Wise Mind: A DBT Podcast

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.
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This 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)
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Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)
26/9
Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT
We 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.
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Crisis Support
This 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 4636
13YARN – 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)
26/9
Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT
We 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 Skills
Welcome 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!

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This 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 4636
13YARN – 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 DBT
We 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 Skills
Welcome 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.

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Crisis Support
This 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 4636
13YARN – 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 DBT
We 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.
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Crisis Support
This 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 4636
13YARN – 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)
26/9
Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT
We 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.