Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Solana Beach, CA

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Patti Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Patti. In this fast paced world, there never seems to be enough time for you. Being pulled in many directions, always feeling rushed, and like life is out of control. Maybe you feel alone even while surrounded by others, Does this sound familiar? I’ve spent over a decade working in the mental health field. My career began working with at-risk children and adolescents struggling with depression, anger, anxiety, substance use, suicidal ideations/attempts, and body image disorders.
Hi, I’m Patti. In this fast paced world, there never seems to be enough time for you. Being pulled in many directions, always feeling rushed, and like life is out of control. Maybe you feel alone even while surrounded by others, Does this sound familiar? I’ve spent over a decade working in the mental health field. My career began working with at-risk children and adolescents struggling with depression, anger, anxiety, substance use, suicidal ideations/attempts, and body image disorders.
(858) 524-3944 View (858) 524-3944
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Linda Murlene Ojeda
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA, CAT, DV/VOC, SUD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Get back to your best you! I believe therapy provides support in processing through what's working and what's not working for you to improve and build on your personal strengths. During our sessions we can work towards developing new coping skills while improving your relationships in this process. I am here to support you towards reaching your personal goals while reinforcing your core values. Through this process I will collaboratively work with you to bring hope, joy, and a renewed outlook on life.
Get back to your best you! I believe therapy provides support in processing through what's working and what's not working for you to improve and build on your personal strengths. During our sessions we can work towards developing new coping skills while improving your relationships in this process. I am here to support you towards reaching your personal goals while reinforcing your core values. Through this process I will collaboratively work with you to bring hope, joy, and a renewed outlook on life.
(858) 240-8292 View (858) 240-8292
Gordon Caras
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Each person has specific needs and goals towards which they aspire fulfilling. Emotional/psychological struggles interfere adversely in actualizing these pursuits. It can be a complicated web to disentangle but well worth the effort, a gift to yourself and your loved ones. Whether it be depression, anxiety, low self-confidence/esteem, relationship turmoils, directionless, internal emptiness, impulsiveness, etc., many things can paralyze you, but help is possible. For all this comes under a close, skilled exploration mutually taken by us to unravel and resolve the unremitting knots and enduring knocks that presently bind you.
Each person has specific needs and goals towards which they aspire fulfilling. Emotional/psychological struggles interfere adversely in actualizing these pursuits. It can be a complicated web to disentangle but well worth the effort, a gift to yourself and your loved ones. Whether it be depression, anxiety, low self-confidence/esteem, relationship turmoils, directionless, internal emptiness, impulsiveness, etc., many things can paralyze you, but help is possible. For all this comes under a close, skilled exploration mutually taken by us to unravel and resolve the unremitting knots and enduring knocks that presently bind you.
(858) 808-1712 View (858) 808-1712
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Crystal Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
I believe we all have a deep longing and capacity to be whole and connected to ourselves and others. NeuroScientists have validated this biological need for healthy connections as well as social researchers like Dr Brene Brown who are normalizing this desire in all of us to know and be known. My training goes beyond traditional talk therapy and encompasses Somatic and Neuroscientific practice that enables people to get to the root of their disconnection so that they can feel more alive and connected to themselves. Through the practice of integrating the mind, body, and spirit we become more whole and connected.
I believe we all have a deep longing and capacity to be whole and connected to ourselves and others. NeuroScientists have validated this biological need for healthy connections as well as social researchers like Dr Brene Brown who are normalizing this desire in all of us to know and be known. My training goes beyond traditional talk therapy and encompasses Somatic and Neuroscientific practice that enables people to get to the root of their disconnection so that they can feel more alive and connected to themselves. Through the practice of integrating the mind, body, and spirit we become more whole and connected.
(760) 313-3630 View (760) 313-3630
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Kim Ajlouny
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Connection with others is crucial for life. This can be elusive for those who don't know themselves or love themselves, leading to negative relationship or behavioral patterns. By helping you become more relational with yourself, you will develop more positive self-worth, have healthier boundaries with others, and have a more satisying and productive life. Let's get you "unstuck" and help you move toward greater happiness.
Connection with others is crucial for life. This can be elusive for those who don't know themselves or love themselves, leading to negative relationship or behavioral patterns. By helping you become more relational with yourself, you will develop more positive self-worth, have healthier boundaries with others, and have a more satisying and productive life. Let's get you "unstuck" and help you move toward greater happiness.
(858) 736-9269 View (858) 736-9269
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Kenneth Fried
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Ken is a passionate and seasoned Marriage and Family therapist who has been helping people improve the quality of their lives and relationships for over 30 years. Equal parts clinician, healer and coach, Ken has a unique way of helping people identify and dissolve the obstacles that have been limiting their greater enjoyment and success in life. With an emphasis on personal growth and the deeper work of self-acceptance, he patiently guides his clients towards their best version of themselves. When clients can begin producing dramatically new outcomes and results in their daily lives, he knows his unique brand of therapy is working!
Ken is a passionate and seasoned Marriage and Family therapist who has been helping people improve the quality of their lives and relationships for over 30 years. Equal parts clinician, healer and coach, Ken has a unique way of helping people identify and dissolve the obstacles that have been limiting their greater enjoyment and success in life. With an emphasis on personal growth and the deeper work of self-acceptance, he patiently guides his clients towards their best version of themselves. When clients can begin producing dramatically new outcomes and results in their daily lives, he knows his unique brand of therapy is working!
(760) 845-2745 View (760) 845-2745
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Michelle Settergren
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hi there and welcome! My name is Michelle, and I'm glad you found your way here. Life has a way of introducing anxiety, stress, trauma and grief when we least expect it, and I'm here to help support you in returning to a place where you feel safe, self aware, and empowered. As a client centered therapist, I believe we all have the capacity to be self-healers. I've worked in several realms of healing and medicine for more than 10 years, and I approach my therapeutic connections with warmth and curiosity. I lovingly encourage you to come as you are.
Hi there and welcome! My name is Michelle, and I'm glad you found your way here. Life has a way of introducing anxiety, stress, trauma and grief when we least expect it, and I'm here to help support you in returning to a place where you feel safe, self aware, and empowered. As a client centered therapist, I believe we all have the capacity to be self-healers. I've worked in several realms of healing and medicine for more than 10 years, and I approach my therapeutic connections with warmth and curiosity. I lovingly encourage you to come as you are.
(858) 758-4297 View (858) 758-4297
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Dr. Kate Dunn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Greetings! My name is Dr. Kate Dunn. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY32472) with eight years of experience treating many different mental health diagnoses, challenges, and symptoms. I have a background working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictive behaviors, and psychosis. I have specific clinical training and experience treating trauma and life stressors. I see clients of all ages 18+ utilizing a tailored, culturally-sensitive, empathic, and related approach. I blend humanistic, existential, and cognitive behavioral philosophies depending on the comfort and preferences of each client.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Kate Dunn. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY32472) with eight years of experience treating many different mental health diagnoses, challenges, and symptoms. I have a background working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictive behaviors, and psychosis. I have specific clinical training and experience treating trauma and life stressors. I see clients of all ages 18+ utilizing a tailored, culturally-sensitive, empathic, and related approach. I blend humanistic, existential, and cognitive behavioral philosophies depending on the comfort and preferences of each client.
(858) 956-7478 View (858) 956-7478
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Preston Sims
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
I can help because I have over 25 years of experience in psychology but more than twice that as a caring human being striving to find my own way. I've worked in psychiatric hospitals, in prisons and in private practice, with people with all kinds of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety and Schizophrenia. Equally important than any experience I might bring to the therapy session, I bring compassion, empathy and an understanding that we're all just doing the best we can.
I can help because I have over 25 years of experience in psychology but more than twice that as a caring human being striving to find my own way. I've worked in psychiatric hospitals, in prisons and in private practice, with people with all kinds of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety and Schizophrenia. Equally important than any experience I might bring to the therapy session, I bring compassion, empathy and an understanding that we're all just doing the best we can.
(619) 304-9224 View (619) 304-9224
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Aleta Klein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
(626) 414-5269 View (626) 414-5269
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Syed Imam
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
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.
(619) 367-8094 View (619) 367-8094
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Natasha Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Natasha! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I have been practicing for 12 years. I help people with depression, anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and several other areas so people become the best versions of themselves.
Hi, my name is Natasha! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I have been practicing for 12 years. I help people with depression, anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and several other areas so people become the best versions of themselves.
(657) 571-3640 View (657) 571-3640
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Jamie Marina Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
My greatest passion and inspiration is walking alongside individuals during their journey of self-discovery and improvement. This passion for helping others set me on my path of obtaining a Master's in Social Work, with a concentration in Health and Aging, and subsequently becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
My greatest passion and inspiration is walking alongside individuals during their journey of self-discovery and improvement. This passion for helping others set me on my path of obtaining a Master's in Social Work, with a concentration in Health and Aging, and subsequently becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
(916) 634-1547 View (916) 634-1547
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Nathalie Contro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Each individual is unique. No one fits a mold; we’ve all traveled through challenges that provide us with our own uniqueness.
Each individual is unique. No one fits a mold; we’ve all traveled through challenges that provide us with our own uniqueness.
(657) 837-3988 View (657) 837-3988
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Hazel Huynh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Hazel. I'm a bilingual Asian mental health therapist fluent in both Vietnamese and English, dedicated to supporting adults with ADHD and co-occurring conditions.
Hi, I'm Hazel. I'm a bilingual Asian mental health therapist fluent in both Vietnamese and English, dedicated to supporting adults with ADHD and co-occurring conditions.
(562) 553-6925 View (562) 553-6925
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Christine Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Healing, recovery and growth depend on experiencing ourselves, others and life challenges in a new and healthier way. Change is an action. When we do things differently, our lives change. Therapy is a process of understanding the roots of our patterns and learning to respond to life in new and healthier ways. Awareness comes first, then action comes next. It is the action that allows us to take our lives in a direction that is more connected to our true selves. It takes tremendous courage to embark on that journey, but the reward of a fulfilling life and healthy, happy relationships are worth the time and effort invested.
Healing, recovery and growth depend on experiencing ourselves, others and life challenges in a new and healthier way. Change is an action. When we do things differently, our lives change. Therapy is a process of understanding the roots of our patterns and learning to respond to life in new and healthier ways. Awareness comes first, then action comes next. It is the action that allows us to take our lives in a direction that is more connected to our true selves. It takes tremendous courage to embark on that journey, but the reward of a fulfilling life and healthy, happy relationships are worth the time and effort invested.
(949) 866-5673 View (949) 866-5673
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Kelli Olds LMFT Owner at Mood Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HHP
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years experience in the health and wellness industry. I have a BA in Elementary Education, a MA in Counseling Psychology and I sat on the Board of the San Diego North County chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. I practice Telehealth Online Therapy and have an office in Encinitas. I enjoy helping individuals create and maintain healthy relationships with themselves, their spouses, children, family members, friends, colleagues, and ex-spouses. I also love helping individuals navigate divorce recovery and co-parenting.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years experience in the health and wellness industry. I have a BA in Elementary Education, a MA in Counseling Psychology and I sat on the Board of the San Diego North County chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. I practice Telehealth Online Therapy and have an office in Encinitas. I enjoy helping individuals create and maintain healthy relationships with themselves, their spouses, children, family members, friends, colleagues, and ex-spouses. I also love helping individuals navigate divorce recovery and co-parenting.
(760) 840-2018 View (760) 840-2018
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Courtney Muir
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
You’ve been working hard and pushing through the instability and frustrations of a global pandemic for years now. Maybe you’ve even recognized the value of mental health, attempted to set boundaries at work, or added self-care tasks to your to-do list. From the outside, so much in your life seems to be going “right” but deep down you’re exhausted. Your efforts to leave work at work and to listen to a meditation app in the morning aren’t cutting it. You just aren’t happy and you’re not sure why. You may have even been to therapy before and learned some decent strategies, but didn’t get the deep results you were hoping for. I can help
You’ve been working hard and pushing through the instability and frustrations of a global pandemic for years now. Maybe you’ve even recognized the value of mental health, attempted to set boundaries at work, or added self-care tasks to your to-do list. From the outside, so much in your life seems to be going “right” but deep down you’re exhausted. Your efforts to leave work at work and to listen to a meditation app in the morning aren’t cutting it. You just aren’t happy and you’re not sure why. You may have even been to therapy before and learned some decent strategies, but didn’t get the deep results you were hoping for. I can help
(619) 279-5778 View (619) 279-5778
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Aaron Kurtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Not every problem can be handled on our own. In these times, it's important to seek the aid of those who have an extensive understanding of overwhelming stress, depression, and anxiety. As a LCSW and psychotherapist, I know healing is possible and happens everyday. I have a passion for mental health and enjoy watching people become the best version of themselves.
Not every problem can be handled on our own. In these times, it's important to seek the aid of those who have an extensive understanding of overwhelming stress, depression, and anxiety. As a LCSW and psychotherapist, I know healing is possible and happens everyday. I have a passion for mental health and enjoy watching people become the best version of themselves.
(760) 428-1497 View (760) 428-1497
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Steven T Griggs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment. I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment. I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
(760) 746-8355 View (760) 746-8355
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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.