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Here's the final post on dating a narcissist.

Are you dating a narcissist? (part 3) In the previous two posts, I outlined the first two stages of how the narcissist hooks their victim. In this post, I will describe the addictive process they create to keep the victim coming back f…

Here is the second of my three-part blog on how a narcissist behaves while dating.

Are you dating a narcissist? (part 2) Last week I wrote about the narcissist sets up the initial dynamics. This week I will describe the second stage. Second stage: love and/or s*x bombing. Now that the victim is attracted to their lik…

Latest blog on narcissism:

Are you dating a narcissist? In this 3-part series, I will explain in detail the dynamics of how a narcissist shows up in a romantic relationship. Taylor Swift had it wrong in her song “Don’t Blame Me.” Love isn’t supposed to …

I love this. People who have anxiety need to know that there’s a plan, and they need to feel understood.

When someone is struggling with anxiety, advice like "get it together" may only make things worse. Try supportive statements like these instead.

Ran across this article this morning and was thinking this could be useful for people who have to deal with narcissists or others that are overly dramatic and/or have personality disorders.

How the Grey Rock Method Can Protect You From Abusive People and Toxic Interactions Find out what grey rocking is, and how you can use it to disengage from toxic people and relationships.

Excellent article on Narcissim and how it can impact relationships. It can make you feel crazy because the narcissistic partner's actions don't match their words, and because the narcissistic partner will dismiss, gaslight and ignore your feelings/concerns because they imply criticism.

If Your Partner's Always Fishing For Compliments, You Might Be Dating A Narcissist It's more than just being a li'l conceited.

I’m always telling my clients this! They did the best they could at the time with the knowledge and skills that they had.

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Giving yourself negative messages? You may have low self esteem and not realize it. Need more help? Book an appointment with me, Dr. Barb LoFrisco LMHC LMFT at counselorbarb.fullslate.com

5 Healthy Habits That Improve Self-Esteem 3. Celebrate small wins.

This term is constantly misused, and the result can be hurt feelings and misunderstandings.

Gaslit? I hear the term “gaslighting” constantly and like many other terms (“narcissism”, anyone?) it’s used incorrectly. To gaslight someone is to intentionally make them que…

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Most of the couples I see say some version of, "I wish we had come sooner." People wait an average of 6 years too long for couples therapy! The more you delay, the harder it is to fix the problem because resentment starts creeping in.

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Is it Time to Go to Couples Counseling? There are telltale signs that signal you and your partner could benefit from couples counseling.

Are you a conversational narcissist? I think most of us have been at some point. Insightful article on how to recognize it, and what the effects can be

The Mistake I Made With My Grieving Friend The author of We Need to Talk reveals how she learned to help -- and not help -- a friend with loss.

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There are so many misconceptions about female s*xuality. I spend a lot of time teaching my couples about it.

Why Women Don't Enjoy S*x as Much as Men Basically, the s*x they get isn’t that great.

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Study suggests no link between low seratonin and depression.

No evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels, finds comprehensive review After decades of study, there remains no clear evidence that serotonin levels or serotonin activity are responsible for depression, according to a major review of prior research.

Today marks the start of '9-8-8' as the new national su***de prevention and crisis hotline! The hotline will connect callers who may be experiencing distress with trained mental health counselors.