Sandy Hotchkiss

About the Author

Sandy Hotchkiss is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over three decades of experience in the field of mental health. Drawing from her extensive practice, she has become a leading voice on personality disorders, particularly narcissism, offering insights that bridge clinical expertise with accessible wisdom for everyday readers. Her work empowers individuals to recognize toxic patterns in relationships and foster healthier emotional boundaries. In her acclaimed book, Why Is It Always About You? : The Seven Deadly Sins of Narcissism, Hotchkiss demystifies the self-centered behaviors that plague modern interactions, providing practical strategies for coping and recovery. Beyond writing, she continues to counsel clients and lecture on interpersonal dynamics, advocating for empathy and self-awareness in an increasingly self-absorbed world.