Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Therapists in Olympia, WA
Specializing in trauma, narcissistic abuse, antagonistic relationships, and relationship issues, I am here to help you heal, break the cycle of trauma, and move forward into a brighter, healthier future.
Specializing in Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma, Antagonistic Relationships, and Relationship Issues.
Certified EMDR ; Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician; Certified Trauma Expert; Certified Dissociative Identity Disorder Clinician; Certified Substance Use and Addiction Informed Clinician; Certified Hypnotherapist; Certified Couples Therapist;
Specializing in trauma, narcissistic abuse, antagonistic relationships, and relationship issues, I am here to help you heal, break the cycle of trauma, and move forward into a brighter, healthier future.
Specializing in Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma, Antagonistic Relationships, and Relationship Issues.
Certified EMDR ; Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician; Certified Trauma Expert; Certified Dissociative Identity Disorder Clinician; Certified Substance Use and Addiction Informed Clinician; Certified Hypnotherapist; Certified Couples Therapist;
Are you feeling disconnected or struggling to find your sense of self? You're not alone on this journey of self-discovery. Many people encounter obstacles along the way, but this journey can also lead to significant transformation. I'm here provide support as you explore your inner landscape and move forward.
Are you feeling disconnected or struggling to find your sense of self? You're not alone on this journey of self-discovery. Many people encounter obstacles along the way, but this journey can also lead to significant transformation. I'm here provide support as you explore your inner landscape and move forward.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve done meaningful work and are seeking something deeper. I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore what’s felt stuck or out of reach. My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which has deeply transformed my work. At the same time, I draw on a range of other evidence-based approaches to meet you where you are and support your unique path forward. Together we’ll build clarity, connection, and trust—creating lasting change that unfolds from the inside out.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve done meaningful work and are seeking something deeper. I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore what’s felt stuck or out of reach. My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which has deeply transformed my work. At the same time, I draw on a range of other evidence-based approaches to meet you where you are and support your unique path forward. Together we’ll build clarity, connection, and trust—creating lasting change that unfolds from the inside out.
Victor L. Steffens, Jr., Ph.D., LMHC, CDP: My interests in psychotherapy and healing are broad and much of my training as a psychotherapist is as well: significant training in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalysis, EMDR, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Psychodrama/Sociometry/Group psychotherapy and a number of different modalities that include a cognitive behavioral perspective. My areas of focus in treatment include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other anxiety disorders; Drug and Alcohol use disorders including Co-occurring disorders (Dual Diagnosis); Mood disorders (Depression, Bi-Polar), Personality Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders, I primarily treat adults ages 18-75 and adolescents, in addition to couples.
Victor L. Steffens, Jr., Ph.D., LMHC, CDP: My interests in psychotherapy and healing are broad and much of my training as a psychotherapist is as well: significant training in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalysis, EMDR, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Psychodrama/Sociometry/Group psychotherapy and a number of different modalities that include a cognitive behavioral perspective. My areas of focus in treatment include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other anxiety disorders; Drug and Alcohol use disorders including Co-occurring disorders (Dual Diagnosis); Mood disorders (Depression, Bi-Polar), Personality Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders, I primarily treat adults ages 18-75 and adolescents, in addition to couples.
For those who long to radically transform their relationship with their pain, desire, disappointment, their past, present, and future, an equally radical way of listening may be required. A psychoanalytically-informed therapy offers safety to speak in such a way that the hidden messages of symptoms, pain, and desires can be considered meaningfully and open one up to unconceived potentials. I think of it as a process that isn't interested in imposing censorship or conformity, but is rather, fascinatingly and radically curious, attentive, and non-judgmental. It can help one toward an openness and surprising kindness about one's life.
For those who long to radically transform their relationship with their pain, desire, disappointment, their past, present, and future, an equally radical way of listening may be required. A psychoanalytically-informed therapy offers safety to speak in such a way that the hidden messages of symptoms, pain, and desires can be considered meaningfully and open one up to unconceived potentials. I think of it as a process that isn't interested in imposing censorship or conformity, but is rather, fascinatingly and radically curious, attentive, and non-judgmental. It can help one toward an openness and surprising kindness about one's life.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 43 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for30 of those 43 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 43 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for30 of those 43 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people navigating developmental trauma, and those struggling with relationship difficulties. I understand that your identity and experiences, particularly in relationships, can deeply influence how you see yourself and relate to others. We’ll look at the patterns that may be impacting your well-being, working together to better understand them. We will also explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, so you can gain deeper insight and begin to move forward with more clarity and self-trust.
As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people navigating developmental trauma, and those struggling with relationship difficulties. I understand that your identity and experiences, particularly in relationships, can deeply influence how you see yourself and relate to others. We’ll look at the patterns that may be impacting your well-being, working together to better understand them. We will also explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, so you can gain deeper insight and begin to move forward with more clarity and self-trust.
April Christine Slocum
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMFTA, MAOL, CMHS, MHP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Online & Phone Special Now $68 (for a limited time) - Book an Appointment Today. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, anger, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or possible BPD? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
Online & Phone Special Now $68 (for a limited time) - Book an Appointment Today. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, anger, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or possible BPD? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
I specialized training in EMDR and I have experience working in a variety of settings, including outpatient and inpatient treatment centers, since 2019. I also have experience working with diverse populations in the social services sector since 2018. For me, every person is unique and has the capacity to change for the better in order to become their ideal selves. To help you comprehend the value of both positive and negative experiences that contribute to the development of strength and resiliency, my main strategies include EMDR, hypnosis, motivational interviewing (MI), CBT, and DBT.
I specialized training in EMDR and I have experience working in a variety of settings, including outpatient and inpatient treatment centers, since 2019. I also have experience working with diverse populations in the social services sector since 2018. For me, every person is unique and has the capacity to change for the better in order to become their ideal selves. To help you comprehend the value of both positive and negative experiences that contribute to the development of strength and resiliency, my main strategies include EMDR, hypnosis, motivational interviewing (MI), CBT, and DBT.
Steve Williams has been in private practice for 29 years. He seeks to provide professional and respectful psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and adolescents for issues such as: Marital Conflict/Communication, Infidelity, Couples Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Depression, and Anxiety including: OCD, Generalized, Panic, PTSD, and Social Phobia. Steve also treats Anger, Addictions, Trauma, and Childhood Abuse. He uses a direct method to provide effective interpretations and tools for developing a healthy individual self and a healthy couple closeness.
Steve Williams has been in private practice for 29 years. He seeks to provide professional and respectful psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and adolescents for issues such as: Marital Conflict/Communication, Infidelity, Couples Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Depression, and Anxiety including: OCD, Generalized, Panic, PTSD, and Social Phobia. Steve also treats Anger, Addictions, Trauma, and Childhood Abuse. He uses a direct method to provide effective interpretations and tools for developing a healthy individual self and a healthy couple closeness.
I focus on creating a warm environment for my client to feel safe and able to process whatever their wanting to work on. There is no pressure to focus on one topic, as life has it's ups and downs. The treatment plan is created by my client and myself, in order to ensure the focus is on what my client would like to work on .
I focus on creating a warm environment for my client to feel safe and able to process whatever their wanting to work on. There is no pressure to focus on one topic, as life has it's ups and downs. The treatment plan is created by my client and myself, in order to ensure the focus is on what my client would like to work on .
Perhaps you’re healing from childhood wounds, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, or sexual assault, and it feels like the past continues to affect your present.
I specialize in trauma recovery, utilizing EMDR, Lifespan Integration, parts work (IFS), and Somatic Experiencing to help you process and release emotional pain. We’ll work together to move beyond old patterns and create change. My holistic approach also blends yoga therapy, nutrition, and mindfulness to help you heal on every level — body, mind, and spirit.
Perhaps you’re healing from childhood wounds, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, or sexual assault, and it feels like the past continues to affect your present.
I specialize in trauma recovery, utilizing EMDR, Lifespan Integration, parts work (IFS), and Somatic Experiencing to help you process and release emotional pain. We’ll work together to move beyond old patterns and create change. My holistic approach also blends yoga therapy, nutrition, and mindfulness to help you heal on every level — body, mind, and spirit.
Together we will explore the things you want to change. I will help you access your untapped strengths and power in order to create the life you want: more empowered, more connected, more authentic. In a safe and compassionate way, I help you reconnect to your truest self and find your inner integrity so you can meet the world in a secure and resilient way. Most importantly, you'll have an ally in your life committed to this journey with you. If you have experienced trauma in your early or adult life, I am trained in trauma therapy and want to help. Remote counseling for trauma is now possible and accessible.
Together we will explore the things you want to change. I will help you access your untapped strengths and power in order to create the life you want: more empowered, more connected, more authentic. In a safe and compassionate way, I help you reconnect to your truest self and find your inner integrity so you can meet the world in a secure and resilient way. Most importantly, you'll have an ally in your life committed to this journey with you. If you have experienced trauma in your early or adult life, I am trained in trauma therapy and want to help. Remote counseling for trauma is now possible and accessible.
I ask that you are ready to make a commitment, to yourself, first. I consider this the first step of the journey - I am here ready to make the commitment alongside you. Think of it as the beginning of falling in love with yourself...your relationships, and ultimately your life. If you are reading this I hope you answer the call, to yourself. It is the beginning of the type of change you have dreamt of, meeting your best self, meeting your soul.
I ask that you are ready to make a commitment, to yourself, first. I consider this the first step of the journey - I am here ready to make the commitment alongside you. Think of it as the beginning of falling in love with yourself...your relationships, and ultimately your life. If you are reading this I hope you answer the call, to yourself. It is the beginning of the type of change you have dreamt of, meeting your best self, meeting your soul.
Have you been struggling with anxious feelings or a depressed mood that don't seem to get better? Are painful memories or regrets weighing you down? Have you experienced a change or a loss that's difficult to handle? Have your ways of coping stopped working or are making things worse? We can work together to help you deal with distressing feelings, challenging events, and the weariness that comes from trying so hard to cope. We can remove the barriers to healing that have been in your way so that you can truly recover and experience a genuine, satisfying life.
Have you been struggling with anxious feelings or a depressed mood that don't seem to get better? Are painful memories or regrets weighing you down? Have you experienced a change or a loss that's difficult to handle? Have your ways of coping stopped working or are making things worse? We can work together to help you deal with distressing feelings, challenging events, and the weariness that comes from trying so hard to cope. We can remove the barriers to healing that have been in your way so that you can truly recover and experience a genuine, satisfying life.
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I specialize in helping clients with anxiety, past and present trauma, grief and loss, depression, healing from emotional abusive, toxic and also narcissistic relationships.
Establishing healthy boundaries and developing healthy coping skills can guide you in a healthier life. Helping you heal mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. I would be honored to walk you through this process and help you establish life changing goals and increased self esteem and wellness.
I specialize in helping clients with anxiety, past and present trauma, grief and loss, depression, healing from emotional abusive, toxic and also narcissistic relationships.
Establishing healthy boundaries and developing healthy coping skills can guide you in a healthier life. Helping you heal mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. I would be honored to walk you through this process and help you establish life changing goals and increased self esteem and wellness.
You're here because you can't do it alone anymore. You need help to shake the stuck feeling and wonder if depression, anxiety, co-dependency are winning this battle. You try to quit old ways of relating to yourself and others, and you want to try a healthier way to relate but not only do you wonder where to start, it is also very daunting and scary. You want to be in relationships that build you up but, more often than not, you feel doubt and fear. Your self-esteem may be in question. You don't feel like yourself anymore... whoever that may be. It's time to find help that will really move you out of this stuck place.
You're here because you can't do it alone anymore. You need help to shake the stuck feeling and wonder if depression, anxiety, co-dependency are winning this battle. You try to quit old ways of relating to yourself and others, and you want to try a healthier way to relate but not only do you wonder where to start, it is also very daunting and scary. You want to be in relationships that build you up but, more often than not, you feel doubt and fear. Your self-esteem may be in question. You don't feel like yourself anymore... whoever that may be. It's time to find help that will really move you out of this stuck place.
The work we do is collaborative; it requires us both to be present and fully committed to your journey. My clients are honest about their strengths, virtues, successes and growth areas; curious about their emotions, triggers, and patterns; and committed to designing their lives in a meaningful way. Depending on their inner resources, needs, and concerns, I utilize a tailored, strengths-based approach to promote useful life goals through insight and action. This can be achieved by integrating a variety of modalities, both evidence and non-evidence based; and drawing from my personal, professional and spiritual background.
The work we do is collaborative; it requires us both to be present and fully committed to your journey. My clients are honest about their strengths, virtues, successes and growth areas; curious about their emotions, triggers, and patterns; and committed to designing their lives in a meaningful way. Depending on their inner resources, needs, and concerns, I utilize a tailored, strengths-based approach to promote useful life goals through insight and action. This can be achieved by integrating a variety of modalities, both evidence and non-evidence based; and drawing from my personal, professional and spiritual background.
***I accept First Choice Health insurance, which frequently contracts with some Kaiser plans. Please call to confirm I am in-network with your plan.*** I approach therapy from an evidence-based perspective by letting you know what the research has shown to be the most effective way of handling whatever problems you’re struggling with. From there, we can work together to adapt that type of therapy to fit your specific needs & life circumstances so we can figure out how to make our sessions most helpful for you. I specialize in CBT, DBT, CPT/PE, Schema Therapy & Mindfulness-based therapies amongst other evidence-based psychotherapies.
***I accept First Choice Health insurance, which frequently contracts with some Kaiser plans. Please call to confirm I am in-network with your plan.*** I approach therapy from an evidence-based perspective by letting you know what the research has shown to be the most effective way of handling whatever problems you’re struggling with. From there, we can work together to adapt that type of therapy to fit your specific needs & life circumstances so we can figure out how to make our sessions most helpful for you. I specialize in CBT, DBT, CPT/PE, Schema Therapy & Mindfulness-based therapies amongst other evidence-based psychotherapies.
It is often quite difficult to be honest with ourselves and with the world around us, particularly as it relates to our experiences of pain and suffering. As a result, patterns of relating with self and others often reinforce even deeper feelings of loneliness, isolation, fear, and anxiety. The various factors that may be driving this cycle include experiences of trauma, strained relationships, loss, and oppressive social/cultural systems.
It is often quite difficult to be honest with ourselves and with the world around us, particularly as it relates to our experiences of pain and suffering. As a result, patterns of relating with self and others often reinforce even deeper feelings of loneliness, isolation, fear, and anxiety. The various factors that may be driving this cycle include experiences of trauma, strained relationships, loss, and oppressive social/cultural systems.
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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.