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Decoding Narcissistic Abuse: Clinical Strategies for Healing

Feb. 14, 2026

10:00 AM - 1:15 PM (EST)

Virtual Event
3 CE Credits
This clinical training equips mental health professionals to identify narcissistic traits, understand the spectrum of narcissism, and recognize the impact of narcissistic abuse on clients. Learn how narcissism affects self-worth and relationships, set effective treatment goals, and avoid common clinical pitfalls when working with high-conflict personality dynamics.
This training will provide clinicians with a clear understanding of the definition, history, spectrum, and concept of narcissism and narcissistic abuse. Training areas of focus include understanding the harmful effects of narcissistic abuse on clients, learning to identify narcissistic traits and behaviors, and understanding how narcissism in relationships damages victims’ self-concept, agency, and relationship expectations. Attendees will learn how to identify primary goals of treatment, and to understand potential risks and challenges in treating this population.Session Highlights:
  • Defining narcissism both clinically and socially.
  • Conceptualizing narcissism as a spectrum of trait severity.
  • Identifying signs and symptoms of narcissistic abuse.
  • Understanding challenges and risks for clients.
  • Avoiding potential pitfalls as clinicians.

This live interactive webinar is designed for behavioral health professionals, including:

  • Counselors
  • Social Workers
  • Psychotherapists
  • Marriage & Family Therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Substance Use Disorders Counselors
  • Case Managers
  • Physicians
  • Other Mental Health Professionals
Amy Marlow-MaCoy, MEd, LPC

Amy is the author of The  Clinician’s Guide to Treating Adult Children of Narcissists: Pulling Back the  Curtain on Manipulation, Gaslighting, and Emotional Abuse in Narcissistic  Families (2023). She is also the author of the Amazon best-selling book The  Gaslighting Recovery Workbook: Healing from Emotional Abuse (Callisto Media,  2020). Amy is an internationally known expert on gaslighting and narcissistic abuse, providing training and continuing education credits for clinicians as well as consultation and mentoring for clinicians wishing to deepen and grow their strengths in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse. Amy runs a private practice treating complex and developmental trauma in adults raised in narcissistic, emotionally immature, and toxic families of origin. Amy has advanced training in multiple trauma treatment models, including IFS, EMDR,  and brainspotting.

After this training, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the concept, context, and scope of narcissism as a psychological and social concept.
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of narcissism in relationships.
  • Provide accurate and appropriate treatment plan goals and therapeutic interventions for survivors of narcissistic abuse.

10:00 -10:05 am – Introduction
10:05-10:30 am –Defining Narcissism: Clinical and Social Definitions
10:30-11:00 am -The Spectrum of Narcissistic Traits
11:00-11:30 am -Frequent Fliers in Narcissistic Abuse: Spotting Specific Behaviors, Traits, and Patterns
11:30-11:45 am – Break
11:45-12:15 pm –Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Narcissistic Abuse: Effects on Our Clients
12:15-12:45 pm –Challenges, Complications, and Risks for Clients
12:45-1:05 pm –Risks and Pitfalls for Therapists: Countertransference, Choosing an Appropriate Clinical Approach, and Navigating Sticky Situations
1:05-1:15 pm – Q&A

Intermediate to advanced.

Registration Cost

Registration $67 | Feb. 14 | Virtual Event | 3 CE Credits | 10:00 am – 1:15 pm ET

Registration Deadline:  Feb. 14, 2026

Cancellation Policy

All registrations are non-refundable. However, you may request a full credit toward a future training if:

  • You notify us at least 72 hours prior to the event start time.
  • Credit is valid for up to 6 months from the original event date.
  • No credit will be issued for no-shows or cancellations made on the same day.
  • When you register for an event, you agree to these terms

Please email info@clinicalevents.org to request a credit or reschedule.

A total of 3 CE credits are available.

Additional Approvals Pending.

ASWB ACE

Clinical Events, LLC, (provider # 2201) is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 11/01/2024 – 11/01/2025.

NBCC

Clinical Events, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved   Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7643 Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Clinical Events, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

NAADAC

This course has been approved by Clinical Events, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #320899, Clinical Events is responsible for all aspects of the programming.

NY State Board of Psychologists

Clinical Events, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0292.

NY State Board of Social Workers

Clinical Events, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0828.

NY State Board of Mental Health Counselors

Clinical Events, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0329.

NJ State Board of Social Workers & Professional Counselors

The New Jersey Social Work Examiners Board accepts ASWB ACE Provider credits. The New Jersey Professional Counselors Board accepts NBCC-approved CE provider credits.

All Other States

All other states accept ASWB ACE Provider credits and NBCC-approved CE provider credits. Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their jurisdictions. States and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Florida Certification Board

Clinical Events is approved by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) to offer continuing education programs (Provider # 5527-A).

Canada Social Workers

BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, and QC accept ASWB ACE-approved provider programs to meet licensure renewal requirements.  Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their province. Provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Canada Counsellors

Clinical Events is an NBCC-approved provider.  Licensees are responsible for determining whether courses meet the CE requirements in their province. Provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for credit.

Please contact us if you would like to inquire about applicable approvals for your continuing education (CE) needs.

Each professional is responsible for understanding and meeting the specific CE requirements set by their individual licensing board or regulatory agency. We encourage you to reach out to your licensing body directly to confirm how our programs apply toward your licensure renewal.

Questions:  info@clinicalevents.org

Amy Marlow-MaCoy, LPC, receives royalties as a published author. She receives a speaking honorarium from Clinical Events, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.

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