Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Dallas, TX

My clinical focus is in the areas of eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED), disordered eating, compulsive exercise and body image concerns. I also work with dissociative disorders (DID, OSDD), depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, coping skills, trauma, and PTSD. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults. My goal is to empower you to write the next chapter of your life.

Deciding to go to therapy is not an easy thing to do. Women of color are often told to suck it up, get over it, and be strong. But sometimes, being strong means knowing when to ask for help. Being strong means admitting to ourselves that we can't do it all on our own, and that's okay. Oftentimes, we may not even be able to recognize all the difficult situations we've been through and all the challenges we have come up against. Traumatic experiences in childhood and/or adulthood that we have not had a chance to deal with may now be catching up to us.

Hi there! I'm Ashley. I'm a therapist in Texas offering individual counseling to adults and teens. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed, culturally competent mental health care to clients of all identities. I specialize in treating addiction, trauma, PTSD/complex PTSD, first responder trauma, and dissociative disorders. Often my clients feel stuck in their symptoms, which hold them back from enjoying comfort in their daily lives. These symptoms could include panic attacks, dissociative episodes, feeling disconnected from others, or waves of sadness, all of which can lead to unhealthy self-medication.

My clients would describe me as competent, easy to talk to and compassionate. I am passionate about creating an environment where you can feel safe and heard. Carl Rogers once said, “We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know.” I believe that therapeutic work is most helpful when you can sense that you are working with a therapist who genuinely cares and will listen. From that foundation, there will also be space for you to reflect and receive insight that will aid in meeting your goals.

Trauma disrupts the whole person. It can leave you feeling detached from yourself and disconnected from those around you. With the extensive variety of symptoms trauma leaves in its wake, it’s also common for survivors to feel misunderstood by the rest of society. My goal is to create the space you need to begin feeling safe being you. My passion is for trauma survivors who desire to pursue a life of greater peace, genuineness, and fulfillment. I specialize in working with issues such as Complex PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and dissociative disorders, including Dissociative Identity Disorder.

One thing that I always find most impactful is someone becoming empowered to move towards freedom and healing. If you feel overwhelmed, faced with difficult challenges, distressing experiences, or want to improve your way of life, I am happy to begin a journey with you. I strongly believe that when we are able to grow into having a more positive relationship with ourselves, we are able to reach our goals. My approach in our relationship incorporates of the connection between mind, body, and spirit to foster integrated healing of the whole person.

DBT Group Spots Available July 2023!Many of my clients have experienced a traumatic event(s) such as sexual, physical, or emotional abuse, or neglect. The last ones can be harder to define because invalidation is a common form of emotional neglect that is hard to label. Despite what the trauma is or if it falls into one of those categories exactly, if it affects you, then it matters. Clients come to me with confusion and emotional pain that I help them sift through and connect with in order to heal and return to their new normal version of life. I welcome all clients from all walks of life, races, cultures, genders, and preferences.

Accepting New Clients In-person and Telehealth. At Sauna Therapy, we’re here to work with you so you that you can begin celebrating yourself. We believe in honoring your journey and bearing witness to your experience with radical acceptance and kindness. We hear your pain, your story and believe in your growth. We see you with kind eyes rather than through a judgmental lens. We accept you and all of the explosive and raw vulnerability that you bring into our sessions. We partner with you, knowing that therapy is hard work but you’re more than capable. We want to celebrate you.

I have worked as the lead clinical therapist at an inpatient treatment center for adult women with trauma, as well as an inpatient treatment center with teens focused on behavioral issues. I have also worked with single adults, married couples, and retirees. I have also worked in Intensive outpatient programs for adult men.

I enjoy taking more of a holistic approach and getting to the root causes. Everything we do in life, from the people with whom we surround ourselves to the foods we consume, effects our mental health. Things from our past continue to have a significant impact on us as long as it remains undealt with and tucked away, but life does not have to be this way.

There is no shame in needing some help to get over humps, to work through current issues that may be hindering you from seeing the good things in life, or even to work through years of painful experiences or trauma. We are all human and at many points throughout life need to reach out to someone for help, whether it is from friends, family, or professionals. Reaching out can be difficult and a bit scary, but rest assured you are making the right choice and taking a huge step in the right direction. We will walk through this journey together.

I have years of experience, training, and research in understanding the ways repeated trauma, doubt, and dissociation affect an individual at the core of their identity. My approach is an inquisitive and engaging attempt at identifying the symptoms that make it hard for individuals to connect with themselves.

I specialize in the treatment of trauma related and dissociative disorders. I have been in private practice since 2002. I completed my student and LPC internships with Timberlawn Psychiatric Hospital's Trauma Program, directed by Colin Ross, M.D. from November 1996 through February 1998. My intern work at the trauma program led me to a long-time association with Dr. Ross and a specialization in the treatment of trauma-related disorders including Dissociative Identity Disorder. I was the program director for the inpatient Trauma Treatment Program from 1998-2002.

"It is in relationship that we are broken and in relationship that we are healed." -HarvilIe Hendrix. I work with survivors of complex trauma and trauma-related disorders and strive to meet clients where they are with compassion and authenticity. I believe in the importance of addressing both the cognitive and emotional aspects of the self as well as the influences of trauma and stress on the body. I specialize in collaborating with those seeking relief from family of origin issues, past abuse, relationship difficulty, depression, and experiences of low self-worth.

Struggling to feel safe and secure within yourself or within your relationships? I'm glad you're here. I know these experiences can be exhausting, leaving many feeling lost and pessimistic about the process of healing. This is especially true when the ways we have learned to survive become the source of our current suffering. My approach takes an in-depth look at the root cause of suffering, creating space to be curious about new ways of moving through the world and connecting with the self and others by integrating mind and body. You deserve hope and healing, they are possible. I'm here to connect with you, when you're ready.

You took that first hard step toward change because here you are! Let's take the next steps together. Do you feel like things that have brought you safety and support aren't doing that anymore? Have the people or groups or communities that you've been a part of started to make you feel like you are unsafe? You shouldn't have to feel like this in your relationship. No one should have to feel afraid of the person they love. If you've had recent disruptions in your life, whether in your relationship or in your connection to places of support, I would love to help you regain stable footing.

Welcome! I am Hope Torres MS, LPC, CCTP-II, I am a USAF veteran and prior law enforcement officer. I use my experiences in life, such as child and adulthood traumas, and array of trainings to guide clients to healing and growth. I am here to work for those with traumas, anxiety, PTSD, military (active and veteran), first responders, medical staff, and anyone that has faced difficult times in life that make is hard for them day-to-day. My approach in therapy is based on the needs and experiences of the clients and always contain compassion, patience, guidance, listening, and encouragement of growth.

Welcome to your first step towards helping yourself to live the life you've been wanting. I believe what Carl Rogers once stated "a counselor is not an expert but a mirror for clients to see themselves." A counselor's acceptance and reflection of feelings creates a level of safety for deeper exploration and an opportunity for clients to increase their self-awareness which leads to positive action. I encourage my clients to be mindful of thoughts and feelings. By practicing mindfulness you are able to be focused and centered in your life.

Hello! My name is Antoinette Martinez. I founded Nourish Play Therapy LLC in 2015 to give children, teens, and their families a safe place to move towards social and emotional health and wellness. I combine play therapy with art, mindfulness, EMDR Therapy, and SandPlay to help children understand their thoughts, feelings, impulses, and needs. I also help kiddos discover their strengths and grow in self-control and responsibility. I have experience in treating life changes, trauma, abuse, neglect, self-injurious behaviors, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, adhd, autism spectrum, developmental delays, school adjustment, divorce and separation, and other behavioral concerns.