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There is nothing in the world quite like the feeling that someone somewhere finally gets it

Adult children of narcissists have been conditioned to downplay dismiss and ignore their experiences This survival skill of staying below the radar can cause even very skilled clinicians to miss subtle opportunities to connect It is paramount that clinicians understand the scope of these clients experiences in order to support their healingand to avoid the common clinical mistakes and pitfalls that often lead to inadvertently repeating harmful cycles

Drawing from decades of specialized clinical practice and illustrated with rich client stories this essential guide provides a thorough walkthrough of the assessment and treatment of narcissistic abuse so you can

Differentiate narcissistic abuse from other forms of family conflict

Work through ethical considerations when assessing narcissism

Treat complex trauma grief and attachment wounds

Navigate transference countertransference and the person of the therapist