Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Georgia
Georgia Mind Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Conyers, GA 30094
Are you emotionally drained from the storm of a divorce or breakup? Struggling with self-doubt as a result of the infidelity, narcissistic abuse or gaslighting that occurred in your relationship? I offer a haven to explore and transform amidst this tumultuous transition. Whether you've just filed or are contemplating divorce, together, we'll uncover the resilience and growth awaiting you. Let's embark on this healing journey today.
Are you emotionally drained from the storm of a divorce or breakup? Struggling with self-doubt as a result of the infidelity, narcissistic abuse or gaslighting that occurred in your relationship? I offer a haven to explore and transform amidst this tumultuous transition. Whether you've just filed or are contemplating divorce, together, we'll uncover the resilience and growth awaiting you. Let's embark on this healing journey today.
Lisa Van Der Merwe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30009
In a relaxed and productive environment, I guide people in how to experience a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives and relationships. I’ve been a licensed therapist for 25 years, and I specialize in couples counseling, stress and anxiety, men’s issues, and helping people who are just struggling with a general sense of dissatisfaction with life. I also specialize in working with partners of narcissists and adults who were impacted by having a narcissistic parent.
In a relaxed and productive environment, I guide people in how to experience a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives and relationships. I’ve been a licensed therapist for 25 years, and I specialize in couples counseling, stress and anxiety, men’s issues, and helping people who are just struggling with a general sense of dissatisfaction with life. I also specialize in working with partners of narcissists and adults who were impacted by having a narcissistic parent.
Charlotte Ives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I am a Georgia LCSW, specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma, anxiety, and depression with adults ages 18 and above. I have over 12 years of experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship difficulties and providing parent coaching. I provide treatment to address problematic behaviors (emotion dysregulation, insomnia, and substance use), troubling emotions (fear, depression, and anxiety), maladaptive thought patterns (self-criticism and rumination), and relationship issues (work, family, and dating).
Welcome! I am a Georgia LCSW, specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma, anxiety, and depression with adults ages 18 and above. I have over 12 years of experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship difficulties and providing parent coaching. I provide treatment to address problematic behaviors (emotion dysregulation, insomnia, and substance use), troubling emotions (fear, depression, and anxiety), maladaptive thought patterns (self-criticism and rumination), and relationship issues (work, family, and dating).
Hilary Shana Woodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
My primary speciality is working with clients who have endured Narcissistic Abuse in a relationship, parents, & adult children. Embarking on the therapy journey can be overwhelming, yet hopeful when ready to invest in yourself. I will work with you collaboratively to assist in the exploration of ways to remove uncomfortable symptoms, alleviate emotional pain, increase self awareness and promote personal growth for positive change with use of trauma therapy. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Narcissistic Abuse, divorce and coparenting with a narcissist.
My primary speciality is working with clients who have endured Narcissistic Abuse in a relationship, parents, & adult children. Embarking on the therapy journey can be overwhelming, yet hopeful when ready to invest in yourself. I will work with you collaboratively to assist in the exploration of ways to remove uncomfortable symptoms, alleviate emotional pain, increase self awareness and promote personal growth for positive change with use of trauma therapy. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Narcissistic Abuse, divorce and coparenting with a narcissist.
Ellen J. Biros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Suwanee, GA 30024
I also specialize in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse and other manipulative personality disorders.
I am a strong believer in therapy! There is a true advantage in talking through problems with someone who can offer objective feedback. A therapist can offer a different insight from friends and family. I believe that therapy is all about communication, both verbal and physical.
I also specialize in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse and other manipulative personality disorders.
I am a strong believer in therapy! There is a true advantage in talking through problems with someone who can offer objective feedback. A therapist can offer a different insight from friends and family. I believe that therapy is all about communication, both verbal and physical.
Beth McDonald
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, GA 30650 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced narcissistic abuse. As an adult child of a narcissist myself, I know all too well how difficult it is to get help and to heal. Narcissism isn't necessarily overt abuse, especially for children, and it is often hard to figure out why you feel depressed, anxious, struggle with perfectionism, or keep finding yourself in codependent relationships as adults. Narcissistic abuse is trauma and it can keep you in survival mode for a very long time. As trauma therapist, I would love to help you learn to thrive, to find joy, to be free, and really live your own life. We do heal!
I specialize in working with clients who have experienced narcissistic abuse. As an adult child of a narcissist myself, I know all too well how difficult it is to get help and to heal. Narcissism isn't necessarily overt abuse, especially for children, and it is often hard to figure out why you feel depressed, anxious, struggle with perfectionism, or keep finding yourself in codependent relationships as adults. Narcissistic abuse is trauma and it can keep you in survival mode for a very long time. As trauma therapist, I would love to help you learn to thrive, to find joy, to be free, and really live your own life. We do heal!
Nicole Franco - Narcissistic Abuse Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Sandy Springs, GA 30328 (Online Only)
I specialize in Narcissistic Abuse, Childhood Abuse, and Complex PTSD/Trauma therapy.
Online in Tennessee & Georgia. You've been in a cycle of toxic relationships that make you feel crazy and not good enough. You're a people pleaser and a perfectionist. You worry about everyone else's feelings but your own. You wonder, "am I the narcissist?" Maybe you've tried to set boundaries with a parent, but still feel misunderstood, criticized, or invalidated. You believe your childhood was difficult but then rationalize that it "wasn't that bad." You won't call it trauma or abuse but then what was it?
I specialize in Narcissistic Abuse, Childhood Abuse, and Complex PTSD/Trauma therapy.
Online in Tennessee & Georgia. You've been in a cycle of toxic relationships that make you feel crazy and not good enough. You're a people pleaser and a perfectionist. You worry about everyone else's feelings but your own. You wonder, "am I the narcissist?" Maybe you've tried to set boundaries with a parent, but still feel misunderstood, criticized, or invalidated. You believe your childhood was difficult but then rationalize that it "wasn't that bad." You won't call it trauma or abuse but then what was it?
Lisa Giebelhaus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076 (Online Only)
I holds a keen interest in assisting with women’s issues especially that of domestic and narcissistic abuse.
“Often when we are breaking down, we are really breaking open. It is my hope to hold space with you during your time of transformation and healing.” My approach is to create a safe, trusting, judgment-free therapeutic environment to bring your struggle into the therapy room real-time. I will work with you to create and shape an outcome that aligns with your life’s values, goals and direction. I hold an interest in existential, humanistic, person-centered, “here and now”, experiential and mindfulness-based therapy styles.
I holds a keen interest in assisting with women’s issues especially that of domestic and narcissistic abuse.
“Often when we are breaking down, we are really breaking open. It is my hope to hold space with you during your time of transformation and healing.” My approach is to create a safe, trusting, judgment-free therapeutic environment to bring your struggle into the therapy room real-time. I will work with you to create and shape an outcome that aligns with your life’s values, goals and direction. I hold an interest in existential, humanistic, person-centered, “here and now”, experiential and mindfulness-based therapy styles.
Lisa R Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kennesaw, GA 30144
A therapist is one who listens, who "gets you." Having experienced the painful, looping cycle of love vs chaos in narcissistic-codependent relationships, I know the trauma of divorce, single-parenting hardships, poverty, hitting the bottom and finding your way back. I know the shame, the hurt of emotional manipulation and alienation by a religious agency, having lived on "both sides of ministry leadership". I have discovered the power in inviting someone to walk alongside even in the ugly stuff; learning to be transparent and vulnerable is hard, and brave. I am here for you, to listen, no judgments, with openness to your need.
A therapist is one who listens, who "gets you." Having experienced the painful, looping cycle of love vs chaos in narcissistic-codependent relationships, I know the trauma of divorce, single-parenting hardships, poverty, hitting the bottom and finding your way back. I know the shame, the hurt of emotional manipulation and alienation by a religious agency, having lived on "both sides of ministry leadership". I have discovered the power in inviting someone to walk alongside even in the ugly stuff; learning to be transparent and vulnerable is hard, and brave. I am here for you, to listen, no judgments, with openness to your need.
Marcia Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Suwanee, GA 30024 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Marcia Williams, a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience in individual, couples, and group therapy, specializing in recovering from narcissistic abuse. My early career involved supporting families affected by drug addiction, including crisis intervention through a suicide call center. I have also facilitated workshops on various topics including 12-step principles and family recovery, as well as how to heal from narcissistic abuse. After being married to a narcissist for 30 years, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Hello, I'm Marcia Williams, a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience in individual, couples, and group therapy, specializing in recovering from narcissistic abuse. My early career involved supporting families affected by drug addiction, including crisis intervention through a suicide call center. I have also facilitated workshops on various topics including 12-step principles and family recovery, as well as how to heal from narcissistic abuse. After being married to a narcissist for 30 years, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Mary Elizabeth Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Now taking new clients! My approach is integrative, compassionate, and client-centered, aiming to empower individuals to heal and thrive. Whether you're seeking recovery from narcissistic abuse, struggling with depression or anxiety, eating disorders, facing the aftermath of trauma, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQ+ spectrum, I provide a safe, supportive environment tailored to your unique journey. If you resonate with any of these challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can embark on a path toward healing and growth. You are not alone, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Now taking new clients! My approach is integrative, compassionate, and client-centered, aiming to empower individuals to heal and thrive. Whether you're seeking recovery from narcissistic abuse, struggling with depression or anxiety, eating disorders, facing the aftermath of trauma, or exploring your identity within the LGBTQ+ spectrum, I provide a safe, supportive environment tailored to your unique journey. If you resonate with any of these challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can embark on a path toward healing and growth. You are not alone, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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One of my areas of interest is helping people recover from dysfunctional or narcissistic relationships.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or trauma? Do you have problems with low self-esteem and have trouble asserting yourself in relationships? Are you experiencing emotional abuse from someone close to you such as a parent, sibling, co-worker, or a spouse? Have you ever been in a dysfunctional or narcissistic relationship, and find it hard to trust others? Please know that you are not alone. Many other people have felt the way you do. There is hope for healing, and you can have the life you have always wanted.
One of my areas of interest is helping people recover from dysfunctional or narcissistic relationships.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or trauma? Do you have problems with low self-esteem and have trouble asserting yourself in relationships? Are you experiencing emotional abuse from someone close to you such as a parent, sibling, co-worker, or a spouse? Have you ever been in a dysfunctional or narcissistic relationship, and find it hard to trust others? Please know that you are not alone. Many other people have felt the way you do. There is hope for healing, and you can have the life you have always wanted.
Hi, I'm Danielle! I know it feels hard right now. Everything is so overwhelming and it seems like you might feel this way forever. Don't worry, you won't! You are already on the right track to finding balance and happiness in your life again. I see adults who are seeking support as they navigate life's many hurdles. I work with overwhelmed teens as they launch into young adulthood. And I help couples who are struggling to find connection. I also have a special passion for helping survivors of narcissistic abuse find their voice and inner strength again. There are so many reasons to seek therapy and each one is valid. Help is here!
Hi, I'm Danielle! I know it feels hard right now. Everything is so overwhelming and it seems like you might feel this way forever. Don't worry, you won't! You are already on the right track to finding balance and happiness in your life again. I see adults who are seeking support as they navigate life's many hurdles. I work with overwhelmed teens as they launch into young adulthood. And I help couples who are struggling to find connection. I also have a special passion for helping survivors of narcissistic abuse find their voice and inner strength again. There are so many reasons to seek therapy and each one is valid. Help is here!
Sarah Zipfel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Acworth, GA 30101
The heart of my practice aids clients recovering from toxic, abusive relationships, with a specialty in narcissistic abuse, coparenting, and systemic family conflict.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a PhD resident in General Psychology, it is my privilege to walk alongside people who are suffering from relational trauma and interpersonal dysfunction. I am confident that there is freedom from chaotic cycles of brokenness, disconnection and pain. My therapeutic focus centers on severe relational trauma stemming from narcissistic abuse, substance abuse, sexual addiction and codependency. My clinical practice focuses on healing from relational trauma, high-conflict partnerships, hostile communication patterns and coparenting/divorce challenges.
The heart of my practice aids clients recovering from toxic, abusive relationships, with a specialty in narcissistic abuse, coparenting, and systemic family conflict.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a PhD resident in General Psychology, it is my privilege to walk alongside people who are suffering from relational trauma and interpersonal dysfunction. I am confident that there is freedom from chaotic cycles of brokenness, disconnection and pain. My therapeutic focus centers on severe relational trauma stemming from narcissistic abuse, substance abuse, sexual addiction and codependency. My clinical practice focuses on healing from relational trauma, high-conflict partnerships, hostile communication patterns and coparenting/divorce challenges.
Kalpana Murthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MS, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
Not accepting new clients
As an EMDRIA-Certified EMDR therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and Career Coach, I help women quickly recover from set-backs, upsetting experiences and trauma that diminish self-esteem, and contribute to indecision, anxiety, sadness, shame, relationship problems and career issues. I address the root cause of problems and provide research based approaches to removing emotional blocks that hold clients back from feeling good and achieving their goals. I enjoy helping clients heal from adverse childhood experiences, emotional neglect, abuse, narcissistic relationships, recent trauma, loss, and workplace challenges.
As an EMDRIA-Certified EMDR therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and Career Coach, I help women quickly recover from set-backs, upsetting experiences and trauma that diminish self-esteem, and contribute to indecision, anxiety, sadness, shame, relationship problems and career issues. I address the root cause of problems and provide research based approaches to removing emotional blocks that hold clients back from feeling good and achieving their goals. I enjoy helping clients heal from adverse childhood experiences, emotional neglect, abuse, narcissistic relationships, recent trauma, loss, and workplace challenges.
Beth Kressin
Pastoral Counselor, MA, CELC, CTRC-S
Verified Verified
Gray, GA 31032
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma and Neglect Survivors - I specialize in working with survivors of childhood, generational, and neurodiverse trauma - specifically adult children of narcissistic, emotionally immature and mentally unstable parents. Through understanding, compassion, playfulness, and sharing information, I will walk with you on your healing journey. Developmental trauma is sometimes hard to see, because for those who grew up in it, it was just normal. We were taught to keep secrets, be hypervigilant, and to do and become what the people around us needed so we could survive. Those coping skills helped us survive, but now are in our way.
Trauma and Neglect Survivors - I specialize in working with survivors of childhood, generational, and neurodiverse trauma - specifically adult children of narcissistic, emotionally immature and mentally unstable parents. Through understanding, compassion, playfulness, and sharing information, I will walk with you on your healing journey. Developmental trauma is sometimes hard to see, because for those who grew up in it, it was just normal. We were taught to keep secrets, be hypervigilant, and to do and become what the people around us needed so we could survive. Those coping skills helped us survive, but now are in our way.
James Parker Griffin Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAMS II
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30328 (Online Only)
I WORK WITH SURVIVORS OF NARCISSISTIC ABUSE.
VIDEO LINK BELOW. I work with many income levels and cultural backgrounds. I help them learn skills to change their lives for the better. I have decades of experience--cradle to grave. My cognitive-behavioral approach is to serve WITHOUT JUDGMENT or assuming how clients are without getting to know them one-to-one. All client information is confidential except as required by law: danger to self or others such as child or elder abuse. Fortunately, this is rare. ASK FOR DR. GRIFFIN!: THE VERY BEST WAY TO SCHEDULE IS BY EMAIL ACCORDING TO THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. GIVE TIME AND DATE AT: psychiatric.consult@aol.com
I WORK WITH SURVIVORS OF NARCISSISTIC ABUSE.
VIDEO LINK BELOW. I work with many income levels and cultural backgrounds. I help them learn skills to change their lives for the better. I have decades of experience--cradle to grave. My cognitive-behavioral approach is to serve WITHOUT JUDGMENT or assuming how clients are without getting to know them one-to-one. All client information is confidential except as required by law: danger to self or others such as child or elder abuse. Fortunately, this is rare. ASK FOR DR. GRIFFIN!: THE VERY BEST WAY TO SCHEDULE IS BY EMAIL ACCORDING TO THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. GIVE TIME AND DATE AT: psychiatric.consult@aol.com
My personal experience and professional training has prepared me to coach on variety of issues: Integrative Wellness, Mindfulness, Career coaching, Codependency, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Narcissistic Abuse, Family and Relationship Issues, Leadership Coaching, Childhood trauma, Men and Women of Color, Bullying, Difficult Teens, LGBTQ challenges, and Body Image and Health.
Life doesn't get better by chance, it get's better by CHOICE and CHANGE! As an Integrative Wellness & Life Coach, I believe you have the power to change your life! I partner with you as a guide and accountability partner as you do the work to heal yourself. I support clients in healing core issues and negative patterns while empowering them to change their life with effective tools, techniques, and specific action plans. Successful clients gain freedom from the past and overcome habits and patterns that block fulfillment in all areas of their lives. Let's get to work!
My personal experience and professional training has prepared me to coach on variety of issues: Integrative Wellness, Mindfulness, Career coaching, Codependency, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Narcissistic Abuse, Family and Relationship Issues, Leadership Coaching, Childhood trauma, Men and Women of Color, Bullying, Difficult Teens, LGBTQ challenges, and Body Image and Health.
Life doesn't get better by chance, it get's better by CHOICE and CHANGE! As an Integrative Wellness & Life Coach, I believe you have the power to change your life! I partner with you as a guide and accountability partner as you do the work to heal yourself. I support clients in healing core issues and negative patterns while empowering them to change their life with effective tools, techniques, and specific action plans. Successful clients gain freedom from the past and overcome habits and patterns that block fulfillment in all areas of their lives. Let's get to work!
Hannah Latta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, NCC, EMDR , BCTMH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Augusta, GA 30904 (Online Only)
I help individuals resolve their depression, anxiety and other symptoms as a result of abuse, including narcissistic abuse, neglect or infidelity using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting (BSP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) along with other modalities.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, anger or low self-esteem or did you grow up in an abusive home? Are you married to someone who is abusive emotionally or physically or have you discovered your spouse's infidelity? If you are struggling with any of these symptoms or to trust in your relationship, let us work together so we can develop a plan of how to reduce your symptoms, increase your self esteem, work through the abuse of child/adulthood, or address the trauma of infidelity.
I help individuals resolve their depression, anxiety and other symptoms as a result of abuse, including narcissistic abuse, neglect or infidelity using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting (BSP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) along with other modalities.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, anger or low self-esteem or did you grow up in an abusive home? Are you married to someone who is abusive emotionally or physically or have you discovered your spouse's infidelity? If you are struggling with any of these symptoms or to trust in your relationship, let us work together so we can develop a plan of how to reduce your symptoms, increase your self esteem, work through the abuse of child/adulthood, or address the trauma of infidelity.
Angela McHaney Aderogba
Master Social Work, EdD(c), LMSW, LAPSW
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135 (Online Only)
Greetings! My ideal clients are one who may be at a crossroad, who may be struggling with balancing life, trying to manage stress, depression and/or anxiety, establishing and maintaining boundaries, one who may want to change careers or one who may be currently going through a divorce or struggling with his/her sexual dysfunction or fantasies. I have many years of clinical experience working with the aforementioned, caregivers of aging parents, veterans, parenting support, coaching, empowering and reality testing. I encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone and allow me to assist with identifying and reaching your goal(s).
Greetings! My ideal clients are one who may be at a crossroad, who may be struggling with balancing life, trying to manage stress, depression and/or anxiety, establishing and maintaining boundaries, one who may want to change careers or one who may be currently going through a divorce or struggling with his/her sexual dysfunction or fantasies. I have many years of clinical experience working with the aforementioned, caregivers of aging parents, veterans, parenting support, coaching, empowering and reality testing. I encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone and allow me to assist with identifying and reaching your goal(s).
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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.