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![Photo of Amelia Kaplan Romanowsky, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c2e98e6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist who specializes in adult and couples therapy. I help you feel more understood and supported in your relationships. I have extensive training in working with emotions, as well as understanding behavior and how to make positive changes in your life. There are always good reasons why you do what you do. We collaborate to understand what is getting in your way so you can achieve your goals. I can help you have better relationships.
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist who specializes in adult and couples therapy. I help you feel more understood and supported in your relationships. I have extensive training in working with emotions, as well as understanding behavior and how to make positive changes in your life. There are always good reasons why you do what you do. We collaborate to understand what is getting in your way so you can achieve your goals. I can help you have better relationships.
![Photo of Anthony Dimitrion, LCSW, CST, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bc8e3a7c-b349-4c4b-9fb5-931385fc7aad/5/320x400.jpeg)
Anthony Dimitrion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Does it feel like your past continues to have an impact on your current relationships, ambitions, or self-esteem? Are the residual effects of traumatic childhood experiences or lifelong insecurity making it tough to embrace life’s highs and navigate the lows? If the weight of intense emotions, inner criticism, or anxiety feels overwhelming, perhaps now’s the right time to reach out for help. Let’s work together to untangle your concerns and safely trace their roots back to those old wounds that have been longing to heal!
Does it feel like your past continues to have an impact on your current relationships, ambitions, or self-esteem? Are the residual effects of traumatic childhood experiences or lifelong insecurity making it tough to embrace life’s highs and navigate the lows? If the weight of intense emotions, inner criticism, or anxiety feels overwhelming, perhaps now’s the right time to reach out for help. Let’s work together to untangle your concerns and safely trace their roots back to those old wounds that have been longing to heal!
![Photo of Michael Guglielmino, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bc6be60-2ed5-4aa3-bae6-3ef0ceae92e4/3/320x400.jpeg)
Michael Guglielmino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!
I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!
![Photo of John F Gasiewski, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0373061-8239-4f0f-82dc-177b70dfdb4c/2/320x400.png)
As a dedicated practitioner with more than 20 years experience, I bring a level of empathy and caring to all of my patients. This, along with my training at New York University and in Schema Therapy (a powerful experiential, cognitive, and behavioral approach) combine to offer deep healing for my patients. People who contact me are looking for better ways to cope with issues related to self-esteem, depression, anxiety, past trauma, narcissism (in others around them and in themselves) and/or unsuccessful life coping strategies. They are wanting to live and work in more fulfilling ways.
As a dedicated practitioner with more than 20 years experience, I bring a level of empathy and caring to all of my patients. This, along with my training at New York University and in Schema Therapy (a powerful experiential, cognitive, and behavioral approach) combine to offer deep healing for my patients. People who contact me are looking for better ways to cope with issues related to self-esteem, depression, anxiety, past trauma, narcissism (in others around them and in themselves) and/or unsuccessful life coping strategies. They are wanting to live and work in more fulfilling ways.
![Photo of Dr. Sheena - Rafat Smith, EdD, MA, CLC, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c3cc476-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Sheena - Rafat Smith
Counselor, EdD, MA, CLC, LPC
Verified Verified
East Rutherford, NJ 07073 (Online Only)
With over ten years of experience specializing in helping others find their authentic self. If you desire to live a life of purpose, or need clear direction, or even want to learn how to cope with past traumatic experience, I can assist with helping you create a new life, build long lasting relationships or even find your soul mate. It's time to invest in yourself! Let's partner together to get your best results and get you the life you deserve.
With over ten years of experience specializing in helping others find their authentic self. If you desire to live a life of purpose, or need clear direction, or even want to learn how to cope with past traumatic experience, I can assist with helping you create a new life, build long lasting relationships or even find your soul mate. It's time to invest in yourself! Let's partner together to get your best results and get you the life you deserve.
![Photo of Shana Dastur, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f83c3a6e-6f6b-4d4c-a522-92ff62bf44d6/3/320x400.jpeg)
Consider the messages you learned from your family growing up, and how those life lessons found their way into the way you view the world. How do they inform the way you see yourself? What is their impact on how you connect to others in relationships? In our work together we uncover deeply held beliefs about others and the world that may be causing us to repeat unhelpful patterns of behavior. Repeating these patterns can cause us to feel a myriad of negative feelings- confusion, frustration and loneliness. I aim to create a warm, empathic and caring relationship that allows you to feel heard and understood.
Consider the messages you learned from your family growing up, and how those life lessons found their way into the way you view the world. How do they inform the way you see yourself? What is their impact on how you connect to others in relationships? In our work together we uncover deeply held beliefs about others and the world that may be causing us to repeat unhelpful patterns of behavior. Repeating these patterns can cause us to feel a myriad of negative feelings- confusion, frustration and loneliness. I aim to create a warm, empathic and caring relationship that allows you to feel heard and understood.
![Photo of April L. Graham, MA, LAC, BCCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdfd033a-a62f-4784-88da-b5ecb28b2396/4/320x400.jpeg)
I bring years of experience providing counseling and assistance to adults and children with behavioral and many other issues. My professional experiences within various agencies has allotted me the opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of different systems and agencies. I earned my MA in Counseling with a specialization in Family, Marriage, and Couples Counseling from Pillar College. Additionally, I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Kean University and a Social Science degree from Brookdale Community College.
I bring years of experience providing counseling and assistance to adults and children with behavioral and many other issues. My professional experiences within various agencies has allotted me the opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of different systems and agencies. I earned my MA in Counseling with a specialization in Family, Marriage, and Couples Counseling from Pillar College. Additionally, I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Kean University and a Social Science degree from Brookdale Community College.
![Photo of Miguel A Matos, MS, ACS, MFT, LPC, LCADC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c7cb23a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Miguel A Matos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ACS, MFT, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Mental Health therapy helps people of all ages live happier, healthier and more productive lives.” Through the use of various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures, my patients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with any of life’s various obstacles. My therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide patients with effective tools to help them see the glass half full instead of half empty. We offer Individual Psychotherapy, Family and Couple Therapy. La Terapias pueden ser conducidas en Espanol.
Mental Health therapy helps people of all ages live happier, healthier and more productive lives.” Through the use of various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures, my patients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with any of life’s various obstacles. My therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide patients with effective tools to help them see the glass half full instead of half empty. We offer Individual Psychotherapy, Family and Couple Therapy. La Terapias pueden ser conducidas en Espanol.
![Photo of Vanessa Conti, NCC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/855ccc3a-2eaf-4488-9db5-520a0ec506b1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Vanessa Conti
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
You know that feeling of disconnection between your head and your heart? When you're struggling and know that the feedback you're getting from trusted loved ones is logical, but for some reason it just isn't making you feel better? If you could just "think" or "do" your way out of pain, you probably wouldn't be here. Emotions always show up for good reason - even when they don't seem to fit. God created the spectrum of emotions to be felt, seen, heard, and understood. When we don't have a safe place to explore them, they get ignored, buried, stuck, and confusing, and they can no longer do their job. This creates disconnection.
You know that feeling of disconnection between your head and your heart? When you're struggling and know that the feedback you're getting from trusted loved ones is logical, but for some reason it just isn't making you feel better? If you could just "think" or "do" your way out of pain, you probably wouldn't be here. Emotions always show up for good reason - even when they don't seem to fit. God created the spectrum of emotions to be felt, seen, heard, and understood. When we don't have a safe place to explore them, they get ignored, buried, stuck, and confusing, and they can no longer do their job. This creates disconnection.
![Photo of Emile Berk, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45f19fb5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy is different for everyone. I believe that our early relationships and experiences deeply shape how we see ourselves and respond to feelings. I use a flexible model of therapy that draws from Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, neuropsychology, feminist/multicultural, and attachment theories. An emphasis is placed on appreciating the current emotional coping system before attempting to change it. I see my role as helping you develop a relationship with the parts of yourself that you may avoid, reject, or fear. My role is not to fix you (-you're not broken), and it is not to solve your problems.
Therapy is different for everyone. I believe that our early relationships and experiences deeply shape how we see ourselves and respond to feelings. I use a flexible model of therapy that draws from Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, neuropsychology, feminist/multicultural, and attachment theories. An emphasis is placed on appreciating the current emotional coping system before attempting to change it. I see my role as helping you develop a relationship with the parts of yourself that you may avoid, reject, or fear. My role is not to fix you (-you're not broken), and it is not to solve your problems.
![Photo of Tyisha Gaskin - Footprints to Feel Better, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b3574a29-4417-467f-9845-0d001d975e2e/1/320x400.png)
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
![Photo of Danielle Matias, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8be6d254-fa63-405a-a417-984baefc71b1/2/320x400.jpeg)
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
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Baker Street Behavioral Health, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW, ANP-BC, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
In Person Sessions Available - We are a practice of high-quality clinicians who treat all ages, from childhood through older adulthood. Our clinicians incorporate a whole-person approach into each service we provide. Our unique, comprehensive programs are designed to improve overall health and well-being. Our clinicians emphasize the use of traditional, cutting-edge, and empirically supported therapies. Psychotherapy, Psychopharmacology, Medication Management, Neuropsychological Assessment, and Occupational Therapy Appointments are now available. Multiple offices are located throughout NJ with virtual appointments also available.
In Person Sessions Available - We are a practice of high-quality clinicians who treat all ages, from childhood through older adulthood. Our clinicians incorporate a whole-person approach into each service we provide. Our unique, comprehensive programs are designed to improve overall health and well-being. Our clinicians emphasize the use of traditional, cutting-edge, and empirically supported therapies. Psychotherapy, Psychopharmacology, Medication Management, Neuropsychological Assessment, and Occupational Therapy Appointments are now available. Multiple offices are located throughout NJ with virtual appointments also available.
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Dr. Hyosook Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT, DMin, QMHP-A, AMFT
Verified Verified
Totowa, NJ 07512
길은 길로 연결되어 있습니다. 저는 어린시절 경험한, 복합외상에서 벗어나기 위해 상담공부를 시작했고, 상담사의 길을 선택하였습니다. 저의 미션은 한국에 살고 있는 한국인뿐만 아니라 전 세계에 흩어져 살고있는 디아스포라의 한국인을 대상으로, 운디드 힐러로서, 깨어지고, 무너져 가는 가정을 일으켜 세워, 행복하고 기쁜, 개인과 부부로 살아가도록 돕는 일입니다. 사람은 누구나 변화하고, 자신의 문제를 해결할 수 있는 잠재력을 가지고 있습니다. 따라서 내담자가 긍정적인 삶의 변화를 추구해 나가도록 최선을 다해 도울 것입니다. 내담자와 치료적 동맹관계를 맺고 함께 동반 성장해 나갈 것입니다. 이 과정을 통해 보다 행복한 삶을 영위해 가도록 도울 것입니다. 한 사람과의 관계를 소중히 생각합니다. 길에서 만난 사람들과 만들어 갈 아름다운 세상을 기대합니다. 감사합니다.
길은 길로 연결되어 있습니다. 저는 어린시절 경험한, 복합외상에서 벗어나기 위해 상담공부를 시작했고, 상담사의 길을 선택하였습니다. 저의 미션은 한국에 살고 있는 한국인뿐만 아니라 전 세계에 흩어져 살고있는 디아스포라의 한국인을 대상으로, 운디드 힐러로서, 깨어지고, 무너져 가는 가정을 일으켜 세워, 행복하고 기쁜, 개인과 부부로 살아가도록 돕는 일입니다. 사람은 누구나 변화하고, 자신의 문제를 해결할 수 있는 잠재력을 가지고 있습니다. 따라서 내담자가 긍정적인 삶의 변화를 추구해 나가도록 최선을 다해 도울 것입니다. 내담자와 치료적 동맹관계를 맺고 함께 동반 성장해 나갈 것입니다. 이 과정을 통해 보다 행복한 삶을 영위해 가도록 도울 것입니다. 한 사람과의 관계를 소중히 생각합니다. 길에서 만난 사람들과 만들어 갈 아름다운 세상을 기대합니다. 감사합니다.
![Photo of Nina Garland - Footprints to Feel Better, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2d886205-9192-4985-b877-6f78c0f6150e/2/320x400.png)
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Footprints began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Footprints began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
![Photo of Dr. S. Yeliz Orhan, PhD, CMH, CHT, MA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d339fa99-4de0-4e86-99f8-db07983fe646/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychologist (Ph.D.), I have over 21 years of experience and have worked with a diverse population on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, marital/family conflict and stress,ADHD in childs and adults,adolescent mental health,neurotic dieseases and psychotic disorders,traumatic events,phobias. Specialized on chronic stress-related psychological and problems like vaginismus,sexual problems and physiological illnesses like cardio-vascular. I have training in working with children and adolescents and their parents.I also have significant experience in working older adults/
I am a psychologist (Ph.D.), I have over 21 years of experience and have worked with a diverse population on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, marital/family conflict and stress,ADHD in childs and adults,adolescent mental health,neurotic dieseases and psychotic disorders,traumatic events,phobias. Specialized on chronic stress-related psychological and problems like vaginismus,sexual problems and physiological illnesses like cardio-vascular. I have training in working with children and adolescents and their parents.I also have significant experience in working older adults/
Online Therapists
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Trauma, Couples and Family Therapy Aspera Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Our practice specializes in treating trauma and complex relationship issues from a holistic evidence based lens. Among our areas of expertise are treating attachment trauma, co-dependency, infidelity, and healing from narcissistic abuse. We understand the emotional, physical and psychological toll it takes to heal especially when our trauma was caused at the hands of someone who was supposed to love and protect you.
Our practice specializes in treating trauma and complex relationship issues from a holistic evidence based lens. Among our areas of expertise are treating attachment trauma, co-dependency, infidelity, and healing from narcissistic abuse. We understand the emotional, physical and psychological toll it takes to heal especially when our trauma was caused at the hands of someone who was supposed to love and protect you.
![Photo of Sherry Shokouhi, LMHC, SEP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53b686b1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
While trained in evidence-based treatment techniques, my work is ever informed by and in full respect for the mind, body, and spirit of each client. As you consider the sometimes intimidating but always promising and courageous step of entering therapy, I welcome the opportunity to help you find the relief and change you are seeking.
While trained in evidence-based treatment techniques, my work is ever informed by and in full respect for the mind, body, and spirit of each client. As you consider the sometimes intimidating but always promising and courageous step of entering therapy, I welcome the opportunity to help you find the relief and change you are seeking.
![Photo of Lisa D'Acierno And Associates, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fe1e7a6a-4295-4a4e-8a83-0170ab092450/1/320x400.png)
Lisa D'Acierno And Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
We are a private practice made up of psychotherapists who work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Lisa D'Acierno and her staff work to provide a safe nurturing, non-judgmental atmosphere focusing on the individual client's needs. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Our staff is experienced on children and adolescents with PTSD, ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, Depression,Teen Issues, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Family Struggles, and Trauma. We are a wonderful team of compassionate and caring professionals who share the same passion for helping others. We offer in-person and teletherapy sessions.
We are a private practice made up of psychotherapists who work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Lisa D'Acierno and her staff work to provide a safe nurturing, non-judgmental atmosphere focusing on the individual client's needs. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Our staff is experienced on children and adolescents with PTSD, ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, Depression,Teen Issues, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Family Struggles, and Trauma. We are a wonderful team of compassionate and caring professionals who share the same passion for helping others. We offer in-person and teletherapy sessions.
We Level Up NJ Addiction Rehab & Detox Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08618
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by Joint Commission's Accreditation pending held by top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual-diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood, & thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-based modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling.
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by Joint Commission's Accreditation pending held by top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual-diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood, & thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-based modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling.
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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.