Dissociation Part 2: What Happens Next?

Welcome to Part 3 of our discussion series!This is a topic we want to give the time, space and care it deserves, so we've decided to break the conversation into multiple parts.In this episode, we take a deeper dive into dissociation and dissociative disorders, with a particular focus on Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).We also introduce you to Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work. As Dick Schwartz famously says, "There are no bad parts."And here's the thing, we all have parts! Our work part, our angry part, our people-pleasing part, our inner critic, even our lazy part! What might it look like to get curious about these different parts of ourselves rather than judging or trying to get rid of them?Join us as we explore our internal worlds, unpack some of the theory and consider what parts work can teach us about ourselves and others.🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.WANT MORE?!Wanting more weekly Wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

Dissociation Part 2: Going Deeper 🧠In Part 2 of our conversation about dissociation, we’re going a little deeper.How do we actually work out whether someone is experiencing dissociation? What does assessment look like, and what happens once we identify it?We explore how clinicians assess dissociative experiences, what we’re looking for, and how to distinguish dissociation from other experiences that can sometimes look or feel similar. We then dive deeper into what can contribute to dissociation and, importantly, what we can actually do next.A deeper, practical conversation about assessment, understanding dissociation, and moving beyond simply recognising the symptoms.If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)26/9Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

Dissociation: What Is It, Really? Ever feel like you’re there… but not really there? Or like the world suddenly feels distant, dreamlike, or strangely unfamiliar?In this episode of Wise Mind: A DBT Podcast, we’re diving into dissociation , what it actually is, why it happens, and what it can look and feel like.We break down some of the common signs and symptoms of dissociation, including feeling disconnected from yourself or your surroundings, emotional numbness, “spacing out,” memory gaps, and experiences of depersonalisation or derealisation.We also explore why dissociation can be a protective response, particularly when our brains and nervous systems are overwhelmed, and why understanding what’s happening can be an important first step towards responding with curiosity rather than fear.No jargon, no diagnosing yourself from TikTok , just a practical, trauma- informed introduction to understanding dissociation.If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)26/9Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

HOLIDAY MODE | Re-Share: Mindfulness - WHAT & HOW SkillsWelcome back to Wise Mind! 🧡We’re taking a much-needed DBT break! Here in Australia, it’s school holidays and summer is in full swing, so we’re pressing pause on the podcast for the next two weeks to soak up some sunshine, rest and recharge. And a big welcome to all our new listeners! While we’re away, we’re bringing you an oldie but a goodie from the early days of Wise Mind — an episode we think is definitely worth revisiting.So, settle in and enjoy this throwback episode all about mindfulness and our WHAT & HOW Skills. 🧠And if you’re missing your weekly Wise Mind fix, don’t worry! We’re still releasing new content every week over on Patreon, including bonus content and resources. Head to our website to find the link and join us over there!We’ll see you back here after the break with more Wise Mind, more DBT and more conversations about making sense of our wonderfully messy brains.See you in two weeks! If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

HOLIDAY MODE 🌴 | Re-Share: ABC SkillsWelcome back to Wise Mind! 🧡We’re taking a much-needed DBT break! Here in Australia, it’s school holidays and summer is in full swing, so we’re pressing pause on the podcast for the next two weeks to soak up some sunshine, rest and recharge. And a big welcome to all our new listeners! While we’re away, we’re bringing you an oldie but a goodie from the early days of Wise Mind an episode we think is definitely worth revisiting.So, settle in and enjoy this throwback episode all about ABC Skills. And if you’re missing your weekly Wise Mind fix, don’t worry! We’re still releasing new content every week over on Patreon, including bonus content and resources. Head to our website to find the link and join us over there!We’ll see you back here after the break with more Wise Mind, more DBT and more conversations about making sense of our wonderfully messy brains.See you in two weeks! If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

In Part 2, Maddy and Raich from Wise Mind are continuing the conversation around self-harm but this time, we’re getting practical. What do we do when someone isn’t ready to stop? We explore harm minimisation, how to support someone without judgement, and why meeting people where they’re at can be an important part of the work. We chat about what helpful support can actually look like, how to have these conversations safely, and how we can stay connected with someone even when they’re not ready to make a change!!If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)26/9Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

In this episode, Maddy and Raich from Wise Mind are diving into a topic that can be difficult, misunderstood and sometimes pretty uncomfortable to talk about self-harm (In all its many forms). We chat about what it actually is, why people might turn to it, and what purpose it can serve. We also share how we approach working with self-harm in our clinical practice and why our approach differs slightly from the way Marsha Linehan talks about it in traditional DBT. As always, we’re keeping it real, compassionate and practical because understanding the behaviour is often the first step towards finding a different way through.If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)26/9Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

Social Signals & Connection: The Skills That Help Us ConnectWhy can connecting with others sometimes feel so difficult, even when we really want connection? In this episode of Wise Mind, we explore the role of social signalling the small verbal and non-verbal cues we use to communicate warmth, interest and openness to others.We explore the “flat face” and how our facial expressions, body language and tone can unintentionally communicate disinterest or distance, even when we’re feeling anxious or wanting connection. We unpack the fear of rejection that can make us pull back, avoid eye contact, or wait for others to make the first move.Most importantly, we explore practical skills for creating connection, including noticing our social signals, practising warmth and curiosity, showing genuine interest, initiating conversations and tolerating the discomfort that can come with vulnerability.Because connection isn't always about finding the “right” people sometimes it starts with learning how to signal, “I'm open to connecting.”If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

The Loneliness Epidemic: Why We Feel So AloneLoneliness is becoming increasingly recognised as a significant public health concern but what actually happens when we feel disconnected from others? In this episode of Wise Mind, we explore the research behind the loneliness epidemic and why feeling connected is such a fundamental human need.We unpack the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, and explore what research tells us about the impact of chronic loneliness on our emotional wellbeing, stress response, physical health and relationships. We also look at why loneliness can become a cycle: feeling disconnected can lead us to withdraw, which can make meaningful connection even harder to find.From the neuroscience of social connection to the psychology of belonging, we explore what loneliness might be trying to communicate and how we can respond to it more effectively.Because loneliness isn't a personal failure it's a deeply human experience and a signal that connection matters.If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

The Neuroscience of Self-Compassion 🧠💛In this episode of Wise Mind, Raich and Maddy dive into the science behind self-compassion and explore why being kind to ourselves can sometimes feel surprisingly uncomfortable.We unpack what actually happens in the brain and nervous system when we practise compassion, how self-compassion can influence stress, emotional regulation and our ability to cope with difficult experiences, and why it is so much more than simply “being nice to yourself.”We also explore practical ways to begin building self-compassion into everyday life, including the often-overlooked yang side of compassion — the protective, courageous and action-oriented side that might challenge everything you thought compassion was supposed to look like.If self-compassion makes you cringe, feel uncomfortable, or sounds a little too “woo woo,” this episode is for you!If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Want More Wise Mind?!Wanting more weekly Wise Mind? Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week.Find the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.www.wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TikTok: Wise Mind: A DBT PodcastThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out:Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue: 1300 22 463613YARN: 13 92 76 (24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services: 000 (if you are in immediate danger)We honour Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind: A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honour her legacy.Contact UsCrisis SupportAcknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT