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(JD) · Apr 02, 2009, 06:29 PM

Dissociation is a coping mechanism. (((hug)))

Why not ask your T exactly what she thinks about DID and go from there? Even with some Ts who do not accept the "usual" definition, they will follow therapeutic paths to help you heal. (A rose by any other name...)

But I think it's good that you know your T is there for you and "believes" in all of you, and your coping.

Journaling is good for those with such dissociation. If you have some who cannot write, then provide space for drawing or other outlet for creating objects to share how they are feeling. Be sure to write notes TO yourselves, especially when it might be very important for you to be "in control" such as driving or taking tests (whatever.)

All of you is important. If you weren't so intelligent, your brain might not have been able to dissociate and wall off some of the events or memories you might normally find too much to bear. Unfortunately dissociation like this tends to work against a person as they age.

I'm glad you are going to a therapist. I trust you will find your healing path there.