Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in New York, NY
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Melissa Croy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
I have extensive training and experience working with active duty military, veterans, performing artists, LGBQTIA+, and minority populations. My areas of clinical focus include those living with ADHD/ADD, survivors of childhood/adult trauma and abuse (particularly survivors of abuse from those with Narcissistic Personality Disorder/high-conflict personalities), creative/performing artists, active duty military, and veterans. I utilize an eclectic, holistic, trauma-informed, strengths-based, solution-focused approach.
I have extensive training and experience working with active duty military, veterans, performing artists, LGBQTIA+, and minority populations. My areas of clinical focus include those living with ADHD/ADD, survivors of childhood/adult trauma and abuse (particularly survivors of abuse from those with Narcissistic Personality Disorder/high-conflict personalities), creative/performing artists, active duty military, and veterans. I utilize an eclectic, holistic, trauma-informed, strengths-based, solution-focused approach.
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Andrea Costa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
My specialties include: Narcissistic Relationships with romantic partners, parents and children; Family Estrangement/Dynamics; Dating; Disordered Eating; Career Changes; Learning Differences; Gender/Sexual Identity; Parenting.
Taking the step to begin therapy is difficult and courageous. Psychotherapy challenges us to face ourselves, and we tend to be our own toughest critic. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, collaborative and individualized, in that each person is unique and has their own strengths and challenges. My expertise is being authentic and relatable in forming trusting relationships with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, scared, anxious, depressed, grief, loss, sad, hurt, neglected, abused, deceived, and dismissed as the result of life experiences. I hope to be part of your journey and share this with you.
My specialties include: Narcissistic Relationships with romantic partners, parents and children; Family Estrangement/Dynamics; Dating; Disordered Eating; Career Changes; Learning Differences; Gender/Sexual Identity; Parenting.
Taking the step to begin therapy is difficult and courageous. Psychotherapy challenges us to face ourselves, and we tend to be our own toughest critic. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, collaborative and individualized, in that each person is unique and has their own strengths and challenges. My expertise is being authentic and relatable in forming trusting relationships with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, scared, anxious, depressed, grief, loss, sad, hurt, neglected, abused, deceived, and dismissed as the result of life experiences. I hope to be part of your journey and share this with you.
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I am a therapist, a divorce coach and divorce mediator focusing on narcissistic abuse/high conflict divorce/custody battles.
KRISTINEDANBACKPHD.COM I am the owner of Random Thoughts Psychological Therapy. A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships. Our work will strengthen your resilience, ability to cope and adjust. Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, parenting, betrayal & loss. Psychotherapy allows for gaining awareness of how your history, biology, and emotions came together to create who you are, as well as, learning how to regulate your emotions, to have a healthier and more fulfilling life, work and love.
I am a therapist, a divorce coach and divorce mediator focusing on narcissistic abuse/high conflict divorce/custody battles.
KRISTINEDANBACKPHD.COM I am the owner of Random Thoughts Psychological Therapy. A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships. Our work will strengthen your resilience, ability to cope and adjust. Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, parenting, betrayal & loss. Psychotherapy allows for gaining awareness of how your history, biology, and emotions came together to create who you are, as well as, learning how to regulate your emotions, to have a healthier and more fulfilling life, work and love.
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Andrea Wainer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R, R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Waitlist for new clients
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, and opines in judicial process involving character disordered individuals. She is equipped to identify and coach you to thrive during and after; smear campaigns, blame shifting, gas-lighting, PTSD, forum shopping, victim playing, projecting and other tactics used by character disordered people. She is an expert at identifying red flags.
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, and opines in judicial process involving character disordered individuals. She is equipped to identify and coach you to thrive during and after; smear campaigns, blame shifting, gas-lighting, PTSD, forum shopping, victim playing, projecting and other tactics used by character disordered people. She is an expert at identifying red flags.
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It's okay if you need healing and a way forward and have no idea of where to start. Maybe you’ve tried individual or couples therapy but it’s been more harmful than helpful because your therapist didn’t understand emotional abuse and toxic relationship dynamics. Applying tools intended for two healthy people doesn’t work when there’s a Narcissist and/or abuse present in the relationship. Working with someone who understands patterns of abuse can help you make the right decision for yourself. I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching. - I also work with Millennial Women on life transitions (website below)
It's okay if you need healing and a way forward and have no idea of where to start. Maybe you’ve tried individual or couples therapy but it’s been more harmful than helpful because your therapist didn’t understand emotional abuse and toxic relationship dynamics. Applying tools intended for two healthy people doesn’t work when there’s a Narcissist and/or abuse present in the relationship. Working with someone who understands patterns of abuse can help you make the right decision for yourself. I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching. - I also work with Millennial Women on life transitions (website below)
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Vanessa Reiser Narcissistic Abuse/Cult Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10177
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
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I have two Specialties: 1. Difficult or narcissistic parents and 2. Gender Variance/Transgender issues, Relationships, Assertion. I help people feel more comfortable with their own agenda, deal with difficult individuals and change entrenched roles in relationships.
I have two Specialties: 1. Difficult or narcissistic parents and 2. Gender Variance/Transgender issues, Relationships, Assertion. I help people feel more comfortable with their own agenda, deal with difficult individuals and change entrenched roles in relationships.
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Karen Arluck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
My specialties include: personality disorders (specifically narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder), anxiety disorders, eating disorders (including emotional eating and binge eating/food addiction), improving relationships and other interpersonal issues, self-esteem, and others.
My approach is warm, empathic, and creative, and I utilize a collaborative therapeutic process informed by Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Masterson's psychotherapy theories. There are many reasons to come to therapy, and usually a person begins because something is bothering them, and they may be feeling "stuck". In therapy, you can work towards feeling better, improving the areas you are struggling in, and addressing the life obstacles that you may be facing. I believe each person brings their unique strengths to the process as well as issues they would like to resolve.
My specialties include: personality disorders (specifically narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder), anxiety disorders, eating disorders (including emotional eating and binge eating/food addiction), improving relationships and other interpersonal issues, self-esteem, and others.
My approach is warm, empathic, and creative, and I utilize a collaborative therapeutic process informed by Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Masterson's psychotherapy theories. There are many reasons to come to therapy, and usually a person begins because something is bothering them, and they may be feeling "stuck". In therapy, you can work towards feeling better, improving the areas you are struggling in, and addressing the life obstacles that you may be facing. I believe each person brings their unique strengths to the process as well as issues they would like to resolve.
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Mark Ettensohn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005 (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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Sports psychology, infertility, anxiety disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma/EMDR, parenting support and executive coaching are interest areas.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with significant others? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and difficult decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while cognitive and creative capabilities increase.
Sports psychology, infertility, anxiety disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma/EMDR, parenting support and executive coaching are interest areas.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with significant others? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and difficult decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while cognitive and creative capabilities increase.
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Betrayal, Sex/Porn Addiction, Narcissistic Abuse
Debbie, Ainslie
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
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I work with adolescents and adults suffering from Anxiety, Trauma, Eating Disorders, and the affects of Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
I work with adolescents and adults suffering from Anxiety, Trauma, Eating Disorders, and the affects of Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
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My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism and narcissistic relationships.
Hi and welcome! I'm an experienced couples counselor and individual therapist who is passionate about working with people on relationships. I assist couples looking to work on their communication, understand the difficulties in their relationships, and find ways to heal. Through our work together you should expect to gain greater clarity on what it is that is impacting you and your relationships as well as how to move forward. I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism and narcissistic relationships.
Hi and welcome! I'm an experienced couples counselor and individual therapist who is passionate about working with people on relationships. I assist couples looking to work on their communication, understand the difficulties in their relationships, and find ways to heal. Through our work together you should expect to gain greater clarity on what it is that is impacting you and your relationships as well as how to move forward. I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
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My areas of specialization include: Depression and Anxiety, Relationship Conflict-Resolution, Stress Management, Drug Abuse, Gambling/Investment Addiction; Trauma/PTSD; Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance; Couples Counseling & Separation/Divorce; Adult Children of Highly Successful (often Narcissistic) parents.
I'm a results-oriented, solution-focused psychologist who, over 25 years in practice, have honed my own active, directive therapeutic approach to deliver results in a time-efficient, step-wise manner. After an initial chronological overview, in which we track the origins and development of your presenting symptoms/challenges, we establish clear, achievable goals and map out steps for reaching these goals. Utilizing goal-focused, cognitive-behavioral techniques, I’ll guide and assist you in identifying and overcoming past hindrances to meeting your desired goals, and provide you with skills for maintaining your achieved goals.
My areas of specialization include: Depression and Anxiety, Relationship Conflict-Resolution, Stress Management, Drug Abuse, Gambling/Investment Addiction; Trauma/PTSD; Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance; Couples Counseling & Separation/Divorce; Adult Children of Highly Successful (often Narcissistic) parents.
I'm a results-oriented, solution-focused psychologist who, over 25 years in practice, have honed my own active, directive therapeutic approach to deliver results in a time-efficient, step-wise manner. After an initial chronological overview, in which we track the origins and development of your presenting symptoms/challenges, we establish clear, achievable goals and map out steps for reaching these goals. Utilizing goal-focused, cognitive-behavioral techniques, I’ll guide and assist you in identifying and overcoming past hindrances to meeting your desired goals, and provide you with skills for maintaining your achieved goals.
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This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
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Eleni Toumarides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10168
I help patients struggling with death anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues, seeking freedom from toxic dynamics, a robust sense of self, and healthy relationships built on mutual respect. They desire empowerment, self-worth, and confidence.
I help patients struggling with death anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues, seeking freedom from toxic dynamics, a robust sense of self, and healthy relationships built on mutual respect. They desire empowerment, self-worth, and confidence.
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Beyond my work with anxiety disordered persons, i also have an expertise in treating, couples, sexual dysfunctions, depression, borderline, perfectionistic, and narcissistic personality.
Our initial meeting will involve getting to be familiar with one another. Meeting a qualified expert whom you experience comfort and confidence with is essential to the beginning of a successful therapeutic experience. My expertise in psychology involves utilizing the state of the art treatment for a wide array of conditions. I am trained in utilizing behavioral and cognitive techniques. In addition I apply methods of mindfulness and acceptance based approaches.
Beyond my work with anxiety disordered persons, i also have an expertise in treating, couples, sexual dysfunctions, depression, borderline, perfectionistic, and narcissistic personality.
Our initial meeting will involve getting to be familiar with one another. Meeting a qualified expert whom you experience comfort and confidence with is essential to the beginning of a successful therapeutic experience. My expertise in psychology involves utilizing the state of the art treatment for a wide array of conditions. I am trained in utilizing behavioral and cognitive techniques. In addition I apply methods of mindfulness and acceptance based approaches.
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MDRN Talk: Modern Talk Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Our therapists have a variety of specialties, including: relationships, anxiety, marriage/divorce, depression, trauma, navigating the current dating landscape, narcissistic, difficult and/or alcoholic family members and loved ones, career issues/transitions, family dynamics, transitions to/from college, parenting, and grief.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming & intimidating. MDRN Talk is a collective of licensed, expert & reliable therapists who specialize in the unique issues of modern living & who care deeply about their clients & their lives. Please call or email us to tell us a bit more about what you’re looking for in your therapy & we will connect you with the therapist that is the best fit for your personality, goals, & scheduling needs. There’s never pressure to schedule- we want you to get the best referral possible, and if we think your needs would best be met with an outside provider, we will connect you with that as well!
Our therapists have a variety of specialties, including: relationships, anxiety, marriage/divorce, depression, trauma, navigating the current dating landscape, narcissistic, difficult and/or alcoholic family members and loved ones, career issues/transitions, family dynamics, transitions to/from college, parenting, and grief.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming & intimidating. MDRN Talk is a collective of licensed, expert & reliable therapists who specialize in the unique issues of modern living & who care deeply about their clients & their lives. Please call or email us to tell us a bit more about what you’re looking for in your therapy & we will connect you with the therapist that is the best fit for your personality, goals, & scheduling needs. There’s never pressure to schedule- we want you to get the best referral possible, and if we think your needs would best be met with an outside provider, we will connect you with that as well!
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Marina Lenderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I am also an expert contributor on the subjects of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Parenting.
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
I am also an expert contributor on the subjects of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Parenting.
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Dr. Courtney Peters
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
I also have specialized training in the treatment of personality disorders and working with survivors of narcissistic abuse.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
I also have specialized training in the treatment of personality disorders and working with survivors of narcissistic abuse.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
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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.