Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Vaughan, ON
Anna Skomorovskaia
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RD, CDE
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
Have you experienced one or more traumatic events, or been diagnosed with PTSD? Are you struggling with past traumas, anxiety, panic or phobias, eating disorders, or dealing with chronic pain, IBS? I am here to support you. Life can throw some tough challenges our way, but you don't have to face them alone. Difficult experiences in your past, or mental health struggles in the present, don't have to dictate your future. You can recover from mental health challenges. I am certified clinical trauma specialist and certified EMDR therapist, I offer mind body therapy using EMDR, Brainspotting, and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR).
Have you experienced one or more traumatic events, or been diagnosed with PTSD? Are you struggling with past traumas, anxiety, panic or phobias, eating disorders, or dealing with chronic pain, IBS? I am here to support you. Life can throw some tough challenges our way, but you don't have to face them alone. Difficult experiences in your past, or mental health struggles in the present, don't have to dictate your future. You can recover from mental health challenges. I am certified clinical trauma specialist and certified EMDR therapist, I offer mind body therapy using EMDR, Brainspotting, and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR).
Orlando Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4L (Online Only)
Thank you for visiting my profile. Throughout my 35-plus years as a licensed social work professional, I help people understand and cope with personal challenges using therapeutic approaches that include mental health exercises. My aim is to keep clients engaged between sessions as we work toward their goals. I consider therapeutic relationships a privilege and honor to be trusted to help. You will be the one making decisions about your objectives and how to attain them; I can be your guide to help you along the way. If you have any questions about my methods or would like to schedule a consultation, please get in touch today.
Thank you for visiting my profile. Throughout my 35-plus years as a licensed social work professional, I help people understand and cope with personal challenges using therapeutic approaches that include mental health exercises. My aim is to keep clients engaged between sessions as we work toward their goals. I consider therapeutic relationships a privilege and honor to be trusted to help. You will be the one making decisions about your objectives and how to attain them; I can be your guide to help you along the way. If you have any questions about my methods or would like to schedule a consultation, please get in touch today.
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it may become increasingly difficult to navigate day to day life. I ensure a safe space is cultivated by taking a person-centered approach; ensuring cultivation of a safe space through kindness, openness, empathy, and compassion. My greatest passion as a Clinician is to show how there is uniqueness and restoration in one's story, one's pain and collection of struggles.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it may become increasingly difficult to navigate day to day life. I ensure a safe space is cultivated by taking a person-centered approach; ensuring cultivation of a safe space through kindness, openness, empathy, and compassion. My greatest passion as a Clinician is to show how there is uniqueness and restoration in one's story, one's pain and collection of struggles.
Alexandra Rossi
Registered Social Worker, BA, HBSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4H (Online Only)
Alexandra is a clinical social worker who has worked across multiple hospitals in Toronto and the GTA. Alexandra has worked as a crisis intervention specialist in emergency departments as well as a therapist in outpatient mental health departments. Her genuine passion in providing client centred therapy is apparent. Alexandra exudes empathy and compassion when supporting clients to achieve mental wellness.
Alexandra is a clinical social worker who has worked across multiple hospitals in Toronto and the GTA. Alexandra has worked as a crisis intervention specialist in emergency departments as well as a therapist in outpatient mental health departments. Her genuine passion in providing client centred therapy is apparent. Alexandra exudes empathy and compassion when supporting clients to achieve mental wellness.
Often when we experience difficulties in life we can feel stuck. We may spend our time and energy ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading us to miss the present moment. "The past is finished. Learn from it and let it go.The future is not here yet. Plan for it, but do not waste your time worrying about it.Worrying is worthless"(Brian L. Weiss).I'm passionate about my work and will work to help you tackle life's challenges that fit your lifestyle and goals for therapeutic change. By creating a safe, warm and welcoming environment as the foundation to help create change and help prevent later suffering/hardship
Often when we experience difficulties in life we can feel stuck. We may spend our time and energy ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading us to miss the present moment. "The past is finished. Learn from it and let it go.The future is not here yet. Plan for it, but do not waste your time worrying about it.Worrying is worthless"(Brian L. Weiss).I'm passionate about my work and will work to help you tackle life's challenges that fit your lifestyle and goals for therapeutic change. By creating a safe, warm and welcoming environment as the foundation to help create change and help prevent later suffering/hardship
Svitlana Chechel | Trauma | Emdr | Cptsd
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
Welcome! I understand the complexity of mind-body connections in healing. With collaborative efforts, we tackle accumulated trauma and various mental health challenges using somatic, behavioural, and cognitive techniques. In addition, I prioritize equipping individuals with diverse tools to deal with everyday/daily challenges. If you aim to tackle underlying issues rather than merely treating symptoms, then you're in the right place.
Welcome! I understand the complexity of mind-body connections in healing. With collaborative efforts, we tackle accumulated trauma and various mental health challenges using somatic, behavioural, and cognitive techniques. In addition, I prioritize equipping individuals with diverse tools to deal with everyday/daily challenges. If you aim to tackle underlying issues rather than merely treating symptoms, then you're in the right place.
Faith Alexa Balshin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J
I am very passionate about addressing my clients’ unique experiences, and I provide client-centred therapy to help you get to where you want to be, however that may look. I have had considerable experience working with clients in rehabilitation settings, educating youth, adolescents, young adults, adults and their families who have had anxiety and/or other mental health challenges. I have also worked with older adults as they have progressed through rehabilitation. I have supported individuals throughout treatment, as my positivity and active listening helps clients tackle their concerns.
I am very passionate about addressing my clients’ unique experiences, and I provide client-centred therapy to help you get to where you want to be, however that may look. I have had considerable experience working with clients in rehabilitation settings, educating youth, adolescents, young adults, adults and their families who have had anxiety and/or other mental health challenges. I have also worked with older adults as they have progressed through rehabilitation. I have supported individuals throughout treatment, as my positivity and active listening helps clients tackle their concerns.
Centre for Mind Body Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K (Online Only)
We understand that deep healing often requires more than traditional talk therapy. Our integrative approach supports individuals, couples, and families facing issues like PTSD & trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, relationship distress, child and adolescent issues, neurodivergence, grief & loss, illness & chronic pain, school & career stress, loss of purpose & more. Our evidence-based therapies help you process & resolve your experiences on a deep emotional, psychological, physical, and interpersonal level, fostering lasting change and connection.
We understand that deep healing often requires more than traditional talk therapy. Our integrative approach supports individuals, couples, and families facing issues like PTSD & trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, relationship distress, child and adolescent issues, neurodivergence, grief & loss, illness & chronic pain, school & career stress, loss of purpose & more. Our evidence-based therapies help you process & resolve your experiences on a deep emotional, psychological, physical, and interpersonal level, fostering lasting change and connection.
Your Story Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
Hi I'm Judy, Director at Your Story Counselling (YSC). At YSC, we understand that life can be stressful, it's easy to become disconnected from ourselves and those we love. Our goal is to help you find what you need in order to create the pathways towards your own desired journey in life. When we open ourselves up to our vulnerabilities, we open ourselves up to our full potential. We believe that all of us have the strength within ourselves to overcome and forge ahead with our own preferred way of life, love, and happiness. We all can use some help and support from time to time.
Hi I'm Judy, Director at Your Story Counselling (YSC). At YSC, we understand that life can be stressful, it's easy to become disconnected from ourselves and those we love. Our goal is to help you find what you need in order to create the pathways towards your own desired journey in life. When we open ourselves up to our vulnerabilities, we open ourselves up to our full potential. We believe that all of us have the strength within ourselves to overcome and forge ahead with our own preferred way of life, love, and happiness. We all can use some help and support from time to time.
Hila Reshef
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L6A
I believe that we all have the capacity for personal growth and change. I align with a humanistic approach to healing – that we are striving toward more fulfilling lives. I believe that we have within ourselves a treasure trove of resources that can help us grow. I aim to help you build resilience, inner strength, and self-compassion, while also guiding you towards a more fulfilling life. It is important to me that you feel heard, respected and worthy.
I believe that we all have the capacity for personal growth and change. I align with a humanistic approach to healing – that we are striving toward more fulfilling lives. I believe that we have within ourselves a treasure trove of resources that can help us grow. I aim to help you build resilience, inner strength, and self-compassion, while also guiding you towards a more fulfilling life. It is important to me that you feel heard, respected and worthy.
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Linda Thai
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K (Online Only)
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
I would like to support you with your life challenges, stressors, depression and anxiety. I want to help you reach your goals effectively through warm and empathic interaction. I can provide a warm space if you are looking for a caring and empathic therapist. As an affirmative therapist, I also work with BIPOC and LGBTQ populations, with extensive training in couples work. I facilitate non-judgementally and can walk us through collaborative and effective approaches. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Autism and Neurodiversity and specialize in Brainspotting Trauma therapy. I want to understand your lived experiences.
Life comes with its ups and downs, and at times it can be difficult to process and cope with our thoughts and emotions during these hardships. Together, we can work through these challenges and find strategies to help you address the root causes of these difficulties while finding ways to cope and move forward. I feel that while embarking on this journey it is important to build a positive and healthy relationship with oneself. Through increasing self-awareness and self-compassion, you can truly love yourself fully and improve your mood and mindset. "When things change inside you, things change around you."
Life comes with its ups and downs, and at times it can be difficult to process and cope with our thoughts and emotions during these hardships. Together, we can work through these challenges and find strategies to help you address the root causes of these difficulties while finding ways to cope and move forward. I feel that while embarking on this journey it is important to build a positive and healthy relationship with oneself. Through increasing self-awareness and self-compassion, you can truly love yourself fully and improve your mood and mindset. "When things change inside you, things change around you."
My approach to therapy is Attachment and Interpersonal Neuroscience Based. Adult Attachment Theory (rooted in Attachment science) will uncover the ways our early attachment experiences in childhood, impact our relationships in adulthood. Interpersonal Neuroscience (rooted in Polyvagal Theory) focuses on the role of our nervous system, and why we respond to/interpret “threat” the way we do.
My approach to therapy is Attachment and Interpersonal Neuroscience Based. Adult Attachment Theory (rooted in Attachment science) will uncover the ways our early attachment experiences in childhood, impact our relationships in adulthood. Interpersonal Neuroscience (rooted in Polyvagal Theory) focuses on the role of our nervous system, and why we respond to/interpret “threat” the way we do.
Vaughan Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to our page! Whether you stumbled this page because of a recent break-up, divorce, an addiction you want to break, marriage problems or just looking to find ways to cope with your stress, you found the right place. We specialize in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Inner Child Work and other modalities to assist you. We can provide you with tools to help you cope but can also assist you in finding and healing the core issue.
Celia supports individuals, couples, and families. Celia specializes in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, and racial oppression.
Celia supports individuals, couples, and families. Celia specializes in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, and racial oppression.
M.Saini and Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
I understand that life can be overwhelming at times. I can help you navigate through life’s difficulties. My goal is to provide a safe ,confidential and supportive environment where you can gain self-awareness and take control of your life and make positive changes. I am specialized in a range of therapeutic approaches and my 30 years of experience of working with individuals, couples, families and teenagers has given me knowledge and skills to customize a treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I am committed to helping you reach your goals and develop a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
I understand that life can be overwhelming at times. I can help you navigate through life’s difficulties. My goal is to provide a safe ,confidential and supportive environment where you can gain self-awareness and take control of your life and make positive changes. I am specialized in a range of therapeutic approaches and my 30 years of experience of working with individuals, couples, families and teenagers has given me knowledge and skills to customize a treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I am committed to helping you reach your goals and develop a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
Are you tired of living in "survival mode"? Either feeling chronically unsettled or inexpressibly low and numb! Perhaps, something feels missing; an emptiness you can’t quite put your finger on! There comes a time when just getting by is not enough and we can no longer hide behind a smile. Change begins when we decide that "waiting for the pain to dissipate" is no longer an option. So what if you could take back control of your life and live unchained by your history? How far would you thrive if you could tailor a life of your own design, uninterrupted by stress, anxiety or pain stories?
Are you tired of living in "survival mode"? Either feeling chronically unsettled or inexpressibly low and numb! Perhaps, something feels missing; an emptiness you can’t quite put your finger on! There comes a time when just getting by is not enough and we can no longer hide behind a smile. Change begins when we decide that "waiting for the pain to dissipate" is no longer an option. So what if you could take back control of your life and live unchained by your history? How far would you thrive if you could tailor a life of your own design, uninterrupted by stress, anxiety or pain stories?
Have you been feeling stuck in a cycle you can’t seem to break out of? Do you experience overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, grief, shame or rejection? Are these feelings negatively impacting your relationships and causing unwanted conflict? Do you feel like a victim of trauma? You may think to yourself: “what’s wrong with me, why can’t I get over this?” Self blaming or avoiding uncomfortable thoughts and feelings may provide temporary relief but will create long-term challenges. Thankfully, there’s a way to change your narrative and experience mental, emotional and relational freedom.
Have you been feeling stuck in a cycle you can’t seem to break out of? Do you experience overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, grief, shame or rejection? Are these feelings negatively impacting your relationships and causing unwanted conflict? Do you feel like a victim of trauma? You may think to yourself: “what’s wrong with me, why can’t I get over this?” Self blaming or avoiding uncomfortable thoughts and feelings may provide temporary relief but will create long-term challenges. Thankfully, there’s a way to change your narrative and experience mental, emotional and relational freedom.
Emily Hostland
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, ExAT, DTATI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L6A
Do you feel a sense of yearning… for change, to understand yourself, to understand why certain challenges keep arising, and how to build a more meaningful and enjoyable life for yourself? I know this yearning is a resource, and it shows your capacity and curiousity to learn and care for yourself. I offer space to connect to yourself in a meaningful way, to overcome challenging and traumatic experiences with compassion and support, and to realize your full capacity. I am here to offer a way through. You don’t have to do it on your own. My role is to help guide you to find what works and what’s helpful.
Do you feel a sense of yearning… for change, to understand yourself, to understand why certain challenges keep arising, and how to build a more meaningful and enjoyable life for yourself? I know this yearning is a resource, and it shows your capacity and curiousity to learn and care for yourself. I offer space to connect to yourself in a meaningful way, to overcome challenging and traumatic experiences with compassion and support, and to realize your full capacity. I am here to offer a way through. You don’t have to do it on your own. My role is to help guide you to find what works and what’s helpful.
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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.