Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in La Mesa, CA
Our emotional health is so important. It affects how we navigate each day — from how we perform at work to how we interact with the people in our lives. Depression, anxiety, and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can be debilitating and keep us from experiencing healthy and fulfilling relationships. Trauma, abuse and self-injurious behavior, both in the past and going on today, also have a huge affect on how we function. And issues in our relationships can stop us from moving forward – whether it’s our marriage, with our children or family members or our friends. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help
Our emotional health is so important. It affects how we navigate each day — from how we perform at work to how we interact with the people in our lives. Depression, anxiety, and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can be debilitating and keep us from experiencing healthy and fulfilling relationships. Trauma, abuse and self-injurious behavior, both in the past and going on today, also have a huge affect on how we function. And issues in our relationships can stop us from moving forward – whether it’s our marriage, with our children or family members or our friends. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help
If you feel that negative thoughts, anxiety and toxic relationships make you feel stuck and unable of reaching your goals, unlocking your potential and living a happier life, I can help you. My goal is supporting you overcoming your struggles and meeting your needs for love, safety and growth. Psychotherapy can help you decreasing suffering, improving your response to stressful events, experiencing less anxiety, improving self esteem, creating and maintaining meaningful relationships. Change takes work, but it's possible and I will be there with you along the way.
If you feel that negative thoughts, anxiety and toxic relationships make you feel stuck and unable of reaching your goals, unlocking your potential and living a happier life, I can help you. My goal is supporting you overcoming your struggles and meeting your needs for love, safety and growth. Psychotherapy can help you decreasing suffering, improving your response to stressful events, experiencing less anxiety, improving self esteem, creating and maintaining meaningful relationships. Change takes work, but it's possible and I will be there with you along the way.
Addiction is not a problem to be fixed, but rather a person. I have worked with many people with various addictions and realize that addressing one problem from one perspective is not enough. I specialize in getting to know a person first and then helping that person heal from past hurts, learn skills for problem-solving, improve communication, build strong relationships, practice ways to manage strong emotions, learn to slow down and change their harmful or intrusive thoughts, draw from their faith for strength, develop strong support systems, and with all this, hope of long-term recovery can become reality.
Addiction is not a problem to be fixed, but rather a person. I have worked with many people with various addictions and realize that addressing one problem from one perspective is not enough. I specialize in getting to know a person first and then helping that person heal from past hurts, learn skills for problem-solving, improve communication, build strong relationships, practice ways to manage strong emotions, learn to slow down and change their harmful or intrusive thoughts, draw from their faith for strength, develop strong support systems, and with all this, hope of long-term recovery can become reality.
How’s life? Want to talk about it? It can be hard to take the first step in finding a psychotherapist who is a good fit for you but, you’ve already gotten closer by exploring the web. Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and other Mental Health matters can be hard to manage and get in the way of having a peaceful and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with your emotional wellbeing, thoughts, feelings, or adjustments to life experiences, we can work together to look at how to make progress and the changes that you need to process some of the current matters you are facing.
How’s life? Want to talk about it? It can be hard to take the first step in finding a psychotherapist who is a good fit for you but, you’ve already gotten closer by exploring the web. Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and other Mental Health matters can be hard to manage and get in the way of having a peaceful and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with your emotional wellbeing, thoughts, feelings, or adjustments to life experiences, we can work together to look at how to make progress and the changes that you need to process some of the current matters you are facing.
You may understand why your patterns exist — and still feel unable to change them. Many people I work with have already done therapy and have insight into their history, relationships, and triggers. And yet, the same emotional reactions, anxiety, or relationship dynamics keep resurfacing — often when you least expect them.
That’s not because you’re failing at therapy. It’s because trauma doesn’t live only in the mind.
You may understand why your patterns exist — and still feel unable to change them. Many people I work with have already done therapy and have insight into their history, relationships, and triggers. And yet, the same emotional reactions, anxiety, or relationship dynamics keep resurfacing — often when you least expect them.
That’s not because you’re failing at therapy. It’s because trauma doesn’t live only in the mind.
Hello and welcome! I imagine you are an individual or system who is at a crossroads, unsure of what step to take and which direction to follow. There are others telling you what to do, social expectations demanding you to follow suit, but these options don't feel right. I'm here to listen to your story, to help be a co-editor of your new narrative and create the life you desire most. If you are here, I imagine you are motivated and interested in working towards your goals, learning beneficial coping skills, and finding how you can be the best version of yourself possible.
Hello and welcome! I imagine you are an individual or system who is at a crossroads, unsure of what step to take and which direction to follow. There are others telling you what to do, social expectations demanding you to follow suit, but these options don't feel right. I'm here to listen to your story, to help be a co-editor of your new narrative and create the life you desire most. If you are here, I imagine you are motivated and interested in working towards your goals, learning beneficial coping skills, and finding how you can be the best version of yourself possible.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
Confronting the challenges that accompany our lives can be daunting and result in a deviation from the expectations we have of ourselves and those with whom we interact. I am here to assist you in the process to heighten awareness and gain more meaningful and fulfilling experiences in your life through psychotherapy. I utilize the DAFT (Depth & Freedom Therapy) approach that combines various counseling theories and techniques, philosophical tenets, and spiritual teachings to collaborate with clients in order to strengthen individual identity while considering the impact of past experiences, modern day socio-cultural influences, and current personal issues.
Confronting the challenges that accompany our lives can be daunting and result in a deviation from the expectations we have of ourselves and those with whom we interact. I am here to assist you in the process to heighten awareness and gain more meaningful and fulfilling experiences in your life through psychotherapy. I utilize the DAFT (Depth & Freedom Therapy) approach that combines various counseling theories and techniques, philosophical tenets, and spiritual teachings to collaborate with clients in order to strengthen individual identity while considering the impact of past experiences, modern day socio-cultural influences, and current personal issues.
Are there times when you cannot explain the overwhelming emotions you are experiencing. I enjoy helping those who are seeking change and are motivated to do so. I believe people should always work toward becoming their best selves. I work with individuals, families, children, and adolescents. If your family is suffering from functioning in a loving and happy manner and you cannot figure out where the problem lies, family therapy may be the right choice for you. From learning to function with a new baby, blending, or newly transitioning teenagers, I can help.
Are there times when you cannot explain the overwhelming emotions you are experiencing. I enjoy helping those who are seeking change and are motivated to do so. I believe people should always work toward becoming their best selves. I work with individuals, families, children, and adolescents. If your family is suffering from functioning in a loving and happy manner and you cannot figure out where the problem lies, family therapy may be the right choice for you. From learning to function with a new baby, blending, or newly transitioning teenagers, I can help.
Jingqi 'joy'
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91942
Not accepting new clients
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), I strive to provide a comforting and peaceful space for individuals and families to navigate their personal journeys. My focus lies in offering culturally sensitive therapy, rooted in evidence-based practices to aid in healing and growth. I deeply value creating a safe environment where clients can freely explore their challenges and triumphs, guiding them through cultural nuances, communication obstacles, and generational differences with a gentle hand.
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), I strive to provide a comforting and peaceful space for individuals and families to navigate their personal journeys. My focus lies in offering culturally sensitive therapy, rooted in evidence-based practices to aid in healing and growth. I deeply value creating a safe environment where clients can freely explore their challenges and triumphs, guiding them through cultural nuances, communication obstacles, and generational differences with a gentle hand.
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Specialized in treating anxiety, self esteem, codependency, identity, healing from unhealthy relationships (including narcissistic abuse)
You are here because you are hurting and want to heal. Healing is possible and you deserve love and acceptance for just being you- your full authentic self. I have been treating anxiety, depression, identity, codependency, eating disorders, low self esteem and relationships issues in children, teens and adults since 2007. My therapeutic style is often more directive, as I see myself as a part of your therapeutic process-not a quiet observer. I use a balance of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and exploring how your childhood shaped your current thoughts and behaviors.
Specialized in treating anxiety, self esteem, codependency, identity, healing from unhealthy relationships (including narcissistic abuse)
You are here because you are hurting and want to heal. Healing is possible and you deserve love and acceptance for just being you- your full authentic self. I have been treating anxiety, depression, identity, codependency, eating disorders, low self esteem and relationships issues in children, teens and adults since 2007. My therapeutic style is often more directive, as I see myself as a part of your therapeutic process-not a quiet observer. I use a balance of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and exploring how your childhood shaped your current thoughts and behaviors.
They come to therapy navigating anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, infidelity, and major life transitions.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery, anxiety, depression, relationships, and personal development. I have particular expertise in helping clients heal from relationships involving narcissistic personality traits and manage challenging family dynamics.
They come to therapy navigating anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, infidelity, and major life transitions.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery, anxiety, depression, relationships, and personal development. I have particular expertise in helping clients heal from relationships involving narcissistic personality traits and manage challenging family dynamics.
Hello and welcome! You’ve taken a courageous step in looking for help. I specialize in working with high-achieving men and women who feel stuck in frustrating relationship patterns despite insight, effort, and success in other areas of life. Many of the men I work with struggle with emotional connection and conflict after years of relying on independence. Many of the women I work with find themselves overfunctioning—taking on more than their share while losing a clear sense of themselves.With nearly five decades of experience, I bring a depth of perspective that allows me to identify and work through the underlying dynamic.
Hello and welcome! You’ve taken a courageous step in looking for help. I specialize in working with high-achieving men and women who feel stuck in frustrating relationship patterns despite insight, effort, and success in other areas of life. Many of the men I work with struggle with emotional connection and conflict after years of relying on independence. Many of the women I work with find themselves overfunctioning—taking on more than their share while losing a clear sense of themselves.With nearly five decades of experience, I bring a depth of perspective that allows me to identify and work through the underlying dynamic.
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships?
As a therapist, I consider my role to be a guide and witness to facilitate the development of your true self and your inner resources. I create a genuine and respectful space that allows us to explore where you're at, your goals, and your challenges.
Are you looking to recover from the wounds of narcissistic abuse and codependency and forge happier, healthier relationships?
As a therapist, I consider my role to be a guide and witness to facilitate the development of your true self and your inner resources. I create a genuine and respectful space that allows us to explore where you're at, your goals, and your challenges.
Narcissistic abuse leaves a specific kind of damage, and most therapists won't fully understand it.
Narcissistic abuse recovery requires a specialist. I work with survivors of narcissistic partners, parents, family members, and coworkers using trauma-informed, somatic, and identity-repair approaches. I offer individual therapy, a weekly survivors group, and a 2-hour Recovery Intensive for those who need a roadmap now. Licensed in 7 states.
Narcissistic abuse leaves a specific kind of damage, and most therapists won't fully understand it.
Narcissistic abuse recovery requires a specialist. I work with survivors of narcissistic partners, parents, family members, and coworkers using trauma-informed, somatic, and identity-repair approaches. I offer individual therapy, a weekly survivors group, and a 2-hour Recovery Intensive for those who need a roadmap now. Licensed in 7 states.
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 specialize in and help empower survivors of Narcissistic Personality Disorder ( NPD) and Borderline Personality Disorder, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.
You are in the right place. You need clarity, strength, guidance, support to help you walk through this journey of self awareness. Let's discover what, why, and how you ended up in this situation. Being vulnerable is not always easy, in fact it can be extremely frightening; however, the reward is worth it! YOU are worth it!
I specialize in and help empower survivors of Narcissistic Personality Disorder ( NPD) and Borderline Personality Disorder, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.
You are in the right place. You need clarity, strength, guidance, support to help you walk through this journey of self awareness. Let's discover what, why, and how you ended up in this situation. Being vulnerable is not always easy, in fact it can be extremely frightening; however, the reward is worth it! YOU are worth it!
You may be navigating overwhelm, grief, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, uncertainty, or a sense of disconnection on your journey toward feeling more whole.
I offer collaborative, non-pathologizing therapy grounded in psychodynamic, somatic, and parts-based work. Together, we explore your story with care and curiosity, honoring your identity, culture, and lived experience. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and more at home in yourself.
You may be navigating overwhelm, grief, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, uncertainty, or a sense of disconnection on your journey toward feeling more whole.
I offer collaborative, non-pathologizing therapy grounded in psychodynamic, somatic, and parts-based work. Together, we explore your story with care and curiosity, honoring your identity, culture, and lived experience. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and more at home in yourself.
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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.