Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in New York, NY
Melissa Croy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
My clinical focus includes those living with ADHD/ADD, survivors of childhood/adult trauma and abuse (particularly survivors of abuse from those with Narcissistic Personality Disorder/narcissistic traits), creative/performing artists, active duty military, and veterans.
I serve adults challenged with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, interpersonal conflict, intimacy, grief, and loss. I have extensive training and experience working with active duty military, veterans, performing artists, LGBQTIA+, and minority populations. I staunchly believe clients are the experts on their own experiences and I look forward to joining you on your healing path at a pace that is comfortable to you.
My clinical focus includes those living with ADHD/ADD, survivors of childhood/adult trauma and abuse (particularly survivors of abuse from those with Narcissistic Personality Disorder/narcissistic traits), creative/performing artists, active duty military, and veterans.
I serve adults challenged with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, interpersonal conflict, intimacy, grief, and loss. I have extensive training and experience working with active duty military, veterans, performing artists, LGBQTIA+, and minority populations. I staunchly believe clients are the experts on their own experiences and I look forward to joining you on your healing path at a pace that is comfortable to you.
Andrea Wainer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R, R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Waitlist for new clients
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, and opines in judicial process involving character disordered individuals. She is equipped to identify and coach you to thrive during and after; smear campaigns, blame shifting, gas-lighting, PTSD, forum shopping, victim playing, projecting and other tactics used by character disordered people. She is an expert at identifying red flags.
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, and opines in judicial process involving character disordered individuals. She is equipped to identify and coach you to thrive during and after; smear campaigns, blame shifting, gas-lighting, PTSD, forum shopping, victim playing, projecting and other tactics used by character disordered people. She is an expert at identifying red flags.
Kristine Danback
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I am a therapist, a divorce coach and divorce mediator focusing on narcissistic abuse/high conflict divorce/custody battles.
KRISTINEDANBACKPHD.COM I am the owner of Random Thoughts Psychological Therapy. A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships. Our work will strengthen your resilience, ability to cope and adjust. Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, parenting, betrayal & loss. Psychotherapy allows for gaining awareness of how your history, biology, and emotions came together to create who you are, as well as, learning how to regulate your emotions, to have a healthier and more fulfilling life, work and love.
I am a therapist, a divorce coach and divorce mediator focusing on narcissistic abuse/high conflict divorce/custody battles.
KRISTINEDANBACKPHD.COM I am the owner of Random Thoughts Psychological Therapy. A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships. Our work will strengthen your resilience, ability to cope and adjust. Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, parenting, betrayal & loss. Psychotherapy allows for gaining awareness of how your history, biology, and emotions came together to create who you are, as well as, learning how to regulate your emotions, to have a healthier and more fulfilling life, work and love.
Ami B. Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Specialties: Difficult or narcissistic parents, Gender Variance/Transgender issues, Relationships, Assertion. I help people feel more comfortable with their own agenda, deal with difficult individuals and change entrenched roles in relationships.
Specialties: Difficult or narcissistic parents, Gender Variance/Transgender issues, Relationships, Assertion. I help people feel more comfortable with their own agenda, deal with difficult individuals and change entrenched roles in relationships.
Vanessa Reiser Narcissism Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10177
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
Jessica Knight
MA, CPCC, NICC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023 (Online Only)
It's okay if you need healing and a way forward and have no idea of where to start. Maybe you’ve tried individual or couples therapy but it’s been more harmful than helpful because your therapist didn’t understand emotional abuse and toxic relationship dynamics. Applying tools intended for two healthy people doesn’t work when there’s a Narcissist and/or abuse present in the relationship. Working with someone who understands patterns of abuse can help you make the right decision for yourself. I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching. - I also work with Millennial Women on life transitions (website below)
It's okay if you need healing and a way forward and have no idea of where to start. Maybe you’ve tried individual or couples therapy but it’s been more harmful than helpful because your therapist didn’t understand emotional abuse and toxic relationship dynamics. Applying tools intended for two healthy people doesn’t work when there’s a Narcissist and/or abuse present in the relationship. Working with someone who understands patterns of abuse can help you make the right decision for yourself. I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching. - I also work with Millennial Women on life transitions (website below)
Karen Arluck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
My specialties include: personality disorders (specifically narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder), anxiety disorders, eating disorders (including emotional eating and binge eating/food addiction), improving relationships and other interpersonal issues, self-esteem, and others.
My approach is warm, empathic, and creative, and I utilize a collaborative therapeutic process informed by Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Masterson's psychotherapy theories. There are many reasons to come to therapy, and usually a person begins because something is bothering them, and they may be feeling "stuck". In therapy, you can work towards feeling better, improving the areas you are struggling in, and addressing the life obstacles that you may be facing. I believe each person brings their unique strengths to the process as well as issues they would like to resolve.
My specialties include: personality disorders (specifically narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder), anxiety disorders, eating disorders (including emotional eating and binge eating/food addiction), improving relationships and other interpersonal issues, self-esteem, and others.
My approach is warm, empathic, and creative, and I utilize a collaborative therapeutic process informed by Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Masterson's psychotherapy theories. There are many reasons to come to therapy, and usually a person begins because something is bothering them, and they may be feeling "stuck". In therapy, you can work towards feeling better, improving the areas you are struggling in, and addressing the life obstacles that you may be facing. I believe each person brings their unique strengths to the process as well as issues they would like to resolve.
Mark Ettensohn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating vulnerable narcissistic issues that involve low self-esteem, illness anxiety, depressive thoughts and feelings, emotional conflict, self-defeating behaviors, anxiety, alienation, and difficulties with trust.
I specialize in treating vulnerable narcissistic issues that involve low self-esteem, illness anxiety, depressive thoughts and feelings, emotional conflict, self-defeating behaviors, anxiety, alienation, and difficulties with trust.
Tammy Kling Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10041
If you have encountered trauma, particularly in the areas of narcissistic abuse or adoption related trauma or general concerns, I encourage you to reach out.
Welcome! My name is Tammy Kling LCSW, founder of Clear Skies Counseling. Are you struggling in your relationship? Feeling depressed, anxious or confused? Have you suffered abuse in your relationship or family/friends/work relationships? Confusion you might feel could possibly be the result of narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse can have delegating effects on your life. It can leave you feeling depleted and broken. Together we can find clarity and learn ways to overcome and heal.
If you have encountered trauma, particularly in the areas of narcissistic abuse or adoption related trauma or general concerns, I encourage you to reach out.
Welcome! My name is Tammy Kling LCSW, founder of Clear Skies Counseling. Are you struggling in your relationship? Feeling depressed, anxious or confused? Have you suffered abuse in your relationship or family/friends/work relationships? Confusion you might feel could possibly be the result of narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse can have delegating effects on your life. It can leave you feeling depleted and broken. Together we can find clarity and learn ways to overcome and heal.
Betrayal, Sex/Porn Addiction, Narcissistic Abuse
Debbie, Allen
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
Are you struggling with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, isolation, self esteem, anxiety or other feelings. You may not even know what brings you here, just a feeling of being stuck or that life is missing meaning or purpose. I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts that may be difficult to talk about with family & friends. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive & compassionate. My experience, education & training has been invaluable while helping clients achieve long term & resilient change. You no longer have to be alone. I offer a free meet & greet.
Marina Lenderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I am also an expert contributor on the subjects of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Parenting.
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
I am also an expert contributor on the subjects of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Parenting.
Are you experiencing new emotional distress - like the discovery of a mood disorder, career transition or relationships stressors? Are you interested in learning about your response to these changes and developing tools to help you cope? My goal is to provide a collaborative atmosphere in which people can openly explore their feelings, better understand their personalities, and reach new resolutions. Using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approaches, I can help you identify solutions that will help you lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10168
I help patients struggling with death anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues, seeking freedom from toxic dynamics, a robust sense of self, and healthy relationships built on mutual respect. They desire empowerment, self-worth, and confidence.
I help patients struggling with death anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and relationship issues, seeking freedom from toxic dynamics, a robust sense of self, and healthy relationships built on mutual respect. They desire empowerment, self-worth, and confidence.
Alana Barlia
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
This includes expertise in helping clients heal from codependency & narcissistic relationships.
Hi! I am an NYC-based therapist providing warm, inviting, and effective therapy for adults and couples. My clients find solace and relief through our work together by learning deeply about themselves, addressing the root cause of their distress, and moving through their difficult emotions. I believe that if you invest in yourself & your relationships today - you have the capacity to change your entire life. Remember, you deserve to live a life that brings you joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose.
This includes expertise in helping clients heal from codependency & narcissistic relationships.
Hi! I am an NYC-based therapist providing warm, inviting, and effective therapy for adults and couples. My clients find solace and relief through our work together by learning deeply about themselves, addressing the root cause of their distress, and moving through their difficult emotions. I believe that if you invest in yourself & your relationships today - you have the capacity to change your entire life. Remember, you deserve to live a life that brings you joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose.
MDRN Talk: Modern Talk Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Our therapists have a variety of specialties, including: relationships, anxiety, marriage/divorce, depression, trauma, navigating the current dating landscape, narcissistic, difficult and/or alcoholic family members and loved ones, career issues/transitions, family dynamics, transitions to/from college, parenting, and grief.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming & intimidating. MDRN Talk is a collective of licensed, expert & reliable therapists who specialize in the unique issues of modern living & who care deeply about their clients & their lives. Please call or email us to tell us a bit more about what you’re looking for in your therapy & we will connect you with the therapist that is the best fit for your personality, goals, & scheduling needs. There’s never pressure to schedule- we want you to get the best referral possible, and if we think your needs would best be met with an outside provider, we will connect you with that as well!
Our therapists have a variety of specialties, including: relationships, anxiety, marriage/divorce, depression, trauma, navigating the current dating landscape, narcissistic, difficult and/or alcoholic family members and loved ones, career issues/transitions, family dynamics, transitions to/from college, parenting, and grief.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming & intimidating. MDRN Talk is a collective of licensed, expert & reliable therapists who specialize in the unique issues of modern living & who care deeply about their clients & their lives. Please call or email us to tell us a bit more about what you’re looking for in your therapy & we will connect you with the therapist that is the best fit for your personality, goals, & scheduling needs. There’s never pressure to schedule- we want you to get the best referral possible, and if we think your needs would best be met with an outside provider, we will connect you with that as well!
Leon Garber
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
My final area of focus is psychological trauma and narcissistic abuse.
My practice consists of helping my clients become more effective actors in their lives. In the service of these goals, I teach them how to become better critical thinkers, (working together on creating healthy beliefs about themselves, others, and their environments), providing the mental tools required for emotional regulation and a fulfilling life. Additionally, we work together on understanding the past and present sources of troublesome behaviors and reducing them; this approach is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. And, I specialize in a form of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), used to treat OCD.
My final area of focus is psychological trauma and narcissistic abuse.
My practice consists of helping my clients become more effective actors in their lives. In the service of these goals, I teach them how to become better critical thinkers, (working together on creating healthy beliefs about themselves, others, and their environments), providing the mental tools required for emotional regulation and a fulfilling life. Additionally, we work together on understanding the past and present sources of troublesome behaviors and reducing them; this approach is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. And, I specialize in a form of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), used to treat OCD.
Alana Carvalho
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism and narcissistic relationships.
Hi and welcome! I'm an experienced couples counselor and individual therapist who is passionate about working with people on relationships. I assist couples looking to work on their communication, understand the difficulties in their relationships, and find ways to heal. Through our work together you should expect to gain greater clarity on what it is that is impacting you and your relationships as well as how to move forward. I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism and narcissistic relationships.
Hi and welcome! I'm an experienced couples counselor and individual therapist who is passionate about working with people on relationships. I assist couples looking to work on their communication, understand the difficulties in their relationships, and find ways to heal. Through our work together you should expect to gain greater clarity on what it is that is impacting you and your relationships as well as how to move forward. I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
Dr. Michelle Carr
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021 (Online Only)
I work with adolescents and adults suffering from Anxiety, Trauma, Eating Disorders, and the affects of Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
I work with adolescents and adults suffering from Anxiety, Trauma, Eating Disorders, and the affects of Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
Dr. Erin Falconer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSc, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10014
I take a thoughtful and caring approach to working together. The therapy is collaborative, and I aim to create a safe space to help you process trauma and address issues related to relationships, abuse, chronic illness, life and career concerns, identity, and creative expression. I also specialize in helping people recover from narcissistic abuse, religious trauma, and coercive control, including survivors of cultic abuse and high-demand groups.
I take a thoughtful and caring approach to working together. The therapy is collaborative, and I aim to create a safe space to help you process trauma and address issues related to relationships, abuse, chronic illness, life and career concerns, identity, and creative expression. I also specialize in helping people recover from narcissistic abuse, religious trauma, and coercive control, including survivors of cultic abuse and high-demand groups.
Massimo Balestri
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including mood and anxiety disorders (e.g., bipolar and depressive disorders, panic and phobias), ADHD, marital issues and PTSD. My niche is in personality disorders (e.g., borderline and narcissistic personality disorder). I have extensive experience treating trauma sequelas, dissociative disorders and helping individuals overcome grief. My practice also includes treatment of eating disorders in adults (e.g., bulimia) and parasuicidal behaviour. Although my practice is mainly guided by empirical modalities, I tend to approach each client in an eclectic manner to customize treatment as needed.
I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including mood and anxiety disorders (e.g., bipolar and depressive disorders, panic and phobias), ADHD, marital issues and PTSD. My niche is in personality disorders (e.g., borderline and narcissistic personality disorder). I have extensive experience treating trauma sequelas, dissociative disorders and helping individuals overcome grief. My practice also includes treatment of eating disorders in adults (e.g., bulimia) and parasuicidal behaviour. Although my practice is mainly guided by empirical modalities, I tend to approach each client in an eclectic manner to customize treatment as needed.
Alan Lehman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
My areas of specialization include: Depression and Anxiety, Relationship Conflict-Resolution, Stress Management, Drug Abuse, Gambling/Investment Addiction; Trauma/PTSD; Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance; Couples Counseling & Separation/Divorce; Adult Children of Highly Successful (often Narcissistic) parents.
I'm a results-oriented, solution-focused psychologist who, over 25 years in practice, have honed my own active, directive therapeutic approach to deliver results in a time-efficient, step-wise manner. After an initial chronological overview, in which we track the origins and development of your presenting symptoms/challenges, we establish clear, achievable goals and map out steps for reaching these goals. Utilizing goal-focused, cognitive-behavioral techniques, I’ll guide and assist you in identifying and overcoming past hindrances to meeting your desired goals, and provide you with skills for maintaining your achieved goals.
My areas of specialization include: Depression and Anxiety, Relationship Conflict-Resolution, Stress Management, Drug Abuse, Gambling/Investment Addiction; Trauma/PTSD; Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance; Couples Counseling & Separation/Divorce; Adult Children of Highly Successful (often Narcissistic) parents.
I'm a results-oriented, solution-focused psychologist who, over 25 years in practice, have honed my own active, directive therapeutic approach to deliver results in a time-efficient, step-wise manner. After an initial chronological overview, in which we track the origins and development of your presenting symptoms/challenges, we establish clear, achievable goals and map out steps for reaching these goals. Utilizing goal-focused, cognitive-behavioral techniques, I’ll guide and assist you in identifying and overcoming past hindrances to meeting your desired goals, and provide you with skills for maintaining your achieved 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.