The Pitfalls of Couples Therapy with Narcissists: Ross Rosenberg Explains
If you are an Sld and you are aware of what's going on, you have broken your addiction, you have your pathological loneliness in check. You can go to marriage therapy and you can see clearly that when you are doing everything right and this whole scenario relies on a good marriage therapist and the therapy falls apart, then that's great evidence for you or the Sld, who has been teetering on and off on this whole denial teeter-totter- and to finally see that when you are calm and clear
Ever wondered why couples therapy often fails when one partner is a narcissist? In this eye-opening episode of The Self-Love Recovery Podcast, Ross Rosenberg dives into the complexities of dealing with narcissistic personality disorders in a therapeutic setting. With his extensive background as a psychotherapist and best-selling author, Ross sheds light on why traditional therapy approaches just don't cut it for narcissists.
Narcissists, by nature, refuse to acknowledge any fault, making it impossible for them to engage in the mutual accountability that couples therapy demands. This episode is a must-listen for anyone caught in the web of narcissistic abuse or for therapists seeking to understand the unique challenges posed by these relationships. Ross also delves into the damaging effects of gaslighting and the emotional toll it takes on the self-love deficit (SLD) or codependent partner.
He emphasizes the importance of a robust theoretical framework for therapists treating narcissistic abuse and highlights alternative approaches that can offer real help. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical advice on navigating relationships tainted by narcissistic behavior.