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Outsmarting Egomaniacs:
How to Respond to Narcissists and Master Manipulators

by Carla Litto, LMFT

Your tactical survival guide to managing inflated egos and manipulation is here! 
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​ABOUT THE BOOK​

Outsmarting Egomaniacs is the self-help book for people who want to protect themselves from getting bullied, abused, and manipulated in relationships. The scams, cons, cults, and shady situations we watch on TV are happening in real life every day, damaging far too many innocent people. 

Carla Litto, marriage and family therapist in Los Angeles specializing in relationship issues, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder and emotional abuse recovery, breaks down the manipulation tactics that predatory individuals use to confuse you and abuse you. 

Laugh-out-loud funny and full of insights and strategies, Outsmarting Egomaniacs will help you— 

  • Identify the different types of manipulators in your life 

  • Recognize the manipulation tactics they are using on you 

  • Protect yourself—with strategies and comebacks— from getting manipulated 

Learn from this witty professional’s unfiltered take on the psychology behind narcissists, con-artists, and every other specific type of egomaniac you can imagine. You’ll understand what got you stuck in relationships or relational patterns with egomaniacs, how to get unstuck, and how to recognize new egomaniacs coming from a mile away. 

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About the Author

Carla Litto, MA, LMFT is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with two master degrees in Psychology and a successful private practice in Los Angeles, CA who helps many people improve their personal relationships and transform their lives. Using her keen manipulation radar and egomaniac detector ability, she is known as the “tell-it-like-it-is” therapist who cuts right through the bullshit to help her “stuck” clients get unstuck. Carla is happily married with more cats than kids. In her down time, she enjoys practicing Brazilian Jiujitsu, watching standup comedy and eating pizza. 
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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYiNG

"Outsmarting Egomaniacs is well written, well organized, interesting, informative, novel, AND entertaining!” 
~Iona Monk, MA, and creator of the podcast Relationship Dish

"Absolute must read for everyone. Chances are you’ll encounter a manipulator at some point in your life (if you haven’t already). This book helps you identify their tactics and shows you exactly how to defend yourself. It is not only informative but also fun to read! Definitely recommend!"

~Anna Kemper, Personal Trainer 

“I was captivated by its irreverent and conversational tone, which infuses every page with a refreshing charm. Carla is direct and unfiltered. This is not just a book—it’s a companion, guiding you through the labyrinth of the mind with wit and wisdom. You are less alone with this portable therapist in the palm of your hand. Having had the privilege of training with Carla, I can attest firsthand to her brilliance as a therapist. Her insights, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to her craft are nothing short of remarkable. In these pages, you’ll encounter Carla’s expertise distilled into its purest form—a testament to her passion for helping others comprehend the complexities of the human experience and respond in a manner that betters their lives.” 
~Michele Goldberg, LMFT, Founder of Find Your Center Therapy

Carla Litto, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #100639

 

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