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Mark Ettensohn, PsyD

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Dr. Mark Ettensohn is a clinical psychologist, founder of HealNPD, published author, and nationally recognized expert in the treatment of narcissism and related disorders. His work has been featured in major media outlets including Yahoo Health, Bustle, CBS News, and Sacramento Magazine. He is widely regarded for his depth-oriented, compassionate approach to some of the most misunderstood and stigmatized aspects of human psychology. Through both scholarship and clinical practice, he advocates for a more nuanced and scientifically grounded understanding of pathological narcissism.

Assessment & Treatment+2 more

Clinician Stigma Toward Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Implications for Assessment, Treatment, and Clinical Practice

Introduction Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR; American Psychiatric Association, 2022), is characterized by patterns of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. However, this definition limits the full representation of the disorder, primarily omitting the essential component of vulnerability (Crisp & Gabbard, […]

Deanna Young, PsyD + 1 more

April 26, 2026

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