It is not uncommon for many of my clients to have previously entered therapy for a range of conditions including depression and anxiety-related disorders and to be treated as what is known as the “Identified Patient” by their therapist and labeled with these disorders. While they may be suffering from anxiety, depression and a range of other related emotional afflictions, these disorders are secondary to the principal problem in the person’s life. And that is the presence of a narcissistic parent. Having a parent, particularly a mother, who suffers from narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a particularly heavy burden for … Continue reading →