Are you struggling with the effects of dissociative disorders?
Right now, as a result of dissociative symptoms, you may be experiencing:
- Feeling detached from yourself, as if you’re watching your life from a distance
- Gaps in your memory about certain events or even entire periods of your life
- A sense that the world around you isn’t real or is somehow distorted
- Feeling like a stranger to yourself when you look in the mirror
- Different parts of yourself that seem to have different thoughts, feelings, or memories
- Suddenly finding yourself somewhere with no recollection of how you got there
You're realizing that your dissociative symptoms are getting in the way of your life:
- You’re losing time during the day and can’t account for what happened
- Your relationships suffer because you feel disconnected even when physically present
- You struggle to stay present for important moments in your life
- You feel like different people are living inside you, sometimes taking control
- Daily functioning is difficult when you can’t stay grounded in reality
You’re wondering…
- Am I going crazy, or is there an explanation for what I’m experiencing?
- Why do I feel so detached from myself and the world around me?
- Will I ever feel whole and integrated again?
- How can I stop losing time and stay present in my life?
- Is this connected to things that happened to me in the past?
You’re longing for…
- A sense of being whole and integrated rather than fragmented.
- The ability to stay present in your body and in the moment.
- Continuous awareness without gaps in time or memory.
- Understanding of why your mind protects itself this way.
- Compassion for the protective function these symptoms serve.
- Skills to ground yourself when dissociation begins.
How we can help you.
At our trauma-informed therapy center, we understand that dissociation often develops as a protective response to overwhelming trauma. Our specialized therapists are trained in phase-based trauma treatment that respects the protective function of dissociation while gradually building your capacity for integration. We combine approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and EMDR to address both the symptoms and underlying trauma causing your dissociative experiences.
What you’re longing for is possible.
By pursuing trauma therapy for dissociative symptoms, you can imagine the following:
Frequent dissociative episodes where you feel detached from yourself and your surroundings.
Increased present-moment awareness and the ability to stay grounded in your body and environment.
Gaps in memory and lost time that leave you confused and frightened.
More continuous awareness and fewer instances of lost time.
Feeling like different parts of you are in conflict or taking control.
Better internal communication and cooperation between different aspects of yourself.
Disconnection from your body and physical sensations.
Increased body awareness and the ability to use physical sensations as information.
Fear of your dissociative experiences and what they might mean.
Understanding of dissociation as a creative survival mechanism that protected you.
Difficulty distinguishing between past trauma and present reality.
The ability to recognize when you're being triggered and bring yourself back to the present moment.
What if I’m Not Ready?
Not Quite Ready to Book a Complimentary Concierge Matching Call? That’s Okay.
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make this decision easier for you.
Starting therapy can bring up mixed feelings—part of you might be eager, while another part hesitates to confront deeply buried emotions. You might doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time or had disappointing experiences with untrained therapists or life coaches. At Evergreen Counseling, our trauma-trained therapists are deeply committed to providing expert care.
Here’s How We Can Help You Move Forward
- Complimentary Concierge Matching Call: Our concierge matching call is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share your concerns, and see if our approach feels right for you—without any obligation.
- Reimbursement Options: Concerned about the cost? We can guide you on how to get reimbursed for therapy using your out-of-network insurance benefits, making high-quality care more accessible to you.
- Informed Decision: Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring your options, we want you to feel fully informed and confident in your choice.
