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Join Dr. Ramani Durvasula — New York Times best-selling author and the world’s leading expert on narcissistic abuse — for an exclusive Clinical Training Retreat at Waters Edge Resort & Spa in Westbrook, CT or LIVE Online.


When it comes to narcissistic and emotional abuse, standard therapies simply aren’t enough.

This trauma is complex, often invisible, and requires a completely different approach—one that few clinicians truly understand.

Back by popular demand, Dr. Ramani, the world’s leading expert on narcissism and antagonistic relationships, is bringing her proven treatment roadmap directly to your practice through an exclusive CE retreat.

At this immersive experience, you’ll gain mastery in identifying and treating the unique trauma of narcissistic abuse, the kind that leaves no visible scars but devastates lives.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Navigate the complexity and misconceptions surrounding narcissistic abuse
  • Apply trauma-informed and antagonism-informed models of care
  • Handle ethical challenges and high-stakes cases with confidence
  • Support clients through legal, financial, and family fallout
  • And so much more

This is the training every therapist needs if you work with couples, families, domestic violence cases, or clients trapped in soul-crushing relationships.

Join us in person at a stunning coastal resort with CE credits, catered breakfasts and lunches, and free afternoons to relax and explore or LIVE online from anywhere in the world.

Spots are limited and will sell out fast. Register risk-free today and save up to $500!

Your clients deserve this. Your practice needs this. You can’t afford to miss it.

 

3-Day Narcissistic Abuse & Recovery Retreat with Ramani Durvasula
Healing Trauma & Breaking the Cycles of Emotionally Abusive Relationships


LIVE in Waters Edge Resort & Spa -Westbrook, CT or LIVE Online
November 4-6, 2026

In-person seats are LIMITED. Save your spot now!

REGISTER EARLY and SAVE UP TO $500!
Offer ends 10/13/2026


Join LIVE In-Person
★ Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee/Tea Included!
★ Deeply discounted room rates at Waters Edge Resort and Spa!
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays for 30 Days
★ Hands-on experiential learning with Dr. Ramani
★ Free afternoons to explore the beautiful resort and amenities

$1,299.99 $799.99
Join LIVE Online
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays available for 30 Days
★ Attend from anywhere – real-time chat + Q&A
★ Experiential exercises & community connection




$799.99 $399.99
Join Live Online!
Click here for Credit details | Click here for virtual CE credit details

Can’t attend live? No problem!
Purchase the complete recording package for lifetime access and self-study CE credits.
Get the Complete Recording Package Here!

Click here to register as the coordinator for the in-person event.

Click here for in-person cancellation policy details
The LINE DC

Get Special Retreat Room Rates Just for Attendees!

Waters edge is a full‑service beachfront resort and spa set along the shores of Long Island Sound, featuring a luxury spa, multiple waterfront restaurants and bars, indoor and outdoor pools, private white‑sand beach access, fitness center, tennis courts, on‑site shops, beautifully landscaped grounds, and year‑round entertainment—plus endless space to relax, unwind, and enjoy the stunning Connecticut shoreline.

The perfect place for therapists to unwind, relax, and grow as a professional at the same time. Feel free to extend your stay before and after the retreat at our special retreat-only rates!

Register today!


Waters Edge Resort & Spa
1525 Boston Post Road
Wetbrook, CT 06498
(800) 222-5901  
Rooms start at $199/night. Don’t delay! Our special room rates expire October 3, 2026, or until the room block is full. Space is limited and the hotel will book quickly.


Live Retreat Schedule
All times listed in U.S. Eastern Time (ET)
Includes two 15-minute breaks on day 1 and 2, and one 15-minute break on day 3
 

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

7:15–8:30 am - Catered Breakfast (included)

8:30 am–12:00 pm:

  • Case Presentation
  • Understanding and Assessing Narcissism and Antagonism
  • Common Patterns, Behaviors, and Relationship Dynamics
  • Shame and Vulnerability in Narcissism
  • Neurodivergence vs. other Mental Health Issues vs. Antagonism
  • Revisiting Case and Q&A

12:00–1:15 pm - Catered Lunch (included)

1:15–3:30 pm:

  • Case Presentation
  • Narcissistic Relationship Cycle and Abuse Tactics
  • Attachment, Connection, and Betrayal Blindness
  • Trauma Bonding, Cognitive Dissonance, and Safety in Relationships
  • Client Responses and Strategies for Safety
  • Working with the Fallout of Narcissistic Abuse
  • Revisiting Case and Q&A

Thursday, November 5, 2026

7:15–8:30 am - Catered Breakfast (included)

8:30 am–12:00 pm:

  • Case Presentation
  • Antagonism-Informed Treatment Approach
  • Creating the Treatment Map
  • Key Phases of NA/ARS Treatment
  • Best Practices: Safety, Assessment, and Agency
  • Revisiting Case and Q&A

12:00–1:15 pm - Catered Lunch (included)

1:15–3:30 pm:

  • Case Simulation and Treatment Planning
  • Key Principles to Effective Treatment
  • Enhancing Strengths and Protective Factors
  • Facilitating Post-Traumatic Growth and Resilience
  • Small-Group Case Discussion
  • Q&A

Friday, November 6, 2026 (Half Day)

7:15–8:30 am - Catered Breakfast (included)

8:30–11:15 am:

  • Case Presentation
  • Cultural Competency and Intersectional Awareness
  • Legal and Ethical Challenges in NA/ARS Work
  • Therapist Well-Being and Avoiding Burnout
  • Closing and Q&A

Click here for course outline and objectives

Total: Up to 13 LIVE CE Hours

Register Now – Get Instant Access to an Exclusive Bonus Training
Demystifying Narcissism was recorded LIVE at the 2025 Psychotherapy Networker Symposium in Washington D.C.


Demystifying Narcissism

Dr. Ramani teamed up with Wendy Behary, acclaimed author of Disarming the Narcissist, for a one-time workshop cutting through the myths around narcissism and sharing their insights into how they each approach this topic from different perspectives.

Earn up to 1.75 Self-Study CE hours.

Get immediate access when you register in-person or online today!

Demystifying Narcissism

3-Day Narcissistic Abuse & Recovery Retreat with Ramani Durvasula
Healing Trauma & Breaking the Cycles of Emotionally Abusive Relationships

LIVE in Waters Edge Resort & Spa -Westbrook, CT or LIVE Online
November 4-6, 2026

In-person seats are LIMITED. Save your spot now!

REGISTER EARLY and SAVE UP TO $500!
Offer ends 10/13/2026


Join LIVE In-Person
★ Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee/Tea Included!
★ Deeply discounted room rates at Waters Edge Resort and Spa!
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays for 30 Days
★ Hands-on experiential learning with Dr. Ramani
★ Free afternoons to explore the beautiful resort and amenities

$1,299.99 $799.99
Join LIVE Online
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays available for 30 Days
★ Attend from anywhere – real-time chat + Q&A
★ Experiential exercises & community connection




$799.99 $399.99
Join Live Online!
Click here for Credit details | Click here for virtual CE credit details

Can’t attend live? No problem!
Purchase the complete recording package for lifetime access and self-study CE credits.
Get the Complete Recording Package Here!

Click here to register as the coordinator for the in-person event.

Click here for in-person cancellation policy details
A Personal Invitation from Dr. Ramani Durvasula

As a psychologist, author, researcher, and educator, I've been leading the efforts in and outside our field to help clients experiencing the harms of narcissistic and antagonistic relationships.

And now I'm excited to invite you to join me for this first-of-its-kind LIVE retreat experience where we’ll get to the heart of how I treat these individuals.

…that will equip you to provide effective care for clients experiencing narcissistic and antagonistic relationships.

Join me and you'll get access to my most in-depth insights, complemented by real-world case scenarios that provide the practical guidance you need when working with clients experiencing these relationships.

This is your unique opportunity to be equipped with a comprehensive and customizable treatment framework, so you feel empowered to meet these clients where they are at.

I'm so thrilled to have you join me LIVE in-person or online, and heartened to know that more clinicians will be prepared to work with a group of clients that has long been underserved!

Sincerely,

Dr. Ramani

Meet Your Incredible Trainer


Ramani Durvasula
Ramani Durvasula, PhD, is a psychologist and retired tenured professor at California State University, Los Angeles. In her acclaimed clinician-focused publications—Should I Stay or Should I Go (2017), Don’t You Know Who I Am? (2019) and her most recent It’s Not You (2024)—she distills decades of empirical work into practical frameworks for identifying and treating narcissistic and entitlement-driven dynamics in therapy. Her trademark model for recognizing narcissistic abuse patterns has become foundational in many clinicians’ toolkits.

As the creator and host of the award-winning iHeart podcast Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani, she offers weekly deep-dives—often featuring high-profile guests like Evan Rachel Wood—into the interpersonal and intrapsychic processes that fuel toxic relationships, modeling expert listening and reframing strategies for therapists working with survivors of narcissistic abuse.

A magnetic media presence, Dr. Durvasula has appeared on Red Table Talk, Good Morning America, Today Show and networks ranging from Bravo (where she led group therapy on “Thintervention”) to National Geographic and the History Channel. She’s delivered keynote addresses at TEDx Sedona and SXSW, translating complex research into accessible insights that resonate with both professionals and the public. In her thriving private practices in Santa Monica and Sherman Oaks, she continues to mentor clinicians and refine interventions that bridge rigorous scholarship with real-world clinical impact.

Click here for information about Ramani Durvasula


Plus Special Guest Speaker


Dr. Catherine Barrett
Dr. Catherine Barrett is a licensed clinical forensic psychologist, based out of Los Angeles, California. She first gained clinical experience after graduating from University of Southern California in 2009, with a masters degree in marriage and family therapy. Through her training and experience, she has worked with marginalized communities, committed to social justice in mental health, and has developed a practice that is not only cross-culturally competent, but affirmative.

Clinical training and populations include addiction recovery, LGBTQ+, domestic and intimate partner violence, chronic mental illness, and narcissistic personality disorder. Dr. Barrett specializes in narcissistic abuse recovery.

Click here for information about Catherine Barrett
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What You Get When You Register Today

• All-access pass to Dr. Ramani’s 3-Day Retreat – completely LIVE and interactive In-person or Online with up to 13 LIVE CE Hours

• Catered breakfast and lunch included

• Deeply discounted room rates at Waters Edge Resort & Spa

• Manual of all the slides, handouts, scripts, and worksheets from the presenter – yours to keep forever and to use with clients.

• FREE 30-days unlimited replay access to the full training for both in-person and virtual attendees to review at your convenience so you don’t miss a thing!

• Immediate access to a bonus workshop with Dr. Ramani & Wendy Behary (up to 1.75 CE credits included!)

3-Day Narcissistic Abuse & Recovery Retreat with Ramani Durvasula
Healing Trauma & Breaking the Cycles of Emotionally Abusive Relationships

LIVE in Waters Edge Resort & Spa -Westbrook, CT or LIVE Online
November 4-6, 2026

In-person seats are LIMITED. Save your spot now!

REGISTER EARLY and SAVE UP TO $500!
Offer ends 10/13/2026


Join LIVE In-Person
★ Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee/Tea Included!
★ Deeply discounted room rates at Waters Edge Resort and Spa!
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays for 30 Days
★ Hands-on experiential learning with Dr. Ramani
★ Free afternoons to explore the beautiful resort and amenities

$1,299.99 $799.99
Join LIVE Online
★ Up to 13 LIVE CE hours
★ Up to 1.75 Bonus Self-Study CE hours
★ On-Demand replays available for 30 Days
★ Attend from anywhere – real-time chat + Q&A
★ Experiential exercises & community connection




$799.99 $399.99
Join Live Online!
Click here for Credit details | Click here for virtual CE credit details

Can’t attend live? No problem!
Purchase the complete recording package for lifetime access and self-study CE credits.
Get the Complete Recording Package Here!

Click here to register as the coordinator for the in-person event.

Click here for in-person cancellation policy details
Frequently Asked Questions

YES! The training is LIVE in person and online, and you'll be able to interact regularly with Dr. Ramani throughout the training whether you’re in the room or online.

During the retreat, Dr. Ramani will also be on exclusive LIVE Q&A sessions exclusive for virtual attendees.


It’s happening live at the Waters Edge Resort and Spa, just about 1 hour drive from the Bradley International Airport or 30 minutes from Tweed New Haven Airport. You can drive or fly-in and take a car to the resort.

You can also join LIVE online from anywhere in the world.

Regardless of how you choose to attend, you’ll have 30-day of unlimited replay access to the training.


Immediately! Once you register, you'll have unlimited access to the bonus workshop that is just under 2 hours. This workshop is yours to keep and completely optional to take. You can earn up to 1.75 extra self-study CE credits by completing it. It was recorded LIVE at the 2025 Psychotherapy Networker Symposium in Washington DC.


You’ll still have access to unlimited, on demand replays for 30 days in your portal. You can also purchase the complete recording package. Please note you would need to watch live in order to receive live credit, which is a requirement of most licensing boards. The on-demand replay is for review purposes only. The recording package can be completed for self-study CE credits.


Every registrant gets complete unlimited replay access to the recording of the event for 30 days in your portal.


Yes! If you cannot attend live, you can simply purchase the self-study recording package above.


Yes, you will be able to keep any handouts and/or manuals from the presentations.


This event is eligible for up to 13 CE live hours plus 1.75 self-study credits, depending on your individual board. We've worked hard to make sure as many licensed mental health professionals as possible are covered by this amazing training program.

Please note: For live CE credit, you must watch the live presentation in its entirety at its scheduled time and complete the CE quiz and evaluation within one week. Please note that this requirement may vary by credit type. Please see detailed credit information for specific requirements for each credit type.


This training is designed for:

 
  • Social Workers
  • Counselors
  • Psychologists
  • Physicians
  • Marriage and Family Therapists
  • Addiction Counselors
  • Psychotherapists
  • Case Managers
  • Nurses
  • Mental Health Professionals
  • Therapists

There will be a 75-minute lunch in the first two days, as well as two 15-minute breaks on day 1 and 2, and one 15-minute break on day 3. The detailed schedule is above.


From Purchase Date until October 4, 2026: Cancellation results in a full refund less a $100 administrative fee

From October 5, 2026: Cancellation results in a 50% penalty of the total purchase amount


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Register for this exclusive resort and retreat experience risk-free up to 30 days prior to the event. If you're not completely satisfied, give us a call at 800-844-8260. We’ll provide a complete refund up to 30 days prior. Cancellations within 30 days will be refunded less $100 to cover obligations to the resort.

We’re that confident you'll find this learning experience to be all that's promised and more than you expected.

NOTE: No additional discounts or coupons may be applied to this event.
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