Dissociative Disorders Treatment in Columbus, OH
Trauma-informed evaluation, psychotherapy, grounding skills, and coordinated care—so you can feel safer, more connected, and in control.
Provider: Joshua Ndematebem, PMHNP-BC — Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Contact & Location
Address: 3184 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204
Phone: 614-655-4524
Email: info@arizonwellness.com
What Are Dissociative Disorders?
Dissociation is a protective response to overwhelming stress or trauma that can create gaps in memory, a sense of detachment, or changes in identity or perception. Dissociative disorders are treatable, and many people recover meaningful connection with self and others through supportive, paced care.
Types & Common Symptoms
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
- Discontinuity in sense of self; distinct internal states/parts
- Gaps in recall of everyday events or personal information
Dissociative Amnesia
- Inability to recall important personal information (often trauma-related)
- May include fugue (travel or wandering with memory loss)
Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder
- Feeling detached from self/body (depersonalization)
- Feeling surroundings are unreal or foggy (derealization)
Heads up — Symptoms can vary in intensity and may be triggered by stress, reminders of trauma, sleep loss, or substances.
Contributing Factors & Risks
- History of trauma (childhood or adulthood), chronic stress
- Attachment disruption; unsafe environments
- Co-occurring anxiety, depression, PTSD, or substance use
- Sleep deprivation or medical conditions that increase vulnerability
We take a compassionate, whole-person approach that emphasizes safety and stabilization first.
Evaluation: How We Assess
- Collaborative clinical interview and history (at your pace and with consent)
- Screening for dissociative symptoms, trauma, mood, anxiety, sleep, and safety
- Review of medical factors, medications, and substance use
- Identification of triggers, early-warning signs, and grounding resources
Assessment guides a stepwise plan centered on stabilization, choice, and consent.
Dissociative Disorder Care at Arizon Wellness
Phase-Oriented Psychotherapy
Stabilization and safety planning, grounding and regulation skills, then—when appropriate and at your pace—processing traumatic memories and integrating experiences. We coordinate with therapists trained in trauma-focused approaches.
Skills & Grounding
Breathing and sensory grounding, orientation cues, parts-aware self-talk, journaling, and distress-tolerance strategies to reduce dissociation and improve day-to-day functioning.
Medication Management (for Co-Occurring Symptoms)
While no medication “treats dissociation” directly, targeted options can help with anxiety, depression, sleep, or PTSD-related symptoms. We individualize dosing and monitor closely.
Care Coordination & Support
Collaboration with your therapist, primary care, and community resources; plans for sleep, nutrition, and routine; and gentle return-to-work/school strategies.
Request an AppointmentWhen to Seek Help
- Recurrent detachment, time loss, or memory gaps
- Feeling unreal, numb, or disconnected much of the day
- Functioning at work/school or in relationships is affected
- Symptoms linked to trauma reminders or high stress
If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are dissociative disorders?
Conditions involving disruptions in memory, identity, perception, or sense of self—often related to trauma or overwhelming stress.
What does depersonalization/derealization feel like?
Depersonalization can feel like being outside yourself; derealization can feel like the world is unreal or hazy.
How are these conditions treated?
First-line care is trauma-informed psychotherapy with stabilization and grounding skills; medications can help co-occurring anxiety, depression, or sleep problems.
Can I begin via telehealth?
Yes. We can start with skills and safety planning online and transition to in-person care as needed.
Is my care confidential?
Yes—your privacy is protected by law. We share information only with your consent, except in rare safety situations.
