Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA

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Jennifer (Jenna) Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Welcome! Narcissistic parents often implant shame within us that keeps us stuck in our assigned role and conditioning, causing us to feeling anxiety when we try to break free. We develop tactics to avoid this abandonment anxiety. Maybe you struggle with feeling angry or setting boundaries. Or maybe you feel guilty or apologize frequently Maybe you have a relentless inner critic that doesn't let you experience a quiet peaceful mind, or pride in yourself. Maybe you feel dissociated from yourself, your environment and your emotions. Maybe you fear making mistakes around disappointing others.
Welcome! Narcissistic parents often implant shame within us that keeps us stuck in our assigned role and conditioning, causing us to feeling anxiety when we try to break free. We develop tactics to avoid this abandonment anxiety. Maybe you struggle with feeling angry or setting boundaries. Or maybe you feel guilty or apologize frequently Maybe you have a relentless inner critic that doesn't let you experience a quiet peaceful mind, or pride in yourself. Maybe you feel dissociated from yourself, your environment and your emotions. Maybe you fear making mistakes around disappointing others.
(805) 500-2533 View (805) 500-2533
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Sherry Gaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362  (Online Only)
Is early childhood trauma or past relationship trauma triggering your present relationships? Are you having difficulty saying no setting boundaries? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression. trauma, or an anxious or avoidant attachment style? Are you trying to let go of a toxic, codependent, or narcissistic relationship? If you answered YES, I am here to help. As a leading mental health expert, my TV appearances include: Vh1’s Celebrity Rehab, CNN, Inside Edition, E!News, & Access Live. Whether seeking individual or relationship counseling, I can help you heal from the past so you can live a more fulfilling life today.
Is early childhood trauma or past relationship trauma triggering your present relationships? Are you having difficulty saying no setting boundaries? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression. trauma, or an anxious or avoidant attachment style? Are you trying to let go of a toxic, codependent, or narcissistic relationship? If you answered YES, I am here to help. As a leading mental health expert, my TV appearances include: Vh1’s Celebrity Rehab, CNN, Inside Edition, E!News, & Access Live. Whether seeking individual or relationship counseling, I can help you heal from the past so you can live a more fulfilling life today.
(818) 275-0993 View (818) 275-0993
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Leslie Cost
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360  (Online Only)
Additionally, I have a bi-weekly group to assist you in thriving after leaving a Narcissistic Abusive relationship.
If you are ready for breakthroughs, while learning how to regulate your body and getting your life back in order, you have met your therapist match. Get ready to swipe right. I help driven, anxious and overwhelmed people be more at ease in their world. If you are: - At a crossroads in life and unsure of what direction to take - Feeling unfulfilled despite having built a successful career - Paralyzed by anxious thoughts and imposter syndrome. Then, you have come to the right place, and I can't wait to chat soon. My work is geared towards helping you feel comfortable with therapy, and you becoming your own therapist.
Additionally, I have a bi-weekly group to assist you in thriving after leaving a Narcissistic Abusive relationship.
If you are ready for breakthroughs, while learning how to regulate your body and getting your life back in order, you have met your therapist match. Get ready to swipe right. I help driven, anxious and overwhelmed people be more at ease in their world. If you are: - At a crossroads in life and unsure of what direction to take - Feeling unfulfilled despite having built a successful career - Paralyzed by anxious thoughts and imposter syndrome. Then, you have come to the right place, and I can't wait to chat soon. My work is geared towards helping you feel comfortable with therapy, and you becoming your own therapist.
(818) 538-2753 View (818) 538-2753
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Christopher A Burr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
(585) 431-1180 View (585) 431-1180
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Bryan Russo, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360  (Online Only)
Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I also feel it important to teach individuals, couples and families the skills needed to cope with the pain and day to day stressors that bring them into therapy.
Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I also feel it important to teach individuals, couples and families the skills needed to cope with the pain and day to day stressors that bring them into therapy.
(805) 953-7418 View (805) 953-7418
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Nicole Woolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
(805) 257-0861 View (805) 257-0861
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Jane Israyelyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
You deserve to feel better. I am here to help. I will listen to you and we will work together to sort through the challenges and questions you may have. My background is in addiction counseling and I like to look at the ‘whole’ person. I understand the pressures individuals and families face, especially during these times. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with adults and teens. Therapy is unique for each individual. I am well versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as looking at how our thoughts and feelings impact our behaviors. I love working with my ADHD clients and their non-ADHD spouses.
You deserve to feel better. I am here to help. I will listen to you and we will work together to sort through the challenges and questions you may have. My background is in addiction counseling and I like to look at the ‘whole’ person. I understand the pressures individuals and families face, especially during these times. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with adults and teens. Therapy is unique for each individual. I am well versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as looking at how our thoughts and feelings impact our behaviors. I love working with my ADHD clients and their non-ADHD spouses.
(805) 519-8343 View (805) 519-8343
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Jamie Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
(805) 243-0817 View (805) 243-0817
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Affordable Therapy Los Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362  (Online Only)
We offer Telehealth in California on a sliding fee scale as low as $30 a session. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families. We will help you learn better communication skills for your relationships as will as help relieve any symptoms of anxiety and depression. Our therapy/counseling is confidential and you will meet your therapist online in the privacy of your own space. Visit our website at Affordabletherapyla.com and call us at 818-907-7974 Your phone call will be returned in 24 hours. No wait list and no insurance is required. We are here to help.
We offer Telehealth in California on a sliding fee scale as low as $30 a session. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families. We will help you learn better communication skills for your relationships as will as help relieve any symptoms of anxiety and depression. Our therapy/counseling is confidential and you will meet your therapist online in the privacy of your own space. Visit our website at Affordabletherapyla.com and call us at 818-907-7974 Your phone call will be returned in 24 hours. No wait list and no insurance is required. We are here to help.
(213) 465-3669 View (213) 465-3669
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Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
(805) 219-7292 View (805) 219-7292
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Alex Tipton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with clients experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship/family issues. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with clients experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship/family issues. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
(805) 219-7107 View (805) 219-7107
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Melissa Satram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
(805) 232-7702 View (805) 232-7702
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Greg Daven
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
You are a good person. You are authentic, open, honest, and vulnerable. However, there is someone in your life who takes advantage of your good nature and makes your life a living Hell. While you are open and honest, they respond with secrecy, lies, and often blame you for creating your own stress. I am here to help you sort through all of the chaos and create some peace in your life. Call me and we can discuss how I can help you create appropriate boundaries, and/or start the process of finding another human who will treat you in the same caring way that you treat others. I have evening hours (after 530pm) for people who work days.
You are a good person. You are authentic, open, honest, and vulnerable. However, there is someone in your life who takes advantage of your good nature and makes your life a living Hell. While you are open and honest, they respond with secrecy, lies, and often blame you for creating your own stress. I am here to help you sort through all of the chaos and create some peace in your life. Call me and we can discuss how I can help you create appropriate boundaries, and/or start the process of finding another human who will treat you in the same caring way that you treat others. I have evening hours (after 530pm) for people who work days.
(818) 435-3799 View (818) 435-3799
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Christine Rivlin
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360  (Online Only)
I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.
I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.
(805) 219-7042 View (805) 219-7042
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Jennie Nystrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
(805) 303-8894 View (805) 303-8894
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Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
(805) 243-3638 View (805) 243-3638
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Vanessa Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Have you been in therapy before where someone just listened to you talk? Are you tired of trying to get out of old coping skills, just to continue to feel stuck, or maybe you don't even know where to start? Is all of THAT getting in the way of your career, parenting, and/or having healthy relationships? Do you want ACTUAL tools instead of someone to just talk to and say "uh, huh, how does that make you feel?"
Have you been in therapy before where someone just listened to you talk? Are you tired of trying to get out of old coping skills, just to continue to feel stuck, or maybe you don't even know where to start? Is all of THAT getting in the way of your career, parenting, and/or having healthy relationships? Do you want ACTUAL tools instead of someone to just talk to and say "uh, huh, how does that make you feel?"
(805) 549-4873 View (805) 549-4873
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Nicole Seale
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360  (Online Only)
Are you trying to heal from a hurtful relationship? Relationships end for a variety of reasons. I work with individuals that are looking for healing and closure from emotionally abusive relationships. We hear a lot about narcissism and the term “gaslighting” is thrown around as a buzzword on social media. It can be confusing trying to understand what happened and why. My passion is helping you accept your past experiences and not only heal, but also grow from them.
Are you trying to heal from a hurtful relationship? Relationships end for a variety of reasons. I work with individuals that are looking for healing and closure from emotionally abusive relationships. We hear a lot about narcissism and the term “gaslighting” is thrown around as a buzzword on social media. It can be confusing trying to understand what happened and why. My passion is helping you accept your past experiences and not only heal, but also grow from them.
(805) 723-2770 View (805) 723-2770
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Heidi Michelle Taylor
Psychologist, PhD, MS, BS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Do you want to stop skimming the surface and get to the heart of what's holding you back? Do you want to do that in a safe, supportive environment at your own pace? Do you want to do that with someone who believes you have the ability to free yourself and move ahead? There's never a better time to start than now.
Do you want to stop skimming the surface and get to the heart of what's holding you back? Do you want to do that in a safe, supportive environment at your own pace? Do you want to do that with someone who believes you have the ability to free yourself and move ahead? There's never a better time to start than now.
(805) 214-6279 View (805) 214-6279
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Darlene Joy Manick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
I specialize in treating treating high achieving individuals & couples, with perfectionist tendencies. My priority is your emotional safety. Non judgmental support allows for your sharing openly and honestly. The need to "be right" can be unconscious, & you may be hurting those you love. My skilled intuition, and 25+ yrs. of clinical success, knows hope is available for the motivated and committed recovering anxious, obsessive, & over analyzing adult. Our trusting relationship inspires you to reflect upon your life/relationship goals; together we explore, & honestly challenge: "Do I want to be right?" Or, do I want to be loved?"
I specialize in treating treating high achieving individuals & couples, with perfectionist tendencies. My priority is your emotional safety. Non judgmental support allows for your sharing openly and honestly. The need to "be right" can be unconscious, & you may be hurting those you love. My skilled intuition, and 25+ yrs. of clinical success, knows hope is available for the motivated and committed recovering anxious, obsessive, & over analyzing adult. Our trusting relationship inspires you to reflect upon your life/relationship goals; together we explore, & honestly challenge: "Do I want to be right?" Or, do I want to be loved?"
(818) 639-4919 View (818) 639-4919
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Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists

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.