Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN

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Mary Slowiak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46205  (Online Only)
When we have been through difficult things, oftentimes we feel misunderstood, unheard, unsafe and hopeless. I do not believe that trauma makes us stronger; rather, I believe that there is something beautiful within us that brings us through the trauma. Trauma processing allows us to let go of negative beliefs about ourselves and the world; beliefs such as “I am not safe,” or “I am unlovable.” These beliefs can make us feel stuck; like having a rich and full life is not possible. As your therapist, I will work to empower you to accept all parts of self, allowing for peace from within that will trickle into all facets of life.
When we have been through difficult things, oftentimes we feel misunderstood, unheard, unsafe and hopeless. I do not believe that trauma makes us stronger; rather, I believe that there is something beautiful within us that brings us through the trauma. Trauma processing allows us to let go of negative beliefs about ourselves and the world; beliefs such as “I am not safe,” or “I am unlovable.” These beliefs can make us feel stuck; like having a rich and full life is not possible. As your therapist, I will work to empower you to accept all parts of self, allowing for peace from within that will trickle into all facets of life.
(463) 465-5830 View (463) 465-5830
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Tanya K Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling and therapy at some point in their lives simply because no one has had a perfect life and we all struggle sometimes. I applaud your courage in beginning the process of reaching out for support. I want to create a safe space in which you can share thoughts, feelings and behavior without judgment and where together we can explore them further and develop strategies to change those that are causing problems and strengthen those that are helpful and working well. I have experience working with addictions, trauma, dissociation, borderline personality disorder, and mood disorders.
I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling and therapy at some point in their lives simply because no one has had a perfect life and we all struggle sometimes. I applaud your courage in beginning the process of reaching out for support. I want to create a safe space in which you can share thoughts, feelings and behavior without judgment and where together we can explore them further and develop strategies to change those that are causing problems and strengthen those that are helpful and working well. I have experience working with addictions, trauma, dissociation, borderline personality disorder, and mood disorders.
(317) 648-7247 View (317) 648-7247
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Lydia Banton
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46203  (Online Only)
Lydia is a master’s level psychotherapist (LMHC), licensed addictions counselor (LAC), and EMDR trained with a passion for working in integrative mental health. She considers herself a therapist who thoroughly enjoys hearing the stories of others and educating them on how to view their stories as journeys to victory over past adversities as they move on to reach goals previously thought unattainable.
Lydia is a master’s level psychotherapist (LMHC), licensed addictions counselor (LAC), and EMDR trained with a passion for working in integrative mental health. She considers herself a therapist who thoroughly enjoys hearing the stories of others and educating them on how to view their stories as journeys to victory over past adversities as they move on to reach goals previously thought unattainable.
(463) 227-0539 View (463) 227-0539
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Julie A Timke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46226
If you're looking for an advanced-trained EMDR Certified Therapist or Consultant (CIT), I would love the opportunity to work with you! I have shifted my practice to only EMDR work: Individual sessions and Intensives Experiences (3 or 4 hours). Intensives include diagnostics, our 8:3 Guidebook, therapy aides, and also include ILF Neurofeedback to decrease emotional dysregulation, dissociation and strengthen the Default Mode Network which plays a major role in our self-concept. Intensives are an excellent option to transform your life without weekly appointments.
If you're looking for an advanced-trained EMDR Certified Therapist or Consultant (CIT), I would love the opportunity to work with you! I have shifted my practice to only EMDR work: Individual sessions and Intensives Experiences (3 or 4 hours). Intensives include diagnostics, our 8:3 Guidebook, therapy aides, and also include ILF Neurofeedback to decrease emotional dysregulation, dissociation and strengthen the Default Mode Network which plays a major role in our self-concept. Intensives are an excellent option to transform your life without weekly appointments.
(317) 225-4867 View (317) 225-4867
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Abayomi Nichols
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46268  (Online Only)
With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, I've learned how to bring a down-to-earth mix of warmth, professionalism, and honesty to every session. I'm all about being real and genuine, so you can expect sessions filled with insight, laughter, and a fresh perspective. You'll leave with valuable gems that will benefit not just you, but also those around you and the next generation. I don't stick to just one method—I like to mix things up and use a variety of techniques and skills.
With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, I've learned how to bring a down-to-earth mix of warmth, professionalism, and honesty to every session. I'm all about being real and genuine, so you can expect sessions filled with insight, laughter, and a fresh perspective. You'll leave with valuable gems that will benefit not just you, but also those around you and the next generation. I don't stick to just one method—I like to mix things up and use a variety of techniques and skills.
(765) 523-6518 View (765) 523-6518
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Laura Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204
If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, feeling like you are living someone else's life, or just tired of feeling stuck, it's time to change all that. Every one of us has the resources within us to live happy, fulfilled lives. You can too. Don't be discouraged by past failures. I specialize in dealing with the "hard to help." If you are ready to leave the pain behind and start a new future, call today. Let today be the day you turn your life around.
If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, feeling like you are living someone else's life, or just tired of feeling stuck, it's time to change all that. Every one of us has the resources within us to live happy, fulfilled lives. You can too. Don't be discouraged by past failures. I specialize in dealing with the "hard to help." If you are ready to leave the pain behind and start a new future, call today. Let today be the day you turn your life around.
(804) 292-2653 View (804) 292-2653
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Melody Stiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAC, LCAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46220  (Online Only)
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
(442) 239-4388 View (442) 239-4388
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Eldon Solomon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240  (Online Only)
Hello. I am Eldon Solomon, an Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMCH) with over 31 years of professional work experience. I've worked hard to develop trusted and reliable clinical skills. These skills have helped hundreds of individuals and families achieve different or reliable outcomes in coping or decision-making responses to military service, to career challenges, to family conflicts, to unhealthy patterns from trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and to difficult life challenges or life style changes.
Hello. I am Eldon Solomon, an Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMCH) with over 31 years of professional work experience. I've worked hard to develop trusted and reliable clinical skills. These skills have helped hundreds of individuals and families achieve different or reliable outcomes in coping or decision-making responses to military service, to career challenges, to family conflicts, to unhealthy patterns from trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and to difficult life challenges or life style changes.
(765) 253-3872 View (765) 253-3872
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Hillary Jones
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Hi, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana. I received my master's degree from Purdue University, and I have been practicing for 7 years. I work with individuals who feel paralyzed due to past traumatic experiences; those that feel crippled by anxiety; couples who are wanting to strengthen their relationship as well as those individuals who are struggling in their grief.
Hi, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana. I received my master's degree from Purdue University, and I have been practicing for 7 years. I work with individuals who feel paralyzed due to past traumatic experiences; those that feel crippled by anxiety; couples who are wanting to strengthen their relationship as well as those individuals who are struggling in their grief.
(463) 241-3466 View (463) 241-3466
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Lentz Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46260
I am a LCSW, LCAC and EMDR certified with over 9 years of experience with many success stories such as, helping clients move from despair to freedom to live the life they deserve by conquering demons of addiction and/or trauma, overcoming the fears of anxiety, the stronghold of depression, no longer lost in the fog of dissociation, in self-control and learning to love self for the first time after years of trauma and abuse. I have been blessed when children and spouses of clients have expressed their thanks for helping their loved one get on the right path of recovery from addiction and trauma.
I am a LCSW, LCAC and EMDR certified with over 9 years of experience with many success stories such as, helping clients move from despair to freedom to live the life they deserve by conquering demons of addiction and/or trauma, overcoming the fears of anxiety, the stronghold of depression, no longer lost in the fog of dissociation, in self-control and learning to love self for the first time after years of trauma and abuse. I have been blessed when children and spouses of clients have expressed their thanks for helping their loved one get on the right path of recovery from addiction and trauma.
(317) 406-4611 View (317) 406-4611
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Vinnie Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Do ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you cannot reach your goals? Do you find it difficult to manage daily stressors, or do mental health issues interfere with your plans? Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard we try, we cannot overcome our problems on our own. I am a mental health provider who can help you overcome those obstacles. I have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Do ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you cannot reach your goals? Do you find it difficult to manage daily stressors, or do mental health issues interfere with your plans? Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard we try, we cannot overcome our problems on our own. I am a mental health provider who can help you overcome those obstacles. I have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
(317) 593-8778 View (317) 593-8778
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Mindful Morphosis Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stuck? Having difficulty keeping up? Wanting to make a change but don't know where to begin? Change can be scary, and even more intimidating if feeling overwhelmed or alone. But change is possible and always offers an opportunity for growth and hope for a better future. We have years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals of all ages and families of all backgrounds. We offer a calm, warm, nonjudgmental space where issues of all types and sizes may be explored. In this safe, supportive environment, therapeutic services are adapted to meet clients' individualized needs.
Are you feeling stuck? Having difficulty keeping up? Wanting to make a change but don't know where to begin? Change can be scary, and even more intimidating if feeling overwhelmed or alone. But change is possible and always offers an opportunity for growth and hope for a better future. We have years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals of all ages and families of all backgrounds. We offer a calm, warm, nonjudgmental space where issues of all types and sizes may be explored. In this safe, supportive environment, therapeutic services are adapted to meet clients' individualized needs.
(317) 699-8285 View (317) 699-8285
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Elizabeth Heinhuis
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Do you feel like you're barely hanging in there? Like you've lost your way, or maybe even yourself. You just can't seem to get back on solid footing-emotionally OR mentally. You’ve tried your usual tips and tricks to feel better, but they’ve barely moved the needle. Your brain feels like it's not your friend and it's tough to find happiness in the things that usually bring you joy. Your confidence has been knocked down a few pegs. You either feel keyed up with constant worry or knocked flat, laying on the couch or your bed without the energy to do anything. And now you've decided: it's time for a change.
Do you feel like you're barely hanging in there? Like you've lost your way, or maybe even yourself. You just can't seem to get back on solid footing-emotionally OR mentally. You’ve tried your usual tips and tricks to feel better, but they’ve barely moved the needle. Your brain feels like it's not your friend and it's tough to find happiness in the things that usually bring you joy. Your confidence has been knocked down a few pegs. You either feel keyed up with constant worry or knocked flat, laying on the couch or your bed without the energy to do anything. And now you've decided: it's time for a change.
(317) 593-2032 View (317) 593-2032
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Amy Ikerd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46226
NOTE: At this time, I am only offering EMDR Intensives: www.IndyEMDRIntensives.com/. Through my experience working in mental health and addiction treatment, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct AND empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating addictive disorders, PTSD/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and working with first responders.
NOTE: At this time, I am only offering EMDR Intensives: www.IndyEMDRIntensives.com/. Through my experience working in mental health and addiction treatment, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct AND empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating addictive disorders, PTSD/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and working with first responders.
(317) 943-8817 View (317) 943-8817
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Dennis Daupert
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46268  (Online Only)
Opting for therapy is not easy. The thought may even be scary. Well, that's normal. Who wants to open their private pains to someone they've just met? But when life hurts, when you've tried your best to fix things and it just isn't working, you might consider doing something different. Life's too short to merely abide in distress.
Opting for therapy is not easy. The thought may even be scary. Well, that's normal. Who wants to open their private pains to someone they've just met? But when life hurts, when you've tried your best to fix things and it just isn't working, you might consider doing something different. Life's too short to merely abide in distress.
(317) 434-1515 View (317) 434-1515
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Courtney Brinkers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAYC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46220
I truly believe we all have the strength and power within ourselves to heal from trauma and heartache. Channeling that strength can feel impossible with the complexities of everyday life. It is my duty and passion to assist you in building up supports and resources to help you on your journey to recovery and healthy living. I utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help you conquer mental health issues, addictions, emotional disturbances, sexual health issues, relationship strife, grief and loss, and trauma (past and present).
I truly believe we all have the strength and power within ourselves to heal from trauma and heartache. Channeling that strength can feel impossible with the complexities of everyday life. It is my duty and passion to assist you in building up supports and resources to help you on your journey to recovery and healthy living. I utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help you conquer mental health issues, addictions, emotional disturbances, sexual health issues, relationship strife, grief and loss, and trauma (past and present).
(317) 597-6325 View (317) 597-6325
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Inspire Counseling & Support Center
Counselor, APRN, LCSW, LMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46229
Inspire Counseling & Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center. Our goal is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and brighter life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to help develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life. We provide individualized psychiatric care, as well as mental health and substance use counseling to meet your mental health and recovery needs.
Inspire Counseling & Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center. Our goal is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and brighter life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to help develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life. We provide individualized psychiatric care, as well as mental health and substance use counseling to meet your mental health and recovery needs.
(317) 406-0593 View (317) 406-0593
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Adriano Zachariadhes
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46202
My style is down-to-earth, direct, and personal. This type of therapy aims to change both our outward struggles and behaviors that can seem baffling and distressing while understanding the issues that underlie them. These deeper forces - hidden from view and rooted in our past and early relationships - can result in the greatest difficulty, and cause us to feel stuck, confused, empty, or out of control. Having the involvement and perspective of another person can help alleviate pain, shift old patterns, recover from difficulties, and lead to lasting change.
My style is down-to-earth, direct, and personal. This type of therapy aims to change both our outward struggles and behaviors that can seem baffling and distressing while understanding the issues that underlie them. These deeper forces - hidden from view and rooted in our past and early relationships - can result in the greatest difficulty, and cause us to feel stuck, confused, empty, or out of control. Having the involvement and perspective of another person can help alleviate pain, shift old patterns, recover from difficulties, and lead to lasting change.
(317) 836-5846 View (317) 836-5846
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Bryan Buchanan Owens
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Do you keep revealing to yourself and your loved ones that you are not the person you want to be? Have you kept yourself so hidden from others that now you have difficulty knowing who you are or what you want? Most likely, you have adapted over the years to challenges, maybe traumas, which have helped you survive. Except, those adaptations aren't serving you anymore, and they are actually making things worse. Perhaps you're afraid it's too late, that too much damage has been done. You believe the REAL YOU is hidden somewhere, you just need support finding yourself and living into your highest potential.
Do you keep revealing to yourself and your loved ones that you are not the person you want to be? Have you kept yourself so hidden from others that now you have difficulty knowing who you are or what you want? Most likely, you have adapted over the years to challenges, maybe traumas, which have helped you survive. Except, those adaptations aren't serving you anymore, and they are actually making things worse. Perhaps you're afraid it's too late, that too much damage has been done. You believe the REAL YOU is hidden somewhere, you just need support finding yourself and living into your highest potential.
(317) 434-8089 x5056 View (317) 434-8089 x5056
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Kendra V Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. My passions are holistic practice, trauma informed treatment, healing from racial trauma, and social justice. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and that we are all connected. My goal is to create a space where you can bring your whole self and practice vulnerability, while also being challenged to try something new. One of the most important things about achieving your mental health goals is knowing how to love, trust, and accept yourself.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. My passions are holistic practice, trauma informed treatment, healing from racial trauma, and social justice. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and that we are all connected. My goal is to create a space where you can bring your whole self and practice vulnerability, while also being challenged to try something new. One of the most important things about achieving your mental health goals is knowing how to love, trust, and accept yourself.
(317) 401-5461 View (317) 401-5461
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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.