Dr. Ettensohn is one of the few specialists in treating narcissistic issues. He and his supervised associates approach the work with unique compassion and sensitivity.

Dr. Ettensohn’s individual psychotherapy caseload is currently full. You may add your name to his waitlist here.

Individual psychotherapy with an associate is available to individuals located in California.

• Available now: You can request therapy sessions directly with an associate.

• How to schedule: Use the online scheduler to request your first session.

For individuals, partners, or family members seeking specialized guidance rather than ongoing therapy, Dr. Ettensohn offers short-term consultation and coaching. These sessions provide the opportunity to work directly with a clinical psychologist who has spent years specializing in narcissism, personality, and complex relational issues.

Coaching/consultation is particularly valuable if you are:

• Trying to make sense of patterns of narcissism in yourself or a loved one

• Needing expert input on how to approach a relationship or family challenge

• Seeking clarity and direction after confusing or painful experiences

• Looking for professional, focused guidance without a long-term therapy commitment

Details:

• Format: Up to 3 sessions, 45 minutes each

• Availability: Select weekday afternoons

• Scheduling: Please use our online scheduler to request the next available appointment

These consultations are designed to provide clarity, perspective, and concrete next steps. They are time-limited and not a substitute for psychotherapy, but they can be a powerful way to gain insight, direction, and support from an expert in this area.

Note: For those seeking coaching & consultation beyond the three-session limit, ongoing coaching is offered on a monthly basis, subjkect to availability.

Dr. Ettensohn and his associates offer diagnostic services to individuals seeking to clarify or confirm the presence of pathological narcissism or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

• The diagnostic process usually takes and average of 8 sessions

• It consists of a formal Clinical Diagnostic Interview (CDI) and completion of supplemental assessment instruments.

• A comprehensive personality profile is generated using an empirically-based procedure.

• A written report is provided upon request.

• The process concludes with a feedback session to discuss results and next steps.

• This service is available ot individuals located in California, New York, Illinois, and Florida.

• Use our contact form to request a free 15-minute consult for more information.

Dr. Ettensohn and his associates provide psychotherapy that results in lasting change and personal growth.

In addition to complex personality-based issues, Dr. Ettensohn has experience and training to successfully treat a wide range of clinical issues and concerns, including emotional conflict, self-defeating behaviors, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, alienation, and difficulties with trust.

Treatment emphasizes accessing and experiencing authentic feelings, identifying and changing old relationship patterns, and learning to live more consciously.

General online psychotherapy with a supervised associate is available to individuals located in California. Please use our contact form to request more information.

Group psychotherapy can be an effective treatment for pathological narcissism and NPD. The format helps to foster support, normalize experiences, reduce shame, and increase accountability.

Group meetings are held online using secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth software.

There are currently no psychotherapy groups open for new patients. Please check back at a later date.

Most clinicians are trained using the DSM-5 to conceptualize narcissism. However, the DSM-5 model is deeply problematic. Not only do most narcissists who match the DSM-5 criteria never seek treatment, NPD as defined in the DSM-5 is exceedingly rare.

The majority of clinical and subclinical narcissistic individuals have depressive and anxious symptom presentations. There may be features that look more like BPD or Bipolar-II Disorder.

Dr. Ettensohn provides clinical case consultation services to clarify case conceptualization and guide treatment.

Details:

• Format: Up to 3 sessions, 45 minutes each

• Rates: $350 per session

• Availability: Select weekday afternoons

• Scheduling: Please use our online scheduler to request the next available appointmen

Dr. Ettensohn available for speaking engagements and trainings.

He is passionate about educating the public and clinical community concerning diagnostic and treatment issues surrounding pathological narcissism.

Recent presentations include:

• 2022-2023 Series of clinical training sessions at Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy

• 2021 Presentation disconfirming myths about narcissism at the California Northstate University College of Psychology

• 2019 Western Psychological Association Conference in Pasadena, CA on diagnostic issues surrounding narcissism

• 2018 Sacramento Valley Psychological Association Annual Conference on the relationship between narcissism and suicide