Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Michael Joseph Zalewa
Counselor, LMHC, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I have been in Private Practice since 1999. My practice focuses on clients struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder,Dissociative Identity Disorder, Narcissism and other personality conflicts. I also treat Depression and PTSD. I work with Substance Use disorders, but from a non-12 step approach called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I work with the local courts, including mental health and substance abuse evaluations. I provide psycho-sexual and competency to proceed evaluations for private attorneys as well as for the 4th and 7th judicial circuits
I have been in Private Practice since 1999. My practice focuses on clients struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder,Dissociative Identity Disorder, Narcissism and other personality conflicts. I also treat Depression and PTSD. I work with Substance Use disorders, but from a non-12 step approach called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I work with the local courts, including mental health and substance abuse evaluations. I provide psycho-sexual and competency to proceed evaluations for private attorneys as well as for the 4th and 7th judicial circuits
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Judi Howard
Counselor, LMHC, CMHC, EMDR, SSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Hello. I have provided therapy to individuals, children, and couples since 1990. Currently, I enjoy providing therapy to adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I take an integrative approach to therapy, combining techniques and strategies designed to promote the positive outcomes and goals that clients seek. This includes teaching relaxation and stress reduction techniques that clients can use in their everyday life. I rely on my training and experience along with the client's unique concerns, to determine how best to approach the situation.
Hello. I have provided therapy to individuals, children, and couples since 1990. Currently, I enjoy providing therapy to adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I take an integrative approach to therapy, combining techniques and strategies designed to promote the positive outcomes and goals that clients seek. This includes teaching relaxation and stress reduction techniques that clients can use in their everyday life. I rely on my training and experience along with the client's unique concerns, to determine how best to approach the situation.
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I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
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Christie Castner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
My background is in working with young children to adults in their senior years, along with working with a clientele that spans across varying cultures, socioeconomic classes and family structures. I truly love what I do. I am constantly in awe of the people I meet and the bravery they show in their journey to confront issues and to lead a more balanced and satisfying life. Additionally, the genuine empathy and a sense of humor I bring to therapy assists in building the therapeutic relationship.
My background is in working with young children to adults in their senior years, along with working with a clientele that spans across varying cultures, socioeconomic classes and family structures. I truly love what I do. I am constantly in awe of the people I meet and the bravery they show in their journey to confront issues and to lead a more balanced and satisfying life. Additionally, the genuine empathy and a sense of humor I bring to therapy assists in building the therapeutic relationship.
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Dr. Carlene Taylor & 'Eli'
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, LPC, ESMHL, ERYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Working from a holistic model of treatment, integrating behavioral healthcare with medical care, art, yoga, animals and the natural world is my specialty. The client that is tired of being tired and unfulfilled or tired of being sick and tired and wants a real relationship that goes beyond "tell me how you feel today" is the person who will enjoy working with me. I utilize evidence-based treatment strategies but combine them in dynamic and engaging ways that make it possible for clients to heal body, mind and spirit while learning critical relationship skills with humans and the natural world.
Working from a holistic model of treatment, integrating behavioral healthcare with medical care, art, yoga, animals and the natural world is my specialty. The client that is tired of being tired and unfulfilled or tired of being sick and tired and wants a real relationship that goes beyond "tell me how you feel today" is the person who will enjoy working with me. I utilize evidence-based treatment strategies but combine them in dynamic and engaging ways that make it possible for clients to heal body, mind and spirit while learning critical relationship skills with humans and the natural world.
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Carolyn Lee Downes
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR-C, LCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 (Online Only)
I treat traumatic BELIEFS that feel like permanent mind-muscle-memory responses. If you have unresolved issues w/ control, self-worth, non-belonging, identity (BIPOC/ Biracial Therapist), performance, and/or hypersensitivity, EMDR with me will be like a breath of fresh air. We’ll demystify how EMDR works on the past, present, & future, prepare you for what to expect in domino-effect healing, AND give you a taste of how stupidly efficient it can be.. in just 1 session. If your goal is a stint of intense therapy that you gradually ween off of, until 1x/mo maintenance sessions feel unnecessary, let me be your concierge therapist.
I treat traumatic BELIEFS that feel like permanent mind-muscle-memory responses. If you have unresolved issues w/ control, self-worth, non-belonging, identity (BIPOC/ Biracial Therapist), performance, and/or hypersensitivity, EMDR with me will be like a breath of fresh air. We’ll demystify how EMDR works on the past, present, & future, prepare you for what to expect in domino-effect healing, AND give you a taste of how stupidly efficient it can be.. in just 1 session. If your goal is a stint of intense therapy that you gradually ween off of, until 1x/mo maintenance sessions feel unnecessary, let me be your concierge therapist.
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Jefkida Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MA, LMFTA, LMHCS
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
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Barbara Dulaney Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
For more than 30 years I have had the privilege of offering guidance to individuals, couples and families who want to make responsible changes in their lives. Whether you are experiencing anxiety * depression * marital stress * divorce * grief * illness * trauma * substance abuse * difficult parent-child relationships; we will work as a team to deal with sources of problems and design strategies for healthier approaches. Our goal is to transform distress and challenges into valuable life lessons. In addition, I was the first licensed mental health professional in NE Florida to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes.
For more than 30 years I have had the privilege of offering guidance to individuals, couples and families who want to make responsible changes in their lives. Whether you are experiencing anxiety * depression * marital stress * divorce * grief * illness * trauma * substance abuse * difficult parent-child relationships; we will work as a team to deal with sources of problems and design strategies for healthier approaches. Our goal is to transform distress and challenges into valuable life lessons. In addition, I was the first licensed mental health professional in NE Florida to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes.
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I have a strong background in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist with a background in different spiritual approaches and life changes. I am what psychologists would call a multi cultural person. I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. An interpersonal connection to my clients is important. My overall experience in life gives me tools to work with a client that one does not find in the usual psychological approach. If you are looking to grow and develop more awareness definitely check me out.
I have a strong background in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist with a background in different spiritual approaches and life changes. I am what psychologists would call a multi cultural person. I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. An interpersonal connection to my clients is important. My overall experience in life gives me tools to work with a client that one does not find in the usual psychological approach. If you are looking to grow and develop more awareness definitely check me out.
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Tracye A Polson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
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https://sessions.psychologytoday.com/mrs-farkhanda
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, ART, CPP, CAMS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I am a trained ART Therapist. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a form of psychotherapy with roots in existing evidence-based therapies. Which has shown to achieve benefits much more rapidly usually within few sessions? Clients with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, (PTSD) substance abuse, sexual abuse and many other physical conditions. My ideal client is one who is striving to make a change. In order for this to occur, there must be cooperation and mutual respect between all parties. I will also work with those who are unable to express their feelings & thoughts and who have built these up due to the stigma regarding mental health.
I am a trained ART Therapist. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a form of psychotherapy with roots in existing evidence-based therapies. Which has shown to achieve benefits much more rapidly usually within few sessions? Clients with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, (PTSD) substance abuse, sexual abuse and many other physical conditions. My ideal client is one who is striving to make a change. In order for this to occur, there must be cooperation and mutual respect between all parties. I will also work with those who are unable to express their feelings & thoughts and who have built these up due to the stigma regarding mental health.
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Any one who is looking to "navigate" life while enduring stressors from home, job, school, relationships, etc., can come to us for help. The world is ever changing but mentally we are not always prepared for what is asked of us which causes people to question themselves and their abilities. We all have self-correcting systems in our bodies, but these systems need more specific information than the body provides alone. Biofeedback allows us to gather this information and instantly display it back to you visually and audibly. You then have the information to help you gain control over your physiological and behavioral responses.
Any one who is looking to "navigate" life while enduring stressors from home, job, school, relationships, etc., can come to us for help. The world is ever changing but mentally we are not always prepared for what is asked of us which causes people to question themselves and their abilities. We all have self-correcting systems in our bodies, but these systems need more specific information than the body provides alone. Biofeedback allows us to gather this information and instantly display it back to you visually and audibly. You then have the information to help you gain control over your physiological and behavioral responses.
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I build trust with my clients by actively listening to their stories and needs while trying to connect real world examples to their stories. I try to get on the level of my clients so that I'm able to build rapport with them throughout their time with me.
I build trust with my clients by actively listening to their stories and needs while trying to connect real world examples to their stories. I try to get on the level of my clients so that I'm able to build rapport with them throughout their time with me.
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Bennett Rachal
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32225
Our bodies and brains have natural systems for dealing with difficult and stressful life situations or events. Experiencing or watching a frightening, dangerous, or violent event can overload these these natural systems. Other frequent life experiences such as job or relationship stress, divorce, loss, and accidents can trigger trauma responses as well. Feelings of depression, isolation, anxiousness, tension, irritability, numbness, nightmares, or alcohol/substance abuse are common. Other times, we might just feel stuck and unable to move past the past. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is a therapy that can help.
Our bodies and brains have natural systems for dealing with difficult and stressful life situations or events. Experiencing or watching a frightening, dangerous, or violent event can overload these these natural systems. Other frequent life experiences such as job or relationship stress, divorce, loss, and accidents can trigger trauma responses as well. Feelings of depression, isolation, anxiousness, tension, irritability, numbness, nightmares, or alcohol/substance abuse are common. Other times, we might just feel stuck and unable to move past the past. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is a therapy that can help.
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Keep Evolving Beyond Therapy, Inc.
Counselor, COO, LMHC, QS-MH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32216
We want treatment to be accessible to everyone! To accommodate, we have graduate-level clinicians who can provide discounted treatment rates starting at $45 per session. The rate for one of our more seasoned professionals begins at $105, to give you a point of reference. We have 5 Registered Mental Health Counselors and 2 LMHCs. We also accept most major insurances. We are so excited you are considering us as your psychotherapy treatment provider! Our main goal is to provide care that treats the whole self in a safe environment without judgment. We are here to help. Please visit our website for more information.
We want treatment to be accessible to everyone! To accommodate, we have graduate-level clinicians who can provide discounted treatment rates starting at $45 per session. The rate for one of our more seasoned professionals begins at $105, to give you a point of reference. We have 5 Registered Mental Health Counselors and 2 LMHCs. We also accept most major insurances. We are so excited you are considering us as your psychotherapy treatment provider! Our main goal is to provide care that treats the whole self in a safe environment without judgment. We are here to help. Please visit our website for more information.
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Cc Criollo
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI, MSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32246
We have all struggled in life in some way! If you struggle with excessive worry, indecisiveness, overthinking, self-doubt, low self-esteem, you are not alone! Many people are trapped in fear which can show up as anxiety, lack of motivation, depression, reduced immunity, and illness. Fear can paralyze us from living a fulfilling life, achieving our goals and experiencing joy. If you are in the midst of a struggle, I want you to know that whatever it is you’re going through right now is not forever, and change is possible! Allow me to use my years of professional and lived experience to help you gain the skills to reach your goals!
We have all struggled in life in some way! If you struggle with excessive worry, indecisiveness, overthinking, self-doubt, low self-esteem, you are not alone! Many people are trapped in fear which can show up as anxiety, lack of motivation, depression, reduced immunity, and illness. Fear can paralyze us from living a fulfilling life, achieving our goals and experiencing joy. If you are in the midst of a struggle, I want you to know that whatever it is you’re going through right now is not forever, and change is possible! Allow me to use my years of professional and lived experience to help you gain the skills to reach your goals!
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Kormasah Karmala-Curtis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Maybe you want to move on from painful break up or divorce. Maybe you want to start a healthier lifestyle, stop an addiction or end a generational curse of abuse and trauma. Sometimes as people we get stuck in life—whether it is related to our past experiences, our current circumstances--or both. Sometimes as people we hurt ourselves by internalizing what has happened or happening to us, which can at times weigh us down and stop us from moving forward and living gratifying, rewarding lives.
Maybe you want to move on from painful break up or divorce. Maybe you want to start a healthier lifestyle, stop an addiction or end a generational curse of abuse and trauma. Sometimes as people we get stuck in life—whether it is related to our past experiences, our current circumstances--or both. Sometimes as people we hurt ourselves by internalizing what has happened or happening to us, which can at times weigh us down and stop us from moving forward and living gratifying, rewarding lives.
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Are you experiencing feelings of abandonment, rejection, worthlessness, helplessness and hopelessness. Are you at a crossroad in life and you don't know what to do? Do you feel like your relationship seems stagnant? Whether your struggles are trauma, grief, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety or any other mental health issues I would love to help you. I will use the experience I've gained through previous employment along with my education and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to equip you with the necessary tools to make the best decisions that will enhance your life to the maximum potential.
Are you experiencing feelings of abandonment, rejection, worthlessness, helplessness and hopelessness. Are you at a crossroad in life and you don't know what to do? Do you feel like your relationship seems stagnant? Whether your struggles are trauma, grief, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety or any other mental health issues I would love to help you. I will use the experience I've gained through previous employment along with my education and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to equip you with the necessary tools to make the best decisions that will enhance your life to the maximum potential.
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Thank you for viewing my site! I am a bilingual, LMHC, MCAP, & Parenting Coordinator. Over the last 24years, my private practice has focused on adolescents, individuals, families, adults and couples who are journeying through life with their unique struggles. Life mirrors a puzzle with new pieces being added one at a time. You may be struggling with confusion, anxiety, traumatization, frustration, depression, feeling overwhelmed, powerlessness, or plain exhaustion as you cope with life. Using skill building techniques through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, EFT, Hypnotherapy, you discover your potential for growth and change
Thank you for viewing my site! I am a bilingual, LMHC, MCAP, & Parenting Coordinator. Over the last 24years, my private practice has focused on adolescents, individuals, families, adults and couples who are journeying through life with their unique struggles. Life mirrors a puzzle with new pieces being added one at a time. You may be struggling with confusion, anxiety, traumatization, frustration, depression, feeling overwhelmed, powerlessness, or plain exhaustion as you cope with life. Using skill building techniques through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, EFT, Hypnotherapy, you discover your potential for growth and change
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Abigail McCullough
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready to truly leave the past in the past and continue on the journey to authenticity and acceptance? I would love to help! I work with those who are trying to process their past to help better deal with the future. I believe no matter your background, sexual orientation/gender identity, ethnicity or race you deserve to feel authentic and whole. I work with open heart to all who are interested in processing trauma and feeling free from the burdens of their past. When you call you will reach the Ellie Client Access Team. That is the easiest and fastest way to get on my calendar.
Are you ready to truly leave the past in the past and continue on the journey to authenticity and acceptance? I would love to help! I work with those who are trying to process their past to help better deal with the future. I believe no matter your background, sexual orientation/gender identity, ethnicity or race you deserve to feel authentic and whole. I work with open heart to all who are interested in processing trauma and feeling free from the burdens of their past. When you call you will reach the Ellie Client Access Team. That is the easiest and fastest way to get on my calendar.
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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.