Karen Arluck LCSW

About

Karen Arluck, LCSW is a licensed clinical psychotherapist in private practice, with offices in Manhattan and Long Island, NY.  She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and disordered eating, with an emphasis on helping clients build self-esteem and relationships. Her therapeutic orientation is informed by extensive training in object relations, gestalt, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychology. She is a regular contributor to Quora, where she was recently recognized as a "Top Writer" for the second year in a row. Her writings have also been published in Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Inc.com, Apple News, Mamamia.com, The Jewish Outlook, ChicVegan.com, and other publications.

Recent Posts

How do you know if you've met a narcissist?

Many people wonder how to spot a narcissist, and what red flags to pay attention to.

Why Are Narcissists So Good at Psychological Torture?

People often assume that all narcissists are inherently able to know just how to emotionally torture the people around them. The reality is much more complicated.

Why Would People Dislike a Nice Person?

People think that being nice will result in being liked by other people. While "being nice" often contributes to likability, there are many other contributing factors as well.

Why Do People Fall in Love With Narcissists?

Many wonder why anyone would fall in love with someone who suffers from narcissistic personality disorder, if they can be so difficult to have a healthy relationship with.

How Should I Deal With A Narcissist I'm Stuck With?

Simply tips for reducing conflict and maintaining your emotional equilibrium when dealing with a difficult narcissist in your life.