Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Fort Smith, AR
Appreciating an awareness of personal research in narcissistic and dependent personality relationships.
Offering increased self and psychological awareness of the reasons for dysfunction. Offering intense work for improving self awareness through personal identity development. Discovery in therapy of the relationship between identity (knowing self) and intimacy (ability to self disclose). Everything in psychology begins with an assessment and an observation!
Appreciating an awareness of personal research in narcissistic and dependent personality relationships.
Offering increased self and psychological awareness of the reasons for dysfunction. Offering intense work for improving self awareness through personal identity development. Discovery in therapy of the relationship between identity (knowing self) and intimacy (ability to self disclose). Everything in psychology begins with an assessment and an observation!
CPTSD, Narcisstic Abuse Recovery, Neuroinclusive
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Fort Smith, AR 72903
I specialize in CPTSD, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, & late-diagnosed Neurocomplexity (AUDHD, Autism, or Adhd).
Your childhood didn’t provide the instruction manual you needed for life. You coped as best you could & yet you question your decisions when it comes to partnering, parenting, or leading. Your mind is constantly active, your heart is braced or bruised, & your spirit & body are MIA. You rumble with angst, doubt, & anxiety. Your capacity isn’t keeping up with your desire or demands. You go deep, are “highly sensitive”, creative, or gifted, yet your strengths are overlooked & your differences are not seen or supported. You need TLC for your wounds, ways to address your unmet needs, & skills to grow your capacity.
I specialize in CPTSD, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, & late-diagnosed Neurocomplexity (AUDHD, Autism, or Adhd).
Your childhood didn’t provide the instruction manual you needed for life. You coped as best you could & yet you question your decisions when it comes to partnering, parenting, or leading. Your mind is constantly active, your heart is braced or bruised, & your spirit & body are MIA. You rumble with angst, doubt, & anxiety. Your capacity isn’t keeping up with your desire or demands. You go deep, are “highly sensitive”, creative, or gifted, yet your strengths are overlooked & your differences are not seen or supported. You need TLC for your wounds, ways to address your unmet needs, & skills to grow your capacity.
Shame is never a motivator. Many of your issues may be rooted in shame that you never even realized. Shame can take on many forms; pressure to live up to other's expectations of us, pressure to perform at the rate those around us seem to be, or pressure to live up to our own impossible standards we have created for ourselves. When these measures are not met, we can feel depleted, discouraged, and even hopeless. Or perhaps we have been verbally told by others (either past or present) they were disappointed in us or we weren't good enough. And we cannot seem to escape these defeating and destructive thoughts.
Shame is never a motivator. Many of your issues may be rooted in shame that you never even realized. Shame can take on many forms; pressure to live up to other's expectations of us, pressure to perform at the rate those around us seem to be, or pressure to live up to our own impossible standards we have created for ourselves. When these measures are not met, we can feel depleted, discouraged, and even hopeless. Or perhaps we have been verbally told by others (either past or present) they were disappointed in us or we weren't good enough. And we cannot seem to escape these defeating and destructive thoughts.
I am open to helping any individual that needs help with a psychiatric diagnosis. I do not treat acute events that need detox but happy to help sustained sobriety. I am also happy to help with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and many more.
I am open to helping any individual that needs help with a psychiatric diagnosis. I do not treat acute events that need detox but happy to help sustained sobriety. I am also happy to help with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and many more.
Harbor House, Inc. is a behavioral health agency dedicated to providing hope and healing for those suffering from addiction. HHI provides recovery management through multiple pathways of care.
We stand by United Way in unequivocally denouncing racism/ethic discrimination, because it undermines the well being and vitality of our communities.
Harbor House, Inc. is a behavioral health agency dedicated to providing hope and healing for those suffering from addiction. HHI provides recovery management through multiple pathways of care.
We stand by United Way in unequivocally denouncing racism/ethic discrimination, because it undermines the well being and vitality of our communities.
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Yolanda Nally, MSW, LCSW, EMDR II, IFS Level 1, is an integrative psychotherapist. She specializes in working with physicians, therapists, teachers, and others in the health and helping fields. A 20 year therapist, the ideal therapy candidate for this kind of therapy is one who is intelligent, motivated, and enjoys deep exchange.
She received over ten years of post-graduate training by local psychotherapy expert and author, Bill Symes, whose primary method is psychodynamics. She also trained in trauma via EMDR in 2009 and is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Trained by the IFS Institute.
Yolanda Nally, MSW, LCSW, EMDR II, IFS Level 1, is an integrative psychotherapist. She specializes in working with physicians, therapists, teachers, and others in the health and helping fields. A 20 year therapist, the ideal therapy candidate for this kind of therapy is one who is intelligent, motivated, and enjoys deep exchange.
She received over ten years of post-graduate training by local psychotherapy expert and author, Bill Symes, whose primary method is psychodynamics. She also trained in trauma via EMDR in 2009 and is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Trained by the IFS Institute.
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Have you been looking for a therapist who is highly knowledgable, compassionate, and light-hearted? Have you been looking for a therapist who believes that the therapist and client unit are a TEAM? Jennifer believes therapy can be a fun and rewarding process for people from all walks of life and she hopes you will allow her to be a partner on your journey. She offers a judgement-free and down-to-earth atmosphere in which clients are celebrated for their strengths and recognized for their courage.
Have you been looking for a therapist who is highly knowledgable, compassionate, and light-hearted? Have you been looking for a therapist who believes that the therapist and client unit are a TEAM? Jennifer believes therapy can be a fun and rewarding process for people from all walks of life and she hopes you will allow her to be a partner on your journey. She offers a judgement-free and down-to-earth atmosphere in which clients are celebrated for their strengths and recognized for their courage.
I am so excited to announce that I have a beautiful new office space. I attended Harding University and graduated with my B.A. in Psychology and my M.S. in Counseling. I have 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I primarily treat adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, bipolar disorder, and personality disorder. I also have a certification in grief therapy. I believe that every client I treat deserves respect and has the ability to empower themselves to meet their individual life goals. I love what I do and I appreciate every client who walks through my door.
I am so excited to announce that I have a beautiful new office space. I attended Harding University and graduated with my B.A. in Psychology and my M.S. in Counseling. I have 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I primarily treat adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, bipolar disorder, and personality disorder. I also have a certification in grief therapy. I believe that every client I treat deserves respect and has the ability to empower themselves to meet their individual life goals. I love what I do and I appreciate every client who walks through my door.
I am an owner/therapist of Rogers Counseling Services. I have two other contracted social workers who work for my company. We provide faith based services, if desired, and work with individual, couples, and families to help them achieve a higher level of joy and satisfaction in their lives.
I am an owner/therapist of Rogers Counseling Services. I have two other contracted social workers who work for my company. We provide faith based services, if desired, and work with individual, couples, and families to help them achieve a higher level of joy and satisfaction in their lives.
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
I became a mental health provider to help people become the best versions of themselves. I want to see you succeed, to feel your best, to overcome all obstacles that are holding you back from living your best life. Deciding to seek therapy is your first step toward healing and I have the skills to help you do just that. I want to help you heal from depression, anxiety, past trauma, alcohol and drug abuse, or any other emotional issue that is holding you back.
I became a mental health provider to help people become the best versions of themselves. I want to see you succeed, to feel your best, to overcome all obstacles that are holding you back from living your best life. Deciding to seek therapy is your first step toward healing and I have the skills to help you do just that. I want to help you heal from depression, anxiety, past trauma, alcohol and drug abuse, or any other emotional issue that is holding you back.
I enjoy providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood disturbance, psychosis, trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and impulse control problems. I provide a therapeutic atmosphere that is compassionate, empathetic and confidential. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy adapting to the specific needs of the individuals I serve.
I enjoy providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood disturbance, psychosis, trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and impulse control problems. I provide a therapeutic atmosphere that is compassionate, empathetic and confidential. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy adapting to the specific needs of the individuals I serve.
Sam Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Wallace is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Supervisor. His clinical interest areas include trauma, sex therapy, sexual disorders, and clinical and forensic evaluation. Dr. Wallace has worked as a licensed clinician for over twenty-three years. He is also experienced with treating problems of anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and other adjustment issues in children, adolescents and adults. His treatment approach includes an integration of analytic and cognitive therapies as well as Somatic Experiencing and structured psychotherapy such as EMDR.
Dr. Wallace is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Supervisor. His clinical interest areas include trauma, sex therapy, sexual disorders, and clinical and forensic evaluation. Dr. Wallace has worked as a licensed clinician for over twenty-three years. He is also experienced with treating problems of anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and other adjustment issues in children, adolescents and adults. His treatment approach includes an integration of analytic and cognitive therapies as well as Somatic Experiencing and structured psychotherapy such as EMDR.
Chris McCleary
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MS, MA, LPC/D&A, CHT
2 Endorsed
Lowell, AR 72745
Healing the whole you—integrating mind, body, and shadow! I have 4 Master’s degrees, an international hypnotherapy certification (CHt), and advanced specialty training in addiction treatment. I understand how old wounds and patterns keep people stuck and how to work through inner conflicts. Using ACT with practical, evidence based strategies, we’ll pull back the layers, calm your anxiety, interrupt unhelpful loops, and help you decondition back to your True Self with clarity and acceptance. My clinical personality can be inferred by my Enneagram tritype: 3-5-9 (easy going, thoughtful problem solver, etc.) I'm here to help!
Healing the whole you—integrating mind, body, and shadow! I have 4 Master’s degrees, an international hypnotherapy certification (CHt), and advanced specialty training in addiction treatment. I understand how old wounds and patterns keep people stuck and how to work through inner conflicts. Using ACT with practical, evidence based strategies, we’ll pull back the layers, calm your anxiety, interrupt unhelpful loops, and help you decondition back to your True Self with clarity and acceptance. My clinical personality can be inferred by my Enneagram tritype: 3-5-9 (easy going, thoughtful problem solver, etc.) I'm here to help!
Welcome, beautiful being! I love providing a safe, scared space for your to explore your next level of life.
Welcome, beautiful being! I love providing a safe, scared space for your to explore your next level of life.
I believe everyone has the ability to be free from their own misery and to be their true selves. My role as your therapist will be to facilitate change in areas you want to see improvement by providing a safe and friendly environment where you feel completely free to be you. The real raw version of yourself without the mask. I use a variety of validating approaches that empowers and motivates you in the therapeutic process.
I believe everyone has the ability to be free from their own misery and to be their true selves. My role as your therapist will be to facilitate change in areas you want to see improvement by providing a safe and friendly environment where you feel completely free to be you. The real raw version of yourself without the mask. I use a variety of validating approaches that empowers and motivates you in the therapeutic process.
Alisa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CFRC, CIMHP, CMNCS, CSOTP
2 Endorsed
Springdale, AR 72762
It’s been said that if we can survive the war that we battle with ourselves, we can survive anything. I genuinely believe that everyone can benefit from therapeutic intervention as a resource for adjusting to life’s unexpected changes and personal growth. I have a passion for bringing healing to individuals who have experienced trauma or are currently facing daily struggles that seem impossible to overcome. I strive to help my clients find healthy perceptions of themselves and know that no single approach is the right one for every individual. I genuinely aspire to work intensely with clients to find what works best for them.
It’s been said that if we can survive the war that we battle with ourselves, we can survive anything. I genuinely believe that everyone can benefit from therapeutic intervention as a resource for adjusting to life’s unexpected changes and personal growth. I have a passion for bringing healing to individuals who have experienced trauma or are currently facing daily struggles that seem impossible to overcome. I strive to help my clients find healthy perceptions of themselves and know that no single approach is the right one for every individual. I genuinely aspire to work intensely with clients to find what works best for them.
Life might look fine on the outside, but inside it feels different, heavy, unsettled, or like you’re constantly running on empty. Maybe you've been the one others count on, pushing through stress, relationship strain, or old wounds you haven’t had space to process. You’re not in crisis, but you’re not where you want to be either. You’re ready for something to shift. Maybe that's more clarity, more ease, more connection to yourself and the life you're building.
Life might look fine on the outside, but inside it feels different, heavy, unsettled, or like you’re constantly running on empty. Maybe you've been the one others count on, pushing through stress, relationship strain, or old wounds you haven’t had space to process. You’re not in crisis, but you’re not where you want to be either. You’re ready for something to shift. Maybe that's more clarity, more ease, more connection to yourself and the life you're building.
My ideal clients are parents feeling overwhelmed by their child’s behavior, especially with ADHD or other neurodivergent needs. They want to feel more connected to their child and find relief from the anxiety and frustration of navigating complex emotions and behaviors. I also work with individuals struggling with ADHD symptoms like hypersexuality, emotional dysregulation, and difficulties in relationships. Clients seek understanding, coping strategies, and a path to greater self-acceptance. Their goal is to build healthier family dynamics and thrive personally and socially.
My ideal clients are parents feeling overwhelmed by their child’s behavior, especially with ADHD or other neurodivergent needs. They want to feel more connected to their child and find relief from the anxiety and frustration of navigating complex emotions and behaviors. I also work with individuals struggling with ADHD symptoms like hypersexuality, emotional dysregulation, and difficulties in relationships. Clients seek understanding, coping strategies, and a path to greater self-acceptance. Their goal is to build healthier family dynamics and thrive personally and socially.
I recognize that men face unique challenges in mental health, often balancing societal expectations with personal struggles. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in men’s mental health, couples counseling, and anxiety disorders. My ideal clients are men who are ready to address these challenges, seeking to break free from anxiety, improve their relationships, and find clarity in their roles both personally and professionally.
I recognize that men face unique challenges in mental health, often balancing societal expectations with personal struggles. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in men’s mental health, couples counseling, and anxiety disorders. My ideal clients are men who are ready to address these challenges, seeking to break free from anxiety, improve their relationships, and find clarity in their roles both personally and professionally.
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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.