Narcissistic Personality Disorder therapists in Waynesville, NC
Browse Narcissistic Personality Disorder therapists in Waynesville, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Narcissism
Inessa Freylekhman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My focus in this area is supporting people affected by relationships involving narcissistic patterns, manipulation, or persistent emotional invalidation. I help you explore the impact of these experiences, reconnect with your perceptions and needs, and strengthen boundaries. Together, we work toward restoring self-trust and developing healthier, more reciprocal relationships.
12 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
Narcissism
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is one of the most stigmatized and misunderstood diagnoses in mental health. It’s often reduced to labels like “self-centered” or “manipulative,” without acknowledging the deeper patterns underneath—patterns that are often shaped by early experiences, attachment wounds, and the need to protect a fragile sense of self. For some, being given this diagnosis can feel confusing or even confronting. For others, it may not fully capture the complexity of what they’re experiencing. At Nour Counseling, we approach this work with nuance, not judgment.
We don’t rely on surface-level labels—we work with you to understand the underlying patterns: how you relate to yourself, how you navigate relationships, how you manage vulnerability, and what happens when your sense of self feels threatened. From there, we actively support you in building greater self-awareness, emotional range, and more stable, reciprocal ways of connecting with others. This includes working through defensiveness, exploring underlying insecurities, and developing tools for communication and regulation that feel more grounded and sustainable. We also consider the cultural and relational context that shaped these patterns, so you’re not reduced to a diagnosis. This is thoughtful, collaborative work focused on helping you move toward relationships—and a sense of self—that feel more stable, connected, and real.
9 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
Narcissism
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating challenges related to narcissistic personality disorder. I provide compassionate, individualized care focused on increasing self-awareness, developing healthier coping strategies, improving relationships, and fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.
14 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
Narcissism
Leslie Bowman, Holistic Psychotherapist
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPC, Over 20 years of successful experience
I have many personal experiences with Narcissists and understand the trauma and deep impact these relationships have on our lives. If you think you are in a relationship with one, or have been in one, or ending one, or can not leave one, I am here to help you navigate through this process. I have helped hundreds of clients who have experienced Narcissistic abuse. This is a complicated issue that requires understanding ourselves deeper. Reach out to learn more about how my Holistic Approach can help you break free from Narcissists and heal from the painful experience.
20 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC
Narcissism
First-Aid Counseling, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LCASA, LCSW
We provide supportive therapy for individuals affected by narcissistic personality disorder, whether personally or within a relationship. Treatment focuses on improving self-awareness, emotional understanding, communication, and healthier relationship patterns.
3 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
Narcissistic Personality Disorder therapists in Waynesville, NC Statistics
Narcissistic Personality Disorder therapists in Waynesville, NC average 18 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Behavioral Therapy (44%), and Family Systems Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 89% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 44% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Christian |
| 41% | Jewish |