Emotional abuse

The Role of Gaslighting in Narcissistic Abuse: Identifying and Addressing Its Impact

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Gaslighting is more than manipulation; it’s a calculated tool of control that leaves survivors doubting their own reality. Dear Colleague, When working with survivors of narcissistic abuse, we often encounter the devastating effects of gaslighting. This insidious form of emotional abuse strips individuals of their self-trust, leaving them in a haze of confusion and shame. […]

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Understanding Trauma in Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse

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Trauma can hide in the smallest details, yet its impact is undeniably profound. Dear Colleague, When working with survivors of narcissistic abuse, it’s crucial to understand how deeply trauma can weave itself into every corner of their experiences. The manipulation, gaslighting, and relentless erosion of self-worth may leave survivors questioning their very reality. Trauma often

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Survivor Stories: Recognizing the Signs, Reclaiming Your Strength

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Sometimes, the hardest part of healing is realizing you deserve better. Dear Survivor, If you’ve been questioning your experiences or feeling like something isn’t right in your relationship, trust that inner voice. One survivor I worked with bravely shared how her partner’s words left her doubting her instincts and second-guessing her reality. Small remarks escalated

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The Role of Gaslighting in Narcissistic Abuse: Identifying and Addressing Its Impact

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Gaslighting isn’t just psychological manipulation; it’s a calculated effort to take control over someone’s reality. Dear Colleague, Gaslighting is one of the most harmful tactics used in narcissistic abuse. It warps a survivor’s self-perception, undermines their confidence, and leaves them feeling disoriented and doubtful of their own experiences. By identifying its types and understanding how

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7 Reasons Why Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse Struggle to Move On

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Healing after narcissistic abuse is one of the toughest yet most courageous journeys a person can undertake. Dear Survivor, If you’ve found yourself wondering, “Why is it so hard to just move on?” or “why do I miss my abuser” after experiencing narcissistic abuse, know this: You are not alone, and this struggle is not

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Address Survivor’s Negative Cognitions with Care

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Survivors often carry the weight of harmful beliefs shaped by abuse—beliefs we have the power to help them rewrite. Dear Colleague, Survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse often carry deeply ingrained beliefs about themselves, born from their trauma. Phrases like “I am powerless” or “I don’t deserve love” may echo in their minds, shaping

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Signs of Healthy Relationships vs. Toxic Patterns

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Dear Survivor, How do you know when a relationship is truly building you up or quietly breaking you down? Relationships are meant to be a source of love, safety, and growth. But when you’ve experienced domestic violence or relationship abuse, understanding what a healthy relationship looks like can feel like navigating uncharted waters. It’s not

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Balancing Empathy, Boundaries, and Self-Care as a Therapist in Domestic Violence Cases

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When you pour so much of yourself into helping others, how do you ensure there’s something left for you? Dear Colleague, Supporting survivors of domestic violence is deeply impactful, but it can also be emotionally demanding. As therapists, we’re often walking a fine line between offering compassion and maintaining the boundaries that preserve our professional

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