LPCC, 16 years of experience
Do you have a history of attracting relationships where the other person is emotionally unavailable? Have you experienced gaslighting, manipulation, blaming - what's otherwise known as narcissistic abuse? You may feel as though you are all alone and that no one understands the relationship. What's even worse, people may think you are imagining or exaggerating the abuse that you are experiencing because the other person is so charming to everyone else. You have done everything from crying to begging, offering to go to couples counseling, to even taking the blame for the problems that occur in the relationship. You are unsure of what else can be done to salvage the situation, so you have finally decided to take the next step to work on yourself. You have experienced everything from anger, depression, anxiety, crying spells, to questioning your sanity. Something has got to give. While you may feel alone, the reality is that you are not. There are a lot of people who experience narcissistic abuse. Whether you experienced in your family, your intimate relationships, at your job, or with your friends; I can be of help.
The intake session is where I ask initial questions about you and your current challenges. I will also be asking more questions about your background to get to know you better.
I am an expert in narcissistic abuse. I have conducted research studies on narcissistic abuse and published a dissertation study in 2016. I have years of experience working with victims and perpetrators of abuse. I have written professionally about the effects of narcissism and narcissistic abuse. I am also a certified domestic violence counselor. In addition, I work with those who have narcissistic traits, and adults who experienced childhood trauma.
I work with clients who are healing from abusive relationships, have ongoing family conflicts, a history of childhood trauma, relationship issues, depression, and work stress.
I believe client's know what's in their best interest. Therapy is collaborative, and designed to your comfort level.