Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Knightdale, NC
We believe strongly that if you're going to make a change, operate from a new belief that says "life happens not to me but for me" once that happens the journey to a brighter future will begin. Here at TCC&C we pride ourselves in having therapist with years of experience working with teenagers and adults struggling with stressful life events.
We believe strongly that if you're going to make a change, operate from a new belief that says "life happens not to me but for me" once that happens the journey to a brighter future will begin. Here at TCC&C we pride ourselves in having therapist with years of experience working with teenagers and adults struggling with stressful life events.
Dale S Sheffield
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervis, PhD, MEd, LCMHCS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knightdale, NC 27545
I am pleased to announce the release of my new book, "Affirmative Parenting." It is available as an ebook and paperback version on Amazon. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, positive environment where thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored and understood. I want to help people achieve problem resolution through personal and emotional growth. I have used this approach in a variety of mental health settings and, presently, in my private practice. Please visit my website for more details at www.drdalesheffield.com. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
I am pleased to announce the release of my new book, "Affirmative Parenting." It is available as an ebook and paperback version on Amazon. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, positive environment where thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored and understood. I want to help people achieve problem resolution through personal and emotional growth. I have used this approach in a variety of mental health settings and, presently, in my private practice. Please visit my website for more details at www.drdalesheffield.com. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with thousands of hours of counseling and related experience. I hold a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have experience working with men, women, and children of all ages. My professional experience includes individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, and group counseling. I practice from an eclectic style with an emphasis on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modality. I am an action-oriented clinician who believes outcomes speak for themselves. Visit www.ashaycounselingagency.com for more information.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with thousands of hours of counseling and related experience. I hold a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have experience working with men, women, and children of all ages. My professional experience includes individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, and group counseling. I practice from an eclectic style with an emphasis on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modality. I am an action-oriented clinician who believes outcomes speak for themselves. Visit www.ashaycounselingagency.com for more information.
Leigh Ann Fernandez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knightdale, NC 27545
Are you triggered by the past in daily situations at work and home? Are you ready to take back control of your life? My name is Leigh Ann, and I'd love to partner with you with the best techniques the mental health has to offer to help you take control of your stress response. I have a Master's in Counseling and 20 years experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It would be my honor to partner with you in your mental health goals. Go to my website to book a free consultation or your first appointment.
Are you triggered by the past in daily situations at work and home? Are you ready to take back control of your life? My name is Leigh Ann, and I'd love to partner with you with the best techniques the mental health has to offer to help you take control of your stress response. I have a Master's in Counseling and 20 years experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It would be my honor to partner with you in your mental health goals. Go to my website to book a free consultation or your first appointment.
Paula A. Lavocat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knightdale, NC 27545 (Online Only)
If you’ve had difficulty finding therapy that is effective, you may want to consider working with a specialist. Traumatic or adverse life experiences may lead to a myriad of psychological and physiological symptoms. Treatment areas: General mental health, dissociation, trauma and PTSD (C-PTSD), adult ADHD, weight/obesity, bariatric surgery support, chemical and behavioral addiction. Specialty populations include military and first responders. Our practice welcomes older adolescents and adults. We are proud to have the ability to meet needs of clients from many backgrounds and belief systems with our diverse group of clinicians.
If you’ve had difficulty finding therapy that is effective, you may want to consider working with a specialist. Traumatic or adverse life experiences may lead to a myriad of psychological and physiological symptoms. Treatment areas: General mental health, dissociation, trauma and PTSD (C-PTSD), adult ADHD, weight/obesity, bariatric surgery support, chemical and behavioral addiction. Specialty populations include military and first responders. Our practice welcomes older adolescents and adults. We are proud to have the ability to meet needs of clients from many backgrounds and belief systems with our diverse group of clinicians.
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Cheryl Lynn Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ATR-BC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
As someone who has experienced past sexual / physical abuse, or chronic illness, do you often wonder how you can move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried “everything” but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories. Do you want to stop dissociating? Do you long be free of anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts; longing for connection, worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person. Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transforming the way you live & love in your current relationships?
As someone who has experienced past sexual / physical abuse, or chronic illness, do you often wonder how you can move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried “everything” but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories. Do you want to stop dissociating? Do you long be free of anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts; longing for connection, worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person. Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transforming the way you live & love in your current relationships?
No one seems to understand you. Emotionally, physically, and sexually you feel exhausted and hopeless. It's a constant struggle to forget the things that have happened, and the people that have hurt you. You find yourself losing time and struggling to understand who you are. Rest assured, there is hope! Together, we can work to help you rebuild the pieces that have felt missing for so long. You can have safe, fulfilling relationships with friends, family, and partners, and find joy and meaning again. You can also start enjoying things you may have stopped doing or have avoided out of fear.
No one seems to understand you. Emotionally, physically, and sexually you feel exhausted and hopeless. It's a constant struggle to forget the things that have happened, and the people that have hurt you. You find yourself losing time and struggling to understand who you are. Rest assured, there is hope! Together, we can work to help you rebuild the pieces that have felt missing for so long. You can have safe, fulfilling relationships with friends, family, and partners, and find joy and meaning again. You can also start enjoying things you may have stopped doing or have avoided out of fear.
Kara Pagliarulo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27608
Waitlist for new clients
The effects of trauma can reverberate long after the traumatic experience is over. Traumatic events can overwhelm your ability to cope, leaving you feeling anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, or numb. Traumatic stress can cause you worry, overthink, lose sleep, and have trouble focusing. It can strain your relationships and affect your ability to trust and feel safe. If your trauma has left you feeling stuck, hopeless, or defeated, know that help is available. Healing is possible, and you don't have to go it alone.
The effects of trauma can reverberate long after the traumatic experience is over. Traumatic events can overwhelm your ability to cope, leaving you feeling anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, or numb. Traumatic stress can cause you worry, overthink, lose sleep, and have trouble focusing. It can strain your relationships and affect your ability to trust and feel safe. If your trauma has left you feeling stuck, hopeless, or defeated, know that help is available. Healing is possible, and you don't have to go it alone.
Inner Strength Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with life and the pressures of day to day responsibilities? Sometimes these feelings can be related to stressors that are currently happening or related to past traumas. I empower people to overcome the challenges of day to day life as well as overcoming the toll and burden of carrying the weight of the past. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. I specialize in working with trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with life and the pressures of day to day responsibilities? Sometimes these feelings can be related to stressors that are currently happening or related to past traumas. I empower people to overcome the challenges of day to day life as well as overcoming the toll and burden of carrying the weight of the past. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. I specialize in working with trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
If you're seeking an active therapist who does more than just listen then we're probably a good match. I practice strategic goal-focused therapy. You can verify this by watching my videos, reading my book chapters online and reading about my PTSD work at: www.carycounseling.net. My two specialities are EMDR for PTSD and marriage counseling. I have published in both areas. The EMDR International Association has certified my competence and my theory on the psychophysiological basis for EMDR was published in the Journal of EMDR Practice & Research. My book "The Marriage First Aid Kit" has helped thousands of troubled marriages.
If you're seeking an active therapist who does more than just listen then we're probably a good match. I practice strategic goal-focused therapy. You can verify this by watching my videos, reading my book chapters online and reading about my PTSD work at: www.carycounseling.net. My two specialities are EMDR for PTSD and marriage counseling. I have published in both areas. The EMDR International Association has certified my competence and my theory on the psychophysiological basis for EMDR was published in the Journal of EMDR Practice & Research. My book "The Marriage First Aid Kit" has helped thousands of troubled marriages.
Do you struggle with PTSD? Having frequent nightmares? Overwhelming feelings of fear? Trying to find out who you are while dealing with the effects of trauma can be really hard, and it’s even harder if you’re feeling alone. If you’ve been walking the road of ‘survival’ for a long time, I’m here to help you imagine a life where you can begin to feel grounded, resilient, and free.
Do you struggle with PTSD? Having frequent nightmares? Overwhelming feelings of fear? Trying to find out who you are while dealing with the effects of trauma can be really hard, and it’s even harder if you’re feeling alone. If you’ve been walking the road of ‘survival’ for a long time, I’m here to help you imagine a life where you can begin to feel grounded, resilient, and free.
Samantha Burggraf
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
What you learn today can change the future! Are you having a difficult time with destructive or harmful drug/alcohol use or experiencing stress because a loved one is experiencing harmful or destructive drug/alcohol use patterns? I am excited to help you find freedom from the stress that unhealthy patterns of drug/alcohol use brings into your life. I believe in empowering individuals to find and utilize your strengths to build self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and find passion for life without suffering. I am motivated to help you make lasting positive changes in your life.
What you learn today can change the future! Are you having a difficult time with destructive or harmful drug/alcohol use or experiencing stress because a loved one is experiencing harmful or destructive drug/alcohol use patterns? I am excited to help you find freedom from the stress that unhealthy patterns of drug/alcohol use brings into your life. I believe in empowering individuals to find and utilize your strengths to build self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and find passion for life without suffering. I am motivated to help you make lasting positive changes in your life.
Ellen Pizer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
I offer clients a collaborative approach to address whatever may have brought them to my door. My relationally focused psychodynamic style supports the idea that healing occurs through our connection with others. By providing a safe and solid therapeutic relationship to a person, that person begins to experience a greater range of perspective regarding their own life and the lives around them. With increased self-awareness, individuals are able to recognize that they have more choices in their lives. I have found this to be true regardless of what obstacles a person may be facing.
I offer clients a collaborative approach to address whatever may have brought them to my door. My relationally focused psychodynamic style supports the idea that healing occurs through our connection with others. By providing a safe and solid therapeutic relationship to a person, that person begins to experience a greater range of perspective regarding their own life and the lives around them. With increased self-awareness, individuals are able to recognize that they have more choices in their lives. I have found this to be true regardless of what obstacles a person may be facing.
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27601
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service is dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical services to assist individuals with reaching their fullest potentials. We at Changing Lives provides service to the following individuals: child, adolescents, adults, geriatric and the LGBTQ populations. Our staff consists of highly qualified. experienced and knowledgeable Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (Associates) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (Associates). Our licensed staff provide community based, office based and remote counseling. CLTS also works with preferred providers to provide medication to our patients.
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service is dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical services to assist individuals with reaching their fullest potentials. We at Changing Lives provides service to the following individuals: child, adolescents, adults, geriatric and the LGBTQ populations. Our staff consists of highly qualified. experienced and knowledgeable Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (Associates) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (Associates). Our licensed staff provide community based, office based and remote counseling. CLTS also works with preferred providers to provide medication to our patients.
We all have times we need to talk about ourselves, relationships, or situation to best figure things out. I provide a safe and active environment where you can focus completely on yourself without fear of judgment, and we work together to find ways to improve things. I help people solve a variety of life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, and general life stress, to name a few.
We all have times we need to talk about ourselves, relationships, or situation to best figure things out. I provide a safe and active environment where you can focus completely on yourself without fear of judgment, and we work together to find ways to improve things. I help people solve a variety of life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, and general life stress, to name a few.
Alicia Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPCC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27601 (Online Only)
In our work together, I will create a non-judgmental, affirming, explorative and collaborative space. I practice from a relational approach, bringing my whole self to our therapy and am not simply a "blank slate". I believe in therapy as a space for change and will work with you to identify your goals and very intentionally move toward them together.
In our work together, I will create a non-judgmental, affirming, explorative and collaborative space. I practice from a relational approach, bringing my whole self to our therapy and am not simply a "blank slate". I believe in therapy as a space for change and will work with you to identify your goals and very intentionally move toward them together.
Douglas Phares
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
Hi, I am Doug Phares a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) residing in the state of North Carolina. I have several years experience working with various clients from the ages 5 through adulthood. In my practice I have helped clients find positive solutions to problems with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, substance use, ADHD, mood disorders, and other related disorders.
Hi, I am Doug Phares a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) residing in the state of North Carolina. I have several years experience working with various clients from the ages 5 through adulthood. In my practice I have helped clients find positive solutions to problems with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, substance use, ADHD, mood disorders, and other related disorders.
Nicole Winter
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27602 (Online Only)
Over the years I have gained education, experience and various training to provide Clients with trauma-informed care. Trauma can include relationship issues, complex childhood, loss, and health challenges. My passion is to help you feel empowered about making decisions that create meaning and enhance your sense of fulfillment in life.
Over the years I have gained education, experience and various training to provide Clients with trauma-informed care. Trauma can include relationship issues, complex childhood, loss, and health challenges. My passion is to help you feel empowered about making decisions that create meaning and enhance your sense of fulfillment in life.
Stephanie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27610 (Online Only)
My clients can expect to feel guided and supported in the processes of change, healing, understanding, and empowerment.
My clients can expect to feel guided and supported in the processes of change, healing, understanding, and empowerment.
Alison Cross
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, CPCS, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27601
Hi I'm Alison Cross! I am a psychotherapist, and I provide both in person and virtual services in Georgia and North Carolina. It’s important to have an idea of what feels like the right fit when you’re looking for a qualified person to talk to. The problem is, how do you know? So here's what it looks like with me. When my client leaves our session, my goal is for them to feel heard and respected. I want my clients to feel like they’re talking to a real person. How else can trust be built? My style has been described as 'down to earth, gentle, and encouraging.' I also have a great sense of humor that comes in only when appropriate.
Hi I'm Alison Cross! I am a psychotherapist, and I provide both in person and virtual services in Georgia and North Carolina. It’s important to have an idea of what feels like the right fit when you’re looking for a qualified person to talk to. The problem is, how do you know? So here's what it looks like with me. When my client leaves our session, my goal is for them to feel heard and respected. I want my clients to feel like they’re talking to a real person. How else can trust be built? My style has been described as 'down to earth, gentle, and encouraging.' I also have a great sense of humor that comes in only when appropriate.
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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.