Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Polk County, FL
If you’ve experienced attachment trauma, abandonment, or narcissistic abuse, these patterns aren’t random - you were conditioned for them.
Healing from narcissistic abuse and attachment trauma isn’t just about moving on, it’s about unlearning the deep-seated patterns that keep you stuck in unhealthy dynamics and self-sabotage. The emotional injuries you carry from childhood will continue to replay until you heal the core of those wounds. That's what our work is about.
If you’ve experienced attachment trauma, abandonment, or narcissistic abuse, these patterns aren’t random - you were conditioned for them.
Healing from narcissistic abuse and attachment trauma isn’t just about moving on, it’s about unlearning the deep-seated patterns that keep you stuck in unhealthy dynamics and self-sabotage. The emotional injuries you carry from childhood will continue to replay until you heal the core of those wounds. That's what our work is about.
Better Together Marriage and Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
I am licensed in the state of Florida since 2011 and I am also a Qualified Supervisor for RCI's. Relationships are a full time job and can be overwhelming yet so worth it. My professional mission is to provide my clients with the tools that they need to make everyday life fulfilling and purposeful. My specialty is working with couples to overcome barriers and to find their love again. Its important to note that yes couples are Better Together but in reality sometimes they are better a part and co parenting at a distance. I welcome all couples!Let's work together, the Best is Yet to come!
I am licensed in the state of Florida since 2011 and I am also a Qualified Supervisor for RCI's. Relationships are a full time job and can be overwhelming yet so worth it. My professional mission is to provide my clients with the tools that they need to make everyday life fulfilling and purposeful. My specialty is working with couples to overcome barriers and to find their love again. Its important to note that yes couples are Better Together but in reality sometimes they are better a part and co parenting at a distance. I welcome all couples!Let's work together, the Best is Yet to come!
I cater to most forms of mental health need with my expertise most notably with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, bipolar, and ADHD. I have the most experience with domestic violence, substance abuse, and women's issues. I first and foremost truly honor the therapeutic alliance that lays the foundation to a collaboration effort where true healing and trust can occur. This allows for deep, impactful healing modalities to be utilized and for an authentic interaction to manifest into higher thinking, as well as guiding clients to attain a growth mindset for long term positive change.
I cater to most forms of mental health need with my expertise most notably with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, bipolar, and ADHD. I have the most experience with domestic violence, substance abuse, and women's issues. I first and foremost truly honor the therapeutic alliance that lays the foundation to a collaboration effort where true healing and trust can occur. This allows for deep, impactful healing modalities to be utilized and for an authentic interaction to manifest into higher thinking, as well as guiding clients to attain a growth mindset for long term positive change.
ABC Mental Health & Relationship Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves, we need to resolve them.
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves, we need to resolve them.
Are you struggling with overwhelming thoughts. Feeling like you're on a hamster wheel and your brain won't stop? I am here to assist you in reducing those thoughts and feelings of the never-ending cycle. Being afforded the opportunity to be trained in over 30 modalities, I have found that not one modality can serve all. There is help available and no one should ever feel stuck.
Are you struggling with overwhelming thoughts. Feeling like you're on a hamster wheel and your brain won't stop? I am here to assist you in reducing those thoughts and feelings of the never-ending cycle. Being afforded the opportunity to be trained in over 30 modalities, I have found that not one modality can serve all. There is help available and no one should ever feel stuck.
ABC Mental Health & Relationship Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
Accepting NEW clients! Sometimes the un expectancy of life can be defeating, but we do not have to face it alone. Supporting and guiding clients through difficult traumas and life's challenges in a safe and nonjudgmental environment is what I strive for. My goal is to assist children, adolescents, and adults to reach their highest potential and to help couples and families live more harmonious and joyful lives together.
Accepting NEW clients! Sometimes the un expectancy of life can be defeating, but we do not have to face it alone. Supporting and guiding clients through difficult traumas and life's challenges in a safe and nonjudgmental environment is what I strive for. My goal is to assist children, adolescents, and adults to reach their highest potential and to help couples and families live more harmonious and joyful lives together.
Robinson-Kyles Counseling and Testing Services
Psychologist, PhD, MHC-sup
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33801
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
Kim Brulay
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33805
Waitlist for new clients
You’ve begun the process of knowing you want something to change in your life. Don't stop now! Choose a therapist you can connect with, who you feel comfortable with, is non-judgmental, supportive, compassionate and experienced to help you. Invest in yourself. You are worth it! Family and friends are often too close to the problem to be objective. I will listen and offer a fresh unbiased and experienced perspective and teach you useful tools to help you get your life moving forward again. I applaud you - it takes courage to make this decision! (More info on my Website)
You’ve begun the process of knowing you want something to change in your life. Don't stop now! Choose a therapist you can connect with, who you feel comfortable with, is non-judgmental, supportive, compassionate and experienced to help you. Invest in yourself. You are worth it! Family and friends are often too close to the problem to be objective. I will listen and offer a fresh unbiased and experienced perspective and teach you useful tools to help you get your life moving forward again. I applaud you - it takes courage to make this decision! (More info on my Website)
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities, such as EMDR.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities, such as EMDR.
ABC Mental Health & Relationship Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
My name is Yilmaz Taskin, as a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
Ana Maria Paniagua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I encourage self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance of emotions while teaching you how to regulate them. I help you manage distress tolerance, learn effective communication, and how to create and maintain healthy boundaries. I believe that self-acceptance and self-love are key to a healthy self-esteem and a meaningful life. I combine psychotherapy with life skills, teaching you how to transition from maladaptive coping to effective coping skills.
I encourage self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance of emotions while teaching you how to regulate them. I help you manage distress tolerance, learn effective communication, and how to create and maintain healthy boundaries. I believe that self-acceptance and self-love are key to a healthy self-esteem and a meaningful life. I combine psychotherapy with life skills, teaching you how to transition from maladaptive coping to effective coping skills.
My ideal client feels stuck, misunderstood, or like therapy hasn’t worked for them before. They may struggle with BPD, trauma, attachment issues, mood disorders, or self-esteem challenges. They want to heal, build healthier relationships, and develop coping skills while feeling seen and understood. Their goal is to create a balanced, fulfilling life, free from past patterns and constraints. They seek a therapist who offers empathy, tailored care, and a fresh approach to help them thrive.
My ideal client feels stuck, misunderstood, or like therapy hasn’t worked for them before. They may struggle with BPD, trauma, attachment issues, mood disorders, or self-esteem challenges. They want to heal, build healthier relationships, and develop coping skills while feeling seen and understood. Their goal is to create a balanced, fulfilling life, free from past patterns and constraints. They seek a therapist who offers empathy, tailored care, and a fresh approach to help them thrive.
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
Counseling/Therapy services (352) 575-9564 for Children, Teenagers & Adults in Clermont, FL, Four Corners, FL, Davenport, FL, Champions Gate, FL, Haines City, FL, Lake Alfred, FL, & Winter Haven, FL, Kissimmee, FL, Poinciana, FL, Celebration, FL. We Accept Medicaid; Sunshine Health, CMS, Humana, Simply, Centene and more. We accept most Commercial Insurance. Offering Individual Counseling Services to those in need. Telehealth Services Available. Office Visits. We are taking new clients.
Counseling/Therapy services (352) 575-9564 for Children, Teenagers & Adults in Clermont, FL, Four Corners, FL, Davenport, FL, Champions Gate, FL, Haines City, FL, Lake Alfred, FL, & Winter Haven, FL, Kissimmee, FL, Poinciana, FL, Celebration, FL. We Accept Medicaid; Sunshine Health, CMS, Humana, Simply, Centene and more. We accept most Commercial Insurance. Offering Individual Counseling Services to those in need. Telehealth Services Available. Office Visits. We are taking new clients.
Welcome! I have been practicing counseling since 1997. I am licensed in Florida, New York, and Massachusetts; I received my first graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 1999 at Nova Southeastern University in Florida, and continued on to NYU's School of Social Work, receiving my MSW in 2003. My style is warm, attentive, collaborative and nonjudgmental. I am also able to be very active and directive and consider myself a good leader. I can be fair and not align with one person over the other and help lead you to new ways of being in relationship.
Welcome! I have been practicing counseling since 1997. I am licensed in Florida, New York, and Massachusetts; I received my first graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 1999 at Nova Southeastern University in Florida, and continued on to NYU's School of Social Work, receiving my MSW in 2003. My style is warm, attentive, collaborative and nonjudgmental. I am also able to be very active and directive and consider myself a good leader. I can be fair and not align with one person over the other and help lead you to new ways of being in relationship.
At Ayudando Familias individual therapy sessions for children and adults. Administers and interprets trauma assessment instruments for child and adolescent victims. Develops individual and Family Therapy sessions.
At Ayudando Familias individual therapy sessions for children and adults. Administers and interprets trauma assessment instruments for child and adolescent victims. Develops individual and Family Therapy sessions.
I am a licensed social worker who has worked in a variety of settings to empower and support vulnerable populations. I trained in the neonatal intensive care unit of my local Level One trauma center in Northeast Ohio helping parents navigate the care needs of their new child as well as their own physical and behavioral health needs. My training also includes working with patients at the Columbus Free Clinic, women in transitional supportive housing and survivors of domestic violence.
I am a licensed social worker who has worked in a variety of settings to empower and support vulnerable populations. I trained in the neonatal intensive care unit of my local Level One trauma center in Northeast Ohio helping parents navigate the care needs of their new child as well as their own physical and behavioral health needs. My training also includes working with patients at the Columbus Free Clinic, women in transitional supportive housing and survivors of domestic violence.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
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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.