Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Tucson, AZ
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Shannon L King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, APCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85743 (Online Only)
I primarily work with narcissistic abuse survivors as well as empaths and HSP's (which are typically targeted by narcs). I also work with couples who feel they are in toxic dynamics and feel stuck. This life is hard but having someone who you can talk to is so helpful and I communicate with my clients, not stare at you and expect you to do all talking! I promise you that even when it feels like you just can't do it anymore.. you really can! I personally have experienced much of life's hardships but I'm grateful for that because it gave me the opportunity to help so many others!
I primarily work with narcissistic abuse survivors as well as empaths and HSP's (which are typically targeted by narcs). I also work with couples who feel they are in toxic dynamics and feel stuck. This life is hard but having someone who you can talk to is so helpful and I communicate with my clients, not stare at you and expect you to do all talking! I promise you that even when it feels like you just can't do it anymore.. you really can! I personally have experienced much of life's hardships but I'm grateful for that because it gave me the opportunity to help so many others!
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Jen Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85716 (Online Only)
Using a straight forward, respectful, non-blaming approach to counseling, my specialities include OCD, recovery from narcissistic abuse, life transitions, sexuality, grief/loss, co-dependency, self esteem, body image, gender expression, anxiety, depression, codependency recovery, and family of origin issues. I will often utilize journaling, narrative therapies, EMDR, grounding and somatic techniques, mindfulness, archetypes, meditation, art, and Internal Family Systems into our sessions.
Using a straight forward, respectful, non-blaming approach to counseling, my specialities include OCD, recovery from narcissistic abuse, life transitions, sexuality, grief/loss, co-dependency, self esteem, body image, gender expression, anxiety, depression, codependency recovery, and family of origin issues. I will often utilize journaling, narrative therapies, EMDR, grounding and somatic techniques, mindfulness, archetypes, meditation, art, and Internal Family Systems into our sessions.
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Amy Axtell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85719
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in food/bodyimage issues for women, anxiety/depression, relationships (starting them, living inside them well, and ending them), and recovery from narcissistic attachments.
Changing and healing are possible! They happen with intention, guidance, “facing in”, courage, and empathy. These are my guiding principles. My practice invites anyone who wants to dig in and do the work. I am passionate about my field, and people in general. We have lost our way with connection, and I work to restore it in my office. I respect every single client who walks through my door because I know how hard it is to take that first step. But it is the first step that starts the journey.
I specialize in food/bodyimage issues for women, anxiety/depression, relationships (starting them, living inside them well, and ending them), and recovery from narcissistic attachments.
Changing and healing are possible! They happen with intention, guidance, “facing in”, courage, and empathy. These are my guiding principles. My practice invites anyone who wants to dig in and do the work. I am passionate about my field, and people in general. We have lost our way with connection, and I work to restore it in my office. I respect every single client who walks through my door because I know how hard it is to take that first step. But it is the first step that starts the journey.
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Lily Tohurst Therapist & Transformatative Coach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLC, MA, MS, NBCC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85719
Waitlist for new clients
I guide individuals & couples to enter the belly of the whale & arise with deep awareness to recharge their wisdoms & heal relational wounds, move into health, & realize creativity. The work unearths bravely formed parts that protected you, as best you could, from early life upheaval, but now, like autoimmune over-charge, curb the might of your mind body soul. I am an integrative practitioner of health & learning, comprising philosophy, research, & psychic exploration. Licensed Psychotherapist; Transformative Coach... Relational/Health/Work/Sexuality/& Soul Assessment. Prof City Univ of New York; New York Uni.; Uni. of AZ. Author
I guide individuals & couples to enter the belly of the whale & arise with deep awareness to recharge their wisdoms & heal relational wounds, move into health, & realize creativity. The work unearths bravely formed parts that protected you, as best you could, from early life upheaval, but now, like autoimmune over-charge, curb the might of your mind body soul. I am an integrative practitioner of health & learning, comprising philosophy, research, & psychic exploration. Licensed Psychotherapist; Transformative Coach... Relational/Health/Work/Sexuality/& Soul Assessment. Prof City Univ of New York; New York Uni.; Uni. of AZ. Author
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Amy Sponsler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85701 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. I join with clients in a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative way. We will work together to explore, understand and resolve the challenges related to the counseling goals they have identified. My treatment approach is both creative and flexible. I allow clients to direct each session with validating and encouraging support from me throughout the process. While using various treatment models such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to cater to the needs of each client, I compliment each model with a strengths-based approach.
Accepting new clients. I join with clients in a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative way. We will work together to explore, understand and resolve the challenges related to the counseling goals they have identified. My treatment approach is both creative and flexible. I allow clients to direct each session with validating and encouraging support from me throughout the process. While using various treatment models such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to cater to the needs of each client, I compliment each model with a strengths-based approach.
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Vincent Kinsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85706 (Online Only)
There are times when life can seem overwhelming and difficult to navigate especially when you’re alone without a support system or the proper skills to alleviate life stressors. I can help guide your mental health journey and together we can learn how to manage your life challenges and plot a course for success. In 2019, I graduated from Walden University with a Doctorate in Philosophy with an emphasis in Clinical Psychology. Now as a licensed professional counselor (LPC), I have been in private practice for 19 years. I have more than a decade of experience in crisis counseling and intervention.
There are times when life can seem overwhelming and difficult to navigate especially when you’re alone without a support system or the proper skills to alleviate life stressors. I can help guide your mental health journey and together we can learn how to manage your life challenges and plot a course for success. In 2019, I graduated from Walden University with a Doctorate in Philosophy with an emphasis in Clinical Psychology. Now as a licensed professional counselor (LPC), I have been in private practice for 19 years. I have more than a decade of experience in crisis counseling and intervention.
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Are you too fatigued, worried, depressed or unable to fall asleep? Are you grieving or experiencing painful flashbacks and overwhelming emotions? Is mind racing and feel that you don't fit in the world, anymore? Are you feeling hopeless and helpless? Conventional, one-size-fits-all therapeutic models lack authenticity, in stark contrast with the uniqueness of individual life. I'm an Esotherapist(tm) and Australian Level 4 Registered Counselor (LPC equivalent) living in US and specializing in PTSD, depression, anxiety/panic, grief, addictions, relationships, existential and identity crises. I am also a clinical hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner and life-coach.
Are you too fatigued, worried, depressed or unable to fall asleep? Are you grieving or experiencing painful flashbacks and overwhelming emotions? Is mind racing and feel that you don't fit in the world, anymore? Are you feeling hopeless and helpless? Conventional, one-size-fits-all therapeutic models lack authenticity, in stark contrast with the uniqueness of individual life. I'm an Esotherapist(tm) and Australian Level 4 Registered Counselor (LPC equivalent) living in US and specializing in PTSD, depression, anxiety/panic, grief, addictions, relationships, existential and identity crises. I am also a clinical hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner and life-coach.
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My specialty includes couple/marriage, individual, and family counseling: Specifically, relationship, parenting, divorce, occupational, singles/dating, loss, depression, anger, anxiety, and stress management issues. As a seasoned therapist of over 30 years, my goal is to help you resolve your concerns and pursue a more satisfying and fulfilling life. Today's economy and unexpected life difficulties can discourage us and personal counseling can help in restoring and rejuvenating our life.
My specialty includes couple/marriage, individual, and family counseling: Specifically, relationship, parenting, divorce, occupational, singles/dating, loss, depression, anger, anxiety, and stress management issues. As a seasoned therapist of over 30 years, my goal is to help you resolve your concerns and pursue a more satisfying and fulfilling life. Today's economy and unexpected life difficulties can discourage us and personal counseling can help in restoring and rejuvenating our life.
With over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological testing, I have come to know, understand and help a vast variety of people of all ages. I am now devoting my practice to psychological testing to clarify psychological diagnosis and personality dynamics, evaluate difficulties in learning and attention, assist in obtaining special accommodations for college and professional testing, and as part of the adoption process for prospective parents. I view each person as an individual with a unique pattern of strengths and weaknesses which contributes to or hinders functioning.
With over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological testing, I have come to know, understand and help a vast variety of people of all ages. I am now devoting my practice to psychological testing to clarify psychological diagnosis and personality dynamics, evaluate difficulties in learning and attention, assist in obtaining special accommodations for college and professional testing, and as part of the adoption process for prospective parents. I view each person as an individual with a unique pattern of strengths and weaknesses which contributes to or hinders functioning.
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I look forward to providing a warmly honest, empathic space while working collaboratively with clients to deepen levels of insight and explore new, more adaptive modes of being in the world. With openness and curiosity, I am committed to psychotherapy not only as an avenue for individual growth and healing, but also, as a way of empowering individuals to connect with others, act in their lives and impact their world. My approach is psychoanalytically based, and is rooted in relational, attachment, and trauma-informed theories and practices, with a special interest in somatics, affective neuroscience, and mindfulness.
I look forward to providing a warmly honest, empathic space while working collaboratively with clients to deepen levels of insight and explore new, more adaptive modes of being in the world. With openness and curiosity, I am committed to psychotherapy not only as an avenue for individual growth and healing, but also, as a way of empowering individuals to connect with others, act in their lives and impact their world. My approach is psychoanalytically based, and is rooted in relational, attachment, and trauma-informed theories and practices, with a special interest in somatics, affective neuroscience, and mindfulness.
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I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and hoarding.
I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and hoarding.
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Authenticity is a key component of my life philosophy and my therapeutic treatment philosophy. Being real, genuine, and vulnerable are critical components of any healthy relationship be it with yourself or others. People are often too quick to condemn themselves and struggle to realize their own potential out of fear. There is no judgment here. No right or wrong ways, no lanes to stay in. Only you and your needs. Whatever it is that you are working through or need to work through you do not have to face it alone or suffer in silence anymore. I am here and as a natural-born healer.
Authenticity is a key component of my life philosophy and my therapeutic treatment philosophy. Being real, genuine, and vulnerable are critical components of any healthy relationship be it with yourself or others. People are often too quick to condemn themselves and struggle to realize their own potential out of fear. There is no judgment here. No right or wrong ways, no lanes to stay in. Only you and your needs. Whatever it is that you are working through or need to work through you do not have to face it alone or suffer in silence anymore. I am here and as a natural-born healer.
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Navigating through changes and transitions can be challenging and alienating. I offer a new perspective and a helpful therapeutic partnership. I feel it is a true privilege to be part of one's healing journey. My practice is inspired by Person Centered Therapy and a diverse study of methods ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance, Commitment, and strengths-based therapy. I believe that no two clients are the same, and that a practice must be an individualized collaboration based on mutual authenticity and honesty. These are among the compassionate qualities which allow for a genuine therapeutic alliance.
Navigating through changes and transitions can be challenging and alienating. I offer a new perspective and a helpful therapeutic partnership. I feel it is a true privilege to be part of one's healing journey. My practice is inspired by Person Centered Therapy and a diverse study of methods ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance, Commitment, and strengths-based therapy. I believe that no two clients are the same, and that a practice must be an individualized collaboration based on mutual authenticity and honesty. These are among the compassionate qualities which allow for a genuine therapeutic alliance.
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We haven’t met yet, but when we do, please trust that you are in good hands. It is my absolute pleasure to assist in your care. Whether you are new to mental health or you’ve been working on improving yourself for a while, it is my mission to help you achieve mental clarity, inner peace, and overall happiness. Our work together will cover all aspects of your mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health.
We haven’t met yet, but when we do, please trust that you are in good hands. It is my absolute pleasure to assist in your care. Whether you are new to mental health or you’ve been working on improving yourself for a while, it is my mission to help you achieve mental clarity, inner peace, and overall happiness. Our work together will cover all aspects of your mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health.
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All I can say is that I’d love to help! Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Coaching Also experienced in: Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Sleeping disorders , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD
All I can say is that I’d love to help! Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Coaching Also experienced in: Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Sleeping disorders , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD
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In the first session I focus on what is on your mind, knowing there may be more to discover. My experience is with a wide range of problems, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, work. Sometimes we move quickly. Other times we must take our time, patiently and with compassion. We talk about what you tell me, how this shows up in sessions, and we add important links from the past. The therapy has a foundation both in my expertise and in our forming a unique relationship with respect for what each of us brings to the work.
In the first session I focus on what is on your mind, knowing there may be more to discover. My experience is with a wide range of problems, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, work. Sometimes we move quickly. Other times we must take our time, patiently and with compassion. We talk about what you tell me, how this shows up in sessions, and we add important links from the past. The therapy has a foundation both in my expertise and in our forming a unique relationship with respect for what each of us brings to the work.
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I am beginning this independent practice after some 16 years in therapy delivery and instruction at The University of Arizona. Having passed about 80,000 hours of therapy delivery, you will see that my enthusiasm and compassion are poised to help you. I can be directive and offer homework and information sheets so our conversations can go with you.
I am beginning this independent practice after some 16 years in therapy delivery and instruction at The University of Arizona. Having passed about 80,000 hours of therapy delivery, you will see that my enthusiasm and compassion are poised to help you. I can be directive and offer homework and information sheets so our conversations can go with you.
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I work with a range of issues from substance abuse, stress, depression, couples issues, trauma and abuse, parent guidance issues and more. I have been in private practice for more than 25 years, working both short term and long term with a variety of clients. Therapy is not lightly undertaken. My job is to help you with the problems you bring to the table, and help you discover the answers that are hiding within you. I work in a warm client-centered, interactional style, and actively verbally engage in the process with you. I blend traditional techniques with modern.
I work with a range of issues from substance abuse, stress, depression, couples issues, trauma and abuse, parent guidance issues and more. I have been in private practice for more than 25 years, working both short term and long term with a variety of clients. Therapy is not lightly undertaken. My job is to help you with the problems you bring to the table, and help you discover the answers that are hiding within you. I work in a warm client-centered, interactional style, and actively verbally engage in the process with you. I blend traditional techniques with modern.
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Being a psychotherapist for over 4 decades, I recognize the necessity to honor each client as an individual and to help that client to recognize and reveal true thoughts and feelings. Feeling sad, shy, frightened, furious, or any other emotion can be expressed and healed in the individual and within the family. Timing and destiny are vitally important to reveal and recognize, but even more valuable is to know that our reaction to life's events can transform our world. Whether in the mind, emotions, or spirit all things are possible.
Being a psychotherapist for over 4 decades, I recognize the necessity to honor each client as an individual and to help that client to recognize and reveal true thoughts and feelings. Feeling sad, shy, frightened, furious, or any other emotion can be expressed and healed in the individual and within the family. Timing and destiny are vitally important to reveal and recognize, but even more valuable is to know that our reaction to life's events can transform our world. Whether in the mind, emotions, or spirit all things are possible.
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I specialize in trauma, attachment and relationship issues, and other mood recovery. Are you feeling confused, stuck, lost, or trapped in a cycle of emotions and behaviors that don't align with who you know you are? Need help making sense of your life and your thoughts? Sometimes untangling a big knot takes a fresh pair of eyes.
I specialize in trauma, attachment and relationship issues, and other mood recovery. Are you feeling confused, stuck, lost, or trapped in a cycle of emotions and behaviors that don't align with who you know you are? Need help making sense of your life and your thoughts? Sometimes untangling a big knot takes a fresh pair of eyes.
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What type of therapy is best for narcissistic personality disorder?
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is best treated with talk therapy, which could involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, schema therapy, gestalt therapy, or similar approaches. A therapist will help a patient uncover the feelings that may drive their behavior and discover how to engage with themselves and those around them with greater empathy and understanding, fewer demands, and less defensiveness, with the goal of developing a more authentic sense of self that enables healthier relationships.
How do therapists treat NPD?
By developing a strong therapeutic relationship, and continually focusing patients on relationships, community, and connection, a therapist, through talk therapy, may be able to help someone with NPD change. In sessions, a therapist will help an individual achieve relief from their current stressors, including the treatment of co-occurring conditions such as anxiety or depression. A therapist may also help an individual to recognize unhealthy coping mechanisms, learn new ways of interacting with others, and eventually become able to feel and display empathy.
Can a narcissist be cured with therapy?
Therapy can be effective. After a serious setback or great loss, someone with NPD may be forced to recognize that they are not immune to life’s challenges. That can spur feelings of melancholy and depression that lead them to seek professional help. Once an individual decides to seek help, they have already taken a step that the majority of those with NPD never will. Still, people with NPD often quit therapy as they naturally resist feeling vulnerable, being challenged, or admitting to flaws.
How can you get narcissistic personality disorder treatment for someone?
It is notoriously difficult to convince someone with NPD to seek help. With their feelings of superiority, they may be unlikely to recognize or acknowledge that they have a problem, or that their problem is narcissism. Sometimes, they are aware that they are arrogant and that others resent them but they don’t see it as a problem because they are convinced of their superiority. People with NPD have trouble maintaining relationships, but family members and others who do feel close to them, and whose presence they value, may be able to encourage them to seek therapy.