Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Burlington, ON
Now Accepting New Clients For In Person and Online Therapy, with No Wait List! We understand that when sad, bad or stressful events happen throughout your life (no matter how BIG or how SMALL!), it can change how you see yourself, other people and the world around you. When you go looking for help it can be hard to know where to start, but I'm here to help you start to make the changes you are looking for. Our team is dedicated to offering more than just talk therapy, but are trauma specialists offering evidence based treatment.
Now Accepting New Clients For In Person and Online Therapy, with No Wait List! We understand that when sad, bad or stressful events happen throughout your life (no matter how BIG or how SMALL!), it can change how you see yourself, other people and the world around you. When you go looking for help it can be hard to know where to start, but I'm here to help you start to make the changes you are looking for. Our team is dedicated to offering more than just talk therapy, but are trauma specialists offering evidence based treatment.
Hamilton Trauma Therapy Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RP(Q), RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L
When trauma-informed talk therapy isn't enough, our team is here to help! When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events.
When trauma-informed talk therapy isn't enough, our team is here to help! When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events.
Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
I work with clients who struggle with "regulation difficulties". When your "motor" is running automatically, too fast or too slow, it is very difficult to respond efficiently and thoughtfully. My clients struggle to be present, are unable to respond appropriately in times of stress, and cannot maintain a direction in life. Some of my clients have difficulties such as Complex Trauma, attachment issues, depression, anxiety and ADHD. This can happen to men, women, children and teens. Learning to be regulated can improve one's ability to focus and to learn, to be able to manage one's life and have deep meaningful relationships.
I work with clients who struggle with "regulation difficulties". When your "motor" is running automatically, too fast or too slow, it is very difficult to respond efficiently and thoughtfully. My clients struggle to be present, are unable to respond appropriately in times of stress, and cannot maintain a direction in life. Some of my clients have difficulties such as Complex Trauma, attachment issues, depression, anxiety and ADHD. This can happen to men, women, children and teens. Learning to be regulated can improve one's ability to focus and to learn, to be able to manage one's life and have deep meaningful relationships.
Dr. Lauren Stenason
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a clinical psychologist and work with children, adolescents, and adults providing assessment, therapy, and parenting support. My area of expertise is in working with those impacted by adverse childhood experiences, trauma, grief and loss, emotion regulation, and attachment-related difficulties. My practice is informed by my research, which focuses on promoting the mental health of youth impacted by trauma and ways to equip caregivers with positive trauma-informed parenting strategies.
I’m a clinical psychologist and work with children, adolescents, and adults providing assessment, therapy, and parenting support. My area of expertise is in working with those impacted by adverse childhood experiences, trauma, grief and loss, emotion regulation, and attachment-related difficulties. My practice is informed by my research, which focuses on promoting the mental health of youth impacted by trauma and ways to equip caregivers with positive trauma-informed parenting strategies.
Susan Rumford
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M (Online Only)
My expertise is in relationships and my passion is to see people get their lives in balance so that they can reach their full potential as unique individuals. I work with people in all walks of life to help them clarify and achieve their goals, overcome obstacles, meet new challenges and define where they're going in life. I know that life can be confusing and difficult, so I would like an opportunity to walk with you and coach or counsel you as you navigate your own path in life.
My expertise is in relationships and my passion is to see people get their lives in balance so that they can reach their full potential as unique individuals. I work with people in all walks of life to help them clarify and achieve their goals, overcome obstacles, meet new challenges and define where they're going in life. I know that life can be confusing and difficult, so I would like an opportunity to walk with you and coach or counsel you as you navigate your own path in life.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Currently accepting new clients. Solasta is a modern mental health practice providing assessment, therapy, consultation, and more. Solasta Psychological Services offers support with the latest evidence based approaches that incorporate knowledge from the fields of neuroscience and psychology. We are a neurodiversity-affirmative and trauma informed practice.
Currently accepting new clients. Solasta is a modern mental health practice providing assessment, therapy, consultation, and more. Solasta Psychological Services offers support with the latest evidence based approaches that incorporate knowledge from the fields of neuroscience and psychology. We are a neurodiversity-affirmative and trauma informed practice.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Working from a client-centred approach, I treat children (6+), adolescents and adults for therapy who are experiencing mental health issues, to include; anxiety disorders, low or depressed mood, chronic insomnia and childhood sleep issues. In therapy we will review evidence based ways to look at your thoughts differently to collaboratively assist you through life's difficulties. We can work together to face your fears and take action to become a happier, value-driven you.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Working from a client-centred approach, I treat children (6+), adolescents and adults for therapy who are experiencing mental health issues, to include; anxiety disorders, low or depressed mood, chronic insomnia and childhood sleep issues. In therapy we will review evidence based ways to look at your thoughts differently to collaboratively assist you through life's difficulties. We can work together to face your fears and take action to become a happier, value-driven you.
Dreena Caffrey Clinical Therapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, CYC, CYW , cert
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
My goal is to support clients with finding the direction and solutions they are seeking to the challenges they face. I provide a welcoming space for clients to explore personal uncertainties and learn concrete strategies to accomplish the healing, change, and growth they hope to achieve.My practice is to embrace diversity and a collaborative ,anti-oppressive ,non-judgmental approach . My approach is to work in partnership with clients to restore healthy communication, trust, emotional connection, and intimacy within their lives.
My goal is to support clients with finding the direction and solutions they are seeking to the challenges they face. I provide a welcoming space for clients to explore personal uncertainties and learn concrete strategies to accomplish the healing, change, and growth they hope to achieve.My practice is to embrace diversity and a collaborative ,anti-oppressive ,non-judgmental approach . My approach is to work in partnership with clients to restore healthy communication, trust, emotional connection, and intimacy within their lives.
Lisa O'Donovan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7S
Welcome! I work with a variety of issues including complex trauma, relational trauma, confusing attachment patterns, relationship issues, and self-exploration. Perhaps you feel unknown to yourself or others, like you are not living as your true self. Perhaps boundaries are challenging or you feel stuck in difficult relationship patterns that no longer serve you or that you don't understand. Perhaps you are being drawn to processing past hurts that are impacting the present. I have a special interest in working with childhood experiences, men's therapy, first responders, adult children of alcoholics & dysfunctional family dynamics.
Welcome! I work with a variety of issues including complex trauma, relational trauma, confusing attachment patterns, relationship issues, and self-exploration. Perhaps you feel unknown to yourself or others, like you are not living as your true self. Perhaps boundaries are challenging or you feel stuck in difficult relationship patterns that no longer serve you or that you don't understand. Perhaps you are being drawn to processing past hurts that are impacting the present. I have a special interest in working with childhood experiences, men's therapy, first responders, adult children of alcoholics & dysfunctional family dynamics.
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Tammy Lawless
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
As a trauma focused and trauma-trained therapist, I understand self-regulation, repair of attachment ruptures, understanding complex responses, returning to/or generating a quality of life, identifying true refuge, parts convalescence, and getting your feet back on the ground can be accomplished within the birthplace of safety, co-regulation, compassion, and actual understanding. Whether you require insight into why you may react or behave the way you do in certain situations or relationships, or wish to acquire skills, I’ll seek to create a healing relationship in which it is safe to do so.
As a trauma focused and trauma-trained therapist, I understand self-regulation, repair of attachment ruptures, understanding complex responses, returning to/or generating a quality of life, identifying true refuge, parts convalescence, and getting your feet back on the ground can be accomplished within the birthplace of safety, co-regulation, compassion, and actual understanding. Whether you require insight into why you may react or behave the way you do in certain situations or relationships, or wish to acquire skills, I’ll seek to create a healing relationship in which it is safe to do so.
Dr. Linda Johnston & Associates are Ph. D. level clinical psychologists and counsellors providing clinical psychology and counselling services in Ontario. Dr. Linda Johnston has twenty-nine years of experience providing psychological services. Our multi-disciplinary team of professionals are able to work with a wide range of issues, and provides counseling in several formats for both individuals as well as couples or relationships. We are warm and compassionate, intensely caring therapists and are happy to help you in Burlington including clients from Oakville, Hamilton, Milton, Ancaster and Dundas.
Dr. Linda Johnston & Associates are Ph. D. level clinical psychologists and counsellors providing clinical psychology and counselling services in Ontario. Dr. Linda Johnston has twenty-nine years of experience providing psychological services. Our multi-disciplinary team of professionals are able to work with a wide range of issues, and provides counseling in several formats for both individuals as well as couples or relationships. We are warm and compassionate, intensely caring therapists and are happy to help you in Burlington including clients from Oakville, Hamilton, Milton, Ancaster and Dundas.
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I have held previous positions at Chedoke Hospital, Hamilton Health Sciences. I work with adolescents and adults facing a variety of life challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress and burnout, chronic pain, substance abuse, and a variety of other issues. I offer treatment that is supportive, collaborative and confidential. My services are covered by most extended health plans. I also work with clients who have coverage through an automobile insurer, WSIB, and Veteran's Affairs.
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I have held previous positions at Chedoke Hospital, Hamilton Health Sciences. I work with adolescents and adults facing a variety of life challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress and burnout, chronic pain, substance abuse, and a variety of other issues. I offer treatment that is supportive, collaborative and confidential. My services are covered by most extended health plans. I also work with clients who have coverage through an automobile insurer, WSIB, and Veteran's Affairs.
Renu Kohli
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA(Hon), BEd, MEd, OCT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
Renu Kohli holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership with a specialization in Psychotherapy and Art Therapy from Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. Her academic and clinical journey has equipped her with a profound understanding of mental health issues affecting students, teachers, and families within the educational system. She has a background in Special Education with a deep-rooted commitment to social justice and she is here to help you navigate your emotional terrain. As a dedicated psychotherapist in training, she believes therapy is a collaborative process and is committed to providing a safe and judgment free environment.
Renu Kohli holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership with a specialization in Psychotherapy and Art Therapy from Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. Her academic and clinical journey has equipped her with a profound understanding of mental health issues affecting students, teachers, and families within the educational system. She has a background in Special Education with a deep-rooted commitment to social justice and she is here to help you navigate your emotional terrain. As a dedicated psychotherapist in training, she believes therapy is a collaborative process and is committed to providing a safe and judgment free environment.
Specialize in helping those with any form of mental health Illness and we work with anyone who is seeking a quality of life that is happy and positive. We will put the effort into anyone who is in need.
Specialize in helping those with any form of mental health Illness and we work with anyone who is seeking a quality of life that is happy and positive. We will put the effort into anyone who is in need.
Cathryn Irena Harris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
Waitlist for new clients
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
Stuck? Frustrated? Confused? Feeling hopeless? Or just wanting some encouragement to find an answer that feels just out of reach? Whether it is a relationship problem, a parenting challenge, a bad habit, a negative cycle, or traumatic memories that keeps defeating you, I hope to provide you with a safe place to explore the roots of what is keeping you stuck, and help you find new options and hope through changing how you relate to yourself and others. I believe that emotional freedom, trust, and true intimacy in relationships comes from having good boundaries within ourselves and with others.
Mario Spiler
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CHT, MNLP, CISM
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers and I work with Individuals, Couples and Families. Interventions focus on acute and chronic symptomatic and characterological manifestations of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family conflicts, emotional dysregulation, self or other destructive behaviors, trauma & PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder and crises.
I am a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers and I work with Individuals, Couples and Families. Interventions focus on acute and chronic symptomatic and characterological manifestations of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family conflicts, emotional dysregulation, self or other destructive behaviors, trauma & PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder and crises.
Daniel Farb Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or lost at this point in your life, I will work with you to make sense of your experience in a way that empowers you to find your way forward. You may be having relationship difficulties, feeling generally unhappy or discontent with yourself, or simply struggling to find your place in the world. You may be grappling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or experiencing the effects of trauma. Whether you are finding it hard to cope with recent challenges or have been grappling with your issues for many years, you don't have to go through it alone.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or lost at this point in your life, I will work with you to make sense of your experience in a way that empowers you to find your way forward. You may be having relationship difficulties, feeling generally unhappy or discontent with yourself, or simply struggling to find your place in the world. You may be grappling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or experiencing the effects of trauma. Whether you are finding it hard to cope with recent challenges or have been grappling with your issues for many years, you don't have to go through it alone.
Do you find it is difficult to regulate your emotions? Do you find you lack focus? Are you having a hard time to implement what you know would actually help you? What about problems dwelling in the past? and getting lost in worries about the future? We have helped thousands of people at our clinic to regulate their emotions more effectively, and learn how to live more in the present moment, feeling more at ease and experiencing more authentic joy in their lives. We look forward to helping you as well. Hope to hear from you soon.
Do you find it is difficult to regulate your emotions? Do you find you lack focus? Are you having a hard time to implement what you know would actually help you? What about problems dwelling in the past? and getting lost in worries about the future? We have helped thousands of people at our clinic to regulate their emotions more effectively, and learn how to live more in the present moment, feeling more at ease and experiencing more authentic joy in their lives. We look forward to helping you as well. Hope to hear from you soon.
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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counsellors
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.