Therapeutic dissociation: Compartmentalization and absorption

Milder forms of dissociation often provide a defensive function diminishing the impact of disturbing emotional states. It is proposed that compartmentalization and absorption can be applied as psychotherapy strategies. Therapeutic compartmentalization and therapeutic absorption are easy to learn and master, and can be used to treat anxiety, depression, and other adverse emotional states. Therapeutic dissociation strategies fit in well with the real-life eclectic mix of techniques used by most psychotherapists, and can serve as an adjunct to other forms of therapy.