EMDR Therapists with Lived Experience of Dissociation and/or Plurality Speak
One of the reasons that I/we decided to come out in the EMDR community as a person with a dissociative system (having been formally diagnosed
August 21, 2024
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Category: Dissociation & Addiction
Imaginary Friends
When we are called imaginary, we reappear. When we are called real, we disappear. When no one arrives, we appear. When no one calls, a
August 8, 2024
Freedom is What You Do With What Has Been Done To You
As I share this reflection with the world on my twenty-second sobriety birthday, I recognize that many folks in the trauma recovery movement may take
July 8, 2024
Lived Experience as a Therapist with Dissociative Identities
As someone with dissociative identities, I have found trying to access support and gain understanding about myself a real challenge. The word dissociation was used
June 24, 2024
The Capacity to Be Honest
Dr. Jamie Marich explores their journey through addiction recovery and trauma treatment, emphasizing the transformative power of honesty in confronting societal stigmas, challenging clinical norms, and advocating for authenticity and inclusivity in trauma care.
February 29, 2024
Being Myselves
“Nice to meet you, what’s your name?” “Hi, I’m . . . uh . . . Le . . .I mean Ky . . .uh
November 22, 2023
To My Fellow Plural Therapists—We See You and Honor You
“In her interview for this project [Dissociation Made Simple], I asked her [my therapist Elizabeth Davis] if she had any concerns about me coming out
February 6, 2023
The Dissociation Made Simple Playlist
The process of making playlists is a great joy for me and an important aspect of living life in expressive arts process. These songs emerged,
January 12, 2023
Understanding Dissociation: A Journey of Discovering Us
What is dissociation? Apparently, it’s when you have the urge to say something, have a thought, or experience a feeling followed by the overwhelming sense
January 4, 2023