Treatment for Functional Neurologic Disorder (Conversion Disorder)
Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND), also known as Conversion Disorder, is a condition where individuals experience real neurological symptoms—such as weakness, tremors, non-epileptic seizures, GI issues, or difficulties with movement or speech—without a structural disease explaining them. These symptoms are very real, often distressing, and can significantly affect quality of life.
FND is best understood as a disorder of nervous system functioning rather than structure—where the brain has trouble sending and receiving signals properly. While the causes are complex and can involve psychological, neurological, and physical factors, the good news is that FND is treatable.
At Ezer Psychotherapy, Hallie specializes in the treatment of Functional Neurologic Disorder. Treatment may include psychoeducation about the brain-body connection, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mind-body techniques, and support for managing any related conditions like anxiety, trauma, or depression. Additionally, Hallie will provide clients and their families with a comprehensive action plan for symptom management.
Our goal is to help you better understand your symptoms, reduce their impact, and restore a greater sense of control and function in your daily life. Recovery is possible—and we’re here to help you take the next step.
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Therapy Intensives
Hallie offers extended therapy intensives for pediatric patients and their families following a new diagnosis such as Functional Neurologic Disorder (Conversion Disorder), Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures, chronic pain, EDS, POTS, somatic symptom disorder, and related conditions.
It’s common for families to feel unheard, confused, or even dismissed when a doctor recommends mental health support instead of a strictly medical treatment plan. You may have searched for a therapist who understands these complex mind–body conditions, only to be told there’s a long wait—or no one available at all. Hallie has walked alongside many families in this exact situation and is here to provide the guidance and support you need.
Therapy intensives include a comprehensive diagnostic assessment, tailored psychoeducation about your child’s condition, a clear action plan for managing and reducing symptoms, and thoughtful recommendations for ongoing treatment and care.
Unlike ongoing weekly therapy, intensives are a short-term, focused intervention designed to equip patients and families with practical information, resources, and support in a condensed and impactful format. Following an intensive, you can choose to book additional intensives or establish care for individual psychotherapy with Hallie to further target symptoms.
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Individual Therapy
Hallie provides specialized therapy for FND and similar conditions (such as psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, conversion disorder, chronic pain, and somatic symptom disorders), and more… using a compassionate, evidence-based, and whole-person approach. Therapy focuses on understanding the interaction between stress, the nervous system, and emotional processing, helping you build tools for symptom management and recovery.
Your sessions may include:
- Psychoeducation about FND and how the brain-body connection affects symptoms.
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to address thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns that maintain symptoms.
- Mindfulness and grounding techniques to calm the nervous system and reduce symptom flares.
- Functional skills retraining and pacing strategies to restore confidence and physical functioning.
- A comprehensive action plan for symptom management that will support the clients ability to return to school/work and get support from their loved ones.
- Optional faith-based integration, supporting healing through meaning, resilience, and spiritual growth.
Therapy is collaborative and paced to your needs. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing symptoms for years, Hallie provides a supportive, non-judgmental space to help you reconnect with your body, reduce fear and avoidance, and regain a sense of control and hope.
At Ezer Psychotherapy, recovery from FND is viewed as a journey of reconnection—between body and mind, self and others.
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Virtual Therapy for Functional Neurologic Disorder (Conversion Disorder) (FND), including Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures, and more… Across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota
Ezer Psychotherapy, PLLC provides virtual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and families across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Our licensed therapists offer compassionate, evidence-based care through secure online sessions—so you can access support from the comfort, convenience, and privacy of your own home.
Whether you’re in Minneapolis, Edina, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Lakeville, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Roseville, Elk River, Big Lake, Bloomington, Burnsville, Lake Elmo, Ramsey, Anoka, Andover, St. Paul, Woodbury, Orono, North Oaks, Medina, Victoria, or Excelsior (Minnesota); Mequon, Shorewood Hills, Whitefish Bay, Waunakee, Merton, Fox Point, Richfield, Madison, Eau Claire, Hammond, Hudson, Milwaukee, or Bristol (Wisconsin); or Fargo, West Fargo, Horace, Bismarck, or Calio (North Dakota) or somewhere else in these three states—you can receive professional therapy designed to help you thrive.
Experience the flexibility of online therapy without sacrificing connection, trust, or quality of care.