--- source_url: "https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-deal-with-a-narcissistic-partner/" title: "How to Deal with a Narcissistic Partner" generated_at: 2026-10-03T21:28:47Z host: www.fortwellness.com type: post generator: ael-42a/1.2.0 --- # How to Deal with a Narcissistic Partner # How to Deal with a Narcissistic Partner ##### [By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP](https://www.fortwellness.com/team/therapist-rane-wallace/) ![A counseling office for narcissism.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Counseling-for-Narcissism--650x433.jpg) Do you ever feel like your partner thinks they’re better than you? Or do they always think they’re right? Even when they’re *clearly* wrong? Or do they have an overly exaggerated sense of self-importance. Or do they seem to clearly lack empathy? If these sound familiar, you might be involved with someone showing signs of narcissism. And if that’s the case, these [relationships](https://www.fortwellness.com/communicate-better-in-relationships/) are extremely tricky to navigate – not to mention painful. (Especially if you’re on the receiving end of this behavior.) Today’s blog post discusses how to deal with a narcissistic partner. Keep reading for signs and symptoms to watch for, as well as [strategies](https://www.fortwellness.com/ptsd-counseling-in-fort-worth/) for coping. ## What is a Narcissist? You might have heard the term “narcissism” thrown around – but what does it really mean? Well, narcissism is a personality disorder defined by the DSM. However, not everyone with narcissistic traits has a personality disorder. I’ve seen a recent uptick in social media posts about narcissism and some of what is described doesn’t necessary meet a clinical diagnosis. Only a trained professional that actually spends time with the identified person can diagnose that person and it can be reckless to diagnose someone without a license and for a therapist to speculate on someone they haven’t seen. However, there are a lot of symptoms that are helpful to be informed about. Narcissists often have a high opinion of themselves, love being the center of attention, and have a hard time understanding others’ feelings. And when these behaviors become habitual, it creates a toxic environment that can be emotionally draining. If these behaviors are a common occurrence, it might be worth exploring whether your partner has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). But even if they don’t meet all the criteria for [NPD,](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556001/) that doesn’t mean their narcissistic behavior is okay. And even if they do meet criteria, only a trained professional can diagnose them. ### Signs of Narcissism and Narcissistic Abuse When people think of a narcissist, they often consider someone with a big ego. However, there’s so much more to it than that! The classic signs of narcissism include: - A general lack of empathy or disregard for other people’s feelings or opinions. Said differently, they lack empathy. - A sense of grandiosity and feeling superior to others. (Or only focusing on their needs.) It can be an unreasonably high self of self-importance and require constant and excessive admiration. - Using manipulative behavior or tactics to get what they want. (Oftentimes no matter the cost.) - Gaslighting – when someone makes you question your own sanity. - Consistent arrogant or obnoxious behavior. (Or directly ignoring boundaries because they know what’s best for everyone around them.) - Believing that they deserve and entitled to special treatment. - Being preoccupied with fantasies about success and power. - Be critical of and look down on people that they see as “less than them.” They will mainly only want to hang out with “highly important people.” - Inability to accept criticism. ## How to Recognize Narcissistic Abuse from Your Partner Does being with your partner feel somewhat like an emotional roller coaster? Are the constant ups and downs draining from your own life? If so, you might be experiencing narcissistic abuse. Here are some signs your partner might have narcissistic tendencies: - Love bombing — offering excessive attention that makes you dependent on them or gives them a sense of control in the relationship. - A constant sense of criticism – no matter what you do, they think it’s wrong. - They make you hesitant to set boundaries or [express](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-assertive-communication/) your true feelings. - They encourage you to put distance between yourself and your loved ones. If the majority of these resonate with you, keep reading to learn how an experienced Fort Worth therapist can help cultivate positive change. ## How to Deal with A Narcissist Partner: Support from A Fort Worth Counselor Living on eggshells is difficult – but there are ways to effect change for the better! And that’s where [Karen Blandino](https://www.fortwellness.com/team/therapist-karen-blandino/) can help. As a certified narcissistic abuse treatment clinician, she’ll empower you with the tools you need to feel better. With her special training, Karen offers a listening ear to people who’ve been through tough times in narcissistic or difficult relationships. She uses techniques like [EMDR](https://www.fortwellness.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-emdr-therapy/), Narrative Therapy, CBT, Solution Focus, and Trauma Therapy to help patients heal and move forward. Want to know more about how Karen can help you? [Get in touch](https://www.fortwellness.com/contact-us/) with our team today. 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[![questions to strengthen your relationship](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-emma-bauso-3585811-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/strengthen-relationship-questions/)Therapy ### [ 32 Questions to Strengthen Your Relationship ](https://www.fortwellness.com/strengthen-relationship-questions/) 32 Questions to Strengthen Your Relationship By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation with your partner? Intimate conversations build trust and compassion, which deepen your connection and strengthen your relationship. So, if you need help initiating deep(er) conversations, today’s blog [![fawn response](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6003561-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/fawn-response/)Therapy ### [ The Fawn Response: How Trauma Can Lead to People Pleasing ](https://www.fortwellness.com/fawn-response/) The Fawn Response: How Trauma Can Lead to People Pleasing By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Do you often find yourself putting the needs and concerns of others before your own? This might be something known as the fawn response. Most people are familiar with the fight, flight, or [![hangxiety](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-polina-tankilevitch-8212114-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/hangxiety/)Therapy ### [ How to Overcome ‘Hangxiety’ (Post-Drinking Anxiety) ](https://www.fortwellness.com/hangxiety/) How to Overcome ‘Hangxiety’ (Post-Drinking Anxiety) By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Thought the consequences of drinking heavily were merely physical? Unfortunately, you’ll have to think again. ‘Hangxiety‘ (aka post-drinking anxiety) is a hangover symptom for approximately 22% of people under the age of 30. What is Hangxiety? While [![box breathing](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-Facebook-Post-Landscape-1-300x251.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-box-breathing/)Therapy ### [ What Is Box Breathing? Plus Tips for Beginners ](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-box-breathing/) What is Box Breathing? Plus Tips for Beginners By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Ever heard of box breathing? This popular relaxation technique involves taking slow, deep breaths. And while it might not sound like much, there are numerous health benefits. Research shows that practicing controlled, deep breathing positively [![mindfulness exercises for anxiety](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-mikael-blomkvist-4151865-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/mindfulness-exercises-for-anxiety/)Therapy ### [ Do Mindfulness Exercises for Anxiety Work? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/mindfulness-exercises-for-anxiety/) Do Mindfulness Exercises for Anxiety Work? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Do mindfulness exercises for anxiety work? If you (or people in your life) are struggling with chronic stress or worry, then you’ve probably asked yourself that question. Anxious feelings significantly impact everyday life. However, mindfulness practices have [![A female with her hands over her head](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Trauma-Bonding-300x200.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-trauma-bonding/)Therapy ### [ What is Trauma Bonding? 4 Warning Signs ](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-trauma-bonding/) What is Trauma Bonding? 4 Warning Signs By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP If you’ve ever been in an abusive relationship and felt bonded with (or sympathetic towards) your abuser, you likely experienced something known as trauma bonding. As mental health professionals, our team will help you understand what [![crying benefits](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4471315-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/why-do-we-cry-4-reasons-and-crying-benefits/)Therapy ### [ Why Do We Cry? 4 Reasons and Crying Benefits ](https://www.fortwellness.com/why-do-we-cry-4-reasons-and-crying-benefits/) Why Do We Cry? 4 Reasons and Crying Benefits By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP There’s no getting around it – crying is part of the human experience. And while every human cries a different amount, most of us aren’t fully aware of the reasons why (or the surprising [![habit stacking](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-ron-lach-10554471-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/habit-stacking/)Therapy ### [ What Is Habit Stacking? (And How to Do It) ](https://www.fortwellness.com/habit-stacking/) What Is Habit Stacking? (And How to Do It)​ By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Supporting our mental health is one of those goals that we’re constantly striving for. However, it also happens to be a goal that’s usually easier said than done. As licensed professional therapists, our team [![living with someone with OCD](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-ketut-subiyanto-4245957-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/5-tips-for-living-with-someone-with-ocd/)Therapy ### [ 5 Tips for Living with Someone with OCD ](https://www.fortwellness.com/5-tips-for-living-with-someone-with-ocd/) 5 Tips for Living with Someone with OCD By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP While living with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) can be demanding, living with someone with OCD is an entirely different challenge. And how roommates, family members, and spouses choose to support their loved ones with OCD is [![what is assertive communication?](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-4049960-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-assertive-communication/)Therapy ### [ What Is Assertive Communication? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-assertive-communication/) What is Assertive Communication? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP So, what is assertive communication? Well, in a nutshell, this communication style aims to express an individual’s needs openly, confidently, and positively without violating the other person in the conversation. And by doing so, it can strengthen your relationships, [![PTSD Counseling Fort Worth, TX](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-rodnae-productions-7468199-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/ptsd-counseling-in-fort-worth/)Therapy ### [ PTSD Counseling in Fort Worth: Proven Coping Strategies ](https://www.fortwellness.com/ptsd-counseling-in-fort-worth/) PTSD Counseling in Fort Worth: Proven Coping Strategies By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP For those who didn’t already know, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder stemming from disturbing or frightening events. Generally, symptoms include experiencing intense, troubling thoughts and feelings long after the traumatic event has [![brainspotting vs. emdr](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-angela-roma-7480009-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/brainspotting-vs-emdr/)Therapy ### [ Brainspotting vs. EMDR: What’s the Difference? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/brainspotting-vs-emdr/) Brainspotting vs. EMDR: What’s the Difference? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP According to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, 70% of American adults experience some type of traumatic event. However, trauma therapy therapeutic modalities, such as EMDR and brainspotting, helps folks cope with those emotional and physical responses. If [![Mindfulness Exercises to Strengthen Your Recovery](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760611-300x220.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/mindfulness-exercises-to-strengthen-recovery/)Therapy ### [ Mindfulness Exercises to Strengthen Recovery ](https://www.fortwellness.com/mindfulness-exercises-to-strengthen-recovery/) Mindfulness Exercises to Strengthen Your Recovery By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you recovering from alcohol and/or substance abuse? Self-improvement is a life-long journey, and recovery comes with both ups and downs. If you’ve noticed that your initial enthusiasm is starting to fade, mindfulness exercises might provide that [![Fort Worth Therapist](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-alex-green-5699431-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/counselor-fort-worth/)Therapy ### [ How to Find a Counselor Fort Worth ](https://www.fortwellness.com/counselor-fort-worth/) How to Find a Counselor in Fort Worth By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you considering therapy? If so, finding a counselor in Fort Worth for you is the first hurdle to cross. It doesn’t matter whether you’re looking to heal from trauma, mend a relationship, overcome anxiety, [![how to not be codependent in a relationship](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-anete-lusina-5723261-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-not-be-codependent-in-a-relationship/)Therapy ### [ How to Not Be Codependent in a Relationship ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-not-be-codependent-in-a-relationship/) How To Not Be Codependent In A Relationship By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Wondering how to not be codependent in a relationship? Sometimes known as “relationship addiction,” codependency is a behavioral condition impeding someone’s ability to develop a healthy, mutually satisfying relationship. Codependent relationships are incredibly common among [![Parental Anxiety](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2023-02-20-at-12.37.21-PM-300x200.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/parental-anxiety/)Therapy ### [ What Is Parental Anxiety? Coping Tips from a Therapist ](https://www.fortwellness.com/parental-anxiety/) What is Parental Anxiety? Coping Tips from a Therapist By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Every parent wants to shield their child from danger and keep them out of harm’s way. And of course, having children means coping with a multitude of stressors – hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and [![EMDR therapy Fort Worth, Texas](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/amanda-dalbjorn-UbJMy92p8wk-unsplash-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/emdr-therapy-fort-worth/)Therapy ### [ What is EMDR Therapy? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/emdr-therapy-fort-worth/) What is EMDR Therapy? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Ever heard of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy? More commonly known as EMDR, this revolutionary mental health treatment alleviates the symptoms and distress associated with traumatic memories. As EMDR-trained professionals, our team is revealing everything you need to [![tips to sleep better at night](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/megan-te-boekhorst-3sn9MUlx2ZE-unsplash-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/tips-to-sleep-better-at-night/)Therapy ### [ 8 Proven Tips to Sleep Better at Night (And Improve Your Mental Health) ](https://www.fortwellness.com/tips-to-sleep-better-at-night/) 8 Proven Tips to Sleep Better at Night (and Improve Your Mental Health) By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Struggling with restless nights and weary mornings? If so, you’re not alone. Almost half of all Americans report daytime sleepiness between 3 and 7 days per week. And 35.2% of [![How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/william-hook-9e9PD9blAto-unsplash-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-have-a-healthy-relationship-with-social-media/)Therapy ### [ How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-have-a-healthy-relationship-with-social-media/) How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP In today’s world, there’s no escaping the presence of social media. More than half the world (4.7 billion people – or 59% of us) are using social media, and 227 million users logged on [![Counseling Office at Fort Wellness Counseling](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Individual-Counseling-Fort-Worth-Texas-Fort-Wellness-300x199.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-the-goal-of-psychotherapy/)Therapy ### [ What Is the Goal of Psychotherapy? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-is-the-goal-of-psychotherapy/) What Is The Goal of Psychotherapy? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Have you been considering psychotherapy? The start of a new year is a terrific time to invest in your mental health. And while it’s previously been stigmatized, it’s not at all uncommon for people to talk to [![Brainspotting therapy for trauma release](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/robina-weermeijer-3KGF9R_0oHs-unsplash-300x169.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/brainspotting-therapy/)Therapy ### [ What Is Brainspotting Therapy? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/brainspotting-therapy/) What is Brainspotting Therapy? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Brainspotting therapy is a kind of alternative therapy that is gaining immense popularity in the field. Using the spots in a person’s vision, brainspotting helps people process and release trauma. Here at Fort Wellness Counseling, we use this technique [![2 Wedding Rings on a newspaper](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-12-06-at-8.07.16-AM-300x199.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/7-strategies-for-affair-recovery/)Therapy ### [ Healing After an Affair: 7 Strategies for Affair Recovery ](https://www.fortwellness.com/7-strategies-for-affair-recovery/) Healing After an Affair: 7 Strategies for Affair Recovery Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP It doesn’t matter who you are – working through an affair is tough. (And this is especially true during the holidays). Overcoming infidelity requires intense energy and vulnerability on both sides. However, affair recovery not [![a person practicing gratitude and enjoying the benefits of it.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-11-28-at-8.30.46-AM-300x224.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/benefits-of-gratitude/)Therapy ### [ 12 Benefits of Gratitude ](https://www.fortwellness.com/benefits-of-gratitude/) 12 Benefits of Gratitude By: Rane Wallace, LPC, LCDC, SAP With Thanksgiving coming to a close, we thought it was fitting to explore the link between gratitude and mental well-being. From gratitude journaling to evening prayers, this practice can mean different things to different people. But regardless of what it [![a female suffering from seasonal depression.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-11-15-at-2.06.27-PM-300x168.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-avoid-seasonal-depression/)Therapy ### [ How to Avoid Seasonal Depression ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-avoid-seasonal-depression/) How to Avoid Seasonal Depression By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Daylight savings has officially come and gone. For most of us, this means the days have gotten shorter, and those dreaded “winter blues” are starting to kick in. The “winter blues” are simply another name for seasonal affective [![A couple sitting on a rock with mountains in the background.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/timo-stern-EvcUtLF12XQ-unsplash-300x169.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-keep-your-relationship-strong-and-healthy/)Therapy ### [ Top 10 Ways for How To Keep Your Relationship Strong and Healthy ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-keep-your-relationship-strong-and-healthy/) Top 10 Ways for How To Keep Your Relationship Strong and Healthy By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Relationships can be tricky whether you’re dating, married, or amid something complicated. We’ve all heard that maintaining healthy (and happy!) relationships takes work. However, what does that really mean? If you’re [![Scrabble pieces that say inhale, exhale and repeat.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/brett-jordan-osYax0ZmZRk-unsplash-300x225.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/10-best-ways-to-calm-yourself-down/)Therapy ### [ 10 Best Ways to Calm Yourself Down ](https://www.fortwellness.com/10-best-ways-to-calm-yourself-down/) 10 Best Ways to Calm Yourself Down Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP When we’re navigating social media, complex relationships, and performance pressures, it’s easy for humans to become overwhelmed. And if you struggle with anxiety or another mental health condition, this can be especially hard. When you feel yourself [![A couple arguing and pointing fingers at one another during conflict.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/a-couple-discussing-boundaries-300x169.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-set-boundaries/)Therapy ### [ How to Set Boundaries Between Family Members ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-set-boundaries/) How to Set Boundaries Between Family Members By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Learning how to set boundaries between family members is imperative. From in-laws to siblings to second cousins, our familial relationships significantly impact our mental health status. Not only that, but the way we communicate with family [![A sign in the mountain showing that answers are near.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Quarter-Life-Crisis-300x167.png)](https://www.fortwellness.com/quarter-life-crisis/)Therapy ### [ Understanding the Quarter-Life Crisis – 7 Symptoms and Tips ](https://www.fortwellness.com/quarter-life-crisis/) Understanding the Quarter-Life Crisis By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP You’ve probably heard of the ominous mid-life crisis, right? Having been stereotyped in plenty of movies, it is a transitional period where individuals struggle with their identity and/or self-confidence. But what about the quarter-life crisis? Studies show that about [![8 empty alcohol bottles showing that someone has a problem with alcohol.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/alcohol-bottles-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/alcoholism-warning-signs/)Therapy ### [ Am I An Alcoholic? 6 Warning Signs of Alcoholism ](https://www.fortwellness.com/alcoholism-warning-signs/) Am I An Alcoholic? 6 Warning Signs of Alcoholism By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Be honest, what comes to mind when you think of alcoholism? Is it homelessness? Getting a DUI? Pouring shots of whiskey into your morning coffee? Besides, what are some warning signs of alcoholism and [![A man that is stressed and anxious](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/anxiety-and-stress-management-blog-article-picture-300x225.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/coping-skills-for-anxiety-and-stress/)Therapy ### [ Coping Skills for Anxiety and Stress Management Techniques ](https://www.fortwellness.com/coping-skills-for-anxiety-and-stress/) Top Coping Skills for Anxiety and Stress Management By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Being well into our second year of a global pandemic, it’s probably no surprise to hear that our stress, burnout, and anxiety levels are at an all-time high. Whether it be from work overload, financial [![A journal with a pen on it](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/journaling-prompt-picture-writing-300x225.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/mental-health-journaling-prompts/)Therapy ### [ 5 Self-Care Journaling Prompts for Mental Health ](https://www.fortwellness.com/mental-health-journaling-prompts/) 5 Self-Care Journaling Prompts for Mental Health By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP In the world we live in today, mental health struggles are incredibly common. Millions of people are affected by mental illnesses each year. Studies suggest that 1 in 4 people will experience one in their lifetime. [![clock on a wall](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/ocean-ng-L0xOtAnv94Y-unsplash-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/waiting-before-counseling/)Therapy ### [ What to Do While You Wait for Counseling ](https://www.fortwellness.com/waiting-before-counseling/) What to Do While You Wait for Counseling By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP From problems with anxiety to depression to addiction problems, there are many reasons why you might make an appointment with a counselor. So, how long should you expect to wait before your first session? Depending [![A women that is pregnant and showing.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/postpartum-depression-picture-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/postpartum-depression/)Therapy ### [ What is Postpartum Depression? (And How to Overcome It) ](https://www.fortwellness.com/postpartum-depression/) What is Postpartum Depression? (And How to Overcome It) By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Have you or a loved one recently had a baby? If so, then you might already know how becoming a parent can trigger all sorts of feelings. From excitement and joy to overwhelming anxiety, [![A female that is stressed out.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/elisa-ventur-bmJAXAz6ads-unsplash-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/stress-on-your-body/)Therapy ### [ The Effect of Stress on Your Body ](https://www.fortwellness.com/stress-on-your-body/) The Effects of Stress on Your Body By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you feeling stressed out? Overwhelmed? Increasingly anxious? If so, you aren’t alone. The American Psychological Association conducted a poll that revealed Americans’ stress levels are on the rise. Why? Well, you might not be surprised [![A male that is experiencing a panic attack and severe anxiety.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Person-experiencing-a-panic-attack-300x200.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-stop-a-panic-attack/)Therapy ### [ How to Stop a Panic Attack ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-stop-a-panic-attack/) How to Stop a Panic Attack: 9 Strategies By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP If you’ve experienced a panic attack, then you know how overwhelming, unpredictable, and scary it can feel. However, it is important to recognize that you’re not alone. Panic attacks are relatively common, and the NIH [![A person working from home.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Working-from-Home-Mental-Health-Blog-Article-Picture-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/mental-health-working-from-home/)Therapy ### [ Mental Health and Working from Home ](https://www.fortwellness.com/mental-health-working-from-home/) Does Working from Home Affect Your Mental Health? By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Working from home can play a huge role on your mental health. There’s no denying that the past few years have been different to say the least. From navigating a global pandemic, to altering our [![A male that is addicted to porn and looking on his computer.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Porn-Addiction-Therapy-Picture-300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/porn-addiction-therapists/)Therapy ### [ 8 Signs You Are Addicted to Porn ](https://www.fortwellness.com/porn-addiction-therapists/) 8 Signs You Are Addicted to Porn (And How It Ruins Relationships) By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP As a porn addiction therapist, I have seen a steady rise of problematic porn use throughout the last several years in Fort Worth. You might not think that it is a [![A female wondering if she should attend therapy or not.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Do-I-need-therapy-picture--300x200.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/do-i-need-therapy/)Therapy ### [ Do I Need Therapy? 8 Signs You Should See a Therapist ](https://www.fortwellness.com/do-i-need-therapy/) Do I Need Therapy? 8 Signs You Should See a Therapist By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you stuck in a rut and having a hard time shaking it? Or maybe you’re having a hard time concentrating at work? Have you found yourself losing interest in people and [![A laptop on a couch in a counseling office.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/blog-picture-225x300.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-help-someone-depressed/)Therapy ### [ 8 Tips for How to Help Someone Depressed ](https://www.fortwellness.com/how-to-help-someone-depressed/) 8 Tips for How to Help Someone Depressed By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you wanting to know how to help someone depressed? One of the key elements of friendship is giving and receiving support. Especially when they are depressed or going through a difficult time. But some [![A journal to use for writing down different ways to manage and cope with stress](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Coping-Skills-for-Stress-Picture-300x169.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/15-coping-skills-for-stress-management/)Therapy ### [ 15 Coping Skills for Stress Management ](https://www.fortwellness.com/15-coping-skills-for-stress-management/) 15 Coping Skills for Stress Management By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP While I hate to say it, stress is something that will pretty much always be there in your life. You certainly have it in your life, whether it is due to life events, daily stressors, or other [![A girl relaxing on a swing.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/A-girl-relaxing-on-a-swing.--300x251.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/therapy-coping-skills/)Therapy ### [ 10 Helpful Coping Skills for Dealing with Difficult Times ](https://www.fortwellness.com/therapy-coping-skills/) 10 Helpful Coping Skills for Dealing with Difficult Times By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Attending individual counseling sessions with a therapist can help you learn more helpful therapy coping skills and coping mechanisms to get through difficult times. The Covid-19 pandemic has negatively impacted people’s mental health in substantial [![A male that is experiencing FOMO - the fear of missing out.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/FOMO-Coping-with-The-Fear-Of-Missing-Out-300x300.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/fear-of-missing-out/)Therapy ### [ 8 Tips for Coping with FOMO – The Fear of Missing Out ](https://www.fortwellness.com/fear-of-missing-out/) 8 Tips for Coping with FOMO – The Fear of Missing Out By: Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP In this article, I’m going to discuss a problem that is continuing to get worse in our society. It’s called FOMO. I’m sure you have heard about it. You probably know [![Fort Worth Christian Counseling](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Christian-Counseling-Approach-to-Mental-Health-Therapy-Fort-Wellness-Counseling-300x300.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-christian-counseling/)Guest Blog Post ### [ A Christian Counseling Approach to Mental Health Therapy ](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-christian-counseling/) A Christian Counseling Approach to Mental Health Therapy Guest Post by Joel Peterson, M.A., L.P.C. What is mental health? Achieving your goals? Mental health and achieving your goals usually go hand in hand. You know your goals; “I want to be sober.” “I want to be happy.” “I want to [![A happy couple that have attended therapy with a therapist in Fort Worth.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Therapist-Strategies-for-Helping-Couples-300x251.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-marriage-counselor/)Guest Blog Post ### [ Strategies for Helping Couples In and Out of Therapy ](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-marriage-counselor/) Strategies for Helping Couples In and Out of Therapy Guest Post by Zully Shultz, MS, LMFT As a relationship therapist and marriage counselor in Fort Worth, I’m sometimes met with couples who admit they have dragged their feet to schedule their initial appointment. One or both partners share they have [![A few plants on a console table at Fort Wellness Counseling](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1839-300x225.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/building-habits-in-therapy/)Therapy ### [ Therapy with Fort Worth Therapists: Building Good Habits and Routines ](https://www.fortwellness.com/building-habits-in-therapy/) Therapy with Fort Worth Therapists: Building Good Habits and Routines Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Attending therapy with Fort Worth Therapists can help you improve your habits and build healthier routines. Did you know that building routines and habits are especially important when it comes to improving your mental [![Succulents showing a decorative background with the words cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) on the front.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Cognitive-Behavioral-Therapy-in-Fort-Worth-TX-Fort-Wellness-Counseling-300x176.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/)Therapy ### [ A Guide to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Common Techniques ](https://www.fortwellness.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/) A Guide to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Common Techniques Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP In this article, I’ll briefly discuss what Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is and list some of the common techniques utilized in this type of therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most widely used therapeutic [![A female that is anxious with the sun setting in the background. 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I’ll discuss how [![A wave showing that long-term sobriety from drugs and alcohol is possible.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/Simple-Chill-Nature-Creative-Desktop-Wallpaper-300x169.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/outpatient-alcohol-rehab-fort-worth/)Guest Blog Post ### [ Recovering from Drugs and Alcohol – Maintaining Sobriety in Fort Worth ](https://www.fortwellness.com/outpatient-alcohol-rehab-fort-worth/) Recovering from Drugs and Alcohol – Maintaining Sobriety in Fort Worth Guest Post by Neal Williams Today, I want to discuss the topic of Recovery. Before we go any further, please know that everything written here is based on my personal experience. After 12 years in active addiction and over [![A female showing that she's grateful by putting her hands across her heart.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/FB_IMG_16365603936303008-300x300.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-depression-treatment/)Guest Blog Post ### [ Thanksgiving and Gratitude – Fort Worth Therapy Facts ](https://www.fortwellness.com/fort-worth-depression-treatment/) Thanksgiving and Gratitude – Fort Worth Therapy Facts Guest Post by Amanda Averbeck, MS, LMFT-Associate I often see social media posts for 30 days of gratitude in the month of November. It is easy to adopt the attitude of gratitude when there is a holiday dedicated to the practice, but [![Fort Wellness Counseling in Fort Worth Blog Article Picture](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/HomeBG_w927x650-300x210.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/the-continuum-of-addiction-and-when-to-reach-out-for-help/)Therapy ### [ The Continuum of Addiction and When to Reach Out For Help ](https://www.fortwellness.com/the-continuum-of-addiction-and-when-to-reach-out-for-help/) The Continuum of Addiction and When to Reach Out For Help Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Many people have a difficult time truly understanding the continuum of addiction, through either drugs and or alcohol. It seems almost impossible to comprehend why some people become addicted to drugs and alcohol [![A mural in Fort Worth, Texas near the Fort Wellness Counseling office.](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/mural-fort-worth-art-cowboy-e1661722845245-300x175.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/helpful-things-to-know-about-depression/)Therapy ### [ Helpful Things to Know About Depression ](https://www.fortwellness.com/helpful-things-to-know-about-depression/) Helpful Things to Know About Depression Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP In this article, I’ll define what depression is and summarize the most common type of depression, major depressive disorder. I’ll provide you with a list of symptoms of depression, so you know what to look out for. After [![A mural in Fort Worth that is near the office](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/mural-love-the-fort-e1661722721150-300x181.jpeg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/when-should-i-attend-therapy-with-therapists-in-fort-worth/)Therapy ### [ When Should I Attend Therapy with Therapists in Fort Worth? ](https://www.fortwellness.com/when-should-i-attend-therapy-with-therapists-in-fort-worth/) When Should I Attend Therapy with Therapists in Fort Worth? Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP Are you not sure if you should attend therapy with a therapist in Fort Worth? 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I created this article to help make finding [![The office couch where clients sit at Fort Wellness Counseling](https://www.fortwellness.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC_7724-300x199.jpg)](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-to-expect-at-your-first-therapy-session/)3 Part Series ### [ What To Expect At Your First Therapy Session At Fort Wellness Counseling – Part 3 ](https://www.fortwellness.com/what-to-expect-at-your-first-therapy-session/) What to Expect at Your First Session of Therapy at Fort Wellness Counseling with Our Fort Worth Based Therapist and Counselor Part 3 of 3 Rane Wallace, MS, LPC, LCDC, SAP If you have never attended a counseling session with a therapist before, you might be curious about what to