Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Austin, TX
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Katey Villalon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IRT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with couples, families and individuals, to improve communication and reduce conflict in their relationships. Certified as an IMAGO Relationship Therapist and trained in PACT, as well as in Family Systems, I help clients to create secure attachment as adults. My services may be especially helpful if you find yourself stuck in an unbalanced partnership with someone who is toxic or
narcissistic
. Additionally, I work with clients navigating difficult life changes, that might include separation, divorce, infidelity, illness, aging, regrets, retirement and/or the passing of a loved one. Life can be difficult, and therapy can help.
Courtney Loyola Onyx Counseling & Wellness Ctr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in
narcissistic
abuse recovery, complex trauma and dissociation. Are tired of the same toxic relationships? Are you are ready to heal from your trauma and not repeat the past? Maybe, you can no longer trust your intuition to determine who is good for you and who isn't? You feel like no matter what you do, you can't seem to get away from toxic relationships, friendships or experiencing yet another trauma. You are struggling to cope with the trauma caused by the relationship. Friends and family don't understand and you feel alone. You are ready to heal and make sure you never find yourself in this position again.
Not accepting new clients
Kellen Von Houser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with adult survivors of
narcissistic
, borderline, or antisocial (psychopathic) parents. I also work with people struggling with partners who have these disorders. As a result of this work, I am also skilled in working with trauma. I can help you learn to live without fear, understand your emotions better, and manage your trauma symptoms instead of the managing you. Life is too short to live in fear, to be continually overwhelmed by your emotions, or to be stuck in toxic relationships. I can help you find your way out.
Better Path Family Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, Mrs, Tina, Rix, LMFT-S
Verified
Verified
The clinic focuses on deep-rooted healing from
Narcissistic
Abuse, Childhood Trauma, Scapegoated Child, Smear Campaigns (slander, deformation of character), PTSD, CPTSD, Toxic Shame, People Pleasing, Self Love Deficit, Heal from Bullying, Low Self Esteem, and Anxiety.
Hello, It's nice to meet you! I am a Sr. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I specialize in Children, Teen, and Adult Survivors of
Narcissistic
, Borderline, and Antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality-disordered parents. I also treat clients with partners, siblings, work colleagues, and community leaders who exhibit a high amount of characteristics of
narcissistic
, borderline, histrionic, or antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality disorder traits. I also have a new music album titled, "No Looking Back," which focuses on healing from Complex Trauma and
Narcissistic
Abuse.
Dusty L Humes, Ph.D., Clinical & Forensic Svcs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from
narcissistic
abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
Marina Litinsky
Counselor, LPC, MEd, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I'm an experienced therapist helping clients cope with childhood trauma and those entrapped in the cycle of mentally and emotionally abusive, manipulative relationships that destroy their sense of worth, safety and sanity. Clients reach out after years of unsuccessfully trying to satisfy their partners or family members and wonder if their loved one is
Narcissistic
or Borderline. They feel perpetually exhausted, anxious, numb, frazzled, confused, guilty, hopeless, ashamed, inadequate, emotionally unfulfilled, frustrated, walking on eggshells. They may habitually self sacrifice and prioritize others’ needs, yet feel like a failure.
Kim R Masoni
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have also helped many people heal from
narcissistic
abusive relationships, sexual assault, anxiety and depression.
I do not shy away from clients who are truly frustrated with life and not sure how to continue on the journey alone. This planet is a tough one to be on right now and a therapeutic relationship can be a saving grace. No matter what the issue, I help clients tap into their own intuition as well as my professional insight to move matters forward. I typically explore body-mind constructs and stay curious about how the concept of energy plays into every day life. I believe trauma is a predecessor to many mental health issues, so I'm always focused on creating a safe place to explore healing the mind and body.
Magnolia Counseling PLLC
LPC-Associate, MEd, LCDC, EMDR, Trained
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am experienced in helping my clients with
narcissistic
parent abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, after-divorce problems, anxiety disorders, depression, gender identity, religious trauma, adjustment, self-esteem, communication, and relationship issues among many other problems.
Thank you for stopping by my profile. I believe that all humans are born with unique strengths and have the power hidden inside us to live life to its fullest. I am here to facilitate you in the process of unleashing your power to reach your potential in your life. I believe you are the person who is in complete control and in charge of your life and your goals. My counseling practice is directed by the Person-Centered approach, Cognitive Behavior Theory (CBT), and EMDR; I use other theories as needed, like trauma-focused CBT, DBT, Narrative, and alternative therapies. I provide a non-judgemental safe space for my clients to heal.
Sara Sloan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, MFA
Verified
Verified
I believe relationships define each of us and form the foundation for our life. I work from a systemic perspective with couples, individuals, and families to create relationships that define not only who we are, but also who we desire to become. I help clients with their relationships, intimacy, connection, communication, and sexual compatibility. I work with a lot of women who have suffered from
Narcissistic
abuse in relationships and family of origin. I also help those who are confused in their current relationships. I enjoy helping women who have autoimmune disease and cancer redefine their sexuality, relationships and desire.
Private Couple Retreat Program
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MEd, MA
Verified
Verified
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Or, individuals, adult child-parent, adult siblings, work partners. Love-Sex-Trust approach. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment,
narcissistic
abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. lovesextrustproductions.com.
Tiffany Bays
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
Tiffany believes therapy is not a one size fits all and that different approaches or modalities may work for a client or situation and not another. Her therapeutic interests include trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, personality disorders, relationships,
Narcissistic
Personality Abuse Awareness. She has a passion for helping others discover issues related to self worth, coping skills, boundaries, communication, shame, and assist the client in developing the tools necessary to improve such issues.
Private Couple Retreat Program
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Or, individuals, adult child-parent, adult siblings, work partners. Love-Sex-Trust approach. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment,
narcissistic
abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. lovesextrustproductions.com.
Marnie Boyd
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
It takes courage to reach out for support and help in making change in your life and if you are here looking for a therapist to build a relationship and work with you through life's challenges, I would be happy to work with you through your journey. I have experience in helping clients with trauma, relationship challenges, grief, loss & anxiety and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Restoration House Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSC, MEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
Lee Andrew Edwards
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Please note that all my sessions are now via video. I think therapy is about change. Sometimes the change is simply accepting yourself more. Sometimes it's changing your situation. A lot of times it's changing how you work with your situation, such as relationships, finances or your own emotions. I love to work with clients who are hungry for change. Together we can figure out HOW to get you that change. Like most therapists, I enjoy working on relationship issues. I probably enjoy more than most working on how to deal with your emotions (how can I best handle my anger? vulnerability?) and on self-acceptance.
Waitlist for new clients
Rebecca Huston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
Please EMAIL me regarding availability/waitlist. Anxiety. Fear. Uncertainty. Have life events caused you to lose sight of who you wish to be? Are you struggling with career, relationship, communication issues, identity, chronic illness or chronic pain? Do you feel you are not 'in step', 'grounded', 'good enough' or 'walking on eggshells'? Gaining perspective can be a powerful tool in examining your own situation. I utilize a direct, holistic approach encompassing mind, body and spirit. Many of my clients seek help with trauma, past abuse, transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic illness, chronic pain or relational concerns.
Rhonda Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Rhonda Griffin, LPC has been a counselor for 23 years. She has a master's in Applied Behavioral Science from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. She has taught counseling and supervised intern graduate students. Rhonda engages easily with compassion and a warm sense of humor. A harmonious blend of west coast perspective with Texan common sense. She brings practical skills and knowledge to her clients for problem solving using various modalities. A Systemic Family practitioner, she also uses Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectic Behavioral, Jungian, and Emotion Focused Therapy. Rhonda is currently accepting new clients
Maria Wesley Pinion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with sexual behaviors you've promised yourself you'll stop? Has your porn use become a source of frequent fighting in your marriage? Is your spouse's porn use or sexual betrayal threatening your marriage? I offer counseling in a safe confidential environment to those struggling with Porn or Sex Addiction, their Partners as well as Trauma Survivors. Most struggling with Sex Addiction or Infidelity want to love each other and learn how to return to connection and intimacy. As a CSAT, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, I am uniquely qualified to treat porn/sex addiction as well as partners of sex addiction.
Seja Rachael
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
For three decades I have been meeting with individuals, couples and groups to generate the process of healing restorative change. Relationally dynamic, I learn of you, with you. This process is ever changing and yet maintains a reliable constancy. It's compelling to be part of a process in which people, even after great hurt and disappointment, can safely access their vulnerability and regain courage. In time this enables them to become intimate with themselves and those they love, and pursue their own dreams. I'm receptive to the diversity of our human experience, have expertise with LGBTQIA and invested in decolonizing therapy.
Charlotte Morrow Mcclure
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified
Verified
You may be wanting to understand how life choices contribute to your feelings day to day. Imago Relationship Therapy and Gottman Relationship Therapy can often offer new possibilities for your relationship. Ego State understanding of varied responses you may have to the same issue may be improved. Brene Brown's life view information is useful, too.Trauma and other difficult experiences can be improved with EMDR and Trauma Resource Model. Learning various relaxation techniques such as EFT and Heartmath can be helpful. And, new info on the neurobiology of the brain can expand your self understanding.
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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.