Comment by Adam on 29 Nov 2011 at 9:50 pm

Dear Karen,

Contrary to disbelief I don’t believe in anyone with many different people parts living together in one body. Not possible and not in the bible. Did you know doctors laugh when someone claims to dissociate. I bet you Dr. Baer laughed every day he treated you. I bet you were his entertainment and the reason he kept treating you. Face it. Most therapists are bored to death listening to dysfunctional people BUT you, my God, are the most interesting prize for a frustrated pent up unemotionally charged, narcissistic therapist. I have to say you must of made Dr. Baers work a joy and challenge. Like Frankenstein. The Mind. The Phantom Hand. However, no matter what I think you are the kindest writer and caring woman who has answered people with heartfelt love. I like you. But can’t get your illness. Are you sure Dr. Baer didn’t force these alters on your during hypnosis.

Adam, Utah

Dear Adam,

You want to know something, in the beginning I actually thought the same thing? There is no one like me in the Bible, but truly I am one of God’s children, and therefore I’m real, just like you. God created each of us to be unique and to serve His purpose. I am no different than anyone else except for the fact that my mind created an amazing coping mechanism for me to survive horrific abuse.

I’m sure some doctors would laugh when faced with treating a multiple patient.  There are many bizarre and interesting moments that are priceless in the way a multiple, like me, lived day in and day out. Laughter and humor have healing powers, and Dr. Baer and I shared some funny moments during my therapy years.  Again, if you can’t laugh at yourself and laugh with a trusted person then how can you heal?

I laughed to myself hearing your description of how you see therapists.   Realistically, therapists are doing a job and to the best of their ability.  They need to be an attuned listener, without judgment or interference, for their patient to share their thoughts and feelings. And yes, I believe it was a joy, annoying, and a challenge for Dr. Baer to treat me. But together, as a team, we worked hard to help me heal. We shared many endearing moments to build trust and mutual respect.

I’m glad to say Dr. Baer never once forced my alters to do anything they didn’t want to.

Thank you so much for your kind compliments and challenging questions. I hope my answers help you understand the therapy process.

Wishing you all my best,

Karen