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How to help narcissistic clients, and even whether you can make meaningful progress with them, is one of the hottest and most misunderstood topics in psychotherapy today. And it’s bumping up against a massive cultural movement that aims to shed light on the dynamics of narcissistic abuse.
No one has been more focused on this survivor-focused movement than Ramani Durvasula, who in many ways has led the charge on introducing narcissistic abuse into our cultural lexicon. With almost 40 years of clinical experience, several New York Times bestselling books, and countless media appearances—from TEDx and SxSW to YouTube and Instagram, where her videos have accumulated tens of millions of views—she’s changed the way we view the effects of narcissism on others.
Joining her this keynote conversation is world-renowned therapist Craig Malkin, who specializes in the challenging work of treating narcissists, covert and grandiose alike. A Harvard Medical School lecturer and a New York Times bestselling author, whose book Rethinking Narcissism was twice named by the Oprah Winfrey Network as one of the most important books on narcissism, he’s added deep insight and necessary nuance to what we think we know about this antagonistic personality style. In calling attention to the "narcissism epidemic," he’s helped us ground narcissism in universal human motives and recognize the value of “healthy” narcissism.
As they meet for the first time in this can’t-miss clinical discussion, they’ll share how their work overlaps and where their views diverge. You’ll discover why dynamics matter more than diagnosis, how to understand narcissism on a spectrum of self-enhancement, and why many abusive people are unlikely to change and what this means for their partners.
Ramani Durvasula, PhD is a psychologist and the founder of LUNA Education, Training and Consulting, LLC. She’s professor emerita of psychology at California State University Los Angeles and the author of multiple books, including Don’t You Know Who I Am: How to Stay Sane in the Era of Narcissism, Entitlement and Incivility and Should I Stay or Should I Go: Surviving a Relationship With a Narcissist.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Ramani Durvasula is the founder and CEO of LUNA Education, Training, and Consulting and has an employment relationship with the University of Johannesburg. Ramani Durvasula receives royalties as a published author. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Ramani Durvasula is an associate editor for Behavioral Medicine. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Association for Psychological Science Society for Behavioral Medicine, and the International Association of Applied Psychology.
Craig Malkin, PhD, author of Rethinking Narcissism, is a clinical psychologist and lecturer for Harvard Medical School with more than 30 years of experience. His articles, advice, and insights on relationships have appeared nationally and internationally in outlets like Time and he’s been a featured guest on many TV shows, radio programs, and podcasts, such as NPR, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and Rick Hanson’s Being Well. He’s president and director of the Cambridge Massachusetts-based YM Psychotherapy and Consultation, Inc.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Craig Malkin has employment relationships with Harvard Medical School and YM Psychotherapy and Consultation Inc. He receives royalties as a published author. Craig Malkin has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Craig Malkin is an author and presenter for Psychotherapy Networker. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Massachusetts Psychological Association, and the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Livia Kent, MFA, is editor in chief at Psychotherapy Networker.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Livia Kent has an employment relationship with Psychotherapy Networker. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Livia Kent has no relevant non-financial relationships.
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