Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
Patricia Jean Welch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55414
I help people find their voice and true selves, whose lives have been impacted by trauma and various forms of abuse in their childhood. By engaging in deep meaningful conversation and exploring with art materials in sessions, we can choose to move from survival and reactions to owning and living our lives fully. Much of traumatic experiences reside in the non-verbal part of the brain. The use of creative art therapy allows the individual to express feelings in a visual and sensory way, allowing for a better understanding of the feeling which allows us to find our own buried truths.
I help people find their voice and true selves, whose lives have been impacted by trauma and various forms of abuse in their childhood. By engaging in deep meaningful conversation and exploring with art materials in sessions, we can choose to move from survival and reactions to owning and living our lives fully. Much of traumatic experiences reside in the non-verbal part of the brain. The use of creative art therapy allows the individual to express feelings in a visual and sensory way, allowing for a better understanding of the feeling which allows us to find our own buried truths.
I believe in empowering clients to achieve positive change by fostering their individuality, resilience, and self-awareness. You can expect me to show up as both relational and authentic, while also providing clear structure and direction in the therapeutic process. I've worked in a wide range of mental health settings with over 10 years of clinical experience, and am fully certified in EMDR. I also practice Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and draw upon these approaches to help clients build mindfulness, emotional regulation, and psychological flexibility in preparation for trauma work.
I believe in empowering clients to achieve positive change by fostering their individuality, resilience, and self-awareness. You can expect me to show up as both relational and authentic, while also providing clear structure and direction in the therapeutic process. I've worked in a wide range of mental health settings with over 10 years of clinical experience, and am fully certified in EMDR. I also practice Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and draw upon these approaches to help clients build mindfulness, emotional regulation, and psychological flexibility in preparation for trauma work.
Bee Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Hey There! I'm Bee. I am a quirky, non binary, queer and neurodivergent therapist who has a social justice, existential and feminist lens when it comes to therapy. My focus is on exploring personal identity. What does it mean to be Queer in a heteronormative world? What are your own values versus values imposed by society? I use this lens to work with clients on complex trauma, dissociation and gender identity.
Hey There! I'm Bee. I am a quirky, non binary, queer and neurodivergent therapist who has a social justice, existential and feminist lens when it comes to therapy. My focus is on exploring personal identity. What does it mean to be Queer in a heteronormative world? What are your own values versus values imposed by society? I use this lens to work with clients on complex trauma, dissociation and gender identity.
I love working with clients with complex trauma who feel stuck with therapy. If you're curious whether a different modality might work better, or you're just unsure why therapy hasn't worked for you, I may be a good fit. You may have tried trauma processing and it felt sort of helpful, or maybe it felt so overwhelming that it didn't help at all. Maybe you don't have specific memories to process, and instead have vague, familiar, but overwhelming feelings that keep happening. Maybe mindfulness and grounding feel awful or totally impossible to you. If you're looking for a different approach I would be thrilled to be your therapist.
I love working with clients with complex trauma who feel stuck with therapy. If you're curious whether a different modality might work better, or you're just unsure why therapy hasn't worked for you, I may be a good fit. You may have tried trauma processing and it felt sort of helpful, or maybe it felt so overwhelming that it didn't help at all. Maybe you don't have specific memories to process, and instead have vague, familiar, but overwhelming feelings that keep happening. Maybe mindfulness and grounding feel awful or totally impossible to you. If you're looking for a different approach I would be thrilled to be your therapist.
When you are feeling overwhelmed but aren't sure how things can change, I can help. When you find that you keep making the same mistakes, doing things you promised yourself you would stop, I can help. Behavior changes are more than just applying logic to your situation. If it was only logic, you would have figured it out by now. I focus on how the brain processes experiences. I can provide the space to sort things out and finally change those old patterns.
When you are feeling overwhelmed but aren't sure how things can change, I can help. When you find that you keep making the same mistakes, doing things you promised yourself you would stop, I can help. Behavior changes are more than just applying logic to your situation. If it was only logic, you would have figured it out by now. I focus on how the brain processes experiences. I can provide the space to sort things out and finally change those old patterns.
My ideal client would be open to multiple modalities, willing to get into the nitty-gritty of themselves and their personal experiences, and ready to jump right in! My specialty focus is on Dissociative Identity Disorder and other childhood-trauma based issues, along with all the complications and internal family systems involved. I have also worked extensively in crisis intervention. I enjoy working with individuals who share my love of plants and gardening, making art, poetry and music, books and self discovery! As my client, be ready to dig in the dirt, cuddle up in my hammock, or stretch out on the floor!
My ideal client would be open to multiple modalities, willing to get into the nitty-gritty of themselves and their personal experiences, and ready to jump right in! My specialty focus is on Dissociative Identity Disorder and other childhood-trauma based issues, along with all the complications and internal family systems involved. I have also worked extensively in crisis intervention. I enjoy working with individuals who share my love of plants and gardening, making art, poetry and music, books and self discovery! As my client, be ready to dig in the dirt, cuddle up in my hammock, or stretch out on the floor!
I work from an integral perspective and understand human experience within a developmental framework that includes inner and outer experience, varying levels of ego or self organization, and personal as well as transpersonal experience. My work is informed by the idea that while suffering is a part of the human experience, so is healing, growth, transformation.
I work from an integral perspective and understand human experience within a developmental framework that includes inner and outer experience, varying levels of ego or self organization, and personal as well as transpersonal experience. My work is informed by the idea that while suffering is a part of the human experience, so is healing, growth, transformation.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Kei Skeide
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships, struggling with communication, and unsure how to improve it, even after trying self-help resources or therapy? I can help you go beyond surface-level fixes. Together, we’ll dive into the core of your communication patterns, uncovering what’s holding you back and making those hard conversations feel less daunting. My approach focuses on building resilience and navigating discomfort in a way that strengthens your connection. Through a blend of skill-building and narrative work, you’ll learn to communicate more effectively and create more fulfilling, thriving relationships.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships, struggling with communication, and unsure how to improve it, even after trying self-help resources or therapy? I can help you go beyond surface-level fixes. Together, we’ll dive into the core of your communication patterns, uncovering what’s holding you back and making those hard conversations feel less daunting. My approach focuses on building resilience and navigating discomfort in a way that strengthens your connection. Through a blend of skill-building and narrative work, you’ll learn to communicate more effectively and create more fulfilling, thriving relationships.
Life, am I right? We can't do it alone. I work with people just like you; People seeking support to find their voice, set better boundaries, have compassion for themselves, heal trauma, or challenge self defeating patterns. I have extensive experience (12+ years) working with a variety of concerns ranging from life phases, self esteem, anxiety, depression to PTSD, Interpersonal Violence and sexual violence. My goal in therapy is to create a safe, collaborative space, where we can work together to address ALL parts of self - allowing you to feel more whole and in control of your own life/emotions and relationships.
Life, am I right? We can't do it alone. I work with people just like you; People seeking support to find their voice, set better boundaries, have compassion for themselves, heal trauma, or challenge self defeating patterns. I have extensive experience (12+ years) working with a variety of concerns ranging from life phases, self esteem, anxiety, depression to PTSD, Interpersonal Violence and sexual violence. My goal in therapy is to create a safe, collaborative space, where we can work together to address ALL parts of self - allowing you to feel more whole and in control of your own life/emotions and relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with extensive experience working with couples, families, adolescents and individuals. I have expertise working with family conflict, DUI related issues, sexuality, sexual behavior problems, addictions, and crisis intervention. Other areas of interest and experience include family conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with extensive experience working with couples, families, adolescents and individuals. I have expertise working with family conflict, DUI related issues, sexuality, sexual behavior problems, addictions, and crisis intervention. Other areas of interest and experience include family conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities and parenting issues.
Meet Our Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists
Hi! I’m an inter-section theorist. I’m a mixed race person. I come from a social justice lens and work from a diversity, race, cultural and also non-binary foundation. I work with all ages, individuals, families and couples. I treat anxiety & depression, behavior/defiance issues, offer parenting support, holistic health, nutrition planning, eating disorders, chemical dependency, intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues, and personality disorders. I have experience in attachment/adoption and autism in women. I have an efficient, compassionate approach and sense of humor. I’m passionate and interested in your story.
Hi! I’m an inter-section theorist. I’m a mixed race person. I come from a social justice lens and work from a diversity, race, cultural and also non-binary foundation. I work with all ages, individuals, families and couples. I treat anxiety & depression, behavior/defiance issues, offer parenting support, holistic health, nutrition planning, eating disorders, chemical dependency, intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues, and personality disorders. I have experience in attachment/adoption and autism in women. I have an efficient, compassionate approach and sense of humor. I’m passionate and interested in your story.
My name is Amanda Kalisz and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over ten years of experience. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who are juggling work, kids, relationships, and finding time to also care for themselves. This often causes depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, and overwhelming feelings.
My name is Amanda Kalisz and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over ten years of experience. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who are juggling work, kids, relationships, and finding time to also care for themselves. This often causes depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, and overwhelming feelings.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2007 in a variety of situations and with a variety of people. From anxiety to depression, to personality disorder or trauma, I have had the honor of working with clients to find more health and wholeness. I am also able to incorporate faith into sessions if a client would request that.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2007 in a variety of situations and with a variety of people. From anxiety to depression, to personality disorder or trauma, I have had the honor of working with clients to find more health and wholeness. I am also able to incorporate faith into sessions if a client would request that.
Serena Marez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
You’ve been holding it together for so long—pushing through the stress, the overwhelm, the exhaustion. On the outside, you seem fine, but inside, the anxiety, self-doubt, and pressure to keep going never stop. You might find yourself reacting to life rather than responding, and would do anything to change generational patterns so your children don’t inherit the same struggles. You don’t have to keep doing this alone. I specialize in helping individuals like you reclaim a sense of peace, confidence, and balance. You deserve to feel at ease in your own life.
You’ve been holding it together for so long—pushing through the stress, the overwhelm, the exhaustion. On the outside, you seem fine, but inside, the anxiety, self-doubt, and pressure to keep going never stop. You might find yourself reacting to life rather than responding, and would do anything to change generational patterns so your children don’t inherit the same struggles. You don’t have to keep doing this alone. I specialize in helping individuals like you reclaim a sense of peace, confidence, and balance. You deserve to feel at ease in your own life.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. A common reason for beginning therapy is that some aspect of life does not feel as though it is working leaving you feeling frustrated, anxious, or unfulfilled. I enjoy working with people who have had successes in life, yet struggle to maintain happiness, energy, and a positive self-view. We work together to identify problems, both current and past, and new ways of working through them. I focus on the whole person in order to help people live their life in a way that feels whole, integrated, and satisfying.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. A common reason for beginning therapy is that some aspect of life does not feel as though it is working leaving you feeling frustrated, anxious, or unfulfilled. I enjoy working with people who have had successes in life, yet struggle to maintain happiness, energy, and a positive self-view. We work together to identify problems, both current and past, and new ways of working through them. I focus on the whole person in order to help people live their life in a way that feels whole, integrated, and satisfying.
Kimberly Sersland Brady
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LP, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55409
A collaborative perspective is important. Working together toward developing a good rapport and trust is needed in therapy. My style and approach includes warmth, sensitivity, honesty and humor, laughing is healing. Change comes with being understood, listened to and feeling heard. Healing starts with courage and wisdom and coming to therapy is a big step. Everyone's journey to healing is different, therefore I do my best to tailor treatment to fit your needs. Therapy works best when it engages the whole person, body, mind, emotions and spirit to assist in reaching the best outcome. Can't wait to meet you and find out what you need.
A collaborative perspective is important. Working together toward developing a good rapport and trust is needed in therapy. My style and approach includes warmth, sensitivity, honesty and humor, laughing is healing. Change comes with being understood, listened to and feeling heard. Healing starts with courage and wisdom and coming to therapy is a big step. Everyone's journey to healing is different, therefore I do my best to tailor treatment to fit your needs. Therapy works best when it engages the whole person, body, mind, emotions and spirit to assist in reaching the best outcome. Can't wait to meet you and find out what you need.
Heather Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
So often in life we think the key to finding happiness exists in something outside of ourselves. We change jobs, partners, friends and cities only to find ourselves exactly as we were, living with the same problems and patterns, and ultimately in the same self-imposed prisons. As children, we intuitively develop adaptive solutions to maladaptive situations that enable us to protect our hearts and minds. Unbeknownst to our consciousness, these self-deceptions no longer protect us, but in fact compromise our capacity for growth.
So often in life we think the key to finding happiness exists in something outside of ourselves. We change jobs, partners, friends and cities only to find ourselves exactly as we were, living with the same problems and patterns, and ultimately in the same self-imposed prisons. As children, we intuitively develop adaptive solutions to maladaptive situations that enable us to protect our hearts and minds. Unbeknownst to our consciousness, these self-deceptions no longer protect us, but in fact compromise our capacity for growth.
Immediate openings for new clients. I lead with warmth, compassion, and curiosity and take a flexible approach with each individual I meet, seeking to find the best way of supporting you in achieving your unique goals. I have experience working with a wide array of mental health concerns including depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach to therapy is integrative and is primarily grounded in psychodynamic, person-centered, narrative, and existential therapy.
Immediate openings for new clients. I lead with warmth, compassion, and curiosity and take a flexible approach with each individual I meet, seeking to find the best way of supporting you in achieving your unique goals. I have experience working with a wide array of mental health concerns including depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach to therapy is integrative and is primarily grounded in psychodynamic, person-centered, narrative, and existential therapy.
I currently work with individuals, partners, and families. My area of passion and expertise is gender and sexuality. I also view therapy and self-care as an act of resistance and believe it can help individuals with marginalized identities cope with minority stress and systemic oppression. I am currently seeing clients virtually if you live in MN. I work with almost all mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, panic disorders, PTSD/CPTSD, bipolar, personality disorders, DID, and schizophrenia/delusional disorders. I also have specialized experience in substance use and eating disorders.
I currently work with individuals, partners, and families. My area of passion and expertise is gender and sexuality. I also view therapy and self-care as an act of resistance and believe it can help individuals with marginalized identities cope with minority stress and systemic oppression. I am currently seeing clients virtually if you live in MN. I work with almost all mental health diagnoses including anxiety, depression, panic disorders, PTSD/CPTSD, bipolar, personality disorders, DID, and schizophrenia/delusional disorders. I also have specialized experience in substance use and eating disorders.
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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.