Dr. Karyl McBride’s 5‑step recovery model is a central framework in my work with adult children of narcissistic parents, offering a clear, compassionate roadmap for understanding the narcissistic...
National and International Therapists are Here to Help Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents

National and International Therapist Registry
I am delighted to present therapists who have joined my referral network. Each of these individuals have expressed an interest in becoming a part of the healing journey for adult children of narcissistic parents. If you don’t see therapists in your area, continue to watch this page as I will be adding to the list on a regular basis as we train more therapists.
Please note, the highest level of training we offer is the ACNP (adult children narcissistic parents) Certification Program. This program offers training in my 5-step recovery program, which is designed to treat adult children of narcissistic parents and their families.
While I cannot personally endorse specific therapists, these licensed clinicians are not only trained in the 5-step recovery model, but have also provided current credentials and resumes. It is still your responsibility to interview the therapists first in order to make a sound decision for yourself.
If you are pursuing therapy as an adult child of parental narcissism, you have come to the right place! It is helpful to take the virtual workshop to learn about my signature 5-step recovery program with all the journaling exercises for each step. Then you can work these steps with your therapist! Check it out here!
If you are a therapist and are interested in appearing on this referral network, please email Dr. McBride personally at karyl@drmcbride.com.
Find A Therapist in your area.
California Therapists
Erin McKnew, Psy.D. (In person in Danville, CA and Virtual throughout CA and HI) ACNP Certified
If you grew up feeling unseen, unheard, or unsure of your own worth, therapy can help you reconnect with who you are and learn to trust yourself again. Dr. McBride’s 5-Step Recovery Model has been a...
Andrew Lindeman, MS, LMFT (Walnut Creek, CA, and Online)
I am a therapist in the East Bay of San Francisco specializing in treating Adult Children of Narcissists. I am pleased to have received certification in, and actively use, Dr. McBride’s 5-step...
Mahsa Lindeman, MS, MFT (Walnut Creek, CA)
Are you looking for a therapist who will finally understand the pain you carry from being the child of a Narcissist? I am a therapist with a private practice serving the East Bay Area with a great...
Rachel Rosenfeld, PsyD (Alameda, CA and Zoom in CA and HI) Level II Certification
As the daughter of a narcissist, I am uniquely qualified to guide you through your own process of recovery. For many years, I knew something was wrong but I couldn’t put my finger on it. When I read...
Marv Zauderer, LMFT (San Rafael, CA and online in CA, AZ, & FL) ACNP Certified
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Marin County, CA (San Francisco Bay Area), with an office in San Rafael and working via video and telephone with clients anywhere in California,...
Sarwat Waraich, Psy.D., Brea, CA (Online only in CA) – ACNP Certified
Growing up, all you wanted was unconditional love, emotional support and a role model on how to become a woman. Instead, you learned that love is not unconditional. You felt powerless, insecure and...
Tiffany N. Libby, LMFT (Online Only in CA)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, born and raised in San Diego County. My office, Tiffany Libby Therapy Services, was created to help support all types of trauma, offering numerous...
Elizabeth Sheen, LPC LMHC (AZ, CA, OR, WA Online)
My private practice provides a safe, healing place for those hurt by narcissistic relationships. I’ve made it my mission to understand brain development, trauma, and healing. My approach is...
Gila Brown, MA, LMFT (Online in CA, NY, and TX) – ACNP Certified
I work primarily with adult children of narcissistic parents and individuals recovering from psychologically complex relationships. Many of the adults who find me are thoughtful, capable, and...
Kristen Fong, MA, MFT (Novato, CA and Online in CA) – ACNP Certified
For over 20 years I have been practicing as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Marin County. I specialize in marriage/couples, codependency, childhood trauma, adult children of narcissistic...
Sharone Weltfreid, Ph.D. (Online in CA) – ACNP Certified
Do you wish you had a compassionate psychologist who understood you and could help liberate you from your emotional pain and suffering? Someone to assist you in developing a healthy, fulfilling...
Claudia Fromm, MFT, EMDR Certified (San Anselmo, CA and Online in CA)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Marin County, (San Francisco Bay Area) California. I bring my own personal and professional expertise in addition to my training in the 5-step...
Catherine Hartshorn, Ph.D., LCSW, LMFT (Berkeley, CA and Online in CA) – ACNP Certified
Yes, I am good enough! I know it…my body knows it…and it’s been hard-won! I grew up with a narcissistic mother. Then, before I could heal the childhood damage, I found another narcissist – this...
Marlene H. Zerweck, MA/LMFT (Folsom, CA)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Folsom, California. I provide individual therapy and relationship counseling to adults and families. I am certified in Dr. McBride’s WIEBGE 5-step...
Claudia Sinay-Mosias, MHA, MA, LMFT (CA/Online Only)
I was thrilled to discover Dr. McBride’s book about daughters of narcissistic mothers. I have been working with this population for decades but have yet to find a protocol that is so thorough,...
Sylvia M. Bercovici, Ph.D. (Los Angeles, CA and Online) – ACNP Certified
I have been a psychotherapist in private practice for many years. Beginning with my interest in family dynamics and subsequent intensive training in family therapy, I expanded my clinical interests...
Mary Elizabeth Christy-Cirillo, MFT (San Francisco Bay Area and Online) – ACNP Certified
I am a Marriage Family Therapist in private practice, working with adults and children for the last 29 years in the San Francisco Bay Area. My emphasis has been on early attachment and its effect on...
Linda S. Rose, PsyD, LPCC, LCSW (Solana Beach, CA and Skype)
When I first read Dr. McBride’s book, Will I Ever Be Good Enough?, I felt relieved, validated, and encouraged. The relief I experienced came from finally seeing and feeling that my own experience as...
Julie Tenenberg, MFT (Oakland, CA and Online)
I have been a psychotherapist, consultant and educator for 20+ years. My private practice is in Oakland, California. By bringing my own personal and professional expertise and following the 5-step...
Suzannah Ferron, LMFT (Los Angeles, CA)
Based in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Northeast Los Angeles, I specialize in working with adult daughters of narcissistic, abusive, neglectful or emotionally absent parents. I am WIEBGE (Will...
Lia M. Prusha, MA, LMFT (San Jose, CA and Skype) Level II Certification
I provide both individual therapy and relationship counseling to adults and families in the heart of Silicon Valley. My approach is varied and eclectic and is based on a solid foundation of building...
Kathryn Rudlin, LCSW (San Diego, CA) – ACNP Certified
My therapy practice in San Diego exclusively provides healing to adult children who grew up with emotionally unavailable parents due to narcissism or other issues. My book, GHOST MOTHERS: Healing...
