Demystifying Dissociation: Principles, Best Practices, and Clinical Approaches

The purpose of this course is to equip clinicians with the knowledge and skills that they need to better understand dissociation and its connection to trauma. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.


Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:


1. Define dissociation in a trauma-focused manner.

2. Describe the impact and manifestations of trauma and dissociation on the brain.

3. Identify common myths about working with dissociative clients in psychotherapy, including historical roots.

4. Outline diagnostic criteria for dissociative disorders.

5. Describe the Dissociative Profile exercise.

6. Describe the screening tools and inventories available for use in clinical settings regarding dissociation.

7. Apply personal metaphor and parts work in the care of clients with dissociation.

8. Outline the similarities between addiction and dissociation and how they can be framed.

9. Discuss key components of successful treatment planning for clients with dissociation.

10. Implement approaches for early and later phases of dissociative disorder treatment.


This 10-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.