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  • 370. Dissociative Identity Disorder w/ Dr. Chrissy Mannion

    370. Dissociative Identity Disorder w/ Dr. Chrissy Mannion

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    How many of us have wondered if dissociative identity disorder is “real”? There’s certainly a lot of debate in the field about this topic, and I myself have questioned DID since first reading about it in the late 90’s. My guest today, Dr. Chrissy Mannion, has extensive experience treating DID. Chrissy and I discuss many aspects of DID, including:

    • The history and debate around DID’s authenticity
    • The relationship between DID and trauma
    • “Red flags” to look for when assessing for DID
    • Treatment options for individuals with DID

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    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Chrissy Mannion

    Dr. Chrissy Mannion is a clinical psychologist, group practice owner, EMDR Certified Therapist, and Consultant-in-Training licensed in NY and IL. She was previously the Testing Coordinator for a group practice in Chicago and currently provides therapy, testing, and consultation services in her own NY-based practice, Mindful Psychology. Her therapeutic specialty is complex trauma and dissociation.

    Get in touch:

    Website: www.mindfulpsychology.us
    Email: drchrissy@mindfulpsychology.us
    IG: drchrissy_mindfulpsychology

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

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  • 189. All About Selective Mutism w/ Dr. Aimee Kotrba (Replay)

    189. All About Selective Mutism w/ Dr. Aimee Kotrba (Replay)

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    Have any of you worked with non-verbal kids? Many of us have. I’ve had several kids who were not speaking well into childhood and struggled with diagnostic impressions. In a few cases, it turned out to be selective mutism. My guest today, Dr. Aimee Kotrba, is an expert in this area. Aimee has specialized in selective mutism for years and shares a ton of helpful information during our interview. We talk about many key points like…

    • What exactly is selective mutism?
    • What are some common differential diagnoses?
    • How do you assess for selective mutism?
    • What are some common treatments for selective mutism?

    Cool Things Mentioned


    The Testing Psychologist podcast is now approved for CEU’s!

    I’m excited to announce that I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Aimee Kotrba

    Dr. Aimee Kotrba is the owner and lead psychologist of Thriving Minds Behavioral Health, a pediatric psychology clinic with locations in Brighton and Chelsea, Michigan, dedicated to providing exceptional, research-based behavioral treatment for Selective Mutism and related anxiety issues. Dr. Kotrba is a nationally-recognized speaker and expert on the assessment and treatment of Selective Mutism, and is the coauthor of Overcoming Selective Mutism: A Field Guide for Parents as well as the author of Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents.

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and grew to include nine licensed clinicians, three clinicians in training, and a full administrative staff. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

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