Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Union County, OH

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Brandi Cihlar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LPC
Online Only
Are you an adult struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or symptoms of Bipolar disorder, OCD, or Personality disorders? You want a therapist who recognizes your strengths and helps you navigate through stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and abuse. You seek someone who can help you gain insights and see patterns in your life that you might not notice on your own.
Are you an adult struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or symptoms of Bipolar disorder, OCD, or Personality disorders? You want a therapist who recognizes your strengths and helps you navigate through stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and abuse. You seek someone who can help you gain insights and see patterns in your life that you might not notice on your own.
(202) 951-8471 View (202) 951-8471
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Kathryn Caudill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Happiness is within your grasp and I want to help you get there. Life is tough enough without letting people and situations dominate our thoughts. Having experience with several modalities, I can guide you through this journey in a way that will work for you - specifically. I have had the honor of practicing individual, couples, and family therapy for several years; witnessing their strength to overcome adversity and challenges has given my life immense joy.
Happiness is within your grasp and I want to help you get there. Life is tough enough without letting people and situations dominate our thoughts. Having experience with several modalities, I can guide you through this journey in a way that will work for you - specifically. I have had the honor of practicing individual, couples, and family therapy for several years; witnessing their strength to overcome adversity and challenges has given my life immense joy.
(614) 665-0470 View (614) 665-0470
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Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT-S
Serves Area
At ICFT, we see people who have tried everything and have made the courageous decision to admit they need some help. For example, couples that want to stop arguing and find the joy in their relationship. Parents that want to stop being irritated and gain new skills to help their children succeed. Families that need help navigating a path toward healing. Nothing is more frustrating than trying really hard and still feeling like the particular problem is not getting better. At ICFT, we help our clients learn new approaches, so they don't simply try hard, but actually see progress.
At ICFT, we see people who have tried everything and have made the courageous decision to admit they need some help. For example, couples that want to stop arguing and find the joy in their relationship. Parents that want to stop being irritated and gain new skills to help their children succeed. Families that need help navigating a path toward healing. Nothing is more frustrating than trying really hard and still feeling like the particular problem is not getting better. At ICFT, we help our clients learn new approaches, so they don't simply try hard, but actually see progress.
(614) 427-2322 View (614) 427-2322

Online Therapists

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Megan L. Reeves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MSSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I'm a compassionate and experienced Independent Licensed Social Worker (LISW, MSSW) with over 17 years of diverse experience, of which 7 years providing Clinical Psychotherapy. Additionally experienced in working a wide variety of social services specializations, including:federal clinical psychotherapy for active-duty military members (current full-time); state-child protective services; local-non-profit; corporate-personal health coach for chronic health conditions; community-behavioral health; integrated healthcare-brief intervention, crisis intervention; medical social work; victim advocacy, resiliency and empowerment.
Welcome! I'm a compassionate and experienced Independent Licensed Social Worker (LISW, MSSW) with over 17 years of diverse experience, of which 7 years providing Clinical Psychotherapy. Additionally experienced in working a wide variety of social services specializations, including:federal clinical psychotherapy for active-duty military members (current full-time); state-child protective services; local-non-profit; corporate-personal health coach for chronic health conditions; community-behavioral health; integrated healthcare-brief intervention, crisis intervention; medical social work; victim advocacy, resiliency and empowerment.
(937) 729-2283 View (937) 729-2283
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Nadine M. Cramer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, LPC
Huron, OH 44839
Serving Adults Across Ohio — In-Person and Online. With over 22 years of experience, I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Solutions Focused modalities. My style is collaborative and compassionate, focused on helping you build practical tools for lasting change. I offer flexible options — meet me in person at my Ohio office or connect virtually from home. Currently accepting new clients. In-person and virtual sessions available.
Serving Adults Across Ohio — In-Person and Online. With over 22 years of experience, I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Solutions Focused modalities. My style is collaborative and compassionate, focused on helping you build practical tools for lasting change. I offer flexible options — meet me in person at my Ohio office or connect virtually from home. Currently accepting new clients. In-person and virtual sessions available.
(567) 402-5616 View (567) 402-5616
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Julianne S Massimo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Do you find yourself saying, "Wait, this isn't how my life was supposed to go"? The truth is that it’s never too late to write a new story of who you are and how you want your life to be.
Do you find yourself saying, "Wait, this isn't how my life was supposed to go"? The truth is that it’s never too late to write a new story of who you are and how you want your life to be.
(330) 919-7406 View (330) 919-7406
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Mindfully - Fairfield OH
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, LPCC, LISW, LMFT, MSW
4 Endorsed
Fairfield, OH 45014
Mindfully is a leading full-service mental health practice in Ohio, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. Our services include individual counseling, couples therapy, child and teen therapy, and psychiatry services (medication management). Mindfully provides high quality care personalized to your needs, as well as specialized care such as DBT, EMDR, and more.
Mindfully is a leading full-service mental health practice in Ohio, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. Our services include individual counseling, couples therapy, child and teen therapy, and psychiatry services (medication management). Mindfully provides high quality care personalized to your needs, as well as specialized care such as DBT, EMDR, and more.
(513) 399-8811 View (513) 399-8811
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Paige Ballengee
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Owner, LPCC-S, LICDC
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45208
People possess an astonishing and incredible natural capacity to heal themselves both mentally and physically. But, many are not able to find their path through life's complex and sometimes painful questions. Therapy can be the catalyst for healing by peeling back the layers to find your innate, intuitive wisdom about yourself. My role as your therapist is to be your champion- to accept you and unconditionally support you, no matter what you are facing or experiencing.
People possess an astonishing and incredible natural capacity to heal themselves both mentally and physically. But, many are not able to find their path through life's complex and sometimes painful questions. Therapy can be the catalyst for healing by peeling back the layers to find your innate, intuitive wisdom about yourself. My role as your therapist is to be your champion- to accept you and unconditionally support you, no matter what you are facing or experiencing.
(513) 409-9505 View (513) 409-9505
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April Hicks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you tired of feeling stuck in a cycle of engaging in the same behaviors? Do you feel overwhelmed with the pressures of life? Do you feel that you don’t have the support you need to get through difficulties? Do you have a hard time developing and maintaining healthy relationships? Do you have goals you desire to meet and are unsure how to reach them? Are you struggling with Depression and/or Anxiety? Do you have difficulties coping with the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle with Addiction? I believe there is a solution to every problem, and I have made it my life’s mission to help resolve issues that have been a burden.
Are you tired of feeling stuck in a cycle of engaging in the same behaviors? Do you feel overwhelmed with the pressures of life? Do you feel that you don’t have the support you need to get through difficulties? Do you have a hard time developing and maintaining healthy relationships? Do you have goals you desire to meet and are unsure how to reach them? Are you struggling with Depression and/or Anxiety? Do you have difficulties coping with the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle with Addiction? I believe there is a solution to every problem, and I have made it my life’s mission to help resolve issues that have been a burden.
(216) 446-8482 View (216) 446-8482
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Dulce Hershberger LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
(380) 207-0352 View (380) 207-0352
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Julie Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45243
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
(480) 788-5118 View (480) 788-5118
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Alejandra Weiss
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45227
Let me walk with you; you are not alone. I specialize in treating individuals and couples, helping them reclaim their lives by attaining inner freedom and improving the quality of their relationships. Thriving relationships are foundational to a fulfilling life. With intentional care, our connections can become a source of comfort, understanding, and joy. I support couples facing challenges with communication, conflict management, intimacy, and trust, including those recovering from infidelity. In addition, I provide support to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Let me walk with you; you are not alone. I specialize in treating individuals and couples, helping them reclaim their lives by attaining inner freedom and improving the quality of their relationships. Thriving relationships are foundational to a fulfilling life. With intentional care, our connections can become a source of comfort, understanding, and joy. I support couples facing challenges with communication, conflict management, intimacy, and trust, including those recovering from infidelity. In addition, I provide support to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
(513) 506-0635 View (513) 506-0635
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Rocker Health LLC
Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Columbus, OH 43235
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
(380) 233-5310 View (380) 233-5310
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Heidi Sommer McAlister
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43235
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION * GIFTED CHILDREN & ADULTS * EATING DISORDERS * GRIEF & LOSS * RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT * NARCISSISM IN FAMILY SYSTEM * FERTILITY CONCERNS * TRANSITION & ADJUSTMENT * Heidi Sommer McAlister believes in finding, developing, and utilizing the unique, inherent, and valuable qualities in each of us. The Sommer Group's philosophical stance is that we hold within ourselves the capacity for change and growth. Sometimes events occur in our lives that leave such a significant impact on us that we become confused and unsure about ourselves, our relationships, and the direction we want our lives to go in. Professional help can be critical during this time.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION * GIFTED CHILDREN & ADULTS * EATING DISORDERS * GRIEF & LOSS * RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT * NARCISSISM IN FAMILY SYSTEM * FERTILITY CONCERNS * TRANSITION & ADJUSTMENT * Heidi Sommer McAlister believes in finding, developing, and utilizing the unique, inherent, and valuable qualities in each of us. The Sommer Group's philosophical stance is that we hold within ourselves the capacity for change and growth. Sometimes events occur in our lives that leave such a significant impact on us that we become confused and unsure about ourselves, our relationships, and the direction we want our lives to go in. Professional help can be critical during this time.
(614) 985-5500 View (614) 985-5500
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Rebeccah Tacelosky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Columbus, OH 43212
I am licensed in Ohio with 30 years of professional experience. I have worked with clients navigating stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to support and empower you on that journey. I hold a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University.
I am licensed in Ohio with 30 years of professional experience. I have worked with clients navigating stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to support and empower you on that journey. I hold a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University.
(380) 257-6894 View (380) 257-6894
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Jesse Thornton
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
At Foundations Family Counseling it is our mission is to promote health and happiness for individuals and families in Central Ohio. We offer high-quality mental health and relationship counseling services that meet families' needs whether emotional, relational, or behavioral. We believe every individual and family has core values and beliefs that serve as the foundation upon which they build their lives. We help strengthen these values and beliefs because we understand that individuals and families with strong foundations are better equipped to handle stresses and hardship and are more likely to discover joy and personal satisfaction in life.
At Foundations Family Counseling it is our mission is to promote health and happiness for individuals and families in Central Ohio. We offer high-quality mental health and relationship counseling services that meet families' needs whether emotional, relational, or behavioral. We believe every individual and family has core values and beliefs that serve as the foundation upon which they build their lives. We help strengthen these values and beliefs because we understand that individuals and families with strong foundations are better equipped to handle stresses and hardship and are more likely to discover joy and personal satisfaction in life.
(614) 468-5690 View (614) 468-5690
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Jessica Rohrbach
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC, EMDR
Online Only
Does it feel like no matter how much you commit at work or in your relationships; it is just not enough? Maybe it’s a partner who distorts your words. A parent who still belittles you. An employer who overwhelms you with work and ignores your progress. Perhaps your children even view you as the villain. You try to wage unity, but still feel misunderstood and mentally exhausted. You doubt everything you say. You’re always on the lookout. Maybe you’ve turned to unhealthy habits or scrolling just to get through the day. You’re not sabotaging yourself—it’s a survival strategy to relational trauma.
Does it feel like no matter how much you commit at work or in your relationships; it is just not enough? Maybe it’s a partner who distorts your words. A parent who still belittles you. An employer who overwhelms you with work and ignores your progress. Perhaps your children even view you as the villain. You try to wage unity, but still feel misunderstood and mentally exhausted. You doubt everything you say. You’re always on the lookout. Maybe you’ve turned to unhealthy habits or scrolling just to get through the day. You’re not sabotaging yourself—it’s a survival strategy to relational trauma.
(567) 229-1779 View (567) 229-1779
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Steven Gifford
Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Hello, I'm Steven, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependent Counselor (LICDC-CD. With extensive experience in mental health and addiction counseling, I offer compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in treating a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, life transitions, and substance use disorders.
Hello, I'm Steven, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependent Counselor (LICDC-CD. With extensive experience in mental health and addiction counseling, I offer compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in treating a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, life transitions, and substance use disorders.
(380) 221-8122 View (380) 221-8122
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Roy McClelland Jr
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
Do you find it difficult to deal with life transitions and change? Life has its unique challenges as we navigate through the different stages. Sometimes, we need support through these stages while dealing with the ongoing changes in our personal universe. Although change is difficult to handle at times, I feel that change promotes personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. When dealt with appropriately, change can be a healthy part of life.
Do you find it difficult to deal with life transitions and change? Life has its unique challenges as we navigate through the different stages. Sometimes, we need support through these stages while dealing with the ongoing changes in our personal universe. Although change is difficult to handle at times, I feel that change promotes personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. When dealt with appropriately, change can be a healthy part of life.
(380) 201-9508 View (380) 201-9508
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Monica Letterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LSW
Mason, OH 45040
I provide a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy for individuals ages 7 and up. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma responses, and life transitions, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based, DBT, Trauma focused strategies, and nervous system education to help clients better understand their patterns and build practical coping tools. My goal is to create a space where you feel both supported and challenged—safe enough to be honest and empowered enough to grow. Together, we work toward meaningful, lasting change rather than just short-term symptom relief.
I provide a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy for individuals ages 7 and up. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma responses, and life transitions, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based, DBT, Trauma focused strategies, and nervous system education to help clients better understand their patterns and build practical coping tools. My goal is to create a space where you feel both supported and challenged—safe enough to be honest and empowered enough to grow. Together, we work toward meaningful, lasting change rather than just short-term symptom relief.
(513) 450-4368 View (513) 450-4368

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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.