Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Mercer Island, WA
My approach to therapy is integrative in the truest sense: I work from established, evidence-based therapies, maintaining their fidelity while combining and adapting them to the individual sitting in front of me. Rather than fitting people into pre-set models or offering vague support, I collaborate with clients to understand how their inner world operates, how it shapes their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices. My work is grounded in cognitive, behavioral, and psychodynamic theories and interventions. This approach allows therapy to remain both meaningful and practical.
My approach to therapy is integrative in the truest sense: I work from established, evidence-based therapies, maintaining their fidelity while combining and adapting them to the individual sitting in front of me. Rather than fitting people into pre-set models or offering vague support, I collaborate with clients to understand how their inner world operates, how it shapes their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices. My work is grounded in cognitive, behavioral, and psychodynamic theories and interventions. This approach allows therapy to remain both meaningful and practical.
Therapy is a space to come home to yourself. Together, we will create a safe and compassionate place to breathe as we listen to what your heart and body are trying to say. In the quiet of that listening, new understanding begins to unfold. Old pain softens, self-trust returns, and you start to feel more alive, connected, and whole. My work is to walk beside you as you rediscover the deeper rhythm of your own healing.
Therapy is a space to come home to yourself. Together, we will create a safe and compassionate place to breathe as we listen to what your heart and body are trying to say. In the quiet of that listening, new understanding begins to unfold. Old pain softens, self-trust returns, and you start to feel more alive, connected, and whole. My work is to walk beside you as you rediscover the deeper rhythm of your own healing.
IFS therapist - Do you feel like you’ve spent years caring for everyone else—only to realize you’ve slowly lost yourself in the process? If you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure what you need anymore, you’re not alone. I help women who feel invisible in their relationships reconnect with their inner worth, rebuild a sense of calm in their bodies, and learn to care for themselves with the same compassion they give to others. Through Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trauma-informed therapy, we create space for the parts of you that are tired, numb, or overworked to finally be heard—so you can feel grounded, clear, and whole again.
IFS therapist - Do you feel like you’ve spent years caring for everyone else—only to realize you’ve slowly lost yourself in the process? If you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure what you need anymore, you’re not alone. I help women who feel invisible in their relationships reconnect with their inner worth, rebuild a sense of calm in their bodies, and learn to care for themselves with the same compassion they give to others. Through Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trauma-informed therapy, we create space for the parts of you that are tired, numb, or overworked to finally be heard—so you can feel grounded, clear, and whole again.
Additional trainings include Narcissistic Abuse & Gaslighting Treatment Course.
Welcome. I offer Therapy for Healing from Complicated Pasts, Presents and Relationships. I help people with the difficult events and relationships in their lives: issues from childhood that are holding you back, a current difficulty with a partner or spouse, a divorce, or a trauma you don't want to carry alone anymore. You don't have to recount the worst things that have happened to you for therapy to work. We will start with where you want to be, how you want to feel and make a plan from there.
Additional trainings include Narcissistic Abuse & Gaslighting Treatment Course.
Welcome. I offer Therapy for Healing from Complicated Pasts, Presents and Relationships. I help people with the difficult events and relationships in their lives: issues from childhood that are holding you back, a current difficulty with a partner or spouse, a divorce, or a trauma you don't want to carry alone anymore. You don't have to recount the worst things that have happened to you for therapy to work. We will start with where you want to be, how you want to feel and make a plan from there.
I'm Hannah and I specialize in supporting adult daughters of narcissistic & emotionally immature mothers through their grief, rage, confusion, and build their lives back up again.
If you're an adult daughter who feels like she's never measuring up no matter what she does, this might be for you. Many of the women who reach out to me are coming to terms with their relationship with their mothers who are critical, demanding, and in a constant state of victimhood. Your story may sound similar. You know the pain of constantly trying and still being besieged by guilt, like you can't ever get it right. The frustrating part is that your mom will never understand the role she has played in how you relate to yourself, nor will she ever apologize for it.
I'm Hannah and I specialize in supporting adult daughters of narcissistic & emotionally immature mothers through their grief, rage, confusion, and build their lives back up again.
If you're an adult daughter who feels like she's never measuring up no matter what she does, this might be for you. Many of the women who reach out to me are coming to terms with their relationship with their mothers who are critical, demanding, and in a constant state of victimhood. Your story may sound similar. You know the pain of constantly trying and still being besieged by guilt, like you can't ever get it right. The frustrating part is that your mom will never understand the role she has played in how you relate to yourself, nor will she ever apologize for it.
In a stressful world, we’ll help you find healing, clarity and confidence. We provide therapy and psychological assessment for children, adolescents, young adults, couples and families. We believe that a foundation of our therapy is the relationship with our trusted and trained therapists who can help you deal with the causes of distress and help you acquire the skills to cope more successfully in the future.
In a stressful world, we’ll help you find healing, clarity and confidence. We provide therapy and psychological assessment for children, adolescents, young adults, couples and families. We believe that a foundation of our therapy is the relationship with our trusted and trained therapists who can help you deal with the causes of distress and help you acquire the skills to cope more successfully in the future.
Hi! I use a very honest, warm and strength based approach with my clients. I invite my clients to build on both internal and external strengths. I also encourage open and honest conversations, to support my clients while tapping into those feelings both in the past and now. My approach is collaborative, and my goal is to play a part in helping you improve all aspects of your life whether in relationships or difficult circumstances.
Hi! I use a very honest, warm and strength based approach with my clients. I invite my clients to build on both internal and external strengths. I also encourage open and honest conversations, to support my clients while tapping into those feelings both in the past and now. My approach is collaborative, and my goal is to play a part in helping you improve all aspects of your life whether in relationships or difficult circumstances.
Hello! Embarking on a course of therapy can feel incredibly vulnerable. The demands placed on your time, energy, trust and finances are significant. On top of that, many people come to therapy after having already experienced a variety of invalidating interactions when attempting to open up to others. For that reason, I am particularly sensitive to the importance of hearing your story with curiosity, empathy, open-mindedness and humility. Therapy works best when you are in the driver’s seat and my role is to support your agency by guiding you towards making the healthiest choices possible based on YOUR identity, values, and needs.
Hello! Embarking on a course of therapy can feel incredibly vulnerable. The demands placed on your time, energy, trust and finances are significant. On top of that, many people come to therapy after having already experienced a variety of invalidating interactions when attempting to open up to others. For that reason, I am particularly sensitive to the importance of hearing your story with curiosity, empathy, open-mindedness and humility. Therapy works best when you are in the driver’s seat and my role is to support your agency by guiding you towards making the healthiest choices possible based on YOUR identity, values, and needs.
Oftentimes we get "lost" when navigating through this life and trying to make the most of it. With well over a decade of experience, my purpose is to support and guide you with expert knowledge, professional training, and real-life experience. I work with couples and clients individually. Specializing in the areas of ADHD, Attachment Theory, codependency, anger, reactivity/emotion regulation, and relationship complications. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is foundational to my practice with both individuals and couples. Existential Psychology with a Psychodynamic influence is my broader therapeutic lens.
Oftentimes we get "lost" when navigating through this life and trying to make the most of it. With well over a decade of experience, my purpose is to support and guide you with expert knowledge, professional training, and real-life experience. I work with couples and clients individually. Specializing in the areas of ADHD, Attachment Theory, codependency, anger, reactivity/emotion regulation, and relationship complications. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is foundational to my practice with both individuals and couples. Existential Psychology with a Psychodynamic influence is my broader therapeutic lens.
Gaining awareness of your suffering is an important first step. You may have noticed relationship complications, a harsh inner critic, the pangs of anxiety, or the ripples of trauma. As seductive as a quick-fix sounds, you desire a more durable and lasting understanding of yourself; one that provides a deep and complex sense of who you are, how you work, and what matters. What you want is an increased capacity for insight to make more informed decisions about your life and address core challenges.
Together we can expand your awareness of self and unearth the roots of your suffering creating possibility around your suffering.
Gaining awareness of your suffering is an important first step. You may have noticed relationship complications, a harsh inner critic, the pangs of anxiety, or the ripples of trauma. As seductive as a quick-fix sounds, you desire a more durable and lasting understanding of yourself; one that provides a deep and complex sense of who you are, how you work, and what matters. What you want is an increased capacity for insight to make more informed decisions about your life and address core challenges.
Together we can expand your awareness of self and unearth the roots of your suffering creating possibility around your suffering.
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationships, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationships, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
It you're reading this then you're taking the first step to getting help with how you're living your life. I find that most people who seek therapy are struggling with some pain or conflict they cannot overcome with the skills and support currently present in their lives. Talking to a trained professional about your troubles can bring relief and help you to make changes. I work with individuals and couples to help them overcome obstacles in their lives such as unrealized potential, feelings of being overwhelmed or hopeless, relationship troubles, constant stress, and self-destructive behaviors.
It you're reading this then you're taking the first step to getting help with how you're living your life. I find that most people who seek therapy are struggling with some pain or conflict they cannot overcome with the skills and support currently present in their lives. Talking to a trained professional about your troubles can bring relief and help you to make changes. I work with individuals and couples to help them overcome obstacles in their lives such as unrealized potential, feelings of being overwhelmed or hopeless, relationship troubles, constant stress, and self-destructive behaviors.
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Christine Kay Cuhaciyan
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
5 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98208
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with women's issues including codependency, recovery from narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, transition to parenthood, and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
Are you currently in a relationship where you're not happy but can't seem to get yourself to leave? Maybe you feel emotionally stuck or confused and have tried leaving only to return to the same unhappy relationship where nothing seems to change. On the other hand, you might feel that you keep entering into relationships in which you are treated poorly but can't figure out why. Perhaps you're dating and finding "the one" seems impossible. You feel sad and disappointed, no one seems to understand, and you don't know what else to do to make things better. I'm here to tell you that things can change and I am here to help!
I specialize in working with women's issues including codependency, recovery from narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, transition to parenthood, and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
Are you currently in a relationship where you're not happy but can't seem to get yourself to leave? Maybe you feel emotionally stuck or confused and have tried leaving only to return to the same unhappy relationship where nothing seems to change. On the other hand, you might feel that you keep entering into relationships in which you are treated poorly but can't figure out why. Perhaps you're dating and finding "the one" seems impossible. You feel sad and disappointed, no one seems to understand, and you don't know what else to do to make things better. I'm here to tell you that things can change and I am here to help!
As it turns out, "just don’t stress” isn’t very helpful, and “adulting” includes everything we should have been taught in grade school.
Most people don't seek therapy because life is going exactly as planned. They come because they’re tired of just surviving and are ready to start living again.
Pain has a way of rewriting the stories we tell ourselves. It can quietly change the way we see ourselves, others, and sometimes even God. But healing lets you write the next chapter by uncovering the person you’ve always been beneath survival mode, people pleasing, fear, stress, and self doubt.
As it turns out, "just don’t stress” isn’t very helpful, and “adulting” includes everything we should have been taught in grade school.
Most people don't seek therapy because life is going exactly as planned. They come because they’re tired of just surviving and are ready to start living again.
Pain has a way of rewriting the stories we tell ourselves. It can quietly change the way we see ourselves, others, and sometimes even God. But healing lets you write the next chapter by uncovering the person you’ve always been beneath survival mode, people pleasing, fear, stress, and self doubt.
We know that a transformation can happen when we want to change for ourselves. We need to believe in ourselves enough to know that a change is possible. I want to help my clients feel better by understanding themselves. I strive to be a therapist who is competent, ethical and compassionate. I have been a clinical social worker since 2002 and I have been grateful to work with families, couples, adults and children. I use humor and warmth to build connection. I use an intersectional lens. I also have a podcast about estrangement. Please schedule time to talk to me if you think we would be a good fit.
We know that a transformation can happen when we want to change for ourselves. We need to believe in ourselves enough to know that a change is possible. I want to help my clients feel better by understanding themselves. I strive to be a therapist who is competent, ethical and compassionate. I have been a clinical social worker since 2002 and I have been grateful to work with families, couples, adults and children. I use humor and warmth to build connection. I use an intersectional lens. I also have a podcast about estrangement. Please schedule time to talk to me if you think we would be a good fit.
I have personal and professional experience in narcissistic abuse recovery.
In an unhealthy relationship? Just coming out of one? Are you still reeling from what you experienced? Questioning what serves you and your highest self? Ruminating? Stuck in analysis paralysis? Struggling to move forward? Struggling to trust others? Trust yourself? Do you experience flashbacks and anger? Even rage? Trying to make sense of it all? Do you find yourself stuck in pain and shame? Do you want to know how to protect yourself from manipulation tactics and illogical arguments meant to gain and maintain control over you? Co-parenting or family difficulties? Need a healing, transformative experience?
I have personal and professional experience in narcissistic abuse recovery.
In an unhealthy relationship? Just coming out of one? Are you still reeling from what you experienced? Questioning what serves you and your highest self? Ruminating? Stuck in analysis paralysis? Struggling to move forward? Struggling to trust others? Trust yourself? Do you experience flashbacks and anger? Even rage? Trying to make sense of it all? Do you find yourself stuck in pain and shame? Do you want to know how to protect yourself from manipulation tactics and illogical arguments meant to gain and maintain control over you? Co-parenting or family difficulties? Need a healing, transformative experience?
Hello I'm Jeffery! I'm the Founder and CEO of Pacific Mental Health. I split my time between supervising, teaching, and providing therapy to a small caseload of clients.
I work with men from a Jungian depth perspective, who struggle with anger management and domestic violence. I also utilize CBT for issues involving unhealthy thought patterns.
Hello I'm Jeffery! I'm the Founder and CEO of Pacific Mental Health. I split my time between supervising, teaching, and providing therapy to a small caseload of clients.
I work with men from a Jungian depth perspective, who struggle with anger management and domestic violence. I also utilize CBT for issues involving unhealthy thought patterns.
Most of my clients are women carrying trauma woven into relationship — a partner's betrayal, a narcissistic parent, a mother who couldn't show up.
Therapy Intensives for High Achieving, Reflective Women Ready to Live with True Autonomy. You're an ambitious woman realizing the patterns that got you here can't take you forward. From the outside, things look impressive. From the inside, you're tired in a way that rest doesn't touch. The "not good enough" whisper never quite leaves. Maybe you're navigating betrayal, the erosion of a relationship, or the long shadow of a mother who couldn't show up. You've done a lot of personal work and still feel stuck between what you understand and feel and how you live.
Most of my clients are women carrying trauma woven into relationship — a partner's betrayal, a narcissistic parent, a mother who couldn't show up.
Therapy Intensives for High Achieving, Reflective Women Ready to Live with True Autonomy. You're an ambitious woman realizing the patterns that got you here can't take you forward. From the outside, things look impressive. From the inside, you're tired in a way that rest doesn't touch. The "not good enough" whisper never quite leaves. Maybe you're navigating betrayal, the erosion of a relationship, or the long shadow of a mother who couldn't show up. You've done a lot of personal work and still feel stuck between what you understand and feel and how you live.
Seeking therapy can be a daunting process, while also being one step toward greater wholeness/healing. Relationship is where we are both wounded and healed. I work with individuals seeking relief from distressing symptoms such as; demanding too much of yourself, finding it hard to trust self, trust your own experience, self-soothing through addictive behaviors, pleasing others at your own expense, anxiety, depression, CPTSD. Our patterns of relating develop early within our first attachments, so our journey might include visiting some of those relationships to wonder how they impact you in the here and now.
Seeking therapy can be a daunting process, while also being one step toward greater wholeness/healing. Relationship is where we are both wounded and healed. I work with individuals seeking relief from distressing symptoms such as; demanding too much of yourself, finding it hard to trust self, trust your own experience, self-soothing through addictive behaviors, pleasing others at your own expense, anxiety, depression, CPTSD. Our patterns of relating develop early within our first attachments, so our journey might include visiting some of those relationships to wonder how they impact you in the here and now.
Have you been searching for a therapist but haven't been able to find one with whom you feel a strong connection? Have you been feeling like your life lacks meaning or direction? Are you being overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, irritability, emptiness or negativity? Are you wondering who that person is staring back at you in the mirror every day? Finding a therapist can be a challenging task. You want to find someone with whom you feel safe and can trust.
Have you been searching for a therapist but haven't been able to find one with whom you feel a strong connection? Have you been feeling like your life lacks meaning or direction? Are you being overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, irritability, emptiness or negativity? Are you wondering who that person is staring back at you in the mirror every day? Finding a therapist can be a challenging task. You want to find someone with whom you feel safe and can trust.
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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.