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If you know what to listen and watch for, you can get clues about whether or not a therapist is trauma-informed. Listen for how they talk about safety, pacing, and…

If you have reason to believe you have Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and your therapist does not believe it is real, it may be time to look for a different…

If you want to talk with your therapist about dissociation or Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), starting with a list can help. For a week or two, jot down anything you…

This is extremely common in dissociative systems. Often it is protector parts who resist therapy because they are concerned that therapy could destabilize the system. One common misunderstanding is the…

A therapist who is specifically knowledgeable about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is ideal, but they are not always available. A trauma-informed therapist who is open to learning about dissociation and…

Therapy for Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is typically trauma-informed and phase-oriented, with an emphasis on safety, stabilization, and careful pacing. Treatment often includes psychoeducation, skill-building, and gradual trauma processing rather…

Yes, therapy can help Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Trauma therapy is typically structured in phases (see Explore More below for more information). Treatment for DID is often measured in years…

Can Therapy Actually Help DID? How Can I Tell If A Therapist Is Truly Trauma-Informed Before I Start Therapy? How Do I Bring Up Dissociation Or DID With My Therapist?…

No, there is no “normal” number of alters in a dissociative system. System size can vary considerably, ranging from only a few alters to dozens or even hundreds. Systems with…

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is missed or overlooked for multiple reasons. One is that systems usually work very hard to be unnoticed. Another reason is lack of training among therapists…