Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Bourbonnais, IL

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Institute for Social and Emotional Learning
Counselor, EdD, CADC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bourbonnais, IL 60914  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. I work with all ages. I work with men, women, children and adolescents. My work is based on Gestalt Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy. My interest includes helping others achieve their dreams through learning to develop their Social and Emotional Intelligence. Sometimes, in life obstacles get in the way of a person being able to achieve their dreams and they often need help learning to better use their emotions and their social environments. Because, dreams comes from change and change comes from dreams.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. I work with all ages. I work with men, women, children and adolescents. My work is based on Gestalt Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy. My interest includes helping others achieve their dreams through learning to develop their Social and Emotional Intelligence. Sometimes, in life obstacles get in the way of a person being able to achieve their dreams and they often need help learning to better use their emotions and their social environments. Because, dreams comes from change and change comes from dreams.
(815) 768-3134 View (815) 768-3134
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Robyn Cooper Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bourbonnais, IL 60914  (Online Only)
My name is Robyn, and I’m here to partner with you in discovering answers and transforming painful and confusing experiences. It is my passion and privilege to be able to empower and support adult individuals toward feeling freer and more peaceful.
My name is Robyn, and I’m here to partner with you in discovering answers and transforming painful and confusing experiences. It is my passion and privilege to be able to empower and support adult individuals toward feeling freer and more peaceful.
(708) 367-6432 View (708) 367-6432
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Collective Balance Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
The road to healing begins here.
The road to healing begins here.
(815) 214-9766 View (815) 214-9766
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Becky Rzegocki
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of clinical experience. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and residential programs. I have treated a variety of issues including: eating disorders, self injury, anxiety, depression, stress management, OCD, relationship issues, suicidal ideation, PTSD and trauma related issues. In my work with clients, I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. I believe in creating a supportive therapeutic relationship and working together in determining what the client's goals are for treatment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of clinical experience. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and residential programs. I have treated a variety of issues including: eating disorders, self injury, anxiety, depression, stress management, OCD, relationship issues, suicidal ideation, PTSD and trauma related issues. In my work with clients, I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. I believe in creating a supportive therapeutic relationship and working together in determining what the client's goals are for treatment.
(815) 873-6344 View (815) 873-6344
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Becky Kalvelage-Roth
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Are you in pain from an injury. Do you feel your family is falling apart? Is there domestic violence in your home? Have you lost interest and pleasure in the things you used to do? Do you get angry over the little things in life and feel out of control? Are you dependent or abuse alcohol and/ or drugs and it is interfering with your personal life or job? You are not alone many people suffer from these issues.The decision to seek therapy could be a new beginning for you.Treatment is always confidential.
Are you in pain from an injury. Do you feel your family is falling apart? Is there domestic violence in your home? Have you lost interest and pleasure in the things you used to do? Do you get angry over the little things in life and feel out of control? Are you dependent or abuse alcohol and/ or drugs and it is interfering with your personal life or job? You are not alone many people suffer from these issues.The decision to seek therapy could be a new beginning for you.Treatment is always confidential.
(815) 676-6924 View (815) 676-6924

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Mona Mason
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Kankakee, IL 60901  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am here to guide you in the healing process. Life is full of stressors, and many times it becomes overwhelming and unmanageable. When this occurs it can manifest into anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trouble staying focused, feeling disconnected, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few .
As a therapist, I am here to guide you in the healing process. Life is full of stressors, and many times it becomes overwhelming and unmanageable. When this occurs it can manifest into anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trouble staying focused, feeling disconnected, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few .
(708) 249-3748 View (708) 249-3748
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Terry Lynn Mccormick
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bradley, IL 60915
I am a license eligible clinical psychologist. I graduated with a Master's of Science Degree in 2003 from Lewis University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Adler School of Professional Psychology in 2011. I have concentrations in group psychotherapy and clinical hypnosis. I have worked with diverse populations. The population serviced consists of individuals involved in the criminal court system, police officers, first responders, and the chronically mentally ill.
I am a license eligible clinical psychologist. I graduated with a Master's of Science Degree in 2003 from Lewis University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Adler School of Professional Psychology in 2011. I have concentrations in group psychotherapy and clinical hypnosis. I have worked with diverse populations. The population serviced consists of individuals involved in the criminal court system, police officers, first responders, and the chronically mentally ill.
(815) 418-6319 View (815) 418-6319
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Philip A Kirk
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradley, IL 60915
Are your feelings of sadness and anxiety preventing you from enjoying life? Are you struggling with relationship difficulties or life transitions? Do you feel stuck? Do you desire closeness and greater intimacy with your partner/spouse? Do you want to improve your communications? You are not alone. Seeking therapy is the 1st step toward achieving a more satisfying life and/or relief from suffering. The decision to seek therapy can be difficult but helpful when we are overwhelmed by life experiences and unhappy with relationships in our lives. Treatment is confidential. My office is located in a private, safe & comfortable setting.
Are your feelings of sadness and anxiety preventing you from enjoying life? Are you struggling with relationship difficulties or life transitions? Do you feel stuck? Do you desire closeness and greater intimacy with your partner/spouse? Do you want to improve your communications? You are not alone. Seeking therapy is the 1st step toward achieving a more satisfying life and/or relief from suffering. The decision to seek therapy can be difficult but helpful when we are overwhelmed by life experiences and unhappy with relationships in our lives. Treatment is confidential. My office is located in a private, safe & comfortable setting.
(815) 261-1617 View (815) 261-1617

Online Therapists

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Shannon Brooks-Rodgers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Do you need help navigating the complexities of divorce, processing emotional trauma, dealing with grief, rebuilding self-esteem, understanding relational and narcissistic abuse, managing anxiety and depression, and establishing healthy relational boundaries? Do your needs revolve around finding emotional support, developing coping strategies, fostering self compassion, rebuilding a sense of self-worth, managing stress and navigating new life transitions? Together, we will set goals and strive towards achieving emotional regulation and defining identity.
Do you need help navigating the complexities of divorce, processing emotional trauma, dealing with grief, rebuilding self-esteem, understanding relational and narcissistic abuse, managing anxiety and depression, and establishing healthy relational boundaries? Do your needs revolve around finding emotional support, developing coping strategies, fostering self compassion, rebuilding a sense of self-worth, managing stress and navigating new life transitions? Together, we will set goals and strive towards achieving emotional regulation and defining identity.
(847) 796-6788 View (847) 796-6788
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Chad Alcorn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
I have extensive experience helping clients manage mood disorders, anxiety, trauma,and executive functioning problems, as well as narcissistic injuries.
With over 20 years experience as a licensed psychologist, I think of the therapeutic relationship as a method for understanding the self. To that end, behavior patterns can be explored, internal experience can shift with the movement towards change. Perhaps you are caught in the same cycle and feeling frustrated. You may be adjusting to a life or career transition. Stuff from the past is triggering and you might not understand why you feel the way you do. We can explore and understand the meanings in a safe and creative way.
I have extensive experience helping clients manage mood disorders, anxiety, trauma,and executive functioning problems, as well as narcissistic injuries.
With over 20 years experience as a licensed psychologist, I think of the therapeutic relationship as a method for understanding the self. To that end, behavior patterns can be explored, internal experience can shift with the movement towards change. Perhaps you are caught in the same cycle and feeling frustrated. You may be adjusting to a life or career transition. Stuff from the past is triggering and you might not understand why you feel the way you do. We can explore and understand the meanings in a safe and creative way.
(630) 517-3261 x702 View (630) 517-3261 x702
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Jean M Hannigan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60187
My areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, grief, PTSD, gender identity and LGBTQ issues I am certified in hypnotherapy and have a particular passion for working with the LGBTQ community.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I intimately understand that life can be stressful and that life transitions can be overwhelming and confusing. I understand that the upheaval of life often leads to feelings of fear, helplessness, and hopelessness and can be experienced as anxiety, depression, or simply a loss of self. I understand that you have questions about therapy….
My areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse recovery, grief, PTSD, gender identity and LGBTQ issues I am certified in hypnotherapy and have a particular passion for working with the LGBTQ community.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I intimately understand that life can be stressful and that life transitions can be overwhelming and confusing. I understand that the upheaval of life often leads to feelings of fear, helplessness, and hopelessness and can be experienced as anxiety, depression, or simply a loss of self. I understand that you have questions about therapy….
(331) 771-7057 View (331) 771-7057
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Danielle Dragon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Therapy might be the place where we process the trauma of having a narcissistic parent.
I work with individuals, couples and families who want to feel more fulfilled and connected. During the therapeutic process, I primarily help adults and older adolescents with challenges associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational stress, life transitions, boundary issues, shame and perfectionism.
Therapy might be the place where we process the trauma of having a narcissistic parent.
I work with individuals, couples and families who want to feel more fulfilled and connected. During the therapeutic process, I primarily help adults and older adolescents with challenges associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational stress, life transitions, boundary issues, shame and perfectionism.
(224) 204-0396 View (224) 204-0396
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Anna L Graham
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LCPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60540
I am passionate about supporting adolescents, gender questioning folks, and those dealing with narcissistic abuse.
All of us develop patterns of behavior based on survival instincts from the moment we are born. Ideally, as we mature our survival skills would mature as well and that's often not the case. A behavior that was successful in the past can hurt us in the present and keep us repeating the same self limiting patterns over and over. Everything we do has elements of relationship. Professional, romantic, platonic, familial, athletic, and academic relationships make up our societal existence. By learning how to be in relationship with ourselves we learn how to be in relationship with others.
I am passionate about supporting adolescents, gender questioning folks, and those dealing with narcissistic abuse.
All of us develop patterns of behavior based on survival instincts from the moment we are born. Ideally, as we mature our survival skills would mature as well and that's often not the case. A behavior that was successful in the past can hurt us in the present and keep us repeating the same self limiting patterns over and over. Everything we do has elements of relationship. Professional, romantic, platonic, familial, athletic, and academic relationships make up our societal existence. By learning how to be in relationship with ourselves we learn how to be in relationship with others.
(331) 321-7044 View (331) 321-7044
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Dawn Krawczyk
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
(630) 282-6955 View (630) 282-6955
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Pooja Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60661  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an advocate for victims of narcissistic abuse and provide psychoeducation on ways to cope, grieve, and heal from these toxic relationships.
I know finding a therapist can be overwhelming, so I welcome you on this journey! My approach is client centered which combines treatment methods of Humanism, CBT, Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, and other interpersonal theories. During our work together, I will focus on understanding your story, values, and goals to help you in finding coping strategies that promote self-awareness, self-compassion, and overall, an improved quality of life.
I am an advocate for victims of narcissistic abuse and provide psychoeducation on ways to cope, grieve, and heal from these toxic relationships.
I know finding a therapist can be overwhelming, so I welcome you on this journey! My approach is client centered which combines treatment methods of Humanism, CBT, Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, and other interpersonal theories. During our work together, I will focus on understanding your story, values, and goals to help you in finding coping strategies that promote self-awareness, self-compassion, and overall, an improved quality of life.
(773) 302-1412 View (773) 302-1412
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Angela Fitch
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067
Helping people heal from narcissistic abuse and resolve codependency is a speciality.
Your relationship with family, friends, and, of course, yourself is of the most importance. I believe there is no good reason for you to be alone with grief, insecurity, low self-esteem, shame, loneliness, fear, worry, and anxiety. Reaching-out for help could be the most courageous gift you could give yourself. I would be honored to help you through these struggles. I would like to give you the very best individual psychotherapy or couples counseling. I do not offer a "band aid" approach to therapy, meaning, the process to feeling better is one that requires a confidential, authentic, and meaningful relationship with me.
Helping people heal from narcissistic abuse and resolve codependency is a speciality.
Your relationship with family, friends, and, of course, yourself is of the most importance. I believe there is no good reason for you to be alone with grief, insecurity, low self-esteem, shame, loneliness, fear, worry, and anxiety. Reaching-out for help could be the most courageous gift you could give yourself. I would be honored to help you through these struggles. I would like to give you the very best individual psychotherapy or couples counseling. I do not offer a "band aid" approach to therapy, meaning, the process to feeling better is one that requires a confidential, authentic, and meaningful relationship with me.
(847) 453-3657 View (847) 453-3657
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Brandy Porche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60637
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
If you are struggling with dysfunctional family issues, trauma, toxic shame, anxiety, depression, codependency, spirituality, narcissistic abuse, relationship issues or more, call me today.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
(469) 436-9298 View (469) 436-9298
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Jane Qin Chen
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602
I specialize in psychodynamic, insight driven treatment for emotional difficulties or dissatisfaction in life, including depression, anxiety, repeated relationship difficulty, job burnout, trauma, grief, NPD, OCD, aging, emotional difficulty experienced by children of immigrants.
At some point in our lives we all experience the full force of life’s challenges. Sometimes the distress, pain, alienation or isolation is too intense for us to traverse life’s path alone. Yet, for many of us, asking for help or inviting others into our private world is equally difficult. I hope to convince you that therapy can help us understand conflicts underlying these challenges. Through insight, self-empowerment and enhanced emotional regulation, we can become more adaptive and begin to heal and grow in the face of challenges or transitions. Therapy can also help to cultivate a greater sense of meaning and purpose in our live.
I specialize in psychodynamic, insight driven treatment for emotional difficulties or dissatisfaction in life, including depression, anxiety, repeated relationship difficulty, job burnout, trauma, grief, NPD, OCD, aging, emotional difficulty experienced by children of immigrants.
At some point in our lives we all experience the full force of life’s challenges. Sometimes the distress, pain, alienation or isolation is too intense for us to traverse life’s path alone. Yet, for many of us, asking for help or inviting others into our private world is equally difficult. I hope to convince you that therapy can help us understand conflicts underlying these challenges. Through insight, self-empowerment and enhanced emotional regulation, we can become more adaptive and begin to heal and grow in the face of challenges or transitions. Therapy can also help to cultivate a greater sense of meaning and purpose in our live.
(773) 915-0445 View (773) 915-0445
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Megan Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
My areas of expertise are, depression, anxiety, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, self-esteem and infidelity recovery.
We all experience times where we feel overwhelmed, stuck, struggle with a negative mindset, and need guidance to find new ways to cope. I encourage my clients to look at therapy as a consistent “check-up” purposefully focusing on both their mental health and overall well-being. I am an active and engaged therapist that will work with you to provide compassionate guidance, unconditional support and encouragement. I can treat teens as young as age 13, adults, and couples struggling with a vast number of issues. Let's work together to pave your new path to thriving instead of surviving one step at a time.
My areas of expertise are, depression, anxiety, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, self-esteem and infidelity recovery.
We all experience times where we feel overwhelmed, stuck, struggle with a negative mindset, and need guidance to find new ways to cope. I encourage my clients to look at therapy as a consistent “check-up” purposefully focusing on both their mental health and overall well-being. I am an active and engaged therapist that will work with you to provide compassionate guidance, unconditional support and encouragement. I can treat teens as young as age 13, adults, and couples struggling with a vast number of issues. Let's work together to pave your new path to thriving instead of surviving one step at a time.
(815) 686-1484 View (815) 686-1484
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Mishel Rych
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD , LCSW , MEd
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60565  (Online Only)
If you’re in a narcissistic or toxic relationship, or you’re needing to heal from one, I can help. I specialize in helping victims of narcissists. I believe you are stronger than you’ve allowed yourself to believe. The fact that you’re here proves you are strong enough to start. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, family relationships, work issues, stress management, anger problems, or you’re not even sure what’s truly feeling off, together we can figure it out! The first step is often the hardest, and you’ve taken it! Let’s take the next step and find your own voice again!
If you’re in a narcissistic or toxic relationship, or you’re needing to heal from one, I can help. I specialize in helping victims of narcissists. I believe you are stronger than you’ve allowed yourself to believe. The fact that you’re here proves you are strong enough to start. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, family relationships, work issues, stress management, anger problems, or you’re not even sure what’s truly feeling off, together we can figure it out! The first step is often the hardest, and you’ve taken it! Let’s take the next step and find your own voice again!
(251) 439-5761 View (251) 439-5761

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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.