Working Therapeutically with Dissociative Disorders
Including Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) — facilitated by Carolyn & Anna
A grounded introduction to working with dissociation
Supporting clients with dissociative experiences can feel complex, uncertain, and at times overwhelming — particularly when working with more complex presentations like DID.
This workshop offers a grounded, practical starting point. Drawing on their clinical experience, Carolyn and Anna guide you through key concepts in a way that feels accessible, safe, and immediately applicable in practice.
The focus is on building confidence — moving away from uncertainty and towards a steady, compassionate approach that prioritises stabilisation, safety, and therapeutic connection for both you and your client.
· · ·What you'll explore
Six areas of focus across the day:
Recognising dissociation
How to identify and understand dissociative processes when they appear in the therapy room.
Safe and ethical practice
Working responsibly with complex presentations — boundaries, pacing, and risk awareness.
Grounding and stabilisation
Practical tools to support clients in building safety and internal stability.
Parts and identities
Managing the therapeutic relationship when multiple parts or identities are present in session.
Therapist self-awareness
Maintaining your own stability and recognising your responses when working with dissociation.
Depersonalisation and derealisation
Understanding how these experiences present in clients, and how to work with them therapeutically.
A reflective space for therapists at any stage
This workshop is designed as an accessible starting point. You don't need prior experience of working with dissociation to attend.
- Trainee therapists building foundational knowledge in complex presentations
- Qualified counsellors or psychotherapists wanting to work more confidently with dissociation
- Practitioners who have encountered dissociative presentations and want a firmer grounding
- Mental health professionals looking to deepen their understanding of trauma-related disorders
Held by experienced practitioners who understand the journey
This workshop is led by Carolyn Fitzpatrick and Anna Noden — both experienced counsellors, business founders, and clinical supervisors. They bring honesty, warmth, and real-world clinical experience to their teaching.
Carolyn Fitzpatrick
Counsellor · Business Founder · Clinical SupervisorCarolyn brings grounded, real-world insight into what it means to support clients with complex presentations, drawing on years of clinical and supervisory experience.
Anna Noden
Counsellor · Business Founder · Clinical SupervisorAnna offers honest, supportive guidance rooted in lived experience — helping practitioners feel clearer and more confident when working with dissociation.
A calm, structured space to learn, reflect, and ask questions
A gentle start
We begin by setting the tone for the day — creating a calm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable to listen, reflect, and engage.
Practical guidance
Carolyn and Anna guide you through key concepts in dissociation and DID, with honest clinical insight and accessible frameworks for practice.
Space to ask questions
Throughout the day there's time to ask questions, share experiences if you wish, and gain clarity on what matters most in your work.
Skills to take away
You'll leave with practical tools, a clearer understanding of dissociative presentations, and skills you can begin using in practice straight away.
What you need to know
CPD certificate included. All attendees receive a CPD certificate on completion of the day, suitable for inclusion in your professional development log.
Honest reflections from therapists who have taken the step before
I found today fabulous and insightful.
Previous attendeeVery engaging and real presenters — enjoyable and very useful.
Workshop participantI really valued being able to ask questions throughout the day.
Previous attendeeThanks so much for demystifying it all.
Workshop participantSecure your space
Places are limited. Early bird pricing is available until June 5th.
£70
Save £15 — book before the deadline
£85
Full price after early bird closes
A few things you might be wondering
Deepen your practice with clarity and support
A reflective, accessible space to develop skills and confidence in working with dissociative disorders — skills you can begin to use straight away.