Therapy Experiences and the creation of a new alter Dissociative Identity Disorder

This episode dives into Debbie's therapy journey. She talks about how a good therapist can help in a positive, powerful way. But when therapy goes bad, it can go really bad. And in Debbie's case, create a new adult alter.
There are 3 adult alters within Debbie’s DID system. Her whole life, no matter who is operating the body, she has used the name Debbie to refer to herself when engaging with others in a public setting.  But within her inner world, there are Debi, sometimes called “Debi with an ‘i’”, Debbie, sometimes referred to as  “Debbie IE”, and Deb.  You will hear all of these alters tell their story of therapy.
If you would like to learn more about Debbie and how you can help support her, please visit www.DebbieKlose.com. 
 
Mental health resources: 
If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. 
Advocacy, support, and educational resources:
National Alliance on Mental Illness
International Society for the Study of Trauma & Dissociation (ISSTD)
An Infinite Mind
DissociaDID
Beauty After Bruises
System Speak
Pete Walker’s emotional flashback management strategies:


Special THANK YOU to...  
Editor Austin Blackwell
Music by Ian Post, Dusk
Dr. Tara Peyman
Debbie Klose