Therapy for Dissociation

Dissociation is a protective response that can occur when overwhelming experiences exceed our ability to cope. It may feel like being disconnected from your emotions, body, memories, or surroundings.

Dissociation occurs on a spectrum, meaning that some people experience mild dissociation, while others experience more severe symptoms.

For many adults, dissociation developed as an adaptive survival strategy in response to childhood trauma. While it may have helped protect you then, it can create challenges in relationships, emotional connection, and daily life as an adult.

Signs You May Be Experiencing Dissociation

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• Feeling disconnected from yourself

• Emotional numbness

• Difficulty accessing feelings

• Memory gaps

• Feeling "on autopilot"

• Losing time

• Feeling unreal or detached

• Struggling to stay present during stress

• Feeling disconnected in relationships