About this Event
Dissociative Identity Disorder demystified: unveiling the commonality and recognising the symptoms
Did you know that DID is more common than Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorder?# Come along to learn about how to recognise the symptoms in your practice and build your confidence in working directly with these clients.
#Using statistics from the DSM-V
Currently, clinicians are still taught that DID is a rare condition that one would likely only see once in their career. As part of professional practice, it is essential that the information we work with is evidence based, where the statistics for the prevalence of DID being starkly different to what we are led to believe. As such, this presentation is a must if you work clinically.
This presentation aims to provide a re-education on Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) within a System-affirming framework. Recognizing the symptoms to watch for in your clinical practice can enhance evidence-based approaches, allowing you to leverage your existing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) skills effectively when working with clients who experience multiplicity.
About this event:
The format will be a 1-hour, lecture-style presentation, in an informal setting, including an opportunity for open Q&A – bring your questions!
Key Learning Objectives
- Recognising the symptoms of DID and unlearning the myths taught to us.
- Learning who to apply a System-affirming framework to these clients to enhance CBT skills.
This session is recommended for all levels of clinician.
Duration & Format / Training Modalities
This event will be approx. 60 minutes for CPD and Q&A. This event does not include any catering in the ticket price.
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 6:45pm start.
Please note that this venue is not wheelchair accessible.
References – readings
- International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (2011): Guidelines for Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder in Adults, Third Revision, Journal of Trauma & Dissociation, 12:2, 115-187
- Kezelman, C. & Stavropoulos, P. (2020) Guidelines for Supervisors of Therapists who Work with Complex Trauma and Dissociation. BlueKnot Foundation
- The Finding Solid Ground Program Workbook by Brand, Schielke and Lanius (2022)
Johanna, known as Joh, is a registered psychologist and serves as the director of Guided Healing Psychology. Her professional focus lies primarily in clinical practice, dedicating her work to supporting those with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) / Otherwise Specified Dissociative Disorder (OSDD).
Devoted to fostering accurate comprehension of DID/OSDD among both clients and fellow practitioners, Joh has authored two books. One is an eBook designed for clinicians engaged in DID therapy focusing on the basics, while the other is a children's book titled "My Mommy Has Multiple Parts," aimed at parents with DID in helping them normalise the condition with their children. Joh has shared her insights at various conferences, delivered focused lectures at multiple universities for both faculty and students. As a co-administrator of a global Facebook group for clinicians working with dissociative disorders, she actively engages with members from around the world. Joh has conducted numerous, free, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions for her colleagues via this Facebook group and offers individual and group supervision as a Board Approved Supervisor.
Additionally, Joh has conducted bespoke training sessions for organisations working under the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) who support participants diagnosed with DID. These sessions have provided staff of all levels; company owners, support coordinators, support workers etc individualised training of system-affirming care and foundational knowledge of DID.
Currently, Joh is diligently working on her third book, with plans for publication in late 2024 or early 2025.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
RedBrick Hotel, 83 Annerley Road, Woolloongabba, Australia
AUD 0.00 to AUD 50.00
