Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Grosse Pointe, MI
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I am licensed to provide telehealth in 42 states. If you have experienced trauma or narcissistic abuse, daily living can feel like a tremendous struggle. I am the author and creator of the Narcissistic Abuse Survival Tool Kit and many FREE resources which you may download at dr-spicer.com. I specialize in EMDR and treatment for trauma related disorders. As an Expert Clinical Psychologist, Certified Brain Health Coach, Executive Life Coach, and Neuropsychological Expert, I have decades of experience. As a client of mine, you will have access to my entire collection of brainwave audios, eBooks, guided meditations, and online courses.
I am licensed to provide telehealth in 42 states. If you have experienced trauma or narcissistic abuse, daily living can feel like a tremendous struggle. I am the author and creator of the Narcissistic Abuse Survival Tool Kit and many FREE resources which you may download at dr-spicer.com. I specialize in EMDR and treatment for trauma related disorders. As an Expert Clinical Psychologist, Certified Brain Health Coach, Executive Life Coach, and Neuropsychological Expert, I have decades of experience. As a client of mine, you will have access to my entire collection of brainwave audios, eBooks, guided meditations, and online courses.
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Lynn Walsh
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Where would you like to see yourself and your relationships? Would you like to build assertiveness, comfortably express your wants and needs? Recover from anxiety, depression, people pleasing or self defeating behaviors? Reconnect with your partner, improve communication, increase intimacy? We will focus on challenges that are specific to you and your life for both immediate and long term growth and relief. In our sessions you’ll receive unconditional support and develop insight, learn effective coping skills, decrease anxiety and depression, develop boundaries, increase assertiveness in healthy ways that yield results.
Where would you like to see yourself and your relationships? Would you like to build assertiveness, comfortably express your wants and needs? Recover from anxiety, depression, people pleasing or self defeating behaviors? Reconnect with your partner, improve communication, increase intimacy? We will focus on challenges that are specific to you and your life for both immediate and long term growth and relief. In our sessions you’ll receive unconditional support and develop insight, learn effective coping skills, decrease anxiety and depression, develop boundaries, increase assertiveness in healthy ways that yield results.
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Arianna Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST, CFSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
I'm honored you're here. I admire your strength and courage to seek support through mental health therapy. I believe all individuals hold the ability to empower themselves through healing, acceptance, and understanding; both striving for inner peace and a sense of belonging in their world. I sincerely commend you for your bravery. Vulnerability is tough! My approach as a therapist is strengths-based, assisting individuals to recognize their inherent resilience through self-exploration and empowerment. Through warmth and compassion I aim to create a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to attain your unique goals.
I'm honored you're here. I admire your strength and courage to seek support through mental health therapy. I believe all individuals hold the ability to empower themselves through healing, acceptance, and understanding; both striving for inner peace and a sense of belonging in their world. I sincerely commend you for your bravery. Vulnerability is tough! My approach as a therapist is strengths-based, assisting individuals to recognize their inherent resilience through self-exploration and empowerment. Through warmth and compassion I aim to create a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to attain your unique goals.
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Amy Lawrence-Skwiers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CSW
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 (Online Only)
Accepting new Telehealth clients throughout Michigan: Amy views therapy as a tool that enables clients to see beyond barriers, recognize new possibilities and take steps toward learning to maintain their own well-being. Amy works with individuals who are seeking assistance with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, improving relationship/marital issues or simply feeling overwhelmed by the stressors faced in everyday life. In addition to her years as a therapist Amy has also worked in the public sector as well as adjunct faculty at Wayne State University. She draws from a wealth of life experiences that make her relatable.
Accepting new Telehealth clients throughout Michigan: Amy views therapy as a tool that enables clients to see beyond barriers, recognize new possibilities and take steps toward learning to maintain their own well-being. Amy works with individuals who are seeking assistance with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, improving relationship/marital issues or simply feeling overwhelmed by the stressors faced in everyday life. In addition to her years as a therapist Amy has also worked in the public sector as well as adjunct faculty at Wayne State University. She draws from a wealth of life experiences that make her relatable.
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I am dedicated to providing you with an opportunity to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from reaching your goals or from being your best self. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, with flexibility and an understanding that one treatment approach doesn't work for everyone. I meet you where you are, and my goal is to work with you get to where you want to be in your life with warmth, sensitivity and wisdom.
I am dedicated to providing you with an opportunity to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from reaching your goals or from being your best self. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, with flexibility and an understanding that one treatment approach doesn't work for everyone. I meet you where you are, and my goal is to work with you get to where you want to be in your life with warmth, sensitivity and wisdom.
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Narmane Daou Hamka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Mental strength is not the ability to stay out of the darkness; it's the ability to sit present in the darkness knowing that the light will shine again. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to provide clients with a safe place to feel relaxed and able to speak freely and honestly. I'm there to motivate, engage and guide them. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, problem solving and motivational techniques. I aim to provide an empathically supportive atmosphere, where clients can feel at ease, take a deep breath and begin to look at their life's problems from a fresh, new perspective.
Mental strength is not the ability to stay out of the darkness; it's the ability to sit present in the darkness knowing that the light will shine again. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to provide clients with a safe place to feel relaxed and able to speak freely and honestly. I'm there to motivate, engage and guide them. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, problem solving and motivational techniques. I aim to provide an empathically supportive atmosphere, where clients can feel at ease, take a deep breath and begin to look at their life's problems from a fresh, new perspective.
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Having problems with emotions, thoughts, urges or behaviors, we can help. Experiencing difficulty adjusting to or coping with people or situations, we can help. Want to feel or think differently: live a better life, we can help. Find yourself unable to get or stay engaged in the life you want, we can help. Habitually reacting to people, feelings or ideas, repeating or returning to past behaviors, we can help. Experiencing dysfunction at home, school, work or in society, we can help. Preparing to, in the process of, or maintaining changes and want assistance with your efforts, we can help.
Having problems with emotions, thoughts, urges or behaviors, we can help. Experiencing difficulty adjusting to or coping with people or situations, we can help. Want to feel or think differently: live a better life, we can help. Find yourself unable to get or stay engaged in the life you want, we can help. Habitually reacting to people, feelings or ideas, repeating or returning to past behaviors, we can help. Experiencing dysfunction at home, school, work or in society, we can help. Preparing to, in the process of, or maintaining changes and want assistance with your efforts, we can help.
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Innovative Therapeutic Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, SAP, CSSW, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236 (Online Only)
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
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Mark Oskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
I have an innate desire to help people understand their strengths, as well as their weaknesses, so that they can live their best lives. After graduating from Boston College's School of Clinical Social Work I began working as an outpatient therapist for Sollars & Associates, a family mental health practice in the Metro Detroit area. My strengths lie with client assessment, counseling and treatment planning, with particular focus in interpersonal and family dynamics. My other interests include building social and community networks and spending time with my dog, Ferguson.
I have an innate desire to help people understand their strengths, as well as their weaknesses, so that they can live their best lives. After graduating from Boston College's School of Clinical Social Work I began working as an outpatient therapist for Sollars & Associates, a family mental health practice in the Metro Detroit area. My strengths lie with client assessment, counseling and treatment planning, with particular focus in interpersonal and family dynamics. My other interests include building social and community networks and spending time with my dog, Ferguson.
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Gabrielle Deschaine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
Waitlist for new clients
Healthy connections provide for relationships wherein we feel integrated, empowered, and validated. When these connections are damaged we can suffer physical pain, social isolation, instability and internal fragmentation. It’s at these times, a supportive advocate can assist in repairing damaged or lost connections through a therapeutic rapport. My work is done in relationship with you, exploring how stress, trauma, addiction or disease has impacted your connections and deciding which ones need to be repaired to restore balance to your life.
Healthy connections provide for relationships wherein we feel integrated, empowered, and validated. When these connections are damaged we can suffer physical pain, social isolation, instability and internal fragmentation. It’s at these times, a supportive advocate can assist in repairing damaged or lost connections through a therapeutic rapport. My work is done in relationship with you, exploring how stress, trauma, addiction or disease has impacted your connections and deciding which ones need to be repaired to restore balance to your life.
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Liliana Pacitti
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 (Online Only)
Do you feel unmotivated or something seems to be missing in your life or perhaps you may think you're just not enough? Do you want something different? Do you want to better yourself? I can help you discover your truth, potential and empower your unique self. Live in the moment and allow faith in your life!
Do you feel unmotivated or something seems to be missing in your life or perhaps you may think you're just not enough? Do you want something different? Do you want to better yourself? I can help you discover your truth, potential and empower your unique self. Live in the moment and allow faith in your life!
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Matthew Kramer
Limited License Counselor, MA, LPCC, LLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Do you work in a high stress role? Are you extremely successful/advanced in certain areas, but struggling in others (home life, stress, anxiety, personal/professional challenges, substance use, etc.)? I get it. You are pressured to perform, succeed, and deliver, and it’s hard to let your guard down. I specialize in working with high-performing professionals, including doctors, athletes, lawyers, executives and offer the utmost discretion and confidentiality as well as a concierge approach. I attend to the needs of extremely time-limited individuals and help you move from surviving to thriving in both the short and long term.
Do you work in a high stress role? Are you extremely successful/advanced in certain areas, but struggling in others (home life, stress, anxiety, personal/professional challenges, substance use, etc.)? I get it. You are pressured to perform, succeed, and deliver, and it’s hard to let your guard down. I specialize in working with high-performing professionals, including doctors, athletes, lawyers, executives and offer the utmost discretion and confidentiality as well as a concierge approach. I attend to the needs of extremely time-limited individuals and help you move from surviving to thriving in both the short and long term.
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Ann Abbey
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Does that voice in your head keep you up at night? Do you ever replay the events of the day, wondering what you could have done, should have done, differently? At times, it may seem impossible to do it all and you may feel helpless to slow down the train. Underneath it all, you just want some balance, to be more present and enjoy the moments life has to offer. Yet no matter what you do, you can’t seem to find the joy and happiness that others appear to have. You really just want to know that everything is going to be okay.
Does that voice in your head keep you up at night? Do you ever replay the events of the day, wondering what you could have done, should have done, differently? At times, it may seem impossible to do it all and you may feel helpless to slow down the train. Underneath it all, you just want some balance, to be more present and enjoy the moments life has to offer. Yet no matter what you do, you can’t seem to find the joy and happiness that others appear to have. You really just want to know that everything is going to be okay.
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Danica Grceski - Specialist In Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-CM, CCTP, C-ASWCM, SSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226 (Online Only)
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse yourself? As a survivor of Narcissistic Abuse myself, I get the horror you are living through right now. One day the guy is the “man of your dreams”, the next, he’s morphed into this lying, cheating, manipulative, demeaning man that you no longer even recognize. You are feeling so down, depressed and hopeless that you struggle to even get out of bed in the morning. When you do get out of bed, you wonder what is even the point of living a life like this. You dread another day of walking on eggshells, rage, being told you're ugly, a terrible mom, and called all sorts of disrespectful names.
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse yourself? As a survivor of Narcissistic Abuse myself, I get the horror you are living through right now. One day the guy is the “man of your dreams”, the next, he’s morphed into this lying, cheating, manipulative, demeaning man that you no longer even recognize. You are feeling so down, depressed and hopeless that you struggle to even get out of bed in the morning. When you do get out of bed, you wonder what is even the point of living a life like this. You dread another day of walking on eggshells, rage, being told you're ugly, a terrible mom, and called all sorts of disrespectful names.
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I often say it is my job to help make life better. Whether you are worrying too much (anxiety), feeling sad (depression), or dealing with trauma, I will do just that: Help make life better. I have experience with children, adolescents, adults and families and have worked in both the school system and in full-time private practice. My style is practical, and focuses a lot on coping mechanisms and strategies. I have had much success working on a variety of issues as noted below. I enjoy assisting in the progress and achievement of attaining goals. My COVID mission has been "always an opening" and now have associates too!
I often say it is my job to help make life better. Whether you are worrying too much (anxiety), feeling sad (depression), or dealing with trauma, I will do just that: Help make life better. I have experience with children, adolescents, adults and families and have worked in both the school system and in full-time private practice. My style is practical, and focuses a lot on coping mechanisms and strategies. I have had much success working on a variety of issues as noted below. I enjoy assisting in the progress and achievement of attaining goals. My COVID mission has been "always an opening" and now have associates too!
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I consider therapy a gift where you are able to detox from family pain and drama, remove the obstacles to your own growth and happiness -- and live the life you were meant to live. In our work together you will begin to know your self. Deep within each of us is the longing for happiness. Happiness does not depend on outer circumstances or how other people behave, it’s created with our innermost feelings and sense of well-being. My practice offers individual, couples and family sessions for all ages, with night and weekend appointments available. My office is located on the first floor of the beautiful Park Shelton building.
I consider therapy a gift where you are able to detox from family pain and drama, remove the obstacles to your own growth and happiness -- and live the life you were meant to live. In our work together you will begin to know your self. Deep within each of us is the longing for happiness. Happiness does not depend on outer circumstances or how other people behave, it’s created with our innermost feelings and sense of well-being. My practice offers individual, couples and family sessions for all ages, with night and weekend appointments available. My office is located on the first floor of the beautiful Park Shelton building.
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Integrity House Treatment Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202 (Online Only)
Thank you for allowing me to assist you in your time of need. I will provide you with empathy, compassion, and understanding, with recommendations, insight, hope, and truth as necessary for recovery and healing. I am proficient in alcohol/drug addiction. I have treated many people with these complex problems. I have also counseled numerous people with severe mental illnesses, including Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress, Schizophrenia, Personality Disorders, and comorbidities. Both addiction and mental illness are chronic, debilitating disorders that can be arrested and treated so you can live a life with hope!
Thank you for allowing me to assist you in your time of need. I will provide you with empathy, compassion, and understanding, with recommendations, insight, hope, and truth as necessary for recovery and healing. I am proficient in alcohol/drug addiction. I have treated many people with these complex problems. I have also counseled numerous people with severe mental illnesses, including Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress, Schizophrenia, Personality Disorders, and comorbidities. Both addiction and mental illness are chronic, debilitating disorders that can be arrested and treated so you can live a life with hope!
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Vikkie Tucker
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, ACSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Detroit, MI 48214 (Online Only)
When you read these words, you may be considering therapy at this time in your life. You might think something is wrong due to anxiety or sadness. On the contrary, there is something within yourself that needs attention to how you are feeling. When your feelings are affecting the quality of your personal life or career choice, these clues provide an opportunity to take action for your wellness. Hopefully, you may find a fit with my service to care for your well-being. The primary focus of service is women.
When you read these words, you may be considering therapy at this time in your life. You might think something is wrong due to anxiety or sadness. On the contrary, there is something within yourself that needs attention to how you are feeling. When your feelings are affecting the quality of your personal life or career choice, these clues provide an opportunity to take action for your wellness. Hopefully, you may find a fit with my service to care for your well-being. The primary focus of service is women.
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Jennifer A Jennings
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48224 (Online Only)
Tired of not knowing how you feel or how you should feel? How about tired of telling the world you are ok but are really crying on the inside? Are you ready for change? Well, I’m here to discuss the different ways you see yourself and even the ways you don’t. I invite you to move out of your own way into your own greatness, using mindfulness and other Cognitive Behavioral Techniques. I have an action-oriented approach using thought provoking questions stemmed from evidenced based tools and techniques to identify real solutions to your real life.
Tired of not knowing how you feel or how you should feel? How about tired of telling the world you are ok but are really crying on the inside? Are you ready for change? Well, I’m here to discuss the different ways you see yourself and even the ways you don’t. I invite you to move out of your own way into your own greatness, using mindfulness and other Cognitive Behavioral Techniques. I have an action-oriented approach using thought provoking questions stemmed from evidenced based tools and techniques to identify real solutions to your real life.
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Erika Piloto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-QS, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48226 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual licensed mental health therapist seeing clients virtually in Florida and Michigan. I have a vast amount of experience working in various settings, such as government agencies, nonprofits, mental health clinics and private practice. As a therapist, I specialize in working with young adults and women who struggle with anxiety, disordered eating & body image, relationship issues & life transitions, grief & trauma. With a goal-oriented and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I am a bilingual licensed mental health therapist seeing clients virtually in Florida and Michigan. I have a vast amount of experience working in various settings, such as government agencies, nonprofits, mental health clinics and private practice. As a therapist, I specialize in working with young adults and women who struggle with anxiety, disordered eating & body image, relationship issues & life transitions, grief & trauma. With a goal-oriented and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
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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.