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Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse

Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D.
Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissism
Emotional Abuse
Toxic Family Dynamics
Mental Health
Toxic Relationships
Setting Boundaries
Self-Care
Bullying
Trauma Bond
Family Gatherings
Holiday Stress
Emotional Intelligence
Expectations
Community Support
Cultural Dynamics
Resilience
Trauma Processing
Financial Abuse
Emotional Manipulation

Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.

Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tac... more

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Dr. Shahrzad Jalali
Psychologist and expert in trauma
Align Remedy and Dr. Jalali and Associates
Episode: How Abusive Relationships Shatter Your Identity & Cost You Your Voice
Jessica Baum
Licensed therapist and author of "SAFE"
Episode: Why You Keep Picking Narcissists and What to Do About It, Featuring Jessica Baum
Gary Katz
Expert in sex addiction and intimacy avoidance
The Center for Intimacy Recovery
Episode: Why Narcissists Use Secrets to Avoid Intimacy
Sarma Melngailis
Former raw vegan restaurant owner and subject of Netflix's 'Bad Vegan'
Bad Vegan
Episode: Why It’s So Hard to See Predators Coming: The Story Behind Netflix's Bad Vegan
Josh Tomeoni
Host of The Derelict Podcast who provides insights into the male experience of abusive relationships.
The Derelict Podcast
Episode: When Men Say They’ve Been Abused: A Conversation with Josh from The Derelict Podcast
Chelli Pumphrey
Author of 'Insight is 2020' and leading expert on narcissistic abuse
Episode: How the Victim’s Personality & Attachment Styles Shape Healing and Recovery - Featuring Chelli Pumphrey
Katherine Fabrizio
Author of The Good Daughter Syndrome
Episode: When Your Mother Hurts Instead of Loves You: Understanding The Controlling Mom
Rosanna Faye
A guest discussing experiences with narcissistic abuse
Episode: What’s Wrong With Me? Why Abuse Victims Believe They're the Narcissist
Mary Crocker Cook
Licensed marriage family therapist and author
Episode: Have Bad Taste in Partners? The Red Flags We Often Miss

Host

Dr. Kerry McAvoy
Host and retired psychologist specializing in narcissistic abuse and emotional healing, sharing personal insights and expert knowledge.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 415 ratings
  • Josh

    I agree about not bringing this guest back as he’s a classic word game manipulator. I don’t believe he’s been abused. If I have had to tell you something 50 x you have an issue. The name of his podcast says it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Piper2427
    United States2 months ago
  • Good podcast

    Overall very good podcast. The Derelict Podcast interview was off. Josh mind-gamed the host a bit. Wouldn’t recommend bringing him back. Otherwise, very good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12DP121
    United States2 months ago
  • Interesting, intelligent and educational!

    Love it! Best psychology lessons for self awareness and self love! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeaGali
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Comfort and strength in the abyss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deplorable76
    United States3 months ago
  • Sheila Hensen

    If she is a doctor, I’m a unicorn. She sounds like a self absorbed, politically bitter, angry lonely liberal. Her politics have derailed her. You should not risk what credibility you lend to such a captured science.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deplorable76
    United States4 months ago

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Feedback includes appreciation for the actionable steps suggested for recovery, with many expressing gratitude for the supportive community fostered through the episodes.
Some criticism arises regarding perceived bias or focus in discussions, such as an emphasis on female perspectives, but this does not overshadow the overall positive reception of the content.
Listeners praise the podcast as a lifeline for understanding and healing from narcissistic abuse, highlighting the blend of personal experiences and professional insights as particularly valuable.

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How Abusive Relationships Shatter Your Identity & Cost You Your Voice
Q: What happens physiologically and psychologically to us when we are in long-term psychologically dangerous relationships?
Long-term exposure to abuse can lead to various symptoms such as chronic self-doubt, anxiety, identity confusion, and physical symptoms like fatigue and disrupted sleep patterns.
How Abusive Relationships Shatter Your Identity & Cost You Your Voice
Q: How can someone know if they're moving in the right direction of healing?
The path to healing can be recognized by self-check-ins and noticing emotional well-being; if distress and negative emotions dominate, it signals the need for healing.
How Abusive Relationships Shatter Your Identity & Cost You Your Voice
Q: What kind of things do you think people discover when they start to work on and start to heal from particularly abusive relationships?
People often realize that they have not been defined entirely by their traumatic experiences and that they can overcome their past to become stronger and more empowered individuals.
Why You Keep Picking Narcissists and What to Do About It, Featuring Jessica Baum
Q: What are protectors in the context of narcissism?
Protectors are parts of ourselves developed to cope with pain, keeping us safe.
Why You Keep Picking Narcissists and What to Do About It, Featuring Jessica Baum
Q: Why should we care about who we attach to?
Connection is a biological imperative, and without it, we cannot survive.

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2. Jessica Baum
3. Gary Katz
4. Sarma Melngailis
5. Josh Tomeoni
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