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WE PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES RELATED TO:

 * TRAUMA
 * ABUSE
 * RECOVERY

Psychotherapy Examine life's toughest challenges and find treatment for a
variety of mental health concerns.

Coaching We provide one on one support for your recovery, and guide you along
the path to a healthier life.

Education Learn vital information about identifying abuse and life after abuse.

Consultation Get answers and gain perpective as we assess your specific
circumstances.


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OUR PROFESSIONALS

We are a private group practice dedicated to helping people live a happy and
healthy life.

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I will help you explore the way your mind works and ways you can change your
thinking and your behaviors in order to feel healthier and more confident. I
offer therapy that focuses on knowing yourself and what has brought you to
become the person you are. I treat clients who are Spanish-speaking.



VICTOR BADILLO

MSCP LPC

When a client opens their "book of life" and shares their story with me, it is
an honor. My style of counseling is listening instead of hearing. I will be my
authentic self while advocating for your inner thoughts and feelings to be
expressed. I will provide a safe place for you to be free and open as you are
the author of your story.



TIARA BELL

CT

I have personally experienced the positive effects that therapy can have. I
allow space for clients to process, and locate a sense of safety within
themselves. As a survivor myself, I want to help my clients through their
darkest moments, walk with them as they heal, and support them as they grow. I
am currently supervised by Mandy Friedman LPCC-S and training to work with
survivors of narcissistic abuse and clients with C-PTSD.



SHELLINA BORGMAN

MA LPC CTP

I have been told that my demeanor is open and welcoming, and I pride myself in
being an active, non-judgmental listener. I invite you to reach out to me with
any issues you may be facing. Our goal will be to find a therapeutic pathway
that is uniquely catered to helping you discover and become the person you want
to be. I am currently supervised by Mandy Friedman LPCC-S and training to work
with survivors of narcissistic abuse and clients with C-PTSD.



STUART LINDLE

MA LPC

Through my training and life experiences, I am confident I can help you reach
for the best in yourself and overcome the obstacles that life may bring.



ANGELA BARBER-JOINER

LPCC-S

I can help you heal and recover from narcissistic abuse and C-PTSD. I have
trained under Mandy Friedman LPCC-S to treat survivors. My demeanor can be
described as gentle, thoughtful and kind. Together, we can work on establishing
boundaries in order that you may develop a routine of self-care.



DANIEL ELLIS

MS LPC CTP

I am a marriage & family therapist in training. I can help you break
generational cycles and develop healthier relationships. My demeanor can be
described as intuitive and authentic. I am currently training under Mandy
Friedman LPCC-S to work with survivors of narcissistic abuse.



LAUREN HUEBER

MS MFT

I help clients with issues related to anxiety, depression, PTSD and substance
use disorders. My style is down to earth, gentle and always nonjudgmental. I can
help you find peace within yourself and achieve harmony with the world around
you.



CHELSEA STEPHENS

MSW LSW

My greatest hope is to provide a safe, validating space that is non-judgmental
and open for exploration. Through empathy and understanding, my goal is to work
with you to develop a plan that suits your specific needs. I believe we are all
capable of becoming whoever we want to be - we just might need a little help
along the way. I am currently supervised by Mandy Friedman LPCC-S and training
to work with survivors of narcissistic abuse and clients with C-PTSD.



LEAH ABLE

CT

I believe in the power of relationship and connection as the vehicle for
healing. My style is warm, strengths-based and collaborative. I have been
described as authentic, empathic and playful. I am currently supervised by Mandy
Friedman LPCC-S and training to work with survivors of narcissistic abuse and
clients with C-PTSD.



KRISTIN ORR

MA CT

I love hearing people's stories. It's a privilege to hold space for and assist
others as they work to rewrite personal stories that no longer serve them. My
goal is to create a safe space for healing, exploration, and growth. I am
currently supervised by Mandy Friedman LPCC-S and training to work survivors of
narcissistic abuse and clients with C-PTSD.



TABITHA MCKINNEY

CT

I specialize in helping clients reach their full potential by correcting
unhealthy patterns and prioritzing self-care and self-advocacy. My demeanor can
be described as direct and genuine.



MANDY FRIEDMAN

LPCC-S CCDVC CCTP


OUR SERVICES

All services are provided via HIPAA compliant videoconferencing. Please consult
our scheduling service to reserve the session of your choice.

SNAP

Survivors of Narcissistic & Abusive Personalities (S.N.A.P.) is an educational
recovery program for survivors of physical and psychological abuse. The program
is used as a basis for treatment, education, risk assessment and structured
recovery.


CONSULTATION

Meet with an expert to evaluate your circumstances. Locate and address toxic or
abusive personalities in your life. Organizational leaders utilize this service
for the workplace. We will collaborate with you to assess for risk and create a
plan of action.


COACHING

Recovery requires support and affirmation. A recovery coach will guide you as
you continue to face your situation and rebuild your life. Our coaches are
survivors who have faced many of the challenges you may be experiencing.


EDUCATION

We provide education to groups and individuals on the topics of abusive
personalities, targets of abuse, abusive relationships and recovery from abuse.
We can help you to understand the "How" and "Why" of narcissistic and
psychopathic personalities and how they affect their targets.

THERAPY SERVICES

This is a safe, nonjudgmental and therapeutic setting where you can be free to
be yourself while processing life experiences and addressing mental health
issues.


PSYCHOTHERAPY

Your therapist will help you develop skills and techniques geared to help you
achieve your therapeutic goals. We diagnose and treat a variety of mental health
concerns. Therapy can be an effective way of addressing behavioral or mental
health related issues. Your therapist can help you face life's most difficult
challenges.


RELATIONSHIP THERAPY

We can help you develop better communication and deeper understanding with the
people who matter most in your life. This can be familial relationships,
intimate partners or workplace dynamics. Together we will identify and correct
unhealthy patterns while improving the quality of important relationships.


TRAUMA THERAPY

We are trauma-informed, treating survivors of abuse, many of whom have issues
related to traditional or complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD or
C-PTSD). We use a variety of techniques to help clients heal and move forward
after trauma.


SURVIVORS OF NARCISSISTIC & ABUSIVE PERSONALITIES


WHAT IS SNAP?

SNAP is an educational recovery series for survivors of abuse, professionals,
concerned loved ones and anyone with an interest in learning about abusive
relationships. The main purpose of SNAP is to provide education on the topics of
exploitative personalities and narcissistic abuse along with the interactive
components that create the cycle of abusive relationships. This series of
courses also contains information that is vital to building a happy, healthy
life free from abusive and toxic relationships. Through education and gaining an
understanding of these topics, survivors begin to see themselves in a different
light. This shift in perception can ease lingering issues such as self-blame,
distrust of self and others and feeling doomed to repeat the past in future
relationships. The SNAP series covers topics related to abusive personalities,
abusive relationships, targets of abuse and survivors in recovery from abuse.


WHAT IS NARCISSISTIC ABUSE?

Narcissistic Abuse is a specific style of abuse used by various toxic,
manipulative, exploitative and abusive individuals, groups and institutions.
MYTH: Narcissistic abuse is used by people who have Narcissistic Personality
Disorder. TRUTH: Abusive personalities exist on a spectrum which means there are
a variety of abusive personality types that utilize narcissistic abuse in order
to control and destroy their targets.

UNDERSTANDING NARCISSISTIC ABUSE

By Anita,
Survior and SNAP Participant

If you’ve been the target of narcissistic abuse, it can feel like a living
nightmare. But you can get out—and you can recover. That doesn’t mean returning
to the person you were before the abuse. Instead, you can become a thriving,
wiser and more empowered version of yourself. How do I know? Because I’m a
survivor of narcissistic abuse whose healing journey involved education and
inner work supported by SNAP sessions and one-on-one therapy at Clermont Mental
Health. Here are some things I learned along the way.


PORTRAIT OF AN ABUSER

Narcissistic abuse is a particular style of abuse used by manipulative, abusive,
exploitative and predatory people, groups and organizations.

Because they’re so good at deceiving themselves and others, such abusers are
rarely diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder or related conditions.
That’s why it’s helpful to understand the traits and patterns of abusive
personalities.

EXAGGERATED SELF-IMPORTANCE

Narcissistic abusers cultivate a highly inflated notion of their own importance.
Sometimes they come across as arrogant and grandiose. Other times the abuser
seems shy, vulnerable, even self-sacrificing—on the surface. Beneath either
facade lies a fragile self esteem and insatiable need for admiration, also
called narcissistic supply.

UNSTABLE CORE

Narcissistic abusers can seem hard to pin down because they don’t have a stable,
consistent core character—at least, not like people without these disordered
patterns. That’s why narcissistic abusers seem to mirror the interests, values,
and traits of whoever they’re with—then shift on a dime.

NO BOUNDARIES, NO SEPARATION

Narcissistic abusers see people close to them as literal extensions of them.
They cannot tolerate or even fully grasp the notion of other people—especially
their partners—having boundaries (or opinions, or habits or values) all their
own.

Put simply, narcissistic abusers feel like they “own” those close to them. They
can’t stand being told “no,” and they’ll cross seemingly any line to exert
control. Because you are “theirs,” they expect you to conform your behavior—even
your thoughts and feelings—to their preferences.

LACK OF EMPATHY

It’s not that narcissistic abusers don’t perceive or understand other people’s
feelings—in fact, they’re often keenly aware of both how people feel and why.

The difference is they literally just don’t care. Sure, they may sometimes—even
often—act like they care, but only when they have something to gain (or lose).
Usually they’re trying to preserve their image, a relationship with a person or
group, and/or access to material resources.

NARCISSISTIC SUPPLY

If admiration is harder to come by, negative emotions will also serve as
narcissistic supply. This explains why the abuser seems hell-bent on pushing
your buttons. Your tears, anger, and fear—any intense emotion—provides proof of
their importance.

Narcissistic abusers have created grand, elaborate false narratives about
themselves. By constantly pursuing multiple sources of narcissistic supply, they
try to convince themselves that they’re either worthy of extreme admiration or
capable of great mayhem.


ELEMENTS OF NARCISSISTIC ABUSE

LOVE-BOMBING

Narcissistic abusers idealize their targets at first. They shower you with
attention, compliments and gifts, all the while reflecting back whatever they
happen to like about you.

This can feel euphoric and amazing—like you finally met your soulmate!

The problem with people idealizing you is that (sorry to say) you’re not
perfect. No one is. Soon enough, they realize you’re not going to save them from
their own issues through constant, unconditional, and exponentially growing
admiration. At that point, buckle up.

DEVALUATION

At some point, you’ll commit the grave sin of noticing their flaws. Also, no
matter how tolerant and permissive you are, you won’t let them treat you however
they want. This is when devaluation begins.

At this point, they’ll scorch you when you happen to make normal, human
mistakes. But they’ll diminish and ridicule your successes too. After all,
you’re supposed to be the supporting player in their grand show.

Before long, you’re navigating wild accusations and explosive emotions. They’ll
try to bait you into an outburst of your own—so they can label your reaction
“abuse” or “instability” or whatever suits their new narrative.

You slowly change how you speak, act, and even think—all to avoid trouble and
appease them. They often isolate you from friends, family, and anyone they
perceive as a threat. Eventually, you hardly recognize your life—or even the
person you’ve become.

It all happens gradually. They confuse, gaslight, and isolate you, while
sprinkling in moments of kindness and grace to remind you of those happy early
days and keep you hopeful. Above all, they manipulate you into thinking you’ve
brought the abuse upon yourself, and maybe—if you do as they say—you can fix it.

DISCARD

During devaluation (well ok, always), narcissistic abusers tend to seek out and
groom alternative fuel sources. Once they’ve secured a viable replacement, they
often bail—sometimes suddenly.

Maybe they see they’ve pushed you too far, so they leave first to avoid
rejection and abandonment. Usually, you find out they’ve also been smearing you,
spreading false stories about how they’re the victim and you’re the unstable,
unfaithful abuser.

Meanwhile, you’ve been trauma-bonded to this person. Even when you desperately
want to be free of the relationship, this style of abuse can lead to severe
separation anxiety after discard (or escape).


EFFECTS ON SURVIVORS

FEAR AND FAWNING

Because they are master manipulators, narcissistic abusers often succeed in
making you feel fearful, guilty and obligated to them. They literally train you
to appease them, and this leads to people-pleasing (or fawning) tendencies at
home, at work and in other relationships—especially if you feel threatened.

SHAME AND LOW SELF WORTH

After prolonged narcissistic abuse, you may have learned to make yourself
smaller, dimming your own light to avoid the consequences of contradicting or
outshining the abuser. Abusers do their best to shame you into accepting the
false narrative that you’re not worthy of love or success, or even that you
somehow caused or deserved their abuse.

PTSD

You may experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress, including insomnia,
hyper-vigilance (feeling constantly on edge and unsafe), depression, anxiety and
addictive behavior.

Even after you’ve gone no-contact and educated yourself about narcissistic
abuse, these feelings and symptoms can persist for months, even years. This is
why it’s so important to seek out proper support, and why therapy and S.N.A.P.
coaching can help so much.


STEPS TO RECOVERY

Shortly after I broke (mostly) free of my abusive relationship, a fellow
survivor told me about Narcissistic Personality Disorder and related conditions.
I began reading about this style of abuse, and it blew me away to discover an
underlying pattern beneath all that chaos, confusion and misery!

I also found Clermont Mental Health, a trauma-informed therapy resource in my
area that specializes in helping survivors of narcissistic abuse.

THERAPY

When I started trauma therapy sessions through Clermont Mental Health, I felt
like I’d already gotten a PhD in narcissistic abuse. I’d read all about the
tactics abusers use and why, their effects, and how to address them.

My therapy sessions helped me to stop trying to over-analyze my abuse and
recovery. Through one-on-one sessions, I learned that I couldn’t think my way
out of trauma. I also found out that it’s safe and even necessary to actually
feel my feelings. Through trauma-informed talk therapy, I figured out how to
recognize and release the lingering effects of trauma so I could actually
integrate all the great stuff I’ve learned into my life.

If you live in Ohio, you should consider checking out Clermont Mental Health
therapy services. Their licensed professional clinical counselors are survivors
who can diagnose and treat mental health issues—and they accept most major
insurance providers.

SNAP COACHING

Clermont Mental Health also offers coaching services for Survivors of
Narcissistic and Abusive Personalities (S.N.A.P.), by fellow survivors. These
are live, one-on-one video sessions with certified professional counselors who
offer trauma-informed discussion, planning and education focused solely on your
experiences with narcissistic abuse.

SNAP Coaching is open to anyone, regardless of where you live. SNAP Coaches are
not able to diagnose or treat PTSD or other mental health concerns, and they
cannot accept insurance. What they can do is support and empower you through
your recovery process.

Clermont Mental Health counseling services helped me recognize and work through
internalized shame, fear-based patterns, and repressed anger. I’m not sure it’s
possible to overestimate the healing power of sharing your story in a
non-judgmental space—with someone who’s been there and knows how to help.

WHERE TO ACCESS ONLINE SNAP EDUCATIONAL RECOVERY SERIES

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This series includes:

 * SNAP Orientation
 * Abusive Personalities
 * Abusive Relationships
 * Targets of Abuse
 * Survivors in Recovery
 * 8 Stages of Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse

We understand if your financial situation is limiting your access. Please email
us at snap@clermontmentalhealth.care with your name to request a discount code.
We will make the SNAP series affordable for your circumstances.

Additional resources:




PAYMENTS AND INSURANCE

Based on the service and team member we accept both insurance and out of pocket
payments.

PAYMENTS AND INSURANCE

We accept out of pocket payments as well as the following insurance providers at
Clermont Mental Health.

To avoid unexpected costs, confirm your insurance coverage for behavioral health
services prior to your first appointment.









OUR LOCATION

Our Location and General Contact Information

CONTACT INFORMATION

We are located off Beechmont Ave., just behind Beechmont Toyota in Cherry Grove.

431 OHIO PIKE

SUITE 214

CINCINNATI OH 45255

(513) 655 6911

INFO@CLERMONTMENTALHEALTH.CARE


Safety Disclaimer:
At Clermont Mental Health we prioritize our safety and security as we work with
populations who could be considered "at risk." We have 24-hour, remote video
surveillance as well as automated alarm systems. There are cameras in our lobby,
in the parking lot and in the common areas of our office building. While we
specialize in treating survivors of abuse, we are not equipped as, nor do we
claim to be, a domestic violence shelter.

If you are trying to escape an abuser, call:

Women Helping Women at 513-381-5610 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at
1-800-799-7233


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