Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Naperville, IL
Our child, adolescent and family psychology practice serves people experiencing a range of issues. Specialty clinics in the practice include Assessment, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum, Eating Disorders, and Pediatric Psychology
Our child, adolescent and family psychology practice serves people experiencing a range of issues. Specialty clinics in the practice include Assessment, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum, Eating Disorders, and Pediatric Psychology
Emaleigh Martin, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals move beyond survival mode and into a more intentional, value-driven life. Emaleigh is passionate about empowering her clients not only to cope, but to better understand themselves and thrive—even in discomfort.
Known for her warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach, Emaleigh also brings a level of honesty and directness that helps clients recognize and shift patterns that may be keeping them stuck.
Emaleigh Martin, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals move beyond survival mode and into a more intentional, value-driven life. Emaleigh is passionate about empowering her clients not only to cope, but to better understand themselves and thrive—even in discomfort.
Known for her warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach, Emaleigh also brings a level of honesty and directness that helps clients recognize and shift patterns that may be keeping them stuck.
Mindfulness is a way of life for Heather and it helped her develop her identity as a therapist. Heather now identifies as a contextual behavioral therapist using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) interventions/skills and an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to intervene with her guests. She has one criteria for her guests: Willingness. Guests experience her as someone who teaches skills and helps them set attainable goals. Heather believes all people inherently have everything they need to move forward in their lives. She likes to help them find what they need and use it.
Mindfulness is a way of life for Heather and it helped her develop her identity as a therapist. Heather now identifies as a contextual behavioral therapist using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) interventions/skills and an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to intervene with her guests. She has one criteria for her guests: Willingness. Guests experience her as someone who teaches skills and helps them set attainable goals. Heather believes all people inherently have everything they need to move forward in their lives. She likes to help them find what they need and use it.
Welcome to Polaris Counseling!
We are a group practice consisting of fully licensed counselors and social workers. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families in a professional, non-judgmental, supportive and friendly environment at an affordable cost to you.
We strive to make every client feel welcome, respected and safe while in treatment with us and give one hundred and ten percent of our energy in helping you navigate your way through treatment successfully. Our compassionate, hardworking approach to counseling has become our trademark.
Learn more at www.polariscounseling.com!
Welcome to Polaris Counseling!
We are a group practice consisting of fully licensed counselors and social workers. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families in a professional, non-judgmental, supportive and friendly environment at an affordable cost to you.
We strive to make every client feel welcome, respected and safe while in treatment with us and give one hundred and ten percent of our energy in helping you navigate your way through treatment successfully. Our compassionate, hardworking approach to counseling has become our trademark.
Learn more at www.polariscounseling.com!
Certified Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Treatment Clinician 2024
"No problem can be solved by the same level of consciousness that created it."-Albert Einstein. Are you feeling chronically unhappy, angry, fearful, or stuck? Do you have conflicted relationships with friends/family? Come in and talk to someone in a confidential and compassionate environment who can assist you in seeing things differently. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families providing psychotherapy. As a seasoned clinician, I have learned to creatively blend my listening skills with a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to fit the needs of my clients for optimal growth.
Certified Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Treatment Clinician 2024
"No problem can be solved by the same level of consciousness that created it."-Albert Einstein. Are you feeling chronically unhappy, angry, fearful, or stuck? Do you have conflicted relationships with friends/family? Come in and talk to someone in a confidential and compassionate environment who can assist you in seeing things differently. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families providing psychotherapy. As a seasoned clinician, I have learned to creatively blend my listening skills with a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to fit the needs of my clients for optimal growth.
Anna L Graham
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LCPC, NCC, EMDR
Naperville, IL 60540
Waitlist for new clients
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.
I believe the greatest gift we can give someone is to not just listen to their story, but to truly hear them. While we do not have control over what happens to us, we are in control of how we respond. By learning to acknowledge and understand our feelings and thoughts, and then how to properly handle them, we can feel more confident in mastering harmony in our lives.
I believe the greatest gift we can give someone is to not just listen to their story, but to truly hear them. While we do not have control over what happens to us, we are in control of how we respond. By learning to acknowledge and understand our feelings and thoughts, and then how to properly handle them, we can feel more confident in mastering harmony in our lives.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in the cycle of shame, fear, or addiction—someone who wants to live with integrity but feels pulled between who they are and who they want to be. You may be struggling with addiction, infidelity, pornography, or the weight of unhealed trauma. Perhaps you are facing a marriage that feels distant or broken, or you’re battling anxiety and self-doubt that make it difficult to connect with others. Deep down, you want peace, freedom, and a life that aligns with your faith and values. You want to feel whole again—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in the cycle of shame, fear, or addiction—someone who wants to live with integrity but feels pulled between who they are and who they want to be. You may be struggling with addiction, infidelity, pornography, or the weight of unhealed trauma. Perhaps you are facing a marriage that feels distant or broken, or you’re battling anxiety and self-doubt that make it difficult to connect with others. Deep down, you want peace, freedom, and a life that aligns with your faith and values. You want to feel whole again—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Hello, and welcome! I provide in-person therapy in Naperville, IL and telehealth therapy across Illinois and Indiana. I work with women and teens who are navigating emotionally difficult relationships, divorce, childhood trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. You may be functioning well on the outside while privately questioning yourself, your relationships, and the choices you've made. I offer a safe, deeply validating space specifically tailored to help you understand these confusing dynamics and find your voice.
Hello, and welcome! I provide in-person therapy in Naperville, IL and telehealth therapy across Illinois and Indiana. I work with women and teens who are navigating emotionally difficult relationships, divorce, childhood trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. You may be functioning well on the outside while privately questioning yourself, your relationships, and the choices you've made. I offer a safe, deeply validating space specifically tailored to help you understand these confusing dynamics and find your voice.
*Waitlist* Therapy can be empowering. There are times when everything in life feels daunting and chaotic. Life's challenges can be temporary or chronic and having someone "on your side" can go a long way. I get it - we have all been there at some point. My approach is honest, relatable, and knowledgable. Together we will begin at a pace suitable for you to focus on YOUR needs ...changing, improving and/or healing. As a team, we will establish goals and begin working to achieve them. We will identify your personal strengths and support you in using these strengths to overcome life's challenges. You can do this!
*Waitlist* Therapy can be empowering. There are times when everything in life feels daunting and chaotic. Life's challenges can be temporary or chronic and having someone "on your side" can go a long way. I get it - we have all been there at some point. My approach is honest, relatable, and knowledgable. Together we will begin at a pace suitable for you to focus on YOUR needs ...changing, improving and/or healing. As a team, we will establish goals and begin working to achieve them. We will identify your personal strengths and support you in using these strengths to overcome life's challenges. You can do this!
Just as we exist within an external system; family, work environments, neighborhoods, school community, we have a personal internal system within each of us. These two systems influence each other throughout every day of our lives. Just as our minds need to understand our external systems like the rules at our office or school, we need to understand the interaction of the parts within ourselves. This may be a difficult concept to wrap your mind around because we live in a world with such external rules. What would it be like if we lived by the knowledge of the internal and external systems ?
Just as we exist within an external system; family, work environments, neighborhoods, school community, we have a personal internal system within each of us. These two systems influence each other throughout every day of our lives. Just as our minds need to understand our external systems like the rules at our office or school, we need to understand the interaction of the parts within ourselves. This may be a difficult concept to wrap your mind around because we live in a world with such external rules. What would it be like if we lived by the knowledge of the internal and external systems ?
Sometimes life makes it feel like there are limited options, and our feelings can be overwhelming. However, in the face of pain and suffering, we have the power to choose how to engage with these hardships. There is freedom to choose our responses, and moving forward with committed action is empowering. We would be happy to collaborate with you in the therapeutic process, to explore feelings, learning coping skills, and maintain healthy responses. In life we may feel content being still, making lateral moves, or at times pivoting. As we navigate your views of self, thriving, living we can face carpe diem, seize the day.
Sometimes life makes it feel like there are limited options, and our feelings can be overwhelming. However, in the face of pain and suffering, we have the power to choose how to engage with these hardships. There is freedom to choose our responses, and moving forward with committed action is empowering. We would be happy to collaborate with you in the therapeutic process, to explore feelings, learning coping skills, and maintain healthy responses. In life we may feel content being still, making lateral moves, or at times pivoting. As we navigate your views of self, thriving, living we can face carpe diem, seize the day.
Alone, terrified, and worried that your life will never change? Ready for a change but apprehensive about the process? Sometimes getting help extends beyond family/friends. Addiction counseling includes addressing co-existing issues such as family, relationships, employment, education, spirituality, physical/mental health and legal concerns. Healing and growth begins with a collaborative, compassionate, yet direct approach to change. I walk with you as you work to gain self-awareness, self-esteem, and empowerment. I assist clients in finding hidden strengths, so they can overcome their challenges. My specialty includes addictions, co-occurring disorders - depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, etc.
Alone, terrified, and worried that your life will never change? Ready for a change but apprehensive about the process? Sometimes getting help extends beyond family/friends. Addiction counseling includes addressing co-existing issues such as family, relationships, employment, education, spirituality, physical/mental health and legal concerns. Healing and growth begins with a collaborative, compassionate, yet direct approach to change. I walk with you as you work to gain self-awareness, self-esteem, and empowerment. I assist clients in finding hidden strengths, so they can overcome their challenges. My specialty includes addictions, co-occurring disorders - depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, etc.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide compassionate, client-centered therapy that integrates evidence-based and holistic approaches to support healing, growth, and emotional well-being. I help clients develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and make meaningful choices with greater confidence. With training in EMDR therapy, mindfulness, and yoga, I create a safe and supportive space where clients can process difficult experiences, reconnect with themselves, and move toward greater balance and lasting change.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide compassionate, client-centered therapy that integrates evidence-based and holistic approaches to support healing, growth, and emotional well-being. I help clients develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and make meaningful choices with greater confidence. With training in EMDR therapy, mindfulness, and yoga, I create a safe and supportive space where clients can process difficult experiences, reconnect with themselves, and move toward greater balance and lasting change.
I’m so glad you’ve taken the first step towards better health! Starting is always the toughest part, but Therapists are human too! So when you step into my office, I promise to always work my absolute hardest to help you accomplish your goals! Don’t know your goals? No problem! I love helping my clients rediscover how amazing they already are! Next, we work together to figure out an action plan to help you live your best life! I’m not the stuffy Therapist type. I love coffee (my Nespresso machine is bae), singing in the rain, dancing, laughing and long walks down the aisle of Target! Now onto the more important, professional stuff..
I’m so glad you’ve taken the first step towards better health! Starting is always the toughest part, but Therapists are human too! So when you step into my office, I promise to always work my absolute hardest to help you accomplish your goals! Don’t know your goals? No problem! I love helping my clients rediscover how amazing they already are! Next, we work together to figure out an action plan to help you live your best life! I’m not the stuffy Therapist type. I love coffee (my Nespresso machine is bae), singing in the rain, dancing, laughing and long walks down the aisle of Target! Now onto the more important, professional stuff..
Sheila
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60564
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel disconnected in your marriage or relationship? I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist with over 17 years of clinical experience helping couples rebuild trust, heal emotional wounds, and create secure, lasting bonds. My work is grounded in a compassionate, faith-integrated approach, and I am deeply committed to helping couples restore emotional connection, trust, and stability in their relationships. I also have extensive training in The Gottman Method, informed by more than 40 years of scientific research, offering practical tools for communication, conflict repair, and relationship resilience.
Do you feel disconnected in your marriage or relationship? I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist with over 17 years of clinical experience helping couples rebuild trust, heal emotional wounds, and create secure, lasting bonds. My work is grounded in a compassionate, faith-integrated approach, and I am deeply committed to helping couples restore emotional connection, trust, and stability in their relationships. I also have extensive training in The Gottman Method, informed by more than 40 years of scientific research, offering practical tools for communication, conflict repair, and relationship resilience.
Antonio D Salvat
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Naperville, IL 60563
Waitlist for new clients
Antonio Salvat, Psy.D., LMFT has a doctorate in clinical psychology and is a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. He specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy with adolescents and adults of various backgrounds and sexual orientations. Dr. Salvat has worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome (autism spectrum), Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, thought disorders, emotional disorders, sexuality and gender, co-dependency, boundary issues, and general life problems.
Antonio Salvat, Psy.D., LMFT has a doctorate in clinical psychology and is a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. He specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy with adolescents and adults of various backgrounds and sexual orientations. Dr. Salvat has worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome (autism spectrum), Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, thought disorders, emotional disorders, sexuality and gender, co-dependency, boundary issues, and general life problems.
Dr. Shirley Dorough-Carlson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in child and adolescent psychology, with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families. She works with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, divorce, and parenting concerns, offering compassionate, practical guidance tailored to each person’s needs.
Dr. Shirley Dorough-Carlson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in child and adolescent psychology, with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families. She works with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, divorce, and parenting concerns, offering compassionate, practical guidance tailored to each person’s needs.
Steve is an Illinois State Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been providing services to individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. Steve received his Bachelor's Degree in psychology from the University of Kansas in 2002 and his Master's Degree in social work from the University of Chicago in 2004. Since then he has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings as either a clinical therapist or administrator.
Steve is an Illinois State Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been providing services to individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. Steve received his Bachelor's Degree in psychology from the University of Kansas in 2002 and his Master's Degree in social work from the University of Chicago in 2004. Since then he has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings as either a clinical therapist or administrator.
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) counselor. What sets me apart is my firm commitment to being with you fully throughout the entire therapy process. I combine my professional training with genuine empathy to hear your individual story and requirements. At your pace, we will work together, honoring your path. Most people struggle to accept vulnerability because it is rarely cultivated. I give you a confidential, empathic, and safe space where you feel heard and comprehended completely—without judgment. Here, you have the freedom to articulate your experiences and emotions freely.
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) counselor. What sets me apart is my firm commitment to being with you fully throughout the entire therapy process. I combine my professional training with genuine empathy to hear your individual story and requirements. At your pace, we will work together, honoring your path. Most people struggle to accept vulnerability because it is rarely cultivated. I give you a confidential, empathic, and safe space where you feel heard and comprehended completely—without judgment. Here, you have the freedom to articulate your experiences and emotions freely.
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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.