Join us for part two where we understand and identify Narcissistic Abuse and the effects it has on victims of this type of abuse. We will cover the overlap and differences with other types of abuse and how Narcissistic Abuse presents in the therapy room, both in individual therapy and couples therapy. We will define and give examples of each type of manipulation tactic and abuse experience under the Narcissistic Abuse umbrella.

• CLASS DESCRIPTION

  Join us for Part 2 of this training series as we delve into the nuanced and often misunderstood world of Narcissistic Abuse. While the term has gained traction in popular discourse, it remains a complex and highly impactful form of psychological abuse that clinicians must be able to identify and understand. This course focuses on how narcissistic abuse functions, the specific tactics involved, and how its effects present in therapy—both in individual and couples settings.

  We begin by defining what constitutes narcissistic abuse and distinguishing it from general relationship dysfunction. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the core components of this abuse pattern and the psychological toll it takes on survivors. The course then breaks down the manipulation tactics commonly employed by narcissistic individuals—gaslighting, stonewalling, love bombing, hoovering, triangulation, and more. These are not just buzzwords; they are clinically significant behaviors with lasting emotional consequences. Each tactic will be explored with real-world examples to help therapists recognize them more readily in client narratives.

  An important component of this training is understanding how narcissistic abuse overlaps with—but is also distinct from—other forms of abuse such as physical, sexual, and emotional violence. While narcissistic abuse may not leave visible bruises, its psychological damage is often profound and disorienting. Survivors may not even realize they’ve been abused, due to the covert and often socially acceptable nature of many narcissistic behaviors. We’ll examine how this form of abuse uniquely targets a person's identity, sense of self, and emotional regulation system, and how this informs the therapeutic process.

  Throughout the course, we will explore how symptoms of narcissistic abuse commonly show up in the therapy room. Clinicians will learn to recognize patterns such as chronic self-doubt, hypervigilance, emotional numbing, identity confusion, and trauma responses that mimic complex PTSD. We’ll also discuss how these presentations may look different in couples therapy—especially when the narcissistic partner is still present and actively manipulating the shared narrative.

  By the end of this training, therapists will be better equipped to spot the signs of narcissistic abuse, validate their clients’ experiences, and begin the essential work of helping survivors reclaim their voice, agency, and inner clarity. This course lays the groundwork for ethical, trauma-informed intervention in one of the most psychologically insidious forms of relational harm.

   

• CLASS OBJECTIVES

  PARTICIPANTS WILL:

  1. Identify and define Narcissistic Abuse 

  2. Identify and look at examples of the elements involved in the manipulation and abuse including gaslighting, stonewalling, hoovering, etc. 

  3. Explore how Narcissistic Abuse overlaps with and still differs from other forms of abuse such as physical, sexual, and emotional. 

  4. Explore symptoms of Narcissistic Abuse as it presents in the therapy room both individually and in the couples setting.

• CONSULTATION

  THE LEARNING NEVER STOPS

  INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP CONSULTATION

  Enhance your learning experience with our consultation services. KDH Collective offers individual and group consultation sessions after completing any Narcissism course.

  $160 an hour for individuals and $30 an hour for groups.

  

• NBCC APPROVED

  

  KDH Collective ACEP NO. 7323

  KDH COLLECTIVE HAS BEEN APPROVED BY NBCC AS AN APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER, ACEP NO. 7323. PROGRAMS THAT DO NOT QUALIFY FOR NBCC CREDIT ARE CLEARLY IDENTIFIED.  KDH COLLECTIVE IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAMS.  

   

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• UNBOUND: HEALING FROM INTIMATE PARTNER NARCISSISTIC ABUSE (PART 4)

  In part 4 we identify and understand how a Narcissistic individual operates in dating or marital relationships. We will explore the various wounds experienced by spouses of Narcissists and outline treatment for recovery from Spousal Narcissistic Abuse. We will briefly cover coparenting difficulties with ex-Narcissistic partners. LEARN MORE