Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Frederick, MD
Maybe you’ve spent so much of your life surviving that survival has become your normal. Our clients often come to us carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, DID/OSDD, dissociation, attachment, identity, self-love, belonging or simply the exhaustion of holding everything together. At My Sanctuary, we welcome clients who want a space where they can finally put some of that weight down and are searching for a safe space to exist and share their story. Together, we work to understand not just what you’re experiencing, but what happened along the way-and help you move toward a life that feels safer, more connected, and authentically yours.
Maybe you’ve spent so much of your life surviving that survival has become your normal. Our clients often come to us carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, DID/OSDD, dissociation, attachment, identity, self-love, belonging or simply the exhaustion of holding everything together. At My Sanctuary, we welcome clients who want a space where they can finally put some of that weight down and are searching for a safe space to exist and share their story. Together, we work to understand not just what you’re experiencing, but what happened along the way-and help you move toward a life that feels safer, more connected, and authentically yours.
My ideal client is someone motivated to make meaningful changes in their life. You may be navigating grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Whether you are a parent seeking help for your child, or a teen or adult seeking support, I will welcome you with empathy and respect, keeping an open mind and adapting my methods so you feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout your journey. I provide individual, family, and group therapy at Advanced Behavioral Health.
My ideal client is someone motivated to make meaningful changes in their life. You may be navigating grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Whether you are a parent seeking help for your child, or a teen or adult seeking support, I will welcome you with empathy and respect, keeping an open mind and adapting my methods so you feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout your journey. I provide individual, family, and group therapy at Advanced Behavioral Health.
Welcome to my little corner of Psychology Today! Do you ever feel a lack of control over your own self? My work focuses on supporting people navigating medical trauma, chronic illness and chronic pain, DID and other dissociative disorders, and debilitating chronic anxiety. As a queer therapist, I also hold space for those exploring or living within LGBTQ+ identities.
I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience with medical trauma, chronic illness, dissociation, and debilitating anxiety disorders. I understand how overwhelming, isolating, and confusing these
Welcome to my little corner of Psychology Today! Do you ever feel a lack of control over your own self? My work focuses on supporting people navigating medical trauma, chronic illness and chronic pain, DID and other dissociative disorders, and debilitating chronic anxiety. As a queer therapist, I also hold space for those exploring or living within LGBTQ+ identities.
I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience with medical trauma, chronic illness, dissociation, and debilitating anxiety disorders. I understand how overwhelming, isolating, and confusing these
Liz Rzepkowski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
Liz (She/her) is a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who has many years of experience working in the mental health field including in-patient hospitalization, school-based settings and outpatient. Liz enjoys working with multiple populations including children, adolescents and adults in a person-centered and attachment-based approach.
Liz is EMDR certified and is open to EMDR Intensives. Intensives are not covered by insurance. We do not offer a payment plan for intensives due to the time involved, prepayment is required in advance of scheduling the intensive. The intensives are scheduled over 2 days of 3 hour.
Liz (She/her) is a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who has many years of experience working in the mental health field including in-patient hospitalization, school-based settings and outpatient. Liz enjoys working with multiple populations including children, adolescents and adults in a person-centered and attachment-based approach.
Liz is EMDR certified and is open to EMDR Intensives. Intensives are not covered by insurance. We do not offer a payment plan for intensives due to the time involved, prepayment is required in advance of scheduling the intensive. The intensives are scheduled over 2 days of 3 hour.
I have been in private practice since 2005. I see patients with a wide range of concerns and struggles, and I specialize in treating eating disorders, trauma, and related issues in adults and teens. I understand that it can be difficult to seek help; therefore, I highly value establishing safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship, and allowing each patient a unique path to health and healing. I also work to collaborate with a treatment team, such as physicians and dietitians, when physical or medical issues need to be addressed.
I have been in private practice since 2005. I see patients with a wide range of concerns and struggles, and I specialize in treating eating disorders, trauma, and related issues in adults and teens. I understand that it can be difficult to seek help; therefore, I highly value establishing safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship, and allowing each patient a unique path to health and healing. I also work to collaborate with a treatment team, such as physicians and dietitians, when physical or medical issues need to be addressed.
Holistic Hope and Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC, LCADC, CIMHP
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21702
I believe that working with the whole person - body, mind, spirit- is essential for finding stability and peace. Improving brain health is foundational to processing the past, learning and accessing coping skills. In our work together we will discuss the role of metabolic health and underlying conditions to mental health symptoms, and will rely on cognitive-behavioral, lifestyle and relational therapies to facilitate healing and recovery. The ideal client for my practice is someone wanting a natural, holistic and practical approach to mental health that is short term, goal-directed and complements your current therapy.
I believe that working with the whole person - body, mind, spirit- is essential for finding stability and peace. Improving brain health is foundational to processing the past, learning and accessing coping skills. In our work together we will discuss the role of metabolic health and underlying conditions to mental health symptoms, and will rely on cognitive-behavioral, lifestyle and relational therapies to facilitate healing and recovery. The ideal client for my practice is someone wanting a natural, holistic and practical approach to mental health that is short term, goal-directed and complements your current therapy.
Dante Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) with in-depth experience in crisis management, individual, family, and group therapy. I am trained in Trauma- Focused CBT and EMDR both evidenced based practices that have been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma. With intensive training in Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based interventions, I effectively treat mood instability, behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, and managing difficult life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) with in-depth experience in crisis management, individual, family, and group therapy. I am trained in Trauma- Focused CBT and EMDR both evidenced based practices that have been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma. With intensive training in Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based interventions, I effectively treat mood instability, behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, and managing difficult life transitions.
I have specific interest in treating troubled adolescents, adults, famililies and couple's. I have a wealth of experience relating to anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, depression, trauma work, mood disorders, survivors of abuse/neglect and much more. The ideal client would be one who is motivated to explore self process in efforts to help propel themselves forward to a more fulfilling way of being. I also work with parents for parent coaching.
I have specific interest in treating troubled adolescents, adults, famililies and couple's. I have a wealth of experience relating to anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, depression, trauma work, mood disorders, survivors of abuse/neglect and much more. The ideal client would be one who is motivated to explore self process in efforts to help propel themselves forward to a more fulfilling way of being. I also work with parents for parent coaching.
In our session, I will help you explore your feelings, examine patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, and identify other destructive inhibitions that are creating challenges for you. We will use a holistic treatment approach that will identify your strengths, areas of needed growth, and overall promotes your well being. By teaching tools for coping and change tailored to each individual in an environment of compassion and support, I have helped individuals and families to find a balance and move forward when life challenges arise.
In our session, I will help you explore your feelings, examine patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, and identify other destructive inhibitions that are creating challenges for you. We will use a holistic treatment approach that will identify your strengths, areas of needed growth, and overall promotes your well being. By teaching tools for coping and change tailored to each individual in an environment of compassion and support, I have helped individuals and families to find a balance and move forward when life challenges arise.
Congratulations on seeking help! You have taken your first step on what may be a long but rewarding journey of healing and self-discovery. It takes real courage to face what may be overwhelming fear, despair and self-blame. But you don't have to struggle with the burden of hopelessness alone. Others that suffered in similar ways have gotten help even when therapy has not worked in the past. Whether one struggles with stress, relationship difficulties or crippling self-doubt, therapy is used to identify barriers and cultivate tools that bring fresh perspective and resources to address the problem at hand. Tele-therapy available.
Congratulations on seeking help! You have taken your first step on what may be a long but rewarding journey of healing and self-discovery. It takes real courage to face what may be overwhelming fear, despair and self-blame. But you don't have to struggle with the burden of hopelessness alone. Others that suffered in similar ways have gotten help even when therapy has not worked in the past. Whether one struggles with stress, relationship difficulties or crippling self-doubt, therapy is used to identify barriers and cultivate tools that bring fresh perspective and resources to address the problem at hand. Tele-therapy available.
Jules Roxanne Webb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
Nothing in your internal system is random. Even the parts of yourself that you hate have an important job to do.
I work with adults and teens who feel stuck in themselves, especially those with trauma, dissociation, or complex inner worlds. Many of my clients are LGBTQ+ or have learned to shape-shift or stay hyper-aware just to stay safe. You might feel like you’re too much, not enough, or constantly switching between the two. Together, we focus on understanding how your system works and building more stability, connection, and choice, while learning to tolerate uncertainty, without trying to force a change that won't stick.
Nothing in your internal system is random. Even the parts of yourself that you hate have an important job to do.
I work with adults and teens who feel stuck in themselves, especially those with trauma, dissociation, or complex inner worlds. Many of my clients are LGBTQ+ or have learned to shape-shift or stay hyper-aware just to stay safe. You might feel like you’re too much, not enough, or constantly switching between the two. Together, we focus on understanding how your system works and building more stability, connection, and choice, while learning to tolerate uncertainty, without trying to force a change that won't stick.
As a kinky, non-binary, neurodivergent, and polyamorous human I understand the difficulty in finding a clinician who understands you and respects your lived experience. As a therapist, I create a therapeutic space that is intersectional, sacred, and honoring of the innate knowledge and ability to heal that we hold in our bodies. I operate from an anti-capitalist and anti-colonial framework and utilize neuroscience and attachment science to help clients understand the effects of oppression and trauma on our minds and bodies in order to heal and build a pleasurable life.
As a kinky, non-binary, neurodivergent, and polyamorous human I understand the difficulty in finding a clinician who understands you and respects your lived experience. As a therapist, I create a therapeutic space that is intersectional, sacred, and honoring of the innate knowledge and ability to heal that we hold in our bodies. I operate from an anti-capitalist and anti-colonial framework and utilize neuroscience and attachment science to help clients understand the effects of oppression and trauma on our minds and bodies in order to heal and build a pleasurable life.
Autumn Brennan Coaching Counseling Consultation
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Online Only
Are you a driven individual who knows exactly where you should be intellectually, but finds yourself struggling to perform at that level? Often, blocks around performance can lead to deep frustration, burnout, anxiety, depression, & feeling out of control. Relational issues & constant self criticism keep you from managing the gap between your potential & your current reality. I am Autumn Brennan, LCPC, & I help individuals parents & couples break through these barriers. With 20 years specializing in trauma neurodivergence & family systems, my roles as a Clinical Director Supervisor & Counselor Educator inform my systemic approach.
Are you a driven individual who knows exactly where you should be intellectually, but finds yourself struggling to perform at that level? Often, blocks around performance can lead to deep frustration, burnout, anxiety, depression, & feeling out of control. Relational issues & constant self criticism keep you from managing the gap between your potential & your current reality. I am Autumn Brennan, LCPC, & I help individuals parents & couples break through these barriers. With 20 years specializing in trauma neurodivergence & family systems, my roles as a Clinical Director Supervisor & Counselor Educator inform my systemic approach.
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
Hello, I’m Ben! Do you often struggle with self-esteem, motivation, or feeling down? Do you question why you struggle mentally or blame yourself for excessive worry? I have a passion for working with people to help them discover the source of their struggles and take action to overcome them. I am known for my patient and supportive nature, having a knack for helping folks open up and putting the pieces of their story together. I work with adults and teens who are suffering from a variety of complications associated with trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), adoption, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, bullying, and grief.
Hello, I’m Ben! Do you often struggle with self-esteem, motivation, or feeling down? Do you question why you struggle mentally or blame yourself for excessive worry? I have a passion for working with people to help them discover the source of their struggles and take action to overcome them. I am known for my patient and supportive nature, having a knack for helping folks open up and putting the pieces of their story together. I work with adults and teens who are suffering from a variety of complications associated with trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), adoption, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, bullying, and grief.
Mindful Haven Therapy Laura Valdes-Borsum,
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21703
What Can I Help You With?
When the weight of past trauma, deep-seated anxiety, or emotional exhaustion makes daily life feel like a constant battle against your nervous system, you aren't just tired—you're stuck. If you are struggling with panic attacks, depression, eating disorders, grief, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, or sexual identity issues, you deserve a safe space. Fluent in Spanish, I offer compassionate clinical care for individuals, couples, and families navigating adjustment challenges or end-of-life transitioning. Let's create an authentic sanctuary for your journey.
What Can I Help You With?
When the weight of past trauma, deep-seated anxiety, or emotional exhaustion makes daily life feel like a constant battle against your nervous system, you aren't just tired—you're stuck. If you are struggling with panic attacks, depression, eating disorders, grief, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, or sexual identity issues, you deserve a safe space. Fluent in Spanish, I offer compassionate clinical care for individuals, couples, and families navigating adjustment challenges or end-of-life transitioning. Let's create an authentic sanctuary for your journey.
Kate MacShane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW-C
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
I am the founder and clinical director of the Maryland Center for Gender and Intimacy. As a psychotherapist, I specialize in gender, sex, and affirming treatment of LGBTQIA2+ people. I provide compassionate, skilled therapy to clients seeking to heal, connect with their authentic selves, and strengthen relationships. I support gender-diverse individuals as they pursue gender congruence. I help families to better understand their transgender loved ones and navigate gender transition together. I also provide free assessments to those seeking letters of support for gender-affirming medical care.
I am the founder and clinical director of the Maryland Center for Gender and Intimacy. As a psychotherapist, I specialize in gender, sex, and affirming treatment of LGBTQIA2+ people. I provide compassionate, skilled therapy to clients seeking to heal, connect with their authentic selves, and strengthen relationships. I support gender-diverse individuals as they pursue gender congruence. I help families to better understand their transgender loved ones and navigate gender transition together. I also provide free assessments to those seeking letters of support for gender-affirming medical care.
If you have trauma and experience PTSD symptoms such as hypervigilance, feelings of emptiness, hopelessness and/or abandonment, nightmares, flashbacks, dissociation and ongoing anxiety, fear and depression, please reach out to me. I specialize exclusively in trauma therapies (such as EMDR and Brainspotting) that reset the fight-or-flight response in the brain and reduce symptoms. I also specialize in working with psychedelic therapies (ketamine and plant medicine integration) for whole person healing - body, mind and spirit. Utilizing psychedelic medicines are not required to work with me, however.
If you have trauma and experience PTSD symptoms such as hypervigilance, feelings of emptiness, hopelessness and/or abandonment, nightmares, flashbacks, dissociation and ongoing anxiety, fear and depression, please reach out to me. I specialize exclusively in trauma therapies (such as EMDR and Brainspotting) that reset the fight-or-flight response in the brain and reduce symptoms. I also specialize in working with psychedelic therapies (ketamine and plant medicine integration) for whole person healing - body, mind and spirit. Utilizing psychedelic medicines are not required to work with me, however.
I know that growth and change aren’t always easy, and I’m so glad you’ve taken this first step by reaching out for support. I believe therapy is most effective when it’s built on a genuine, compassionate relationship, and I love working with individuals who are ready to take an active role in their healing journey.
Even if you’re struggling to recognize your worth right now or feel uncertain about your purpose, I believe every person has the capacity for healing, growth, and meaningful change.
I know that growth and change aren’t always easy, and I’m so glad you’ve taken this first step by reaching out for support. I believe therapy is most effective when it’s built on a genuine, compassionate relationship, and I love working with individuals who are ready to take an active role in their healing journey.
Even if you’re struggling to recognize your worth right now or feel uncertain about your purpose, I believe every person has the capacity for healing, growth, and meaningful change.
You've found yourself here because you're not feeling your best and want a change. Maybe you’re confused by emotions that come out of nowhere. You feel stuck in survival mode and everything in life feels urgent, all the time. Alternatively, you’re just going through the motions of life and not sure how to break free. Many of the people I've worked with have felt they had to ignore their own needs, stay constantly on alert, or out-do themselves for others. You may be left wondering, "Is this just who I am as a person, or is there more to life than getting everything done?" This is the little spark that’s gotten you here. Welcome!
You've found yourself here because you're not feeling your best and want a change. Maybe you’re confused by emotions that come out of nowhere. You feel stuck in survival mode and everything in life feels urgent, all the time. Alternatively, you’re just going through the motions of life and not sure how to break free. Many of the people I've worked with have felt they had to ignore their own needs, stay constantly on alert, or out-do themselves for others. You may be left wondering, "Is this just who I am as a person, or is there more to life than getting everything done?" This is the little spark that’s gotten you here. Welcome!
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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.