Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Tennessee
I also have experience around relational conflict as well as working with those affected by others with Narcissistic or Borderline Personality Disorder.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
I also have experience around relational conflict as well as working with those affected by others with Narcissistic or Borderline Personality Disorder.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
Whether you're a first responder carrying the weight of what you've seen, a survivor of narcissistic abuse trying to reclaim your sense of self, or a couple navigating the devastation of infidelity, you belong here.
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach combining EMDR, somatic therapy, and faith-based perspectives to help you heal at every level — mind, body, and spirit. Specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery, first responder trauma, and couples healing from infidelity, I meet you where you are and walk alongside you toward lasting change.
Whether you're a first responder carrying the weight of what you've seen, a survivor of narcissistic abuse trying to reclaim your sense of self, or a couple navigating the devastation of infidelity, you belong here.
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach combining EMDR, somatic therapy, and faith-based perspectives to help you heal at every level — mind, body, and spirit. Specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery, first responder trauma, and couples healing from infidelity, I meet you where you are and walk alongside you toward lasting change.
Katy is certified in treatment from narcissistic abuse and antagonistic relationships.
Katy (she/her) is clinician with experience working with individuals in different stages of life with a wide variety of clinical concerns. She uses a person-centered approach to her work, combining holistic and mindfulness-based techniques.
Katy is certified in treatment from narcissistic abuse and antagonistic relationships.
Katy (she/her) is clinician with experience working with individuals in different stages of life with a wide variety of clinical concerns. She uses a person-centered approach to her work, combining holistic and mindfulness-based techniques.
Nicole Franco - Narcissistic Abuse Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in narcissistic abuse and complex trauma.
Serving TN, NC, and GA. You've been in a cycle of toxic relationships that make you feel crazy and not good enough. You wonder, "am I the narcissist?" Maybe you've tried to set boundaries with a parent, but still feel misunderstood, criticized, or invalidated. You believe your childhood was difficult but then rationalize that it "wasn't that bad." You won't call it trauma or abuse but then what was it?
I specialize in narcissistic abuse and complex trauma.
Serving TN, NC, and GA. You've been in a cycle of toxic relationships that make you feel crazy and not good enough. You wonder, "am I the narcissist?" Maybe you've tried to set boundaries with a parent, but still feel misunderstood, criticized, or invalidated. You believe your childhood was difficult but then rationalize that it "wasn't that bad." You won't call it trauma or abuse but then what was it?
I work with individuals and partners navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship distress - including those impacted by loved ones with high narcissistic traits.
If you’re longing for meaningful change in how you see yourself and connect with others, you’re not alone. You may hold yourself to high standards, struggle to feel satisfied, or feel stuck despite your efforts. Early criticism or unrealistic expectations can leave a harsh inner voice that’s hard to quiet. Coping habits that once helped may now feel limiting. Therapy offers a compassionate space to understand these patterns, build self-trust, and move toward greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
I work with individuals and partners navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship distress - including those impacted by loved ones with high narcissistic traits.
If you’re longing for meaningful change in how you see yourself and connect with others, you’re not alone. You may hold yourself to high standards, struggle to feel satisfied, or feel stuck despite your efforts. Early criticism or unrealistic expectations can leave a harsh inner voice that’s hard to quiet. Coping habits that once helped may now feel limiting. Therapy offers a compassionate space to understand these patterns, build self-trust, and move toward greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
I have a special interest in narcissistic personality traits and managing challenging family dynamics.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict & Relationships
My clients are adults, couples, and professionals seeking real change — not just symptom management. They come to therapy navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship issues, infertility,and major life transitions. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience and advanced training from UCLA, with a personalized approach. Blending cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and solution-focused strategies tailored to your unique goals.
I have a special interest in narcissistic personality traits and managing challenging family dynamics.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict & Relationships
My clients are adults, couples, and professionals seeking real change — not just symptom management. They come to therapy navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship issues, infertility,and major life transitions. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience and advanced training from UCLA, with a personalized approach. Blending cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and solution-focused strategies tailored to your unique goals.
In my 49 years of practice as a psychologist, in Tennessee, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and New Hampshire, I have had the honor and privilege of working with so many patients on their paths of exploration, personal growth, and healing. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic, existential, and Buddhist theories, with a focus on integrating mindfulness and compassion with self and others. It is my belief that the quality of the psychotherapy relationship between therapist and patient is the principal healing force in treatment. Thus, I do my best to form a good and ethical therapeutic relationship with each of my patients.
In my 49 years of practice as a psychologist, in Tennessee, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and New Hampshire, I have had the honor and privilege of working with so many patients on their paths of exploration, personal growth, and healing. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic, existential, and Buddhist theories, with a focus on integrating mindfulness and compassion with self and others. It is my belief that the quality of the psychotherapy relationship between therapist and patient is the principal healing force in treatment. Thus, I do my best to form a good and ethical therapeutic relationship with each of my patients.
Maybe you're recovering from narcissistic or emotional abuse, navigating a difficult partnership, or facing a major life transition.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse, supporting women through life transitions, and working with couples to improve communication and connection. My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-driven, blending CBT, mindfulness, and relational tools to help you reclaim confidence and clarity.
Maybe you're recovering from narcissistic or emotional abuse, navigating a difficult partnership, or facing a major life transition.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse, supporting women through life transitions, and working with couples to improve communication and connection. My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-driven, blending CBT, mindfulness, and relational tools to help you reclaim confidence and clarity.
I am currently in an online intensive to become a Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician.
I specialize in working with clients who are ready to heal from all types of trauma, including emotional, physical, sexual, religious, etc, and addressing any negative core beliefs or core wounds that have been holding them back from handling this life in a healthier capacity. I look forward to working with those who are LGBTQIA+ and their families as an ally and protective mama bear myself. I have experience working with individuals or families of children/youth who have engaged in or been impacted by sexual abuse or problematic sexual behaviors, especially within the same family, and need to find a place of hope.
I am currently in an online intensive to become a Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician.
I specialize in working with clients who are ready to heal from all types of trauma, including emotional, physical, sexual, religious, etc, and addressing any negative core beliefs or core wounds that have been holding them back from handling this life in a healthier capacity. I look forward to working with those who are LGBTQIA+ and their families as an ally and protective mama bear myself. I have experience working with individuals or families of children/youth who have engaged in or been impacted by sexual abuse or problematic sexual behaviors, especially within the same family, and need to find a place of hope.
I also have extensive experience around relational conflict as well as with working with those affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.
I am currently accepting a limited number of new clients living in Tennessee, Florida, Arizona, and Wisconsin for weekday daytime telehealth appointments.
My mission is for each client to find their true self and voice and see that so many of our negative storylines and scripts are just programming we have picked up throughout our lives. My heart is to follow each client's lead on where he or she needs to go versus my own agenda and/or preferences. I believe that it is in allowing space for our experiences of our full humanity that we realize that at our most fundamental level our essence is actually good and true.
I also have extensive experience around relational conflict as well as with working with those affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.
I am currently accepting a limited number of new clients living in Tennessee, Florida, Arizona, and Wisconsin for weekday daytime telehealth appointments.
My mission is for each client to find their true self and voice and see that so many of our negative storylines and scripts are just programming we have picked up throughout our lives. My heart is to follow each client's lead on where he or she needs to go versus my own agenda and/or preferences. I believe that it is in allowing space for our experiences of our full humanity that we realize that at our most fundamental level our essence is actually good and true.
Jessica Lee Ann Blackwell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, LPC, MHSP
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I work with people ages 10 and up and have a special interest in supporting those who have been in relationship with people who have narcissistic traits; additionally, I am trained in EMDR.
I received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University in 2023. I am also a professional violinist; I have a deep understanding around the pressures of an intense job and pursuing a 2nd career, as well as the unique challenges musicians face. I will support you in self-understanding, skill-building, and healing.
I work with people ages 10 and up and have a special interest in supporting those who have been in relationship with people who have narcissistic traits; additionally, I am trained in EMDR.
I received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University in 2023. I am also a professional violinist; I have a deep understanding around the pressures of an intense job and pursuing a 2nd career, as well as the unique challenges musicians face. I will support you in self-understanding, skill-building, and healing.
Many clients find me after going through a narcissistic relationship, narcissistic abuse, or ongoing stressors that have left them questioning their judgement and value.
As a specialist in narcissistic abuse and complex emotional issues, I use traum-informed therapy with blends of CBT, DBT, and other modalities to help you gain insight on your experiences and develop new ways to process them. Together, we’ll also being regulating your emotions, challenging thoughts that don't serve you, and building on your personal agency.
Many clients find me after going through a narcissistic relationship, narcissistic abuse, or ongoing stressors that have left them questioning their judgement and value.
As a specialist in narcissistic abuse and complex emotional issues, I use traum-informed therapy with blends of CBT, DBT, and other modalities to help you gain insight on your experiences and develop new ways to process them. Together, we’ll also being regulating your emotions, challenging thoughts that don't serve you, and building on your personal agency.
Chelsey Brooke Cole - Narcissistic Abuse
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, MHSP, CPTT, RPT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, complex trauma, and helping betrayed partners of sex/porn addicts.
Have you tried everything to improve your relationship and it's still not enough? Do you feel stuck replaying situations over and over again in your head, which leads you to question yourself or feel like you're "going crazy?" I know what it's like to be drowning in self-doubt, rumination, and guilt. Although it might feel impossible to see right now, there is a way out. A way to finally trust yourself again, even when you're not sure why you feel the way you do. You just have to take the first step! I can help.
I specialize in narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, complex trauma, and helping betrayed partners of sex/porn addicts.
Have you tried everything to improve your relationship and it's still not enough? Do you feel stuck replaying situations over and over again in your head, which leads you to question yourself or feel like you're "going crazy?" I know what it's like to be drowning in self-doubt, rumination, and guilt. Although it might feel impossible to see right now, there is a way out. A way to finally trust yourself again, even when you're not sure why you feel the way you do. You just have to take the first step! I can help.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I work with adults, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns they can’t quite break—whether that’s the impact of narcissistic abuse, ADHD, divorce, or ongoing relationship tension that keeps repeating itself.
Heather helps individuals affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder navigate work, family, and relationships. She supports clients in reclaiming control, setting boundaries, rebuilding confidence, and creating a life that feels safe, balanced, and truly thriving.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I work with adults, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns they can’t quite break—whether that’s the impact of narcissistic abuse, ADHD, divorce, or ongoing relationship tension that keeps repeating itself.
Heather helps individuals affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder navigate work, family, and relationships. She supports clients in reclaiming control, setting boundaries, rebuilding confidence, and creating a life that feels safe, balanced, and truly thriving.
I specialize in treating adults recovering from relationships with personality disordered people (Borderline PD and Narcissistic PD), complex trauma recovery, adults with AuDHD and those who seek transformation.
I am an EMDR II practitioner and often pair this methodology with traditional talk therapy and Master level Reiki. EMDR allows you to process through trauma or grief, or get to the bottom of depression or anxiety in a much shorter time frame than talk therapy alone. Reiki shortens the length of time in therapy overall and softens the hard bits along the way.
I specialize in treating adults recovering from relationships with personality disordered people (Borderline PD and Narcissistic PD), complex trauma recovery, adults with AuDHD and those who seek transformation.
I am an EMDR II practitioner and often pair this methodology with traditional talk therapy and Master level Reiki. EMDR allows you to process through trauma or grief, or get to the bottom of depression or anxiety in a much shorter time frame than talk therapy alone. Reiki shortens the length of time in therapy overall and softens the hard bits along the way.
Are you feeling stuck in a difficult relationship, overwhelmed by a major decision, or stretched thin by pressure at home or work? I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship conflict, marital stress, parenting issues, parent-child relationship challenges, divorce, separation, co-parenting, family court stress, workplace tension, and difficult family dynamics. These struggles can leave you feeling exhausted, unheard, or unsure what to do next. My goal is to help you sort through the noise, strengthen communication, and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and peace.
Are you feeling stuck in a difficult relationship, overwhelmed by a major decision, or stretched thin by pressure at home or work? I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship conflict, marital stress, parenting issues, parent-child relationship challenges, divorce, separation, co-parenting, family court stress, workplace tension, and difficult family dynamics. These struggles can leave you feeling exhausted, unheard, or unsure what to do next. My goal is to help you sort through the noise, strengthen communication, and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and peace.
Trauma has a way of rendering us powerless by making us believe lies about ourselves. We begin to live small and feel as if we have no voice. Trauma is not just in the mind, but also accumulated in the body. My desire is to help clients not only heal their hearts, but restore health and healing to the mind and body as well. I am a licensed master social worker with a masters in pastoral counseling. I am also certified in trauma sensitive yoga and health coaching. I have a diploma in nutrition. I believe all three aspects of a person should be integrated for optimal healing to take place - body, soul, spirit.
Trauma has a way of rendering us powerless by making us believe lies about ourselves. We begin to live small and feel as if we have no voice. Trauma is not just in the mind, but also accumulated in the body. My desire is to help clients not only heal their hearts, but restore health and healing to the mind and body as well. I am a licensed master social worker with a masters in pastoral counseling. I am also certified in trauma sensitive yoga and health coaching. I have a diploma in nutrition. I believe all three aspects of a person should be integrated for optimal healing to take place - body, soul, spirit.
For the past fifteen years, I have concentrated primarily on clients who have experienced emotional abuse from having been involved with a person who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
If you have lost yourself due to being involved in a toxic relationship, you may have lost sight of who you really are and what you really need for happiness and health. I assist clients to identify the nature of the toxicity in the dysfunctional relationship that has created a life of chaos . I help clients find ways to regain peace of mind and happiness.
For the past fifteen years, I have concentrated primarily on clients who have experienced emotional abuse from having been involved with a person who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
If you have lost yourself due to being involved in a toxic relationship, you may have lost sight of who you really are and what you really need for happiness and health. I assist clients to identify the nature of the toxicity in the dysfunctional relationship that has created a life of chaos . I help clients find ways to regain peace of mind and happiness.
You're navigating the pain of trauma, divorce, narcissistic abuse, or a major life transition—and it’s left you feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating divorce, narcissistic abuse, and life transitions—challenges that often bring anxiety and depression. Clients come to me for a warm, compassionate space paired with effective trauma treatment. Together, we process your story, build resilience, and move toward lasting healing and meaningful connection.
You're navigating the pain of trauma, divorce, narcissistic abuse, or a major life transition—and it’s left you feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating divorce, narcissistic abuse, and life transitions—challenges that often bring anxiety and depression. Clients come to me for a warm, compassionate space paired with effective trauma treatment. Together, we process your story, build resilience, and move toward lasting healing and meaningful connection.
I specialize in working with: 1) couples struggling with communication and conflict resolution 2) professionals wanting more (i.e. income/raise, promotion, work-life balance) from work 3) addicts (sex, alcohol, narcotics) wanting freedom 4) narcissistic men wanting help in relationships or 'survivors' of narcissistic relationships seeking recovery 5) anyone wanting to grow their emotional communication and increase their interpersonal availability.
Therapy is an extension of an individual's journey through pain, suffering, loss, and confusion. Together the client and I create clear goals, process feelings and wants/needs, and meet weekly for a period of time. My therapeutic approach is interpersonal and existential.
I specialize in working with: 1) couples struggling with communication and conflict resolution 2) professionals wanting more (i.e. income/raise, promotion, work-life balance) from work 3) addicts (sex, alcohol, narcotics) wanting freedom 4) narcissistic men wanting help in relationships or 'survivors' of narcissistic relationships seeking recovery 5) anyone wanting to grow their emotional communication and increase their interpersonal availability.
Therapy is an extension of an individual's journey through pain, suffering, loss, and confusion. Together the client and I create clear goals, process feelings and wants/needs, and meet weekly for a period of time. My therapeutic approach is interpersonal and existential.
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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.