Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Silver Spring, MD
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Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
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Catrin Griffiths
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20903 (Online Only)
Calling all: theater kids (and adults), survivors of narcissists, stressed out parents, women navigating corporate workplace bs, people trying to date, people trying to stay married, people trying to open up their marriage, and more! I'm here to make you laugh, sit with you while you cry, offer a safe, affirming place to process and learn new strategies and skills to (in the words of Prince) "get through this thing called life". I bring 25 years of counseling experience and a dose of my own life experiences to the mix. My clients describe me as down to earth, funny, and warm. I can give feedback in ways you can take it.
Calling all: theater kids (and adults), survivors of narcissists, stressed out parents, women navigating corporate workplace bs, people trying to date, people trying to stay married, people trying to open up their marriage, and more! I'm here to make you laugh, sit with you while you cry, offer a safe, affirming place to process and learn new strategies and skills to (in the words of Prince) "get through this thing called life". I bring 25 years of counseling experience and a dose of my own life experiences to the mix. My clients describe me as down to earth, funny, and warm. I can give feedback in ways you can take it.
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Dr. Anita Payne- Comprehensive Clinical Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
My mission is to provide the highest quality and compassionate behavior health care to our clients, families and people in need through a comprehensive arrangement of services and effective clinical care. If you have found yourself feeling down lately and nothing seems to be going your way, making it difficult to lift your spirits, It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Individual Therapy sessions help clients develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. All sessions are tailored to client's individual needs.
My mission is to provide the highest quality and compassionate behavior health care to our clients, families and people in need through a comprehensive arrangement of services and effective clinical care. If you have found yourself feeling down lately and nothing seems to be going your way, making it difficult to lift your spirits, It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Individual Therapy sessions help clients develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. All sessions are tailored to client's individual needs.
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I think it's very important to find a therapist who is a GOOD FIT for you with your unique needs. While I think psychodynamically, which means that I focus on helping my clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, I tend to be pragmatic and problem solving. My style is professional, yet relaxed and I'm appreciated for being both compassionate and having a sense of humor in my work. I see my patients in individual psychotherapy and very frequently in group therapy as well. Please note that I am only accepting new patients for group therapy.
I think it's very important to find a therapist who is a GOOD FIT for you with your unique needs. While I think psychodynamically, which means that I focus on helping my clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, I tend to be pragmatic and problem solving. My style is professional, yet relaxed and I'm appreciated for being both compassionate and having a sense of humor in my work. I see my patients in individual psychotherapy and very frequently in group therapy as well. Please note that I am only accepting new patients for group therapy.
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Yarrisa Reid- Comprehensive Clinical Solutions
MC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
My name is Yarrisa Reid, I'm a Mastered Level Counselor. I want to help you live your Best Life! I enjoy working with young adults and the older adult population. I specialize in individual and couples therapy. I want to to help you tackle issues such as, but not limited to mood disorders (depression/anxiety), trauma, relationships/family conflicts. One size does not fit all, therefore techniques utilized are used and adjusted based upon the client's needs. I focus heavily on one's thoughts, feelings, emotions and response to internal/external stimuli.
My name is Yarrisa Reid, I'm a Mastered Level Counselor. I want to help you live your Best Life! I enjoy working with young adults and the older adult population. I specialize in individual and couples therapy. I want to to help you tackle issues such as, but not limited to mood disorders (depression/anxiety), trauma, relationships/family conflicts. One size does not fit all, therefore techniques utilized are used and adjusted based upon the client's needs. I focus heavily on one's thoughts, feelings, emotions and response to internal/external stimuli.
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M Mental Health and Wellness Plus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904
I believe in the inseparable aspects of mental wellness and healthy lifestyle changes as each complements the other. We offer a blend of therapeutic services aimed at integrating mental health techniques with lifestyle changes. I work with parents with children with behavioral problems and attend EIP meetings to support parents. The program offers medication management.
I believe in the inseparable aspects of mental wellness and healthy lifestyle changes as each complements the other. We offer a blend of therapeutic services aimed at integrating mental health techniques with lifestyle changes. I work with parents with children with behavioral problems and attend EIP meetings to support parents. The program offers medication management.
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Wellspring Restorative Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MBA, GC-C, Supervi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20904 (Online Only)
We can assist clients with healing based on trauma (including childhood, sexual, PTSD), grief, and other mental health issues through a holistic approach of treating mind, body and spirit. We help children, Adolescents and Adults with Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorders, Conduct/Disruptive/Impulse-Control Disorders Depressive Disorders, Eating and Feeding Disorders, Death and Survivor Grief, Mood Disorders, and Trauma Disorders.
We can assist clients with healing based on trauma (including childhood, sexual, PTSD), grief, and other mental health issues through a holistic approach of treating mind, body and spirit. We help children, Adolescents and Adults with Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorders, Conduct/Disruptive/Impulse-Control Disorders Depressive Disorders, Eating and Feeding Disorders, Death and Survivor Grief, Mood Disorders, and Trauma Disorders.
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Daniel Abzug
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Many of us don't know where to begin at the moment we realize we need help or simply become interested in exploring our lives and relationships. We may hear about many different treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR, etc.) and feel confused about what "type" of therapist we should meet with. I simplify all of this by being straight-forward, down-to-earth, and adept at helping you use the best and most effective components of every modality available. Within our first meeting you will have a better understanding of yourself and what you want to manifest in your life.
Many of us don't know where to begin at the moment we realize we need help or simply become interested in exploring our lives and relationships. We may hear about many different treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR, etc.) and feel confused about what "type" of therapist we should meet with. I simplify all of this by being straight-forward, down-to-earth, and adept at helping you use the best and most effective components of every modality available. Within our first meeting you will have a better understanding of yourself and what you want to manifest in your life.
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Your struggles are unique and complex. As a psychologist my aim is to help you explore your personal narratives and to understand how your past is affecting your present and keeping you from fulfilling your values. Whether you are experiencing difficulty with relationships, life events, healing from trauma, or simply don't find yourself enjoying your life as you once did, I will help you feel grounded while we gain a non-judgmental perspective on your struggles and put our minds together to strategize ways forward. I specialize in treatments for trauma, depression, anxiety, job stress, insomnia, and relationship issues.
Your struggles are unique and complex. As a psychologist my aim is to help you explore your personal narratives and to understand how your past is affecting your present and keeping you from fulfilling your values. Whether you are experiencing difficulty with relationships, life events, healing from trauma, or simply don't find yourself enjoying your life as you once did, I will help you feel grounded while we gain a non-judgmental perspective on your struggles and put our minds together to strategize ways forward. I specialize in treatments for trauma, depression, anxiety, job stress, insomnia, and relationship issues.
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Joal Ann Bennett (-Stenzel)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
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I connect deeply and empathically with my clients, and challenge them towards greater self-awareness that leads to happiness and peace of mind internally and within relationships. Individuals and couples inevitably reach periods of frustration and conflict that signal the need for change. Whether these problems are grounded in past loss or current misfortune, outside intervention can offer immediate relief. I specialize in treating mood disorders, couples in gridlock, and adult children with a legacy of trauma, neglect or codependency. Working with adults and couples, I approach difficulties compassionately and non-pathologically. Psychotherapy helps restore emotional balance and well-being.
I connect deeply and empathically with my clients, and challenge them towards greater self-awareness that leads to happiness and peace of mind internally and within relationships. Individuals and couples inevitably reach periods of frustration and conflict that signal the need for change. Whether these problems are grounded in past loss or current misfortune, outside intervention can offer immediate relief. I specialize in treating mood disorders, couples in gridlock, and adult children with a legacy of trauma, neglect or codependency. Working with adults and couples, I approach difficulties compassionately and non-pathologically. Psychotherapy helps restore emotional balance and well-being.
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Esther Ungar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Are there aspects of your life that you are unhappy with? Are you feeling anxious, struggling to follow your dreams or having difficulties in your relationships with others? Are you struggling with the impact of past traumatic experiences? If so, therapy can be helpful to you! My approach centers on fostering connection and healing. I prioritize a trauma-informed perspective, shifting the question from 'what's wrong with you?' to 'what happened to you?'. This approach is particularly empowering for trauma survivors, who may have received multiple diagnoses in the past.
Are there aspects of your life that you are unhappy with? Are you feeling anxious, struggling to follow your dreams or having difficulties in your relationships with others? Are you struggling with the impact of past traumatic experiences? If so, therapy can be helpful to you! My approach centers on fostering connection and healing. I prioritize a trauma-informed perspective, shifting the question from 'what's wrong with you?' to 'what happened to you?'. This approach is particularly empowering for trauma survivors, who may have received multiple diagnoses in the past.
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I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and have experience supporting individuals who experience affective disorders, anxiety, depression, intellectual and developmental disabilities, trauma, and recovering from substance use. I utilize person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing to support clients in obtaining their goals. I have experience in supporting clients and facilitating groups focusing on anger management, women’s trauma, mood regulation, and mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and have experience supporting individuals who experience affective disorders, anxiety, depression, intellectual and developmental disabilities, trauma, and recovering from substance use. I utilize person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing to support clients in obtaining their goals. I have experience in supporting clients and facilitating groups focusing on anger management, women’s trauma, mood regulation, and mindfulness.
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I believe our most troubling attitudes and behavior are meant to protect us from real emotional threats or to help us achieve certain experiences that are vital to our growth. I help clients understand their experiences in the world in terms of these important functions. In dialogue with me clients come to recognize how their most important relationships have shaped the way they think, feel, and act in both desirable and undesirable ways. I strive to help clients discern their authentic needs, desires, and values so they can assert them with conviction in their daily lives.
I believe our most troubling attitudes and behavior are meant to protect us from real emotional threats or to help us achieve certain experiences that are vital to our growth. I help clients understand their experiences in the world in terms of these important functions. In dialogue with me clients come to recognize how their most important relationships have shaped the way they think, feel, and act in both desirable and undesirable ways. I strive to help clients discern their authentic needs, desires, and values so they can assert them with conviction in their daily lives.
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Girglani Counseling &Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910 (Online Only)
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming. I understand. Yes, it is a leap of faith. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, in pain or numb or would proactively like to address specific concerns. If you are considering therapy for a one time consult, a few visits to address a recent crisis or would like to engage in ongoing therapy, I hope we can work together safely and productively to meet your therapy needs and goals. I collaborate and consult actively with other clinicians for care coordination, medication management or behavioral care as needed.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming. I understand. Yes, it is a leap of faith. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, in pain or numb or would proactively like to address specific concerns. If you are considering therapy for a one time consult, a few visits to address a recent crisis or would like to engage in ongoing therapy, I hope we can work together safely and productively to meet your therapy needs and goals. I collaborate and consult actively with other clinicians for care coordination, medication management or behavioral care as needed.
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Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
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Aron Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Many challenges in life can feel like they are uniquely yours to bear alone; however, this is rarely the case. People visit me concerned about how they feel and function in key life and professional relationships. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of overlapping issues such as anxiety and depression, self-esteem, parenting children with special needs, setting limits with adult children, work/life balance issues, and sexual desire issues in committed relationships. Often these issues can be helped by addressing the common denominator of individual development within a family or relationship system.
Many challenges in life can feel like they are uniquely yours to bear alone; however, this is rarely the case. People visit me concerned about how they feel and function in key life and professional relationships. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of overlapping issues such as anxiety and depression, self-esteem, parenting children with special needs, setting limits with adult children, work/life balance issues, and sexual desire issues in committed relationships. Often these issues can be helped by addressing the common denominator of individual development within a family or relationship system.
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Adam Angel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902 (Online Only)
The people I work with want to change the way they are feeling or relating to others. Whether acute trauma, relationship issues or emotional challenges, I work with clients to process physical and emotional symptoms that feel stuck. Building on your strengths, we will work together towards an outcome of added joy, aliveness and connection to self and others. My experience includes over 10 years working with youth, adults and families. My training to date has led me to NARM. Here is a bit about the model: https://www.thecandidly.com/2019/everything-you-should-know-about-narm-the-newest-form-of-trauma-therapy
The people I work with want to change the way they are feeling or relating to others. Whether acute trauma, relationship issues or emotional challenges, I work with clients to process physical and emotional symptoms that feel stuck. Building on your strengths, we will work together towards an outcome of added joy, aliveness and connection to self and others. My experience includes over 10 years working with youth, adults and families. My training to date has led me to NARM. Here is a bit about the model: https://www.thecandidly.com/2019/everything-you-should-know-about-narm-the-newest-form-of-trauma-therapy
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Dan Kimes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
I am looking forward to working with you and help bring about changes that will allow you to reduce anxiety and depression, and experience more energy and joy in your life. As a therapist, I am highly empathetic and aim to understand you and your personal experiences, providing a safe space for your work. With time, you will experience an increase in emotional awareness and openness, and improve your mental, physical, and relational, well being. I have a unique background having worked as a scientist for 30 years and understand the "professional-mind", issues with relationships, and difficulties in developing a meaningful and joyful life.
I am looking forward to working with you and help bring about changes that will allow you to reduce anxiety and depression, and experience more energy and joy in your life. As a therapist, I am highly empathetic and aim to understand you and your personal experiences, providing a safe space for your work. With time, you will experience an increase in emotional awareness and openness, and improve your mental, physical, and relational, well being. I have a unique background having worked as a scientist for 30 years and understand the "professional-mind", issues with relationships, and difficulties in developing a meaningful and joyful life.
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Rachel Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSWC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Emotional suffering, whether from depression, anxiety, grief or harm and
betrayal by others, is often invisible. While you may urgently desire help, shame and
fear of exposure may make it difficult to get the help you want. In over thirty years of
psychotherapy practice, I have learned to help patients find ways to face their worst fears and feel safer. Even desired change can bring fear of losing yourself. I think honestly confronting loss and limitaion can lead to freer decisons about living your life.
Emotional suffering, whether from depression, anxiety, grief or harm and
betrayal by others, is often invisible. While you may urgently desire help, shame and
fear of exposure may make it difficult to get the help you want. In over thirty years of
psychotherapy practice, I have learned to help patients find ways to face their worst fears and feel safer. Even desired change can bring fear of losing yourself. I think honestly confronting loss and limitaion can lead to freer decisons about living your life.
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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.