Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
Francis X Palmieri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207
I have accumulated a wealth of experience in the over forty years I've been a clinician. I have provided services in a variety of mental health and chemical dependency settings, and have served as an educator and consultant to schools, agencies court systems, and private industry. My experience as a military officer, as well as experience in the food service and construction industries, has give me a "real world" view of of the problems, issues, and concerns which my patients are facing.
I have accumulated a wealth of experience in the over forty years I've been a clinician. I have provided services in a variety of mental health and chemical dependency settings, and have served as an educator and consultant to schools, agencies court systems, and private industry. My experience as a military officer, as well as experience in the food service and construction industries, has give me a "real world" view of of the problems, issues, and concerns which my patients are facing.
It is exhausting when your appearance to the outside world doesn't match how you feel on the inside. You're sad, anxious or even angry around others. You have trouble trusting and connecting with others, act like a chameleon, and avoid the real world. No one understands how you feel. They don't listen to what you are saying, ignore you, gaslight you, or making you feel crazy. They don't know what it's like to have to hide the real you. They will never understand how exhausted you feel walking around pretending to be someone or somwthing you're not. Imagine now:
It is exhausting when your appearance to the outside world doesn't match how you feel on the inside. You're sad, anxious or even angry around others. You have trouble trusting and connecting with others, act like a chameleon, and avoid the real world. No one understands how you feel. They don't listen to what you are saying, ignore you, gaslight you, or making you feel crazy. They don't know what it's like to have to hide the real you. They will never understand how exhausted you feel walking around pretending to be someone or somwthing you're not. Imagine now:
Let’s talk about the parts of you that you’ve had to hide just to get through each day—I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Inner Child Work to help you understand and embrace your true self.
If you’re an adult survivor of childhood trauma, you might feel stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand—carrying shame, guilt, or self-doubt that feels overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate this alone. My approach to therapy is collaborative, meaning we’ll work together in a way that feels safe, empowering, and uniquely tailored to you.
Let’s talk about the parts of you that you’ve had to hide just to get through each day—I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Inner Child Work to help you understand and embrace your true self.
If you’re an adult survivor of childhood trauma, you might feel stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand—carrying shame, guilt, or self-doubt that feels overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate this alone. My approach to therapy is collaborative, meaning we’ll work together in a way that feels safe, empowering, and uniquely tailored to you.
We respectfully support you in your dreams, goals & inspirations. When you need guidance, we provide knowledge & insight about self-care & therapeutic strategies, approaching healing & recovery from a holistic perspective. Seamlessly integrate emotions, behaviors, lifestyle, relationships, education, leisure activities, self-care & career. Serving clients of all ages with such issues as Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Autism, Behavior Challenges, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Dissociation, DID, OCD, ODD, Panic, PTSD, Trauma, Violence. Trauma; BIPOC; LGBTQIA+ and Polyamory respectful & informed.
We respectfully support you in your dreams, goals & inspirations. When you need guidance, we provide knowledge & insight about self-care & therapeutic strategies, approaching healing & recovery from a holistic perspective. Seamlessly integrate emotions, behaviors, lifestyle, relationships, education, leisure activities, self-care & career. Serving clients of all ages with such issues as Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Autism, Behavior Challenges, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Dissociation, DID, OCD, ODD, Panic, PTSD, Trauma, Violence. Trauma; BIPOC; LGBTQIA+ and Polyamory respectful & informed.
Mary Bernard
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are struggling in your important relationships, trying to cope with the impact of past trauma, or exploring questions of meaning and identity, searching for a therapist is a courageous step toward building the life you've been wishing for. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and adults, and am here to support you as a fellow traveler on the journey toward a better life. I offer a place to explore your questions, hopes, struggles, and joys in the context of a safe, connected relationship free of judgment. I invest my time outside of our sessions in training and research to ensure I am offering you what works.
Whether you are struggling in your important relationships, trying to cope with the impact of past trauma, or exploring questions of meaning and identity, searching for a therapist is a courageous step toward building the life you've been wishing for. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and adults, and am here to support you as a fellow traveler on the journey toward a better life. I offer a place to explore your questions, hopes, struggles, and joys in the context of a safe, connected relationship free of judgment. I invest my time outside of our sessions in training and research to ensure I am offering you what works.
Life brings many challenges and hardships. You may be burdened by insecurities, fears, anger, or resentment. Relationships or work may be unsatisfying. Most likely you have tried to feel better on your own; some things may have helped, but not always fully or lasting. The source of some problems can be identified, while other problems are vague and unclear. In the end, you come with your own set of difficulties and life circumstances. I believe psychotherapy enhances our natural tendency to understand ourselves as we strive to realize our hopes and aspirations.
Life brings many challenges and hardships. You may be burdened by insecurities, fears, anger, or resentment. Relationships or work may be unsatisfying. Most likely you have tried to feel better on your own; some things may have helped, but not always fully or lasting. The source of some problems can be identified, while other problems are vague and unclear. In the end, you come with your own set of difficulties and life circumstances. I believe psychotherapy enhances our natural tendency to understand ourselves as we strive to realize our hopes and aspirations.
Listening is an art form.From traditional counseling to life coaching, mindfulness, I draw on my extensive life experience and thousands of hours with clients in helping you with communication, anger, trauma, grief, PTSD, existential crisis, addictions. I work with adult clients of all ages. I also work with other therapists, first responders, health professionals, teachers in helping them process the trauma that they witness and hear.You will know within the first session whether I am the right therapist, life coach for you.Confidentiality is assured, sliding scale. c-904 476-5336. chriscoachingandcounseling.com
Listening is an art form.From traditional counseling to life coaching, mindfulness, I draw on my extensive life experience and thousands of hours with clients in helping you with communication, anger, trauma, grief, PTSD, existential crisis, addictions. I work with adult clients of all ages. I also work with other therapists, first responders, health professionals, teachers in helping them process the trauma that they witness and hear.You will know within the first session whether I am the right therapist, life coach for you.Confidentiality is assured, sliding scale. c-904 476-5336. chriscoachingandcounseling.com
Muriel Delsoin is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health counselor with over seven years of experience in behavioral and mental health settings. Muriel places great importance on the present moment and recognizes the potential strengths within each client. She works collaboratively with her clients, encouraging exploration of their experiences and identifying internal and external resources that aid in the healing process.
Muriel Delsoin is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health counselor with over seven years of experience in behavioral and mental health settings. Muriel places great importance on the present moment and recognizes the potential strengths within each client. She works collaboratively with her clients, encouraging exploration of their experiences and identifying internal and external resources that aid in the healing process.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist. My approach is direct, yet gentle. My clients can rely on me to help get them through their past and present struggles. We together will work toward desired goals and accomplishments. My areas of expertise include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflicts and grief. All strengths are highlighted and all feelings are important and acknowledged.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist. My approach is direct, yet gentle. My clients can rely on me to help get them through their past and present struggles. We together will work toward desired goals and accomplishments. My areas of expertise include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflicts and grief. All strengths are highlighted and all feelings are important and acknowledged.
Tracye A Polson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32205
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
There sometimes comes a season in life when an individual, couple or family experience a "stuck point". In times like these it helps to know that you are not alone and you do have choices. One choice is to enlist the help of a caring professional to work with you in establishing therapeutic goals to help you move through such difficult times with confidence. I bring 30 + years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions using: Family Systems Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and a variety of individual therapeutic strategies with adults to assist you in finding answers that make sense to you.
There sometimes comes a season in life when an individual, couple or family experience a "stuck point". In times like these it helps to know that you are not alone and you do have choices. One choice is to enlist the help of a caring professional to work with you in establishing therapeutic goals to help you move through such difficult times with confidence. I bring 30 + years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions using: Family Systems Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and a variety of individual therapeutic strategies with adults to assist you in finding answers that make sense to you.
Meet Our Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists
Welcome, This probably isn’t the first step you’ve taken on the path towards your own self-actualization. Often, we get really good at getting by and solving the problem on our own. Sometimes we figure it out, and other times we don’t. Or it works for a while, until we hit a new phase. Or maybe, it’s just too difficult to do the dishes when the world is on fire. I see that you’ve been trying, and I see that life is fucking hard. You may not have reached out to someone before now because a safe space wasn't available.
Welcome, This probably isn’t the first step you’ve taken on the path towards your own self-actualization. Often, we get really good at getting by and solving the problem on our own. Sometimes we figure it out, and other times we don’t. Or it works for a while, until we hit a new phase. Or maybe, it’s just too difficult to do the dishes when the world is on fire. I see that you’ve been trying, and I see that life is fucking hard. You may not have reached out to someone before now because a safe space wasn't available.
Any one who is looking to "navigate" life while enduring stressors from home, job, school, relationships, etc., can come to us for help. The world is ever changing but mentally we are not always prepared for what is asked of us which causes people to question themselves and their abilities. We all have self-correcting systems in our bodies, but these systems need more specific information than the body provides alone. Biofeedback allows us to gather this information and instantly display it back to you visually and audibly. You then have the information to help you gain control over your physiological and behavioral responses.
Any one who is looking to "navigate" life while enduring stressors from home, job, school, relationships, etc., can come to us for help. The world is ever changing but mentally we are not always prepared for what is asked of us which causes people to question themselves and their abilities. We all have self-correcting systems in our bodies, but these systems need more specific information than the body provides alone. Biofeedback allows us to gather this information and instantly display it back to you visually and audibly. You then have the information to help you gain control over your physiological and behavioral responses.
Kelly Earp
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, AAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32244
I believe that counseling can excel healing and instill hope in your life. I see individuals that are longing for a better quality of life but unsure of how to get there. My goal is to hold the hope while you do the brave work of coping and healing.
I believe that counseling can excel healing and instill hope in your life. I see individuals that are longing for a better quality of life but unsure of how to get there. My goal is to hold the hope while you do the brave work of coping and healing.
I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger and trauma. The clients I see are willing to self-explore, evaluate, and work towards making adaptions that will positively affect their life. We all need a space to put everything on the table and objectively look at what is getting in the way of us feeling fulfilled and accomplished. Most people want to feel successful but due to family, history, self, and/or social definitions are not able to measure up due to an unrealistic idea. We work together to redefine how we see ourselves and the world around us.
I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger and trauma. The clients I see are willing to self-explore, evaluate, and work towards making adaptions that will positively affect their life. We all need a space to put everything on the table and objectively look at what is getting in the way of us feeling fulfilled and accomplished. Most people want to feel successful but due to family, history, self, and/or social definitions are not able to measure up due to an unrealistic idea. We work together to redefine how we see ourselves and the world around us.
I have experience with helping individuals who have suffered trauma, major life changes/challenges, conflict and other stressors that have negatively impacted their lives. I have a passion for helping others work through past pain so that they can improve their future. My goal for every individual I serve is to help them become their strongest version. I strive to create a safe and healthy space for everyone and meet everyone with compassion. I utilize several evidence-based therapy techniques and even humor at times.
I have experience with helping individuals who have suffered trauma, major life changes/challenges, conflict and other stressors that have negatively impacted their lives. I have a passion for helping others work through past pain so that they can improve their future. My goal for every individual I serve is to help them become their strongest version. I strive to create a safe and healthy space for everyone and meet everyone with compassion. I utilize several evidence-based therapy techniques and even humor at times.
Annie McGuire (Kindland)
Counselor, MA, LMHC, DMCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
What we experience throughout our lifetime impacts how we form relationships, process information, or show up in the world. Expectations, environment, or your inner voice not aligning with what you know or have been told, can influence how you view yourself or others. Do your experiences not align with how you feel? If you struggle with understanding who you are, how you identify, improving your relationships, or even your relationship with your own feelings/behaviors, I can help. I work to assist clients in finding their true, authentic self. My job is to help clients find their own needs and how to obtain them for themselves.
What we experience throughout our lifetime impacts how we form relationships, process information, or show up in the world. Expectations, environment, or your inner voice not aligning with what you know or have been told, can influence how you view yourself or others. Do your experiences not align with how you feel? If you struggle with understanding who you are, how you identify, improving your relationships, or even your relationship with your own feelings/behaviors, I can help. I work to assist clients in finding their true, authentic self. My job is to help clients find their own needs and how to obtain them for themselves.
I build trust with my clients by actively listening to their stories and needs while trying to connect real world examples to their stories. I try to get on the level of my clients so that I'm able to build rapport with them throughout their time with me.
I build trust with my clients by actively listening to their stories and needs while trying to connect real world examples to their stories. I try to get on the level of my clients so that I'm able to build rapport with them throughout their time with me.
Cc Criollo
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI, MSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32257
We have all struggled in life in some way! If you struggle with excessive worry, indecisiveness, overthinking, self-doubt, low self-esteem, you are not alone! Many people are trapped in fear which can show up as anxiety, lack of motivation, depression, reduced immunity, and illness. Fear can paralyze us from living a fulfilling life, achieving our goals and experiencing joy. If you are in the midst of a struggle, I want you to know that whatever it is you’re going through right now is not forever, and change is possible! Allow me to use my years of professional and lived experience to help you gain the skills to reach your goals!
We have all struggled in life in some way! If you struggle with excessive worry, indecisiveness, overthinking, self-doubt, low self-esteem, you are not alone! Many people are trapped in fear which can show up as anxiety, lack of motivation, depression, reduced immunity, and illness. Fear can paralyze us from living a fulfilling life, achieving our goals and experiencing joy. If you are in the midst of a struggle, I want you to know that whatever it is you’re going through right now is not forever, and change is possible! Allow me to use my years of professional and lived experience to help you gain the skills to reach your goals!
Hi there, my name is Lori Kalaaukahi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Zephyrhills, Florida, I offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions for all Florida residents. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, personality disorders, and trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, accelerated resolution therapy, and EMDR therapy to help clients through their challenges in being their true authentic selves. I have experience with helping those in crisis, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, and more.
Hi there, my name is Lori Kalaaukahi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Zephyrhills, Florida, I offer in-person and virtual therapy sessions for all Florida residents. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, personality disorders, and trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, accelerated resolution therapy, and EMDR therapy to help clients through their challenges in being their true authentic selves. I have experience with helping those in crisis, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, and more.
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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.