Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Columbia, SC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and strengths-focused approach to my work. I completed both my Bachelor's degree (BA) in Psychology and my Master's degree in Education at Winthrop University, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling Supervision and Education. Additionally, I am trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which I incorporate into my work to help clients develop skills for managing emotions and building healthier relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and strengths-focused approach to my work. I completed both my Bachelor's degree (BA) in Psychology and my Master's degree in Education at Winthrop University, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling Supervision and Education. Additionally, I am trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which I incorporate into my work to help clients develop skills for managing emotions and building healthier relationships.
I have unique training in narcissistic disorder & autism.
I commend your bravery for taking the first step of finding the right person for you. It can be debilitating when you can't connect with your therapist. This is what I strive for in our sessions. I want to create a comfortable atmosphere, where you are able to share your innermost thoughts. I have walked many paths myself. Together we will find your strengths to help you get through your difficult times. I ensure that our sessions are not only safe and private, but a judge-free zone. I am very empathetic and ready to earn your trust. I truly hope to meet and work with you.
I have unique training in narcissistic disorder & autism.
I commend your bravery for taking the first step of finding the right person for you. It can be debilitating when you can't connect with your therapist. This is what I strive for in our sessions. I want to create a comfortable atmosphere, where you are able to share your innermost thoughts. I have walked many paths myself. Together we will find your strengths to help you get through your difficult times. I ensure that our sessions are not only safe and private, but a judge-free zone. I am very empathetic and ready to earn your trust. I truly hope to meet and work with you.
About the Medical Psychologist Practitioner: Dr. Jerome Yelder, Sr. PhD MP FPPR is a Academy of Medical Psychology Board Certified Medical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist, Certified Pastoral Family Therapist, National Board Certified Independent Master Chaplain, National Board Certified Licensed Independent Ordained Minister. Dr. Yelder is also a verified Service Connected Disabled Veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was Honorably Discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Dr. Yelder's Myers Briggs Personality Type is ENFJ.
About the Medical Psychologist Practitioner: Dr. Jerome Yelder, Sr. PhD MP FPPR is a Academy of Medical Psychology Board Certified Medical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist, Certified Pastoral Family Therapist, National Board Certified Independent Master Chaplain, National Board Certified Licensed Independent Ordained Minister. Dr. Yelder is also a verified Service Connected Disabled Veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was Honorably Discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Dr. Yelder's Myers Briggs Personality Type is ENFJ.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS), I specialize in substance use disorders, severe mental illness, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and grief and loss. I believe every client and counselor-in-training is unique and deserves a personalized, strengths-based approach. I emphasize self-awareness, professional growth, and evidence-based practice, helping LPCAs develop their clinical voice while guiding clients toward balance, healing, and lasting change.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS), I specialize in substance use disorders, severe mental illness, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and grief and loss. I believe every client and counselor-in-training is unique and deserves a personalized, strengths-based approach. I emphasize self-awareness, professional growth, and evidence-based practice, helping LPCAs develop their clinical voice while guiding clients toward balance, healing, and lasting change.
Shame dies when stories are told in safe places. Your story matters. Experiencing trauma can make us feel alone, ashamed, & burdened with self-doubt. When you take the brave step toward therapy and healing, you no longer have to do that alone. I work to hold a safe space so that each person who comes to me is able to openly share their story while learning how to access the tools to heal all wounds that they carry. I use Internal Family Systems as an approach to work on the root of pain and to help clients heal. I am certified in DBT therapy to help individuals regulate their emotions and build skills to navigate relationships.
Shame dies when stories are told in safe places. Your story matters. Experiencing trauma can make us feel alone, ashamed, & burdened with self-doubt. When you take the brave step toward therapy and healing, you no longer have to do that alone. I work to hold a safe space so that each person who comes to me is able to openly share their story while learning how to access the tools to heal all wounds that they carry. I use Internal Family Systems as an approach to work on the root of pain and to help clients heal. I am certified in DBT therapy to help individuals regulate their emotions and build skills to navigate relationships.
Hello and welcome!
I’m Trudy McCloud, a licensed clinical therapist and the founder of The Space Between Therapy LLC, an entirely virtual practice dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth. With nearly two decades as an active-duty military spouse, I deeply understand the unique experiences of veterans, active service members, and their families. My journey as the wife of a U.S. Army veteran and mother to two U.S. Air Force veterans inspires my heartfelt commitment to supporting those navigating life’s challenges.
I specialize in trauma-informed and holistic care, working with adults, couples
Hello and welcome!
I’m Trudy McCloud, a licensed clinical therapist and the founder of The Space Between Therapy LLC, an entirely virtual practice dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth. With nearly two decades as an active-duty military spouse, I deeply understand the unique experiences of veterans, active service members, and their families. My journey as the wife of a U.S. Army veteran and mother to two U.S. Air Force veterans inspires my heartfelt commitment to supporting those navigating life’s challenges.
I specialize in trauma-informed and holistic care, working with adults, couples
Something in your life keeps repeating. You’ve talked it through before, maybe in therapy, maybe with people close to you, but the pattern stays. You can describe it clearly, yet it continues as if it has a momentum of its own. This work pays attention to how things show up in your speech: hesitations, contradictions, moments where something comes out that you didn’t plan to say. Those are not mistakes. They’re openings. The aim isn’t to fix or manage you, but to create a space where you can hear what has been trying to speak through you.
Something in your life keeps repeating. You’ve talked it through before, maybe in therapy, maybe with people close to you, but the pattern stays. You can describe it clearly, yet it continues as if it has a momentum of its own. This work pays attention to how things show up in your speech: hesitations, contradictions, moments where something comes out that you didn’t plan to say. Those are not mistakes. They’re openings. The aim isn’t to fix or manage you, but to create a space where you can hear what has been trying to speak through you.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, or families who seek to unblock emotional expressions, improve communication, and feel more authentic in their relationships and personal lives. They desire to feel fully human and crave honesty and openness in therapy. Together, we use creative interventions to help them reach their goals, fostering emotional growth, connection, and a deeper sense of self.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, or families who seek to unblock emotional expressions, improve communication, and feel more authentic in their relationships and personal lives. They desire to feel fully human and crave honesty and openness in therapy. Together, we use creative interventions to help them reach their goals, fostering emotional growth, connection, and a deeper sense of self.
Chaddrick L Middleton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, CVE, LPCS, Candida
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29223
At Vision we take special care in listening, assessing your needs, and looking beyond your problems to see your potential! We provide an atmosphere conducive to understanding your needs so that you can be reconciled to a life of peace and harmony. We have years of experience working with civilians, military personnel, disabled clients, couples, state & federal government employees, people with addictions, and adolescents. We also use effective counseling theories and the latest technology and resources to evaluate your interests and work potential .
At Vision we take special care in listening, assessing your needs, and looking beyond your problems to see your potential! We provide an atmosphere conducive to understanding your needs so that you can be reconciled to a life of peace and harmony. We have years of experience working with civilians, military personnel, disabled clients, couples, state & federal government employees, people with addictions, and adolescents. We also use effective counseling theories and the latest technology and resources to evaluate your interests and work potential .
I have been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist in the Columbia area for over 35 years. I use a caring, and direct, solution-focused approach to help individuals and couples to better understand themselves and to help them find solutions to their difficulties. I treat individuals who experience anxiety, depression, and addictions. I treat couples who are trying to understand how their relationship deteriorated, how to resolve conflicts, how to re-establish emotional intimacy, and how to prevent future difficulties. I also conduct psychological and custody evaluations for individuals and for the court system.
I have been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist in the Columbia area for over 35 years. I use a caring, and direct, solution-focused approach to help individuals and couples to better understand themselves and to help them find solutions to their difficulties. I treat individuals who experience anxiety, depression, and addictions. I treat couples who are trying to understand how their relationship deteriorated, how to resolve conflicts, how to re-establish emotional intimacy, and how to prevent future difficulties. I also conduct psychological and custody evaluations for individuals and for the court system.
I specialize in addictions, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, relationship issues, codependency, emotional manipulation & Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome, mood disorders, transitions, self-harm, self-esteem, & wellness.
Are you looking for a safe place to grow into your best self? As a Licensed & Certified Professional Therapist, I am here to help! I provide individualized treatment in a safe, non-judgmental & compassionate environment utilizing a holistic approach to wellness that allows for deeply personal healing of the mind, body, & spirit. In this way, you are able to explore & reconnect with yourself, overcome challenges, develop resiliency, & greatly improve your quality of life. Over the course of my career, I have provided psychotherapy & counseling services to diverse populations in a variety of settings & I welcome diversities in life.
I specialize in addictions, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, relationship issues, codependency, emotional manipulation & Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome, mood disorders, transitions, self-harm, self-esteem, & wellness.
Are you looking for a safe place to grow into your best self? As a Licensed & Certified Professional Therapist, I am here to help! I provide individualized treatment in a safe, non-judgmental & compassionate environment utilizing a holistic approach to wellness that allows for deeply personal healing of the mind, body, & spirit. In this way, you are able to explore & reconnect with yourself, overcome challenges, develop resiliency, & greatly improve your quality of life. Over the course of my career, I have provided psychotherapy & counseling services to diverse populations in a variety of settings & I welcome diversities in life.
NEW: I am now offering virtual diagnostic clarification for Autism Spectrum Disorder for adults in SC, with a quick turnaround. Email me for details. BIO: I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I specialize in conducting a broad range of diagnostic evaluations, including psychoeducational, ADHD, and mental health assessments, as well as autism and neuropsychological screenings. I earned a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology and a Certificate in Graduate Study in Applied Statistics from the University of South Carolina.
NEW: I am now offering virtual diagnostic clarification for Autism Spectrum Disorder for adults in SC, with a quick turnaround. Email me for details. BIO: I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I specialize in conducting a broad range of diagnostic evaluations, including psychoeducational, ADHD, and mental health assessments, as well as autism and neuropsychological screenings. I earned a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology and a Certificate in Graduate Study in Applied Statistics from the University of South Carolina.
Jessica Pena-Cabana
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, PsyD, CSC, NFCC, LPC-S
3 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29223
Dr. Peña-Cabana is a licensed bilingual (Spanish/English) therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in supporting clients with special needs, emotional challenges, trauma, and complex family dynamics.She holds a PhD and a PsyD in Clinical Psychology & Forensics, and is also a Certified School Counselor (CSC), CFMHE, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), and Certified Equine Interaction Professional in Mental Health (CEIP-MH).Her training includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and trauma-focused approach
Dr. Peña-Cabana is a licensed bilingual (Spanish/English) therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in supporting clients with special needs, emotional challenges, trauma, and complex family dynamics.She holds a PhD and a PsyD in Clinical Psychology & Forensics, and is also a Certified School Counselor (CSC), CFMHE, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), and Certified Equine Interaction Professional in Mental Health (CEIP-MH).Her training includes CBT, DBT, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and trauma-focused approach
Dr. Boland has a general psychotherapy practice treating children, adolescents and adults . He has been in private practice since 1988 and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Family Psychotherapy. Dr. Boland graduated Summa Cum Laude (top 2%) from the University of Northern Colorado in 1981 and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 1987. He completed his psychology internship at the Medical College of Georgia and his postdoctoral supervision at G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital in Columbia, SC. He is licensed in South Carolina as a clinical psychologist.
Dr. Boland has a general psychotherapy practice treating children, adolescents and adults . He has been in private practice since 1988 and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Family Psychotherapy. Dr. Boland graduated Summa Cum Laude (top 2%) from the University of Northern Colorado in 1981 and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 1987. He completed his psychology internship at the Medical College of Georgia and his postdoctoral supervision at G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital in Columbia, SC. He is licensed in South Carolina as a clinical psychologist.
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
I'm Saquia! As your therapist, it is my goal to see you become a better version of yourself. It is my belief that life's experiences teach us things about the world that may no longer be the most helpful or true today, even if they were true at the time in our past. When we don't adapt and remain flexible, we find ourselves in a web of mistaken beliefs, thinking errors, and unresolved life problems. As a result, it becomes too hard to find our way and manage life's challenges in the here-and-now. I love to be present when my clients find a new way and authentically experience change.
I'm Saquia! As your therapist, it is my goal to see you become a better version of yourself. It is my belief that life's experiences teach us things about the world that may no longer be the most helpful or true today, even if they were true at the time in our past. When we don't adapt and remain flexible, we find ourselves in a web of mistaken beliefs, thinking errors, and unresolved life problems. As a result, it becomes too hard to find our way and manage life's challenges in the here-and-now. I love to be present when my clients find a new way and authentically experience change.
My ideal client lives in South Carolina and needs a telehealth mental health evaluation, immigration evaluation, court-approved psychological evaluation, nexus letter, or bariatric evaluation. Immigration evals I offer include hardship waiver, T-visa, U-visa, and VAWA. I can meet with you the same day in many instances and get your evaluation done quickly!
My ideal client lives in South Carolina and needs a telehealth mental health evaluation, immigration evaluation, court-approved psychological evaluation, nexus letter, or bariatric evaluation. Immigration evals I offer include hardship waiver, T-visa, U-visa, and VAWA. I can meet with you the same day in many instances and get your evaluation done quickly!
I provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, families, and adults, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, behavioral difficulties, identity issues, and family dynamics. My primary goal is to collaborate with individuals and their families to improve their overall well-being and cope with life’s stressors. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the most effective treatment for depression and anxiety, aiming to help individuals change distorted thoughts and modify disruptive behaviors. Additionally, I utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, families, and adults, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, behavioral difficulties, identity issues, and family dynamics. My primary goal is to collaborate with individuals and their families to improve their overall well-being and cope with life’s stressors. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the most effective treatment for depression and anxiety, aiming to help individuals change distorted thoughts and modify disruptive behaviors. Additionally, I utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Have you found yourself wondering if the life you're living matches the dreams you had while growing up? Were you on track to creating the future you imagined, only to be blindsided by life's unexpected challenges? Do overwhelming emotions arise at the worst times, creating tension in your relationships? Or perhaps you struggle to feel comfortable and confident in social settings, held back by past traumas that confine you to your "safe place." If any of this resonates, know there is hope—and a path forward.
Have you found yourself wondering if the life you're living matches the dreams you had while growing up? Were you on track to creating the future you imagined, only to be blindsided by life's unexpected challenges? Do overwhelming emotions arise at the worst times, creating tension in your relationships? Or perhaps you struggle to feel comfortable and confident in social settings, held back by past traumas that confine you to your "safe place." If any of this resonates, know there is hope—and a path forward.
My goal is to help you achieve your personal counseling and wellness goals.
You may be experiencing anger, depression, anxiety, and irritability and I can help you identify solutions that will help you move forward. I assist persons going through relationship issues, anger, divorce, separation, substance issues, job changes, grief, trauma, and blended family issues.
I focus on helping men, women, and couples.
My goal is to help you achieve your personal counseling and wellness goals.
You may be experiencing anger, depression, anxiety, and irritability and I can help you identify solutions that will help you move forward. I assist persons going through relationship issues, anger, divorce, separation, substance issues, job changes, grief, trauma, and blended family issues.
I focus on helping men, women, and couples.
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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.