Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in California
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Jessica ' Chiara ' Viscomi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118 (Online Only)
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships? Welcome. Or do you need support for having a loved one with serious mental illness (SMI)? Welcome.
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships? Welcome. Or do you need support for having a loved one with serious mental illness (SMI)? Welcome.
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Gila Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
You hide it well. You dress the part. You focus on other people so they won't focus on you. You do well professionally and it distracts you from how deeply alone you feel. Often if seems easier to pretend that you're OK, but deep down... you hope for something more. I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults who struggle with shame, depression, suicidality, divorce, anger, anxiety, isolation, or estrangment from family members. I also specialize in working with friends and family members of narcissistic personalities.
You hide it well. You dress the part. You focus on other people so they won't focus on you. You do well professionally and it distracts you from how deeply alone you feel. Often if seems easier to pretend that you're OK, but deep down... you hope for something more. I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults who struggle with shame, depression, suicidality, divorce, anger, anxiety, isolation, or estrangment from family members. I also specialize in working with friends and family members of narcissistic personalities.
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Mark Ettensohn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating vulnerable narcissistic issues that involve low self-esteem, illness anxiety, depressive thoughts and feelings, emotional conflict, self-defeating behaviors, anxiety, alienation, and difficulties with trust.
I specialize in treating vulnerable narcissistic issues that involve low self-esteem, illness anxiety, depressive thoughts and feelings, emotional conflict, self-defeating behaviors, anxiety, alienation, and difficulties with trust.
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I have particular interest in Borderline and Narcissistic conditions.
I am currently taking new patients. The difficulties, pain, and sometimes confusion that arises in trying to meet emotional needs may lead to seeking help. I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, and psychoanalyst with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents, adults, and couples. My approach connects to my patients with empathy and insight beyond basic support. This is a collaborative approach to therapy.
I have particular interest in Borderline and Narcissistic conditions.
I am currently taking new patients. The difficulties, pain, and sometimes confusion that arises in trying to meet emotional needs may lead to seeking help. I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, and psychoanalyst with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents, adults, and couples. My approach connects to my patients with empathy and insight beyond basic support. This is a collaborative approach to therapy.
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Jessica McGowen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104 (Online Only)
If you’re in or have been in a narcissistic relationship, I understand exactly what you have experienced.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
If you’re in or have been in a narcissistic relationship, I understand exactly what you have experienced.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
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Cynthia Eddings
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Online Only)
My hearts’ delight is showing up for women recovering from narcissistic abuse.
You are mad at yourself because once again you're in a relationship with a narcissist. Your partner was fun and charming, but now you realize that he/she; is only interested in himself, is incapable of recognizing their responsibility when things go wrong, angry most of the time, and often has terrifying rage episodes; tell you that you are the crazy one. You feel isolated and confused and longer able to trust your own reality. You mask the pain with alcohol, drugs, sex, over-spending, over-working, over-pleasing, and over-doing, but eventually, these ways of getting through bad days stop working. You want your life back.
My hearts’ delight is showing up for women recovering from narcissistic abuse.
You are mad at yourself because once again you're in a relationship with a narcissist. Your partner was fun and charming, but now you realize that he/she; is only interested in himself, is incapable of recognizing their responsibility when things go wrong, angry most of the time, and often has terrifying rage episodes; tell you that you are the crazy one. You feel isolated and confused and longer able to trust your own reality. You mask the pain with alcohol, drugs, sex, over-spending, over-working, over-pleasing, and over-doing, but eventually, these ways of getting through bad days stop working. You want your life back.
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Are you working through trauma or a difficult life transition? Are you in relationship with a toxic or narcissistic person? Are you facing painful loss? Do you want to use principles of spirituality to strengthen you and answer life's deepest questions? Do you suffer from DID or dissociative disorder? For 30 years, I have guided people toward authentic ways of living and relating. Through many types of treatment, I help people to understand how traumatic life events change us and how to transform thoughts, feelings, and relationships. We focus on real actions you can take to find the power to reverse the effects of pain and trauma.
Are you working through trauma or a difficult life transition? Are you in relationship with a toxic or narcissistic person? Are you facing painful loss? Do you want to use principles of spirituality to strengthen you and answer life's deepest questions? Do you suffer from DID or dissociative disorder? For 30 years, I have guided people toward authentic ways of living and relating. Through many types of treatment, I help people to understand how traumatic life events change us and how to transform thoughts, feelings, and relationships. We focus on real actions you can take to find the power to reverse the effects of pain and trauma.
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Mahtaab Khanjari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, narcissistic abuse, grief, adjustments, and other relationship issues.
Being human is not a simple experience, and reaching out for help along the way can be challenging. If you are reading this and think it’s time to ask for support, I see your courage and it would be an honor to join your journey. Whether you want to work through harrowing events and memories or learn new coping skills and prioritize your mental health, you deserve a time and place to do that. I intend to hold a warm, non-judgmental space to create an emotionally safe environment for growth, empowerment, and reconnecting with your inner self. I will be there to listen, support, and guide you.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, narcissistic abuse, grief, adjustments, and other relationship issues.
Being human is not a simple experience, and reaching out for help along the way can be challenging. If you are reading this and think it’s time to ask for support, I see your courage and it would be an honor to join your journey. Whether you want to work through harrowing events and memories or learn new coping skills and prioritize your mental health, you deserve a time and place to do that. I intend to hold a warm, non-judgmental space to create an emotionally safe environment for growth, empowerment, and reconnecting with your inner self. I will be there to listen, support, and guide you.
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Infidelity/Betrayal Trauma Counseling and Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90035 (Online Only)
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; GASLIGHTING; CODEPENDENCY; TRAUMA BONDING ATTACHMENT: Struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, betrayal, relational safety violations, gaslighting or narcissistic abuse? Feeling trapped in toxic bonding, attachment issues, or navigating turbulent waters of a hi-conflict relationship? Whether you’re an individual grappling with inner turmoil or part of a couple ambivalent about staying together, I’m here to help you find clarity, healing, and a path forward.
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; GASLIGHTING; CODEPENDENCY; TRAUMA BONDING ATTACHMENT: Struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, betrayal, relational safety violations, gaslighting or narcissistic abuse? Feeling trapped in toxic bonding, attachment issues, or navigating turbulent waters of a hi-conflict relationship? Whether you’re an individual grappling with inner turmoil or part of a couple ambivalent about staying together, I’m here to help you find clarity, healing, and a path forward.
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Jake Clevenger
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816 (Online Only)
Break free from the chains of Narcissistic Abuse and Childhood Trauma! Are you constantly doubting yourself, walking on eggshells, and feeling lost? Gaslighting and emotional abuse can leave you feeling confused and powerless. As a therapist experienced in helping survivors of narcissistic abuse, I offer a safe space to rebuild your confidence, find your true self, and regain control over your life.
Break free from the chains of Narcissistic Abuse and Childhood Trauma! Are you constantly doubting yourself, walking on eggshells, and feeling lost? Gaslighting and emotional abuse can leave you feeling confused and powerless. As a therapist experienced in helping survivors of narcissistic abuse, I offer a safe space to rebuild your confidence, find your true self, and regain control over your life.
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Emma Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
I work with individuals/families that have experienced emotional and physical abandonment and/or are healing from narcissistic abuse in either parental/romantic/sibling relationships.
We all have the capacity and right to have a fulfilling life however, many barriers interfere with our current sense of satisfaction and our ability to achieve our dreams. I hope to be able to help you explore what barriers are getting in the way by focusing on, recognizing and reinforcing your innate strengths, and exploring where blockages within your life manifested, and how they may be shifted so that you are able to transform.
I work with individuals/families that have experienced emotional and physical abandonment and/or are healing from narcissistic abuse in either parental/romantic/sibling relationships.
We all have the capacity and right to have a fulfilling life however, many barriers interfere with our current sense of satisfaction and our ability to achieve our dreams. I hope to be able to help you explore what barriers are getting in the way by focusing on, recognizing and reinforcing your innate strengths, and exploring where blockages within your life manifested, and how they may be shifted so that you are able to transform.
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Whether you are struggling with, anxiety,narcissistic abuse,depression, or self image, there is one common denominator-YOU! In our work together you will learn to discover yourself, challenge and overcome dysfunctional behaviors, develop effective tools and coping strategies,set boundaries,recognize your triggers,become more self aware and learn to take responsibility for your part in developing healthy relationships. As we work together we will create challenge false realities and create new map.
Whether you are struggling with, anxiety,narcissistic abuse,depression, or self image, there is one common denominator-YOU! In our work together you will learn to discover yourself, challenge and overcome dysfunctional behaviors, develop effective tools and coping strategies,set boundaries,recognize your triggers,become more self aware and learn to take responsibility for your part in developing healthy relationships. As we work together we will create challenge false realities and create new map.
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Susan Genie Chakmakian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91214 (Online Only)
My specialties are infertility/adoption, creative artists and musicians, and narcissistic abuse.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed by difficulties with relationships, your job, your purpose in life? There is hope. I believe that deeper understanding of yourself can create contentment, acceptance and peace. Through a collaborative process, I will support you in uncovering the emotional truth of your struggle, which will reduce stress, support healing and change, and help facilitate a more meaningful direction. Finding new and better ways of dealing with your conflicts may be challenging at times, but it's time to start feeling better and the rewards are worth it.
My specialties are infertility/adoption, creative artists and musicians, and narcissistic abuse.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed by difficulties with relationships, your job, your purpose in life? There is hope. I believe that deeper understanding of yourself can create contentment, acceptance and peace. Through a collaborative process, I will support you in uncovering the emotional truth of your struggle, which will reduce stress, support healing and change, and help facilitate a more meaningful direction. Finding new and better ways of dealing with your conflicts may be challenging at times, but it's time to start feeling better and the rewards are worth it.
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Carrie Ann Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364 (Online Only)
Most people come to me to feel comfortable within themselves so that they can be unapologetically, authentically, vibrantly, and joyously themselves. You can learn to set boundaries, speak your truth, and ask for what you need. I maintain a central focus on the experiences of trauma, especially within the domain of narcissistic abuse, high conflict divorce, trauma & Borderline Personality Disorder. I specialize in therapy for those impacted by interpersonal trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as supporting individuals from all walks of life to navigate the full range experiences you have encountered on your journey.
Most people come to me to feel comfortable within themselves so that they can be unapologetically, authentically, vibrantly, and joyously themselves. You can learn to set boundaries, speak your truth, and ask for what you need. I maintain a central focus on the experiences of trauma, especially within the domain of narcissistic abuse, high conflict divorce, trauma & Borderline Personality Disorder. I specialize in therapy for those impacted by interpersonal trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as supporting individuals from all walks of life to navigate the full range experiences you have encountered on your journey.
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Recovery from narcissistic abuse and Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN) are two of my areas of focus (among others).
Are you Super Loyal? An excellent listener, who perhaps doesn’t share much about yourself? The one everyone leans on for support, advice, money, or favors? Are you the glue in your family, and the one who puts out fires? Many of my clients who identify with these kinds of qualities struggle in characteristic ways. Many are uncomfortable acknowledging their own feelings & desires. They make too many sacrifices to avoid being "selfish". They fear confrontation and the possibility of upsetting or disappointing others. They often get drawn into imbalanced relationships... or worse, toxic ones with selfish or narcissistic people.
Recovery from narcissistic abuse and Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN) are two of my areas of focus (among others).
Are you Super Loyal? An excellent listener, who perhaps doesn’t share much about yourself? The one everyone leans on for support, advice, money, or favors? Are you the glue in your family, and the one who puts out fires? Many of my clients who identify with these kinds of qualities struggle in characteristic ways. Many are uncomfortable acknowledging their own feelings & desires. They make too many sacrifices to avoid being "selfish". They fear confrontation and the possibility of upsetting or disappointing others. They often get drawn into imbalanced relationships... or worse, toxic ones with selfish or narcissistic people.
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Lara (Jeanne) Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Looking to make meaningful changes in your life or make sense of difficult past experiences? Are you struggling with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, low self esteem, and loneliness? I am here to help! I provide a warm, welcoming, safe space for you to feel validated and heard. I work to help my diverse clients acquire the tools and support needed to help reduce their anxiety and depression while increasing their self esteem, self worth, and relationship connectivity so they can live more satisfying lives. I use a trauma informed lens and strength based approach.
Looking to make meaningful changes in your life or make sense of difficult past experiences? Are you struggling with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, low self esteem, and loneliness? I am here to help! I provide a warm, welcoming, safe space for you to feel validated and heard. I work to help my diverse clients acquire the tools and support needed to help reduce their anxiety and depression while increasing their self esteem, self worth, and relationship connectivity so they can live more satisfying lives. I use a trauma informed lens and strength based approach.
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Tracy Santomarco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #118841
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
Are you beginning your path of healing after discovering you have been entwined in a narcissistic relationship? Whether it was with a romantic partner, family member, boss, or friend, the wounds left behind can run deep. Let's work together to rebuild your sense of self so you can emerge feeling stronger and more connected to who you are meant to be. I offer interactive and supportive sessions where open, honest communication thrive. Laughter and tears also find their place in our sessions as humor can offer perspective alongside compassion and healing.
Are you beginning your path of healing after discovering you have been entwined in a narcissistic relationship? Whether it was with a romantic partner, family member, boss, or friend, the wounds left behind can run deep. Let's work together to rebuild your sense of self so you can emerge feeling stronger and more connected to who you are meant to be. I offer interactive and supportive sessions where open, honest communication thrive. Laughter and tears also find their place in our sessions as humor can offer perspective alongside compassion and healing.
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Ariana Ashley Mahban
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Hello, I’m Ariana! I am passionate about empowering young adult women and couples to move through life's challenges with more confidence and clarity. My areas of focus include eating disorders, relational issues, and relational trauma. In my practice, I offer support to those on a healing journey from narcissistic abuse, seeking self-identity, facing career challenges, or dealing with body image concerns. My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, person-centered, and evidence-based modalities—striving to blend depth psychology with solution-focused strategies.
Hello, I’m Ariana! I am passionate about empowering young adult women and couples to move through life's challenges with more confidence and clarity. My areas of focus include eating disorders, relational issues, and relational trauma. In my practice, I offer support to those on a healing journey from narcissistic abuse, seeking self-identity, facing career challenges, or dealing with body image concerns. My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, person-centered, and evidence-based modalities—striving to blend depth psychology with solution-focused strategies.
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Maja Wood Radevich Psychotherapy And Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
My areas of focus include narcissistic abuse, life transitions (midlife "crisis," empty nest, divorce, career change) depression, anxiety, creativity, finding meaning and purpose. I am currently working on a research project on using the flow state (being in the zone) in psychotherapy.
My areas of focus include narcissistic abuse, life transitions (midlife "crisis," empty nest, divorce, career change) depression, anxiety, creativity, finding meaning and purpose. I am currently working on a research project on using the flow state (being in the zone) in psychotherapy.
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The majority of my practice has focused on anxiety, depression, and relationship catastrophes. Maybe you have experienced childhood trauma which takes many forms and continues to impact your adult relationships, functioning and wellbeing. Maybe you live with someone who causes harm or is controlling, antagonistic and narcissistic. Maybe you want to see if your relationship with your children or partner can be restored. Maybe you are super worried about your child and seek guidance for yourself or them. Maybe you struggle with guilt and shame and finally want to rid yourself of that stress.
The majority of my practice has focused on anxiety, depression, and relationship catastrophes. Maybe you have experienced childhood trauma which takes many forms and continues to impact your adult relationships, functioning and wellbeing. Maybe you live with someone who causes harm or is controlling, antagonistic and narcissistic. Maybe you want to see if your relationship with your children or partner can be restored. Maybe you are super worried about your child and seek guidance for yourself or them. Maybe you struggle with guilt and shame and finally want to rid yourself of that stress.
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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.