Dissociation is often “hidden in plain sight,” with its diverse and confusing presentations frequently leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment. Many highly dissociative clients report hearing voices, often resulting in a misdiagnosis of psychosis, while others are misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or even malingering. These missteps can demoralize clients and clinicians alike. Adding to the complexity, record numbers of youth are now self-diagnosing with “dissociative identity disorder” after exposure to social media portrayals. Clinicians face the difficult task of distinguishing genuine dissociative disorders from malingered, factitious, imitative, or mixed presentations. In this interactive master class, Dr. Bethany Brand will provide the evidence-based training clinicians urgently need to differentiate trauma-related dissociation from other disorders and challenges. Attendees will learn how to use key assessment tools, explore critical diagnostic distinctions, and navigate therapeutic approaches to discussing assessment results with clients—including those whose self-diagnosis isn’t confirmed by clinical evaluation. Fictionalized case studies will illustrate practical strategies for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, equipping you to untangle the complexities of dissociation and provide more effective, compassionate care.