Clinically DID, Culturally Plural: The Need For Cultural Humility in Trauma Therapy

THIS OFFERING IS IN PERSON at our BERGSTROM CONFERENCE CENTER IN FOXBORO

This workshop is designed to address and clarify common misunderstandings about dissociation. Learners will examine the developing culture of multiplicity and plurality and consider how these concepts can inform trauma therapy. The workshop will also provide guidance on how to respond respectfully and effectively to individuals who self-diagnose with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) or identify with Plurality. Additionally, the session will explore strategies that therapists can use to deepen their understanding of dissociative adaptations and foster more meaningful interactions with dissociative clients.

Presenter: Melissa Parker, LMHC

About our presenter:

Melissa is a licensed mental health counselor who enjoys working with older adolescents and adults who live with the effects of complex trauma. Melissa’s work and perspectives are rooted in anti-oppression practice, and the lenses of trauma-informed developmental, humanist, and transpersonal psychology. They take an integrative approach to therapy and utilize whole-person modalities such as EMDR, humanistic talk therapy, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and sensory/somatic-based interventions. Melissa also offers psychedelic integration therapy. Melissa welcomes the opportunity to connect with individuals from all walks of life and seeks to work from a place of cultural humility and respect. They hold a special interest in providing support and therapy to mental health professionals who have lived experience with mental health concerns, trauma, and dissociation. They also have an interest and experience in supporting individuals who seek to integrate profound spiritual experiences into daily life.

Saturday November 7, 2026 from 9am-12pm

Location: 17 Cocasset Street, Foxboro MA, 3rd Floor

[allow 15-30 minutes after the workshop to complete the evaluation]

3 CEUs

Members: $110

Non-members: $150

Cancellation Policy: 

MaMHCA maintains a strict cancellation policy: If you cancel prior to 14 days before the event, you will receive a credit towards a future session, or a refund of the registration fee less $35 processing.

Cancellations within 14 days of an event do not receive a refund or credit.