Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in New York, NY

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Melissa Croy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NATC, SIFI
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician - I do not treat Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
I serve adults living with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), interpersonal conflict, intimacy, grief, and loss. I staunchly believe clients are the experts on their own experiences. I look forward to joining you on your healing path at a pace that is comfortable to you towards recovery.
I am a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician - I do not treat Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
I serve adults living with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), interpersonal conflict, intimacy, grief, and loss. I staunchly believe clients are the experts on their own experiences. I look forward to joining you on your healing path at a pace that is comfortable to you towards recovery.
(646) 907-6153 View (646) 907-6153
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Andrea Costa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Online Only
My specialties include: Narcissistic Relationships with romantic partners, parents and children; Family Estrangement/Dynamics; Dating; Disordered Eating; Career Changes; Learning Differences; Gender/Sexual Identity; Parenting.
Taking the step to begin therapy is difficult and courageous. Psychotherapy challenges us to face ourselves, and we tend to be our own toughest critic. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, collaborative and individualized, in that each person is unique and has their own strengths and challenges. My expertise is being authentic and relatable in forming trusting relationships with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, scared, anxious, depressed, grief, loss, sad, hurt, neglected, abused, deceived, and dismissed as the result of life experiences. I hope to be part of your journey and share this with you.
My specialties include: Narcissistic Relationships with romantic partners, parents and children; Family Estrangement/Dynamics; Dating; Disordered Eating; Career Changes; Learning Differences; Gender/Sexual Identity; Parenting.
Taking the step to begin therapy is difficult and courageous. Psychotherapy challenges us to face ourselves, and we tend to be our own toughest critic. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, collaborative and individualized, in that each person is unique and has their own strengths and challenges. My expertise is being authentic and relatable in forming trusting relationships with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, scared, anxious, depressed, grief, loss, sad, hurt, neglected, abused, deceived, and dismissed as the result of life experiences. I hope to be part of your journey and share this with you.
(646) 982-3718 View (646) 982-3718
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Kristine Danback
Psychologist, PhD, MA
New York, NY 10024
Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, relationships, betrayal & loss.
Psychotherapy, divorce coaching, expert testimony and my RESTORE program. A psychoanalytic support group to heal from a high conflict relationship. I specialize in NPD abuse and restoring what was lost. Everyone in my practice is a surviver of DV and I wish I had the community of warriors I have built up in my practice when I needed it. You are not alone.
Areas of focus are: narcissistic abuse, relationships, betrayal & loss.
Psychotherapy, divorce coaching, expert testimony and my RESTORE program. A psychoanalytic support group to heal from a high conflict relationship. I specialize in NPD abuse and restoring what was lost. Everyone in my practice is a surviver of DV and I wish I had the community of warriors I have built up in my practice when I needed it. You are not alone.
(203) 884-0487 View (203) 884-0487
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Andrea Wainer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R, R
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse.
Andrea works with people who have been harmed by the people who they believed they could trust. She understands the depth of pain and fear these situations cause and how extensive the damage can be. She is able to coach and counsel you through the most difficult of times using her expert understanding of domestic violence and narcissistic disorders.
Andrea Wainer is an expert in narcissistic and psychopathic abuse.
Andrea works with people who have been harmed by the people who they believed they could trust. She understands the depth of pain and fear these situations cause and how extensive the damage can be. She is able to coach and counsel you through the most difficult of times using her expert understanding of domestic violence and narcissistic disorders.
(914) 331-8079 View (914) 331-8079
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Elizabeth C Bracken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10013
I specialize in ameliorating and identifying the effects of narcissistic abuse current as well as past.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling through life experiencing little joy? Has someone hurt you in the past or present which feels insurmountable to move through? Are you on the fence going or coming back to therapy with some apprehension that it may not "work"? Then, I would suggest we talk and find out if I am a good match for you. As a sound compassionate therapist with over 30 years experience in the field, I still love helping clients to achieve more self-satisfaction, decreased stress, and healing from new or old wounds so that their lives improve often dramatically. I utilize psychodynamic theory and DBT.
I specialize in ameliorating and identifying the effects of narcissistic abuse current as well as past.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling through life experiencing little joy? Has someone hurt you in the past or present which feels insurmountable to move through? Are you on the fence going or coming back to therapy with some apprehension that it may not "work"? Then, I would suggest we talk and find out if I am a good match for you. As a sound compassionate therapist with over 30 years experience in the field, I still love helping clients to achieve more self-satisfaction, decreased stress, and healing from new or old wounds so that their lives improve often dramatically. I utilize psychodynamic theory and DBT.
(845) 379-3096 View (845) 379-3096
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Narcissistic Abuse Expert Vanessa M. Reiser, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10177
Vanessa is a trauma and dialectical behavioral therapy trained psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse.
Vanessa is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also certified in tele-therapy. Vanessa also worked at The Bronx High School of Science, and High School of American Studies so she has extensive experience working with youth, especially in high conflict divorce.
Vanessa is a trauma and dialectical behavioral therapy trained psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse.
Vanessa is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also certified in tele-therapy. Vanessa also worked at The Bronx High School of Science, and High School of American Studies so she has extensive experience working with youth, especially in high conflict divorce.
(845) 499-0957 View (845) 499-0957
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Jessica Knight
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching
As a Trauma Informed Coach, I see everything through a trauma informed lends, meaning that healing takes as long as it takes and there isn’t one way to work through this. I will meet you where you are and understand YOU through a Discovery Session. I will point out toxic behaviors, behavioral patterns, and signs of abuse. I will validate and un-gaslight you.
I am trained in Narcissistic Abuse and High Conflict Divorce Coaching
As a Trauma Informed Coach, I see everything through a trauma informed lends, meaning that healing takes as long as it takes and there isn’t one way to work through this. I will meet you where you are and understand YOU through a Discovery Session. I will point out toxic behaviors, behavioral patterns, and signs of abuse. I will validate and un-gaslight you.
(508) 484-8230 View (508) 484-8230
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Gail Ann Kelsey
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sports psychology, infertility, anxiety disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma/EMDR, parenting support and executive coaching are interest areas.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with significant others? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and difficult decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while cognitive and creative capabilities increase.
Sports psychology, infertility, anxiety disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, trauma/EMDR, parenting support and executive coaching are interest areas.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with significant others? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and difficult decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while cognitive and creative capabilities increase.
(571) 253-7960 View (571) 253-7960
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Karen Arluck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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.
(347) 682-2790 View (347) 682-2790
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Violetta Math
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with adult children of narcissistic and emotionally immature parents.
Every person has their unique journey to healing and self discovery. In experiencing my own life challenges, I found healing through immersing myself in mindfulness practices and looking deeper within myself. Since then, I knew my purpose was to help others heal in their life journey as well. I have since have been helping others achieve their personal goals of understanding themselves, their relationships with others, coping with their fears, and embracing new beginnings. Sessions are approached from a traditional and holistic perspective, giving consideration to the overall mind, body, spirit, and emotion of the person.
I specialize in working with adult children of narcissistic and emotionally immature parents.
Every person has their unique journey to healing and self discovery. In experiencing my own life challenges, I found healing through immersing myself in mindfulness practices and looking deeper within myself. Since then, I knew my purpose was to help others heal in their life journey as well. I have since have been helping others achieve their personal goals of understanding themselves, their relationships with others, coping with their fears, and embracing new beginnings. Sessions are approached from a traditional and holistic perspective, giving consideration to the overall mind, body, spirit, and emotion of the person.
(201) 431-0281 View (201) 431-0281
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Ami B. Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Growing up with a Narcissistic Parent was like living in emotional captivity.
Let’s work together to understand what happened. In our sessions, we’ll explore how your past shaped you and your ways of relating to yourself and others. We’ll set clear, self-honoring boundaries that help you free yourself from toxic dynamics, discover your own needs, and change patterns in current relationships so you can begin the process of healing.
Growing up with a Narcissistic Parent was like living in emotional captivity.
Let’s work together to understand what happened. In our sessions, we’ll explore how your past shaped you and your ways of relating to yourself and others. We’ll set clear, self-honoring boundaries that help you free yourself from toxic dynamics, discover your own needs, and change patterns in current relationships so you can begin the process of healing.
(646) 583-1185 View (646) 583-1185
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Sophia Wang
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Navigating complicated relationships or healing from narcissistic relationships.
When we work together, you'll experience a collaborative approach blending trauma-informed evidence-based techniques (CBT, ACT), psychodynamic, client-centered, and mindfulness approaches with creative therapy outlet. I provide a safe, nurturing space where you can speak freely without judgment. Many clients feel truly heard and understood for the first time
Navigating complicated relationships or healing from narcissistic relationships.
When we work together, you'll experience a collaborative approach blending trauma-informed evidence-based techniques (CBT, ACT), psychodynamic, client-centered, and mindfulness approaches with creative therapy outlet. I provide a safe, nurturing space where you can speak freely without judgment. Many clients feel truly heard and understood for the first time
(341) 766-0668 View (341) 766-0668
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Infidelity Therapy; Affair Recovery; Leave or Stay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CPD
Online Only
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; GASLIGHTING; CODEPENDENCY; TRAUMA BONDING ATTACHMENT: Struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, betrayal, relational safety violations, gaslighting or narcissistic abuse?
Infidelity and partner betrayal are among the most challenging relationship issues. However, trust can be rebuilt, and the bond can grow stronger if both partners are committed to learning, growing, and addressing their individual contributions to the problem. With mutual dedication, this life-changing event can lead to a deeper, more resilient partnership.
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; GASLIGHTING; CODEPENDENCY; TRAUMA BONDING ATTACHMENT: Struggling with the aftermath of infidelity, betrayal, relational safety violations, gaslighting or narcissistic abuse?
Infidelity and partner betrayal are among the most challenging relationship issues. However, trust can be rebuilt, and the bond can grow stronger if both partners are committed to learning, growing, and addressing their individual contributions to the problem. With mutual dedication, this life-changing event can lead to a deeper, more resilient partnership.
(424) 344-5967 View (424) 344-5967
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Avital Isaacs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10013
My training in narcissistic abuse recovery lends itself to people in the midst of navigating confusing and stressful relationships.
Sorting through the complexity of the human experience is a collaborative process, and I'm here to be a part of your team. My therapeutic approach is warm and inquisitive, and tailored to suit my individual client's needs and strengths. My practice draws from a belief in social constructivism: that our understanding of the world exists in social and cultural contexts, including our meaning making of diagnosis and mental illness. We are hurt in relationship, and we heal in relationship. I am interested in creating a space for insight and experimentation, where your identity, experience, and autonomy are respected.
My training in narcissistic abuse recovery lends itself to people in the midst of navigating confusing and stressful relationships.
Sorting through the complexity of the human experience is a collaborative process, and I'm here to be a part of your team. My therapeutic approach is warm and inquisitive, and tailored to suit my individual client's needs and strengths. My practice draws from a belief in social constructivism: that our understanding of the world exists in social and cultural contexts, including our meaning making of diagnosis and mental illness. We are hurt in relationship, and we heal in relationship. I am interested in creating a space for insight and experimentation, where your identity, experience, and autonomy are respected.
(332) 322-2531 View (332) 322-2531
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Jim Stangarone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP
New York, NY 10010
This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
(332) 248-0805 View (332) 248-0805
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Karina Babina - Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, EMDR
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
Whether you're recovering from PTSD, relationship trauma, dealing with the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, or struggling with co-dependency, anxiety, or depression, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
My goal is to inspire you to overcome challenges, cultivate resilience, and rediscover a sense of peace and fulfillment in your life. My approach integrates psychodynamic therapy, MBCT, DBT, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you heal and regain a sense of empowerment.
Whether you're recovering from PTSD, relationship trauma, dealing with the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, or struggling with co-dependency, anxiety, or depression, I'm here to support you every step of the way.
My goal is to inspire you to overcome challenges, cultivate resilience, and rediscover a sense of peace and fulfillment in your life. My approach integrates psychodynamic therapy, MBCT, DBT, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you heal and regain a sense of empowerment.
(347) 394-5541 View (347) 394-5541
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Alan Lehman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
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.
(646) 291-6985 View (646) 291-6985
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Leon Garber
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
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.
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Alana Carvalho
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CASAC-T
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism, narcissistic relationships and issues relation to family of origin. These relationship dynamics can be especially painful and confusing. Together we will explore how to heal by releasing codependent and perfectionistic thinking and behavior patterns to live a more freeing and fulfilling life.
I also specialize in helping individuals heal that have had a narcissistic parent or partner.
My favorite areas to work on include codependency, perfectionism, narcissistic relationships and issues relation to family of origin. These relationship dynamics can be especially painful and confusing. Together we will explore how to heal by releasing codependent and perfectionistic thinking and behavior patterns to live a more freeing and fulfilling life.
(732) 508-3096 View (732) 508-3096
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Bri Arden Kalikow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I specialize in many of today's most challenging issues like out-of-control sexual behavior, betrayal trauma, narcissistic dynamics, intergenerational trauma, and parent-child enmeshment.
I’m a dedicated therapist who believes in creating a warm, personalized experience where you feel truly understood and supported. With advanced training from Columbia University and specialized studies at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and the Modern Sex Therapy Institute, I bring a blend of science and empathy to my practice. My experience across diverse settings—from federal programs to private practices—has shaped my approach to be both insightful and adaptable, always tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
I specialize in many of today's most challenging issues like out-of-control sexual behavior, betrayal trauma, narcissistic dynamics, intergenerational trauma, and parent-child enmeshment.
I’m a dedicated therapist who believes in creating a warm, personalized experience where you feel truly understood and supported. With advanced training from Columbia University and specialized studies at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and the Modern Sex Therapy Institute, I bring a blend of science and empathy to my practice. My experience across diverse settings—from federal programs to private practices—has shaped my approach to be both insightful and adaptable, always tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
(929) 284-2102 View (929) 284-2102

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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.