Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

Narcissistic abuse can include other forms of abuse like sexual or physical, but the effects of the emotional abuse are singular and devastating. Be it a spouse, boss, or parent, narcissistic abuse can leave us struggling to understand and trust ourselves. Narcissists demand so much of our time and energy, as well as teaching us to substitute their judgement for our own, that recovering may involve more than rebuilding our lives- it may involve rebuilding our relationships with ourselves. A therapist trained in narcissistic abuse recovery can help you understand the effects of self-betrayal and assist you in refocusing on your best interests.

While a therapist can never diagnose someone they have not seen as a client, a trained therapist can help you suss out a pattern of traits and behaviors associated with narcissism from someone in your past or present. The term narcissism is sometimes applied broadly in pop culture, but there are specific criteria that define people with high trait narcissism and people with narcissistic personality disorder. You may not have been believed by friends or family in the past or may be in the habit of hiding narcissistic abuse, but it can be incredibly validating to speak with someone who understands your experience and why you might have struggled to break ties with a narcissist.

I am passionate about working with this population because of my own lived experience as both a daughter and a partner. I know how those who have never dealt with a malignant narcissist, for example, will struggle to understand the level of fear, paralysis, and hopelessness that we can experience. They may not understand how you have been targeted for your empathetic nature or how the narcissist has poisoned different wells in your life that make it difficult for you to leave or accomplish anything without them. The first step in the journey of re-prioritizing yourself is to find a therapist that understands your experiences. Reach out today for a free consultation to see if we might be a good fit.