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Mallory Beckwith
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
Are you in an abusive relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or narcissistic personality disorder? Have you been gaslit to the point where you are now questioning your own sanity? As a therapist who has helped many clients heal from narcissistic abuse and lived it myself, I understand the abuse and pain you have been through. Chances are you are in a strong trauma bond with the narcissist in your life which can be difficult to break free from without help. Learn how to set boundaries and create space for your own emotions and needs by working with me.
Are you in an abusive relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or narcissistic personality disorder? Have you been gaslit to the point where you are now questioning your own sanity? As a therapist who has helped many clients heal from narcissistic abuse and lived it myself, I understand the abuse and pain you have been through. Chances are you are in a strong trauma bond with the narcissist in your life which can be difficult to break free from without help. Learn how to set boundaries and create space for your own emotions and needs by working with me.
(512) 991-0677 View (512) 991-0677
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Kayleen Thorson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kingwood, TX 77339
I also specialize in working with individuals that have experienced mental/emotional abuse from a narcissistic parent, guardian, or romantic partner.
I believe that we all experience trauma at some point in our lives whether we recognize it or not. Unaddressed and unprocessed trauma affects all aspects of our lives - school, work, parenting and relationships. Initially, my goal is to help individuals understand and identify trauma and how it impacts everyday living. As the therapeutic process continues, I will aid in creating new healthy pathways of thinking as well as how to react and respond to triggers that result from past traumatic events.
I also specialize in working with individuals that have experienced mental/emotional abuse from a narcissistic parent, guardian, or romantic partner.
I believe that we all experience trauma at some point in our lives whether we recognize it or not. Unaddressed and unprocessed trauma affects all aspects of our lives - school, work, parenting and relationships. Initially, my goal is to help individuals understand and identify trauma and how it impacts everyday living. As the therapeutic process continues, I will aid in creating new healthy pathways of thinking as well as how to react and respond to triggers that result from past traumatic events.
(936) 296-3101 View (936) 296-3101
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Farrin Velasco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, C-PD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I particularly enjoy working with individuals who have endured significant trauma, those with Borderline Personality Disorder & clients with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (or tendencies).
I ascribe to a humanistic and psychodynamic approach and philosophy of counseling with some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mixed in. I focus on client’s emotions, perspectives, and life experiences, rather than just treating symptoms. I believe incongruence, internalized conditions of worth, and unhealthy core beliefs contribute to emotional and psychological distress. Each client is different, what works for one will not work for all. I use a dynamically informed approach in order to create a treatment plan that is best suited to a client's unique needs and goals.
I particularly enjoy working with individuals who have endured significant trauma, those with Borderline Personality Disorder & clients with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (or tendencies).
I ascribe to a humanistic and psychodynamic approach and philosophy of counseling with some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mixed in. I focus on client’s emotions, perspectives, and life experiences, rather than just treating symptoms. I believe incongruence, internalized conditions of worth, and unhealthy core beliefs contribute to emotional and psychological distress. Each client is different, what works for one will not work for all. I use a dynamically informed approach in order to create a treatment plan that is best suited to a client's unique needs and goals.
(832) 838-9513 View (832) 838-9513
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Nasreen Welden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75087
Weeknights Available. Are you seeking personal growth, healing, and lasting change? Perhaps you are in unknown spaces of your life, where transitions or change are calling you to shed what no longer serves you. Shame, anxiety, self-sabotage, and depression are often huge blocks in our lives. I work with individuals to cultivate a deep self-acceptance and self-connection so they may show up fully in their lives: empowered, balanced, calm, and standing in their truth. I offer a safe therapeutic space to illuminate the pathway to authenticity and healing. I also offer a deep understanding of emotional and narcissistic abuse.
Weeknights Available. Are you seeking personal growth, healing, and lasting change? Perhaps you are in unknown spaces of your life, where transitions or change are calling you to shed what no longer serves you. Shame, anxiety, self-sabotage, and depression are often huge blocks in our lives. I work with individuals to cultivate a deep self-acceptance and self-connection so they may show up fully in their lives: empowered, balanced, calm, and standing in their truth. I offer a safe therapeutic space to illuminate the pathway to authenticity and healing. I also offer a deep understanding of emotional and narcissistic abuse.
(214) 238-9301 View (214) 238-9301
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Dare to Be You Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77304
Narcissistic Emotional Abuse - Nothing makes sense anymore. Two plus two no longer equals four. I search, find nothing. I feel like I'm going 'crazy.' "You're imagining things! I might as well be doing it as you're always blaming me for something." BUT YET, I know they are doing the very thing they say they're not doing and I keep second guessing myself. I want a simple life, yet nothing is simple anymore. Everything is just plain CRAZINESS. If you can relate to any of these situations, you most likely are involved with a narcissist, are being emotionally abused and need help. Are you feeling hopeless, worthless, lost and confused?
Narcissistic Emotional Abuse - Nothing makes sense anymore. Two plus two no longer equals four. I search, find nothing. I feel like I'm going 'crazy.' "You're imagining things! I might as well be doing it as you're always blaming me for something." BUT YET, I know they are doing the very thing they say they're not doing and I keep second guessing myself. I want a simple life, yet nothing is simple anymore. Everything is just plain CRAZINESS. If you can relate to any of these situations, you most likely are involved with a narcissist, are being emotionally abused and need help. Are you feeling hopeless, worthless, lost and confused?
(936) 202-3461 View (936) 202-3461
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Dr. Leslie Marie Gordon
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78260
Other areas of concentration are Anxiety, Narcissistic Personality and Couple's Counseling.
As a Christian counselor I long to encourage and uplift. I consider it an honor when clients share their personal pain and struggle with me. Whatever your personal trial is right now, I want to establish a trusting relationship in which we can work through it together. Sometimes it just takes a caring counselor to process emotions with and other times an objective perspective or guidance may be needed. My integrative approach to counseling gives you the benefit of a wide range of options in seeking a peaceful solution to life's struggles.
Other areas of concentration are Anxiety, Narcissistic Personality and Couple's Counseling.
As a Christian counselor I long to encourage and uplift. I consider it an honor when clients share their personal pain and struggle with me. Whatever your personal trial is right now, I want to establish a trusting relationship in which we can work through it together. Sometimes it just takes a caring counselor to process emotions with and other times an objective perspective or guidance may be needed. My integrative approach to counseling gives you the benefit of a wide range of options in seeking a peaceful solution to life's struggles.
(210) 762-4166 View (210) 762-4166
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Sara Mahdavi James
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75214
Narcissistic abuse is one of my specialties, and I am particularly passionate about helping clients navigate their experiences with narcissistic individuals who have impacted their lives.
Are you tired of feeling confused and like you’ve lost your sense of self? Do you struggle with insecurity or feel lonely even when you’re not alone? If these questions resonate with you, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you reclaim your life.
Narcissistic abuse is one of my specialties, and I am particularly passionate about helping clients navigate their experiences with narcissistic individuals who have impacted their lives.
Are you tired of feeling confused and like you’ve lost your sense of self? Do you struggle with insecurity or feel lonely even when you’re not alone? If these questions resonate with you, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you reclaim your life.
(469) 564-1591 View (469) 564-1591
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Rockwall Heath Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSW, LPC, BCBC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032
At Rockwall Heath Counseling, our Dallas area clients know we provide a superior level of care & therapeutic excellence in areas that promote healing, growth & confidence in your counseling process. Our team treats grief & loss, neurodivergence/ADHD, marriage counseling, infidelity, infertility, narcissistic & abusive relationships, play therapy, blended & divorced families, family reunification, with over 35+ specialties & certifications and a 60+ combined years of counseling experience. Counseling ages 6 through adult, we are committed to your growth, change & healing. Change is hard but change is what we do.
At Rockwall Heath Counseling, our Dallas area clients know we provide a superior level of care & therapeutic excellence in areas that promote healing, growth & confidence in your counseling process. Our team treats grief & loss, neurodivergence/ADHD, marriage counseling, infidelity, infertility, narcissistic & abusive relationships, play therapy, blended & divorced families, family reunification, with over 35+ specialties & certifications and a 60+ combined years of counseling experience. Counseling ages 6 through adult, we are committed to your growth, change & healing. Change is hard but change is what we do.
(214) 833-9209 View (214) 833-9209
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John M Pita
Psychologist, PhD, LSOTP-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 30+ years experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy, forensic, personality and medical assessments and court testimony. I specialize in helping people who are stuck... in depression, anxiety, anger, recover from narcissistic abuse, broken relationships, and in past trauma. Additionally as a LSOTP-S I treat youth with sexual behavior problems. In office and tele-psychology sessions available. New patients welcome.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 30+ years experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy, forensic, personality and medical assessments and court testimony. I specialize in helping people who are stuck... in depression, anxiety, anger, recover from narcissistic abuse, broken relationships, and in past trauma. Additionally as a LSOTP-S I treat youth with sexual behavior problems. In office and tele-psychology sessions available. New patients welcome.
(469) 671-2145 View (469) 671-2145
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Marci Stiles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
I specialize in helping couples get back to/or get to a great place. I would love to help you make your relationship- BETTER than tit has ever been. I am one of the few blessed people who absolutely LOVES my career- and it shows in my dedication and my creativeness with my clients. I can help with communication, expectations and NPD (narcissistic personality disorder). Let me help you have your best relationship. Your relationship does NOT have to be average/mediocre- let me help you have the closeness and intimacy you desire/deserve! Give me a call today!
I specialize in helping couples get back to/or get to a great place. I would love to help you make your relationship- BETTER than tit has ever been. I am one of the few blessed people who absolutely LOVES my career- and it shows in my dedication and my creativeness with my clients. I can help with communication, expectations and NPD (narcissistic personality disorder). Let me help you have your best relationship. Your relationship does NOT have to be average/mediocre- let me help you have the closeness and intimacy you desire/deserve! Give me a call today!
(214) 919-5874 View (214) 919-5874
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Susan Genie Chakmakian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78260  (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.
(210) 272-7827 View (210) 272-7827
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Dusty L Humes, Ph.D., Clinical & Forensic Svcs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
(505) 806-1446 View (505) 806-1446
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Michele (Missy) Ann Hale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSN, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78207  (Online Only)
I specialize in the following: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) • Complex PTSD • Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Recovery • Childhood Trauma • Interpersonal Abuse • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) • Depression • Anxiety • Panic Disorders and Generational Trauma.
If you are seeking a therapist who is committed to helping you navigate your mental health journey with compassion and expertise in the states of Texas and Florida, please reach out to schedule a consultation. I specialize in Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Recovery, PTSD, EMDR as well as a large variety of mental health concerns. Clients with Cigna and Aetna can be seen as soon as 7 days from an inquiry. I look forward to partnering with you on your path to well-being. Please book with me directly via my website on the website link information.
I specialize in the following: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) • Complex PTSD • Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Recovery • Childhood Trauma • Interpersonal Abuse • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) • Depression • Anxiety • Panic Disorders and Generational Trauma.
If you are seeking a therapist who is committed to helping you navigate your mental health journey with compassion and expertise in the states of Texas and Florida, please reach out to schedule a consultation. I specialize in Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Recovery, PTSD, EMDR as well as a large variety of mental health concerns. Clients with Cigna and Aetna can be seen as soon as 7 days from an inquiry. I look forward to partnering with you on your path to well-being. Please book with me directly via my website on the website link information.
(904) 690-5279 View (904) 690-5279
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Kim R Masoni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I have also helped many people heal from narcissistic abusive relationships, sexual assault, anxiety and depression.
I do not shy away from clients who are truly frustrated with life and not sure how to continue on the journey alone. This planet is a tough one to be on right now and a therapeutic relationship can be a saving grace. No matter what the issue, I help clients tap into their own intuition as well as my professional insight to move matters forward. I typically explore body-mind constructs and stay curious about how the concept of energy plays into every day life. I believe trauma is a predecessor to many mental health issues, so I'm always focused on creating a safe place to explore healing the mind and body.
I have also helped many people heal from narcissistic abusive relationships, sexual assault, anxiety and depression.
I do not shy away from clients who are truly frustrated with life and not sure how to continue on the journey alone. This planet is a tough one to be on right now and a therapeutic relationship can be a saving grace. No matter what the issue, I help clients tap into their own intuition as well as my professional insight to move matters forward. I typically explore body-mind constructs and stay curious about how the concept of energy plays into every day life. I believe trauma is a predecessor to many mental health issues, so I'm always focused on creating a safe place to explore healing the mind and body.
(512) 877-4612 View (512) 877-4612
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Julia C Stacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206  (Online Only)
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, past trauma, life transitions, narcissistic abuse and relationship challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed right now? Could you really use more positive support to help empower you to create the fulfilling life you deserve? With over 25 years of experience, I continue to be passionate about helping my clients to accomplish just that! I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach and my therapeutic environment is a safe and accepting space filled with curiosity, humor and compassion. With my extensive experience and training, you can trust that you are in the rights hands from the get-go. Be ready to learn how to overcome what's holding you back so you are able to reach all of your goals ASAP!
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, past trauma, life transitions, narcissistic abuse and relationship challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed right now? Could you really use more positive support to help empower you to create the fulfilling life you deserve? With over 25 years of experience, I continue to be passionate about helping my clients to accomplish just that! I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach and my therapeutic environment is a safe and accepting space filled with curiosity, humor and compassion. With my extensive experience and training, you can trust that you are in the rights hands from the get-go. Be ready to learn how to overcome what's holding you back so you are able to reach all of your goals ASAP!
(972) 325-5280 View (972) 325-5280
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Stacie Garcia Truenorth Therapy Pllc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leonard, TX 75452
Do you want to feel in a better headspace, happier, and be able to function in your life? I help individuals, groups, parents, children, adolescents, and adults navigate through their thoughts, feelings, sensations, and behaviors after they have been in a narcissistic or abusive relationship, traumatic experience, and/or loss of someone special. I work with issues of depression, grief, anxiety, behavior, self-harm, suicidality, and neurodiversity. You want someone that will listen and assist you in meeting your goals and discovering the new, stronger, resilient person that can get up each day & walk your new path with new skills.
Do you want to feel in a better headspace, happier, and be able to function in your life? I help individuals, groups, parents, children, adolescents, and adults navigate through their thoughts, feelings, sensations, and behaviors after they have been in a narcissistic or abusive relationship, traumatic experience, and/or loss of someone special. I work with issues of depression, grief, anxiety, behavior, self-harm, suicidality, and neurodiversity. You want someone that will listen and assist you in meeting your goals and discovering the new, stronger, resilient person that can get up each day & walk your new path with new skills.
(903) 200-1303 View (903) 200-1303
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Rabeea Baloch
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LCDC, IFS, EMDR, Trained
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
I am experienced in helping my clients heal from narcissistic parent or partner abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, panic disorder, anxiety, depression, gender identity, religious trauma, adjustment, self-esteem, and relationship issues among many other problems.
Does your trauma take you to places you never want to revisit? Does your past hold you back in your tracks? Do you feel helpless by your triggers taking the best of you?then you are at the right place. Bravo on standing up for yourself and taking the first step to heal your soul. I am here to support you in the process of healing your self and parts and rediscover your inner power and strength to help reach your full potential in your life. I provide a nonjudgemental safe space for my clients to heal and process their past trauma and regulate their systems in order to let go of the past baggage and live a happier and healthier life.
I am experienced in helping my clients heal from narcissistic parent or partner abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, panic disorder, anxiety, depression, gender identity, religious trauma, adjustment, self-esteem, and relationship issues among many other problems.
Does your trauma take you to places you never want to revisit? Does your past hold you back in your tracks? Do you feel helpless by your triggers taking the best of you?then you are at the right place. Bravo on standing up for yourself and taking the first step to heal your soul. I am here to support you in the process of healing your self and parts and rediscover your inner power and strength to help reach your full potential in your life. I provide a nonjudgemental safe space for my clients to heal and process their past trauma and regulate their systems in order to let go of the past baggage and live a happier and healthier life.
(512) 843-7739 View (512) 843-7739
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Brandy Porche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
(469) 436-9298 View (469) 436-9298
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Jennifer Lynn Randall
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I support a variety needs ranging from: attachment, anxiety, depression , aggression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and codependency.
My goal is to ensure you feel welcomed, safe, and heard as you share your story. People view counseling in a variety of ways. Everyone has different comfort levels with the therapeutic process and no matter where you are in that process, I am here to help. As your counselor, it is my goal to guide social and emotional growth through trust, reframing, reflection, and advocacy. I am so happy you are here!
I support a variety needs ranging from: attachment, anxiety, depression , aggression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and codependency.
My goal is to ensure you feel welcomed, safe, and heard as you share your story. People view counseling in a variety of ways. Everyone has different comfort levels with the therapeutic process and no matter where you are in that process, I am here to help. As your counselor, it is my goal to guide social and emotional growth through trust, reframing, reflection, and advocacy. I am so happy you are here!
(512) 355-0175 View (512) 355-0175
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Debby Slaughter Dudley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
With special training in high conflict personalities, I have seen a dramatic increase in clientele who are struggling with spouses, parents and bosses exhibiting traits of narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder and other related personality disorders.
I hear many accounts of people, especially 25-45, feeling overwhelmed with busy lives, feeling numb, trapped or unfulfilled. Sometimes these feelings have lead to out of control behaviors, shame and guilt. Fear of letting others down or failing to meet the perceived standards of our culture can cause the best of us to feel trapped in a spin cycle. I try to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental, objective environment to face their fears, feelings and struggles in order to make the way for new thinking and more positive behaviors.
With special training in high conflict personalities, I have seen a dramatic increase in clientele who are struggling with spouses, parents and bosses exhibiting traits of narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder and other related personality disorders.
I hear many accounts of people, especially 25-45, feeling overwhelmed with busy lives, feeling numb, trapped or unfulfilled. Sometimes these feelings have lead to out of control behaviors, shame and guilt. Fear of letting others down or failing to meet the perceived standards of our culture can cause the best of us to feel trapped in a spin cycle. I try to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental, objective environment to face their fears, feelings and struggles in order to make the way for new thinking and more positive behaviors.
(214) 299-5145 View (214) 299-5145
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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.