Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse & Emotionally Abusive Relationships

Support for adults healing from toxic relationship trauma and psychological manipulation 

In the beginning, it may have felt perfect. You felt chosen, understood, deeply connected. The praise and affection made you believe you had found something rare.

But over time, something shifted.

Comments became subtle criticisms. Your needs were minimized. You began questioning your reactions, your memory, even your instincts. When you tried to speak up, you were told you were too sensitive or that you were just imagining things.

If this sounds familiar, you may have experienced emotional abuse or narcissistic relationship dynamics.

And you are not alone.

What Emotional Abuse Often Looks Like

Emotional and narcissistic abuse can include:

• Gaslighting and reality distortion

• Emotional invalidation

• Silent treatment or withdrawal

• Blame-shifting and manipulation

• Chronic criticism disguised as “jokes”

• Feeling like you are always walking on eggshells

Over time, these patterns can lead to:

• Anxiety and hypervigilance

• Loss of self-trust

• Low self-worth

• Emotional exhaustion

• Confusion and self-doubt

This isn’t just “relationship stress.” It’s psychological trauma.

How Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse Can Help

In our work together, we focus on:

• Rebuilding your ability to trust your instincts

• Understanding how manipulation affected your sense of self

• Processing emotional trauma safely

• Identifying toxic patterns and red flags

• Strengthening boundaries and self-protection

• Reclaiming your voice and confidence

Whether you are still in the relationship or healing after leaving, therapy can help you regain clarity and rebuild your identity.

Recovering from Codependency After Emotional Abuse

Many people who experience emotionally abusive relationships also struggle with codependency and chronic people-pleasing.

You may find yourself:

• Over-apologizing

• Taking responsibility for others’ emotions

• Prioritizing someone else’s needs over your own

• Feeling guilty when setting boundaries

Part of healing is learning how to stop abandoning yourself to keep the peace.

Together, we work to shift those patterns so you can build relationships that feel safe, balanced, and respectful.

What Healing Can Look Like

Imagine:

• Feeling calm and grounded in your own thoughts

• Trusting your perceptions again

• Setting boundaries without guilt

• Recognizing red flags early

• No longer shrinking yourself to be loved

Healing from narcissistic abuse and toxic relationship trauma is possible. It takes time and support, but you don’t have to do it alone.

Next Steps

If you’re wondering whether therapy can truly help after emotional abuse, the answer is yes.

We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable and safe. There’s no pressure, just steady support.

If you’re ready, I invite you to schedule a free consultation so we can talk about what you’re experiencing and what recovery might look like for you.