Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Maryland
Tired of not feeling yourself... let alone your best? Has life been getting you down, draining your energy, or stressing you out? Maybe days feel dull or unmanageable and your relationships are suffering as a result. If you have been experiencing irritability, fear, frustration, overwhelm, worry, guilt, hopelessness, grief, powerlessness, exhaustion, isolation, or loss of pleasure, then it is time to reach out for help and alleviate these symptoms through strengths-based methods. Together, we can explore your unique circumstances and unearth a stronger, more skillful, and more confident you.
Tired of not feeling yourself... let alone your best? Has life been getting you down, draining your energy, or stressing you out? Maybe days feel dull or unmanageable and your relationships are suffering as a result. If you have been experiencing irritability, fear, frustration, overwhelm, worry, guilt, hopelessness, grief, powerlessness, exhaustion, isolation, or loss of pleasure, then it is time to reach out for help and alleviate these symptoms through strengths-based methods. Together, we can explore your unique circumstances and unearth a stronger, more skillful, and more confident you.
Melissa L Kramer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-PD, CAC-AD, C-DBT, C-NATC
Columbia, MD 21045
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges.
I have extensive experience working with professionals in safety-sensitive & highly regulated roles (HIMS Program & Pilots, & State Department Employees) who are trying to manage emotional exhaustion & substance abuse. I have a deep understanding of the unique clinical, ethical, & professional considerations involved in the professionals returning to work.
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges.
I have extensive experience working with professionals in safety-sensitive & highly regulated roles (HIMS Program & Pilots, & State Department Employees) who are trying to manage emotional exhaustion & substance abuse. I have a deep understanding of the unique clinical, ethical, & professional considerations involved in the professionals returning to work.
My mission is to provide the highest quality and compassionate behavior health care to our clients, families and people in need through a comprehensive arrangement of services and effective clinical care. If you have found yourself feeling down lately and nothing seems to be going your way, making it difficult to lift your spirits, It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Individual Therapy sessions help clients develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. All sessions are tailored to client's individual needs.
My mission is to provide the highest quality and compassionate behavior health care to our clients, families and people in need through a comprehensive arrangement of services and effective clinical care. If you have found yourself feeling down lately and nothing seems to be going your way, making it difficult to lift your spirits, It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Individual Therapy sessions help clients develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. All sessions are tailored to client's individual needs.
Welcome! Let me tell you a bit about how I work as a professional who has been working with people for over twenty years! It is my goal to help each client achieve their goals, not my way but in a way that is comfortable for the client so that success can be achieved. Are you someone who is concerned with anxiety and depression? Addictions? Grief? Issues of acceptance with gender preferences? Infidelity? Abuse and trauma? Parents? Kids? Spouse? We can work through this together. You are not alone in facing any of these issues. It is how you move forward that will be the key to your healing and wellness. Let's do this!
Welcome! Let me tell you a bit about how I work as a professional who has been working with people for over twenty years! It is my goal to help each client achieve their goals, not my way but in a way that is comfortable for the client so that success can be achieved. Are you someone who is concerned with anxiety and depression? Addictions? Grief? Issues of acceptance with gender preferences? Infidelity? Abuse and trauma? Parents? Kids? Spouse? We can work through this together. You are not alone in facing any of these issues. It is how you move forward that will be the key to your healing and wellness. Let's do this!
My focus is on developing individually tailored ways to resolve, or manage, emotional and practical issues. I treat a variety of emotional issues, such as: anxiety, depression, despair. Frequently I treat couple or marital conflicts, incompatibility, infidality. Also, trauma, loss, indecision, ambivalent feelings. These may occur in relation to other people, or because of internal emotional struggles. I am particularly interested in patients developing relevant skills, such as conflict resolution, emotional regulation, assertiveness, boundary definition, sleep management, controlling one's thoughts, and other coping skills.
My focus is on developing individually tailored ways to resolve, or manage, emotional and practical issues. I treat a variety of emotional issues, such as: anxiety, depression, despair. Frequently I treat couple or marital conflicts, incompatibility, infidality. Also, trauma, loss, indecision, ambivalent feelings. These may occur in relation to other people, or because of internal emotional struggles. I am particularly interested in patients developing relevant skills, such as conflict resolution, emotional regulation, assertiveness, boundary definition, sleep management, controlling one's thoughts, and other coping skills.
Navigating the complexities of narcissistic and antagonistic relationships can leave you feeling drained, confused, and even questioning your own sense of self.
I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, relational trauma, and sexual trauma. I guide clients in reclaiming their personal power and rebuilding a strong sense of identity and self-worth. I understand how overwhelming it can be to break free from these unhealthy patterns.
Navigating the complexities of narcissistic and antagonistic relationships can leave you feeling drained, confused, and even questioning your own sense of self.
I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, relational trauma, and sexual trauma. I guide clients in reclaiming their personal power and rebuilding a strong sense of identity and self-worth. I understand how overwhelming it can be to break free from these unhealthy patterns.
However, I specialize in treating personality disorders (e.g., borderline, narcissistic), sleep issues (e.g., insomnia, sleep paralysis), and complex, rare, or treatment-resistant conditions.
I keep my practice cutting-edge through ongoing research, teaching, and writing. Along with training therapists at several universities (e.g., Penn State) and supervising clinicians on NIMH-funded grants, I have more than 55 professional publications. These include three books for Oxford University Press and one for Chicago Review Press.
However, I specialize in treating personality disorders (e.g., borderline, narcissistic), sleep issues (e.g., insomnia, sleep paralysis), and complex, rare, or treatment-resistant conditions.
I keep my practice cutting-edge through ongoing research, teaching, and writing. Along with training therapists at several universities (e.g., Penn State) and supervising clinicians on NIMH-funded grants, I have more than 55 professional publications. These include three books for Oxford University Press and one for Chicago Review Press.
Courage Onward Counseling, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hannah Rhodes, LCPC, enjoys working with a variety of populations and emphasizes using collaborative, holistic, and client-centered approaches to counseling services tailored to fit each person's individual needs for adults 18+. She has a passion for working with clients who are motivated to evoke true healing change in their lives, providing a positive counseling experience in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere using a variety of approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance-and-Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Counseling, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy.
Hannah Rhodes, LCPC, enjoys working with a variety of populations and emphasizes using collaborative, holistic, and client-centered approaches to counseling services tailored to fit each person's individual needs for adults 18+. She has a passion for working with clients who are motivated to evoke true healing change in their lives, providing a positive counseling experience in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere using a variety of approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance-and-Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Counseling, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy.
My approach is integrative and rooted in empathy, compassion and building a trusting relationship in which you feel safe to express your feelings. I would find it a privilege to work with you on your life journey. Should we decide to work together, I will be listening intently to learn more about you, asking challenging questions and providing support where it is needed. Together we will then outline some areas you would like to work on. It is my aim, for you to gain greater awareness into your situation, to be "empowered" to act, reclaim your potential and take control where you are feeling stuck.
My approach is integrative and rooted in empathy, compassion and building a trusting relationship in which you feel safe to express your feelings. I would find it a privilege to work with you on your life journey. Should we decide to work together, I will be listening intently to learn more about you, asking challenging questions and providing support where it is needed. Together we will then outline some areas you would like to work on. It is my aim, for you to gain greater awareness into your situation, to be "empowered" to act, reclaim your potential and take control where you are feeling stuck.
Is a toxic relationship dominating your life—perhaps marked by narcissistic behavior?
I use EMDR, and facets of DBT, CBT, IFS, and more, to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs. I have extensive experience with complex trauma and PTSD. My specialty is supporting clients in navigating and healing from narcissistic and emotionally toxic relationships—whether a parent, partner, friend, or other significant person.
Is a toxic relationship dominating your life—perhaps marked by narcissistic behavior?
I use EMDR, and facets of DBT, CBT, IFS, and more, to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs. I have extensive experience with complex trauma and PTSD. My specialty is supporting clients in navigating and healing from narcissistic and emotionally toxic relationships—whether a parent, partner, friend, or other significant person.
Often these struggles are connected to earlier experiences—such as emotionally neglectful environments, difficult relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse, or attachment wounds.
If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse or childhood trauma, you may struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or difficulty trusting yourself in relationships. I specialize in helping individuals heal attachment wounds, rebuild self-trust, and reconnect with a grounded sense of who they are.
Often these struggles are connected to earlier experiences—such as emotionally neglectful environments, difficult relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse, or attachment wounds.
If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse or childhood trauma, you may struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or difficulty trusting yourself in relationships. I specialize in helping individuals heal attachment wounds, rebuild self-trust, and reconnect with a grounded sense of who they are.
Narcissistic supply.
I primary blend Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Psychoeducation & Coaching with my clients. Everyone needs something different. My goal is to help you process your trauma and on your way to post-traumatic growth quickly.
Narcissistic supply.
I primary blend Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Psychoeducation & Coaching with my clients. Everyone needs something different. My goal is to help you process your trauma and on your way to post-traumatic growth quickly.
Coaching clients work with me on topics related to narcissistic abuse recovery, surviving high conflict divorce, supporting their gender expansive child, adjusting to an open relationship or polyamory, working as a traveling artist/musician/production crew, or navigating a major life transition.
I have extensive knowledge related to the topics I coach on and am known for being warm, caring, and funny. One coaching client said that they felt like my hand was on their shoulder while talking through their challenges. Sometimes we just need additional support during a tough or confusing time.
Coaching clients work with me on topics related to narcissistic abuse recovery, surviving high conflict divorce, supporting their gender expansive child, adjusting to an open relationship or polyamory, working as a traveling artist/musician/production crew, or navigating a major life transition.
I have extensive knowledge related to the topics I coach on and am known for being warm, caring, and funny. One coaching client said that they felt like my hand was on their shoulder while talking through their challenges. Sometimes we just need additional support during a tough or confusing time.
specializing in addressing Complex PTSD, particularly stemming from narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, and identity crises.
Hello, I am an LPC (Supervisor) with over 25 years of experience. My ideal clients come from diverse communities and face issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem concerns, women’s issues, ADD, substance abuse, oppositional defiance, and family struggles. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to become self-aware, resolve personal blocks, and direct their healing journey. My approach empowers clients to harness their inner strengths, fostering personal growth and recovery. I also provide clinical supervision for provisionally licensed counselors, helping them develop as effective, compassionate practitioners.
specializing in addressing Complex PTSD, particularly stemming from narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, and identity crises.
Hello, I am an LPC (Supervisor) with over 25 years of experience. My ideal clients come from diverse communities and face issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem concerns, women’s issues, ADD, substance abuse, oppositional defiance, and family struggles. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to become self-aware, resolve personal blocks, and direct their healing journey. My approach empowers clients to harness their inner strengths, fostering personal growth and recovery. I also provide clinical supervision for provisionally licensed counselors, helping them develop as effective, compassionate practitioners.
Therapy is a journey through which we find our authentic selves and become the best we can be. I have expertise in working with alcoholism, addictions, and recovery issues; and with relationship, couple and family issues. I have worked in the field for over twenty years. I work with adults and adolescents, in individual, couple and family modalities. My approach is to meet you where you are, and to help you to move towards your goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve maximum growth. I use several therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and strengths-based techniques.
Therapy is a journey through which we find our authentic selves and become the best we can be. I have expertise in working with alcoholism, addictions, and recovery issues; and with relationship, couple and family issues. I have worked in the field for over twenty years. I work with adults and adolescents, in individual, couple and family modalities. My approach is to meet you where you are, and to help you to move towards your goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve maximum growth. I use several therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and strengths-based techniques.
Our therapists have experience working with people who express a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, anger, internal conflict, low self-worth, sports performance, performance anxiety, mental blocks & life adjustments.
By working together, we will develop and implement your Safe Routes to positive mental health and wellness. Our therapist look forward to assisting you as you start on your path to healing & becoming who God designed you to be.
Our therapists have experience working with people who express a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, anger, internal conflict, low self-worth, sports performance, performance anxiety, mental blocks & life adjustments.
By working together, we will develop and implement your Safe Routes to positive mental health and wellness. Our therapist look forward to assisting you as you start on your path to healing & becoming who God designed you to be.
My focus is on dismantling High-Functioning Anxiety, Narcissistic Abuse cycles, and Intergenerational Trauma.
Are you the pillar everyone leans on, but who holds space for you? If you are tired of over-functioning, settling for low-value relationships, and tying your worth to productivity, it is time for a neurological reset. I am Marjorie Landron, PhD(c), a Bilingual Practitioner specializing in Complex Trauma, EMDR, and Neurological Mastery.
I offer a distinguished clinical experience for the high-achiever ready to face the truth beneath the surface. Using EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Method, I help you deconstruct trauma, abandonment, and ego-driven patterns. Align your mind, body, and soul. Step into The Mind Suite.
My focus is on dismantling High-Functioning Anxiety, Narcissistic Abuse cycles, and Intergenerational Trauma.
Are you the pillar everyone leans on, but who holds space for you? If you are tired of over-functioning, settling for low-value relationships, and tying your worth to productivity, it is time for a neurological reset. I am Marjorie Landron, PhD(c), a Bilingual Practitioner specializing in Complex Trauma, EMDR, and Neurological Mastery.
I offer a distinguished clinical experience for the high-achiever ready to face the truth beneath the surface. Using EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Method, I help you deconstruct trauma, abandonment, and ego-driven patterns. Align your mind, body, and soul. Step into The Mind Suite.
David Shrank is a clinically licensed social worker/therapist and the founder and CEO at Empowerment Behavioral Therapeutic Services, and President at the National Trauma Education and Policy Institute. The EBTS clinic works with Medicaid.
David leads a team of top trauma therapists. David is also a trainer to therapists and other mental health professionals. David is a husband and father of 3 children practicing in Silver Spring, MD. David specializes in trauma of all types with expertise in mild to severe behavioral issues, anxiety disorders, addiction, and personality disorders. David works with children, adults and families.
David Shrank is a clinically licensed social worker/therapist and the founder and CEO at Empowerment Behavioral Therapeutic Services, and President at the National Trauma Education and Policy Institute. The EBTS clinic works with Medicaid.
David leads a team of top trauma therapists. David is also a trainer to therapists and other mental health professionals. David is a husband and father of 3 children practicing in Silver Spring, MD. David specializes in trauma of all types with expertise in mild to severe behavioral issues, anxiety disorders, addiction, and personality disorders. David works with children, adults and families.
One of my areas of specialty for many years, has been working with the victims of Narcissistic Abuse by parents, family members, spouses/partners, friends or co-workers.
I am currently accepting NEW clients in Maryland with immediate, tele-health openings! I applaud you for taking this step to focus on your self care and overall healing! I am here to help guide you through the journey of healing, rebuilding, learning coping mechanisms to deal with triggers and stressors of life, internal thoughts and relationships. My main goal is to help you create the life you want to live.
Therapy can offer a safe, supportive place for you to decompress, heal, reassess, and rebuild.
One of my areas of specialty for many years, has been working with the victims of Narcissistic Abuse by parents, family members, spouses/partners, friends or co-workers.
I am currently accepting NEW clients in Maryland with immediate, tele-health openings! I applaud you for taking this step to focus on your self care and overall healing! I am here to help guide you through the journey of healing, rebuilding, learning coping mechanisms to deal with triggers and stressors of life, internal thoughts and relationships. My main goal is to help you create the life you want to live.
Therapy can offer a safe, supportive place for you to decompress, heal, reassess, and rebuild.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* You are making the first step in improving your quality of life. Knowing that you are safe and supported is one of the best predictors of successful therapy. I know that deciding to seek therapy demonstrates an act of humility and self-love. I work from a tailored team-oriented approach with my clients to assist them in recognizing their true potentials and inner strength, which enables them to feel empowered and allow them to build on those elements to find their own path forward. As such, I utilize an intersectional framework to honor and affirm how your identities impact the way you navigate the world.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* You are making the first step in improving your quality of life. Knowing that you are safe and supported is one of the best predictors of successful therapy. I know that deciding to seek therapy demonstrates an act of humility and self-love. I work from a tailored team-oriented approach with my clients to assist them in recognizing their true potentials and inner strength, which enables them to feel empowered and allow them to build on those elements to find their own path forward. As such, I utilize an intersectional framework to honor and affirm how your identities impact the way you navigate the world.
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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.