Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Fresno, CA
I’m a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Clinician, and I know how overwhelming it can feel to start therapy—but reaching out is a powerful first step.
A therapist that understands the dynamics of a Toxic/ Narcissistic relationship is essential in breaking free from the chains you feel. I can help you make sense of depression, anxiety and negative thought patterns that you have. I offer therapy that’s more than just surface level work- and help you experience transformation without years of therapy
I’m a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Clinician, and I know how overwhelming it can feel to start therapy—but reaching out is a powerful first step.
A therapist that understands the dynamics of a Toxic/ Narcissistic relationship is essential in breaking free from the chains you feel. I can help you make sense of depression, anxiety and negative thought patterns that you have. I offer therapy that’s more than just surface level work- and help you experience transformation without years of therapy
I also have extensive experience and knowledge working with Narcissistic relationships and recovery.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
I also have extensive experience and knowledge working with Narcissistic relationships and recovery.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
Are you struggling with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, low self esteem, and loneliness?
Sessions typically involve helping you to gain insight into thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, explore alternative ways of viewing situations, and modify unhelpful behavior. I use DBT, EMDR, attachment and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy as well as draw from a a range a range of techniques to meet the needs and strengths of each individual client.
Are you struggling with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, low self esteem, and loneliness?
Sessions typically involve helping you to gain insight into thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, explore alternative ways of viewing situations, and modify unhelpful behavior. I use DBT, EMDR, attachment and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy as well as draw from a a range a range of techniques to meet the needs and strengths of each individual client.
As a psychologist, my primary focus is to help you achieve your unique goals.
I strive to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment where you feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions. My approach is centered on enabling self-exploration, helping you build confidence, and fostering assertiveness.
Through our work together, you will feel empowered to make meaningful changes, guiding you toward greater satisfaction, fulfillment, and balance in your life.
I invite you to take the next step toward healing and self-discovery by reaching out. Let’s work together to create the change you deserve.
As a psychologist, my primary focus is to help you achieve your unique goals.
I strive to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment where you feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions. My approach is centered on enabling self-exploration, helping you build confidence, and fostering assertiveness.
Through our work together, you will feel empowered to make meaningful changes, guiding you toward greater satisfaction, fulfillment, and balance in your life.
I invite you to take the next step toward healing and self-discovery by reaching out. Let’s work together to create the change you deserve.
I have been in practice over 20 years and I enjoy working with families and particularly children that have suffered trauma or are struggling with issues from divorce, school issues, social issues and more. I also work with adults suffering from anxiety, depression due to issues like divorce, parenting, co-parenting, caretaking, etc.
I have been in practice over 20 years and I enjoy working with families and particularly children that have suffered trauma or are struggling with issues from divorce, school issues, social issues and more. I also work with adults suffering from anxiety, depression due to issues like divorce, parenting, co-parenting, caretaking, etc.
We often have hopeful expectations for our lives, but find that life unfolded in a way we didn’t expect. Divorce, separation, abuse, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and grief can make life seem difficult or even unbearable at times. Are you feeling overwhelmed, disappointed or stuck and is this affecting your sense of well-being, relationships or career? My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, respectful environment so that together we can explore new thinking patterns, become aware of how the past can influence current and future behaviors, and empower you to live your most authentic life.
We often have hopeful expectations for our lives, but find that life unfolded in a way we didn’t expect. Divorce, separation, abuse, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and grief can make life seem difficult or even unbearable at times. Are you feeling overwhelmed, disappointed or stuck and is this affecting your sense of well-being, relationships or career? My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, respectful environment so that together we can explore new thinking patterns, become aware of how the past can influence current and future behaviors, and empower you to live your most authentic life.
My name is Blanca Alvarez, MS, LMFT and I have been practicing as a clinician since 2001. I earned both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from California State University, Fresno. As a bilingual, first-generation Latina therapist, I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive care and believe in the transformative power of therapy.
My name is Blanca Alvarez, MS, LMFT and I have been practicing as a clinician since 2001. I earned both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from California State University, Fresno. As a bilingual, first-generation Latina therapist, I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive care and believe in the transformative power of therapy.
I consider it a profound privilege to be invited into the quiet, often unseen spaces of my clients' inner worlds. I believe therapy is a place where hidden parts of the self can emerge with care. Through this discovery we can create a life we want to live.
My approach is collaborative, respectful, and attuned. Together, we slow down and listen closely — not only to what is hurting, but what is unspoken. I work with adults navigating PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relational challenges, life transitions, and the impact of abusive dynamics.
I consider it a profound privilege to be invited into the quiet, often unseen spaces of my clients' inner worlds. I believe therapy is a place where hidden parts of the self can emerge with care. Through this discovery we can create a life we want to live.
My approach is collaborative, respectful, and attuned. Together, we slow down and listen closely — not only to what is hurting, but what is unspoken. I work with adults navigating PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relational challenges, life transitions, and the impact of abusive dynamics.
You may be someone who shows up for others with depth and devotion but feels like no one truly shows up for you in return. Perhaps you are navigating heartbreak, a major transition, or the slow unraveling of old protective patterns. You long for connection that feels mutual and safe. You want to feel more at home in yourself, to understand your triggers without shame, and to trust that healing is possible, especially in relationships. You may also be in the midst of parenting, grief, or re-centering after a period of burnout. What you want most is to be met with care, clarity, and respect for your inner complexity.
You may be someone who shows up for others with depth and devotion but feels like no one truly shows up for you in return. Perhaps you are navigating heartbreak, a major transition, or the slow unraveling of old protective patterns. You long for connection that feels mutual and safe. You want to feel more at home in yourself, to understand your triggers without shame, and to trust that healing is possible, especially in relationships. You may also be in the midst of parenting, grief, or re-centering after a period of burnout. What you want most is to be met with care, clarity, and respect for your inner complexity.
I invite people to be curious about their brains, to understand why they do, how they think! Addicted? Anxious? Angry? A relationship in trouble? All are about the brain. Learning about the amygdala and how it is connected to the rest of the brain, the alert it keeps us at, has everything to do with learning about doing life differently from here forward. Learning how visceral tension response on the body is a clue to what is going on in the mind, gives a sense of control in any situation, giving the balance between frontal lobe executive thinking and limbic system emotional reactivity.
I invite people to be curious about their brains, to understand why they do, how they think! Addicted? Anxious? Angry? A relationship in trouble? All are about the brain. Learning about the amygdala and how it is connected to the rest of the brain, the alert it keeps us at, has everything to do with learning about doing life differently from here forward. Learning how visceral tension response on the body is a clue to what is going on in the mind, gives a sense of control in any situation, giving the balance between frontal lobe executive thinking and limbic system emotional reactivity.
I work with adults who are coping with various concerns such as depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder. I also work effectively with individuals experiencing situational stressors such as bereavement, relationship conflicts, or loss. In a supportive and confidential environment, I help clients reduce emotional distress, understand problematic behaviors, and develop tools to improve their quality of life.
I work with adults who are coping with various concerns such as depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder. I also work effectively with individuals experiencing situational stressors such as bereavement, relationship conflicts, or loss. In a supportive and confidential environment, I help clients reduce emotional distress, understand problematic behaviors, and develop tools to improve their quality of life.
Do you need a testing report completed within a week? Do you want tests that are personalized and chosen just for you? Would you open access to me, either through phone or email, to get your questions or concerns answered promptly at any time of the day? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you will benefit from psychological testing with me. Psychological testing is a series of selected tests that are based off of psychometric research within the field of cognitive neuroscience. I cover ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, Memory as well as various mood and personality disorders.
Do you need a testing report completed within a week? Do you want tests that are personalized and chosen just for you? Would you open access to me, either through phone or email, to get your questions or concerns answered promptly at any time of the day? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you will benefit from psychological testing with me. Psychological testing is a series of selected tests that are based off of psychometric research within the field of cognitive neuroscience. I cover ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, Memory as well as various mood and personality disorders.
Thank you for taking a moment to view my profile. I am currently accepting new clients and I will return all calls promptly. I offer a grounded and authentic approach to therapy. I'm a therapist that supports and engages you instead of sitting back analzying you. My specialities include over 25 years working with couples, child and adult survivors of sexual trauma, domestic violence, young adults and parenting teens and all issues around adoption and foster care. I have experience working with individuals who have problems with pornography addiction, sexual addiction and Alpha Males. I work with PTSD and trauma from the military. .
Thank you for taking a moment to view my profile. I am currently accepting new clients and I will return all calls promptly. I offer a grounded and authentic approach to therapy. I'm a therapist that supports and engages you instead of sitting back analzying you. My specialities include over 25 years working with couples, child and adult survivors of sexual trauma, domestic violence, young adults and parenting teens and all issues around adoption and foster care. I have experience working with individuals who have problems with pornography addiction, sexual addiction and Alpha Males. I work with PTSD and trauma from the military. .
At Fresno Family Therapy we provide Individual, Child/Teen, Couples, and Family Therapy. Our mission is to provide high quality, reliable, and evidence based counseling services for the community of Fresno. You do not need to go through this on your own… we are here to help. We believe that you deserve to feel well and seeking help is strength, not a weakness.
At Fresno Family Therapy we provide Individual, Child/Teen, Couples, and Family Therapy. Our mission is to provide high quality, reliable, and evidence based counseling services for the community of Fresno. You do not need to go through this on your own… we are here to help. We believe that you deserve to feel well and seeking help is strength, not a weakness.
Trust that gut instinct telling you something needs to change. With over 10 years of experience helping individuals, families, and couples navigate life’s challenges, my specialties include ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Trauma, and Relationship Issues. I focus on building self-esteem and creating stronger, healthier connections—starting with the most important relationship of all: the one you have with yourself.
In our work together, I will support you in discovering your strengths, understanding your unique needs, and developing the tools to improve your life and relationships.
Trust that gut instinct telling you something needs to change. With over 10 years of experience helping individuals, families, and couples navigate life’s challenges, my specialties include ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Trauma, and Relationship Issues. I focus on building self-esteem and creating stronger, healthier connections—starting with the most important relationship of all: the one you have with yourself.
In our work together, I will support you in discovering your strengths, understanding your unique needs, and developing the tools to improve your life and relationships.
Psychotherapist & University Lecturer
I am a licensed psychotherapist and university lecturer in the Department of Psychology at California State University, Monterey Bay. I serve clients in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Jose, offering both in-office and telehealth throughout California.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, relationship and attachment issues, marital and family conflict, stress, and behavioral concerns. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ, using a thoughtful, and collaborative approach.
Fee: $140 per session
Insurance: Blue Cross/Shield Kaiser
Psychotherapist & University Lecturer
I am a licensed psychotherapist and university lecturer in the Department of Psychology at California State University, Monterey Bay. I serve clients in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Jose, offering both in-office and telehealth throughout California.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, relationship and attachment issues, marital and family conflict, stress, and behavioral concerns. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ, using a thoughtful, and collaborative approach.
Fee: $140 per session
Insurance: Blue Cross/Shield Kaiser
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
You may be feeling stuck, repeating patterns that leave you exhausted or disconnected from who you are. Maybe you give to others until there’s nothing left for yourself, or you carry old pain that quietly shapes your choices. You’re ready for something more than coping. You want clarity, deeper self-understanding, and relationships that feel real. You want to feel grounded, authentic, and at home in your own life.
You may be feeling stuck, repeating patterns that leave you exhausted or disconnected from who you are. Maybe you give to others until there’s nothing left for yourself, or you carry old pain that quietly shapes your choices. You’re ready for something more than coping. You want clarity, deeper self-understanding, and relationships that feel real. You want to feel grounded, authentic, and at home in your own life.
I believe in the human capacity to heal, accept, love, and grow from our life experiences. Our most treasured beliefs and relationships help us through the pain and difficult times in life. I believe there is no point so low from which we cannot only recover, but gain wisdom and strength as well. Therefore, I focus my treatment style on emotional and character growth, rather than simple symptom reduction.
I believe in the human capacity to heal, accept, love, and grow from our life experiences. Our most treasured beliefs and relationships help us through the pain and difficult times in life. I believe there is no point so low from which we cannot only recover, but gain wisdom and strength as well. Therefore, I focus my treatment style on emotional and character growth, rather than simple symptom reduction.
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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.