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Disarming the Narcissist

Surviving and Thriving with the Self-Absorbed

18 minWendy T. Behary LCSW

What's it about

Struggling to communicate with a narcissist in your life? Learn how to stop feeling powerless and start being heard. This summary provides practical, compassionate strategies to manage difficult conversations, set healthy boundaries, and protect your own well-being without escalating conflict. You'll discover how to identify different types of narcissism and understand the underlying insecurities that drive their behavior. Gain powerful techniques to disarm their defenses, express your own needs effectively, and ultimately decide whether it's possible to create a healthier, more balanced relationship.

Meet the author

Wendy T. Behary, LCSW, is the founder and director of The Cognitive Therapy Center of New Jersey and a leading expert in Schema Therapy for narcissistic personality disorder. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals break free from the frustrating and painful traps of narcissistic relationships. Her pioneering work provides the powerful, compassionate, and field-tested strategies found within this book, offering a clear path toward reclaiming your life and well-being.

Disarming the Narcissist book cover

What's it about

Struggling to communicate with a narcissist in your life? Learn how to stop feeling powerless and start being heard. This summary provides practical, compassionate strategies to manage difficult conversations, set healthy boundaries, and protect your own well-being without escalating conflict. You'll discover how to identify different types of narcissism and understand the underlying insecurities that drive their behavior. Gain powerful techniques to disarm their defenses, express your own needs effectively, and ultimately decide whether it's possible to create a healthier, more balanced relationship.

Meet the author

Wendy T. Behary, LCSW, is the founder and director of The Cognitive Therapy Center of New Jersey and a leading expert in Schema Therapy for narcissistic personality disorder. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals break free from the frustrating and painful traps of narcissistic relationships. Her pioneering work provides the powerful, compassionate, and field-tested strategies found within this book, offering a clear path toward reclaiming your life and well-being.