infidelity, sex, addiction, parenting differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), repairing fractures within yourself and your relationship and more. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices.
(916) 621-5894 View (916) 621-5894
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Laurel Salmon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Online Only
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
(916) 313-9528 View (916) 313-9528
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Dr. Charlotte Rosenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Sacramento, CA 95811
People who have been in my practice often tell me one of the things they treasure most highly about their therapeutic journey is feeling hopeful again. I welcome adults to my practice who are struggling with a wide range of issues – problems with relationships, work, love, fear, hearing voices, play, sex, confusion, being alone, being with others, paranoia, feeling stuck, despair, worry, troubling thoughts, grief, etc. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, PTSD, OCD and personality disorders.
People who have been in my practice often tell me one of the things they treasure most highly about their therapeutic journey is feeling hopeful again. I welcome adults to my practice who are struggling with a wide range of issues – problems with relationships, work, love, fear, hearing voices, play, sex, confusion, being alone, being with others, paranoia, feeling stuck, despair, worry, troubling thoughts, grief, etc. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, PTSD, OCD and personality disorders.
(916) 864-9513 View (916) 864-9513
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Alexa Enyart
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Sacramento, CA 95816
Do you feel as though your anxiety and depression are unmanageable? How about feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or helplessness like you’ve hit rock bottom and are struggling to find hope for tomorrow? Once we start to unravel the details of our past and trauma we give ourselves the ability to process feelings that we have long suppressed. I aim to collaborate with you and provide tools to decrease the challenging feelings you are currently facing and achieve a more integrated and balanced sense of self, leading to emotional healing and personal growth.
Do you feel as though your anxiety and depression are unmanageable? How about feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or helplessness like you’ve hit rock bottom and are struggling to find hope for tomorrow? Once we start to unravel the details of our past and trauma we give ourselves the ability to process feelings that we have long suppressed. I aim to collaborate with you and provide tools to decrease the challenging feelings you are currently facing and achieve a more integrated and balanced sense of self, leading to emotional healing and personal growth.
(916) 800-0129 View (916) 800-0129
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Alexandra Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ASW
Online Only
Are you experiencing relationship issues with your partner or family members? I’m passionate about helping people have healthier relationships within themselves and with others. I work with couples and families who are stuck in conflict, seeking better communication, healing from past wounds, bridging cultural gaps, or adjusting to life transitions. I also provide individual therapy to support those affected by relational issues. We can work on managing anxiety, processing trauma, overcoming people-pleasing habits, improving emotional regulation, working through codependency, and embarking on a journey of healing and well-being.
Are you experiencing relationship issues with your partner or family members? I’m passionate about helping people have healthier relationships within themselves and with others. I work with couples and families who are stuck in conflict, seeking better communication, healing from past wounds, bridging cultural gaps, or adjusting to life transitions. I also provide individual therapy to support those affected by relational issues. We can work on managing anxiety, processing trauma, overcoming people-pleasing habits, improving emotional regulation, working through codependency, and embarking on a journey of healing and well-being.
(916) 282-2491 View (916) 282-2491
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Nancy Rarick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, my name is Nancy Rarick, license number is 35274. I have been a licensed therapist for 30 years. I prefer client-centered therapy but utilize many other modalities which benefit my client the most. Currently, I only have a telemedicine practice which enables me to see clients throughout California. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of my client. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, focused solution therapy, and am trained in EMDR and DBT. Because I am a registered nurse, I am passionate about health and wellness and feel physical well-being is synergistic with good mental health.
Hello, my name is Nancy Rarick, license number is 35274. I have been a licensed therapist for 30 years. I prefer client-centered therapy but utilize many other modalities which benefit my client the most. Currently, I only have a telemedicine practice which enables me to see clients throughout California. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of my client. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, focused solution therapy, and am trained in EMDR and DBT. Because I am a registered nurse, I am passionate about health and wellness and feel physical well-being is synergistic with good mental health.
(916) 866-8357 View (916) 866-8357
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Jeannette L Phelan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Sacramento, CA 95820
I approach therapy with passion and a deep respect for the therapeutic process. And while therapy can bring about positive changes, it can be difficult and painful at times .It requires courage and commitment to be willing to trust the process. I am humbled and grateful be a part of someones journey and healing. The clients i work with include individuals, couples, and families that are experiencing depression, PTSD, communication issues, negative self image, and low self worth. Modalities may include EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic, Client-Centered, DBT and others as appropriate.
I approach therapy with passion and a deep respect for the therapeutic process. And while therapy can bring about positive changes, it can be difficult and painful at times .It requires courage and commitment to be willing to trust the process. I am humbled and grateful be a part of someones journey and healing. The clients i work with include individuals, couples, and families that are experiencing depression, PTSD, communication issues, negative self image, and low self worth. Modalities may include EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic, Client-Centered, DBT and others as appropriate.
(916) 546-1166 View (916) 546-1166

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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.