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Restoring Resilience with Chelsey Brooke Cole

Chelsey Brooke Cole
Narcissistic Abuse
Boundaries
Coercive Control
Betrayal Trauma
Therapy
Healthy Relationships
Agency
Co-Parenting
Children
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Betrayal Blindness
Narcissistic Supply
Aimee Says
Anxiety
Parental Alienation
Domestic Violence
Unmet Emotional Needs
Dark Psychology
Target Selection
Post-Betrayal Syndrome

You've been told you aren't enough. You've been blamed, gaslit, and left feeling like you are "broken beyond repair." But the truth is, you aren't broken—you've simply been surviving in a broken environment. Join psychotherapist and bestselling author Chelsey Brooke Cole for a compassionate look at reclaiming your life after narcissistic abuse. This isn't about "surviving and thriving" clichés; it... more

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She spent 27 years married to a man who was quietly turning her own children against her — and she's one of the world's leading experts on coercive control.

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Dr. Debi Silber
World's leading expert in betrayal trauma recovery
PBT Institute
Episode: What Betrayal Trauma Does to Your Body That Doctors Completely Miss
Ellen Tift
Author of There's a Word for That series; book on navigating complex trauma
Episode: Words Disappearing Mid-Sentence? Here's What's Actually Happening
Bill Eddy
Licensed clinical social worker, attorney, mediator; author and expert on high conflict relationships
High Conflict Institute
Episode: Why You Don't Know Who You Are Anymore After Narcissistic Abuse with Bill Eddy
Kate Anthony
Divorce Coach, host of The Divorce Survival Guide podcast, and author of The D Word
The Divorce Survival Guide / The D Word
Episode: He Designed the Abuse Specifically for You — with Kate Anthony
Don Hennessy
Clinical director and researcher in male intimate abuse; author of multiple books
National Domestic Violence Intervention Project (Ireland)
Episode: They're Always in Control: A Therapist's 30-Year Study of Male Abusers
Dr. Kerry McAvoy
Psychologist and author specializing in narcissistic abuse and complex trauma
Episode: She Knew the Red Flags & Still Got Trapped: Dr. Kerry McAvoy's Narcissistic Abuse Story
Bree Bonchay
Licensed psychotherapist, narcissistic abuse expert, founder of World Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day
World Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day
Episode: You Escaped One Narcissist… And Walked Straight Into Another
Ross Rosenberg
Psychotherapist, author of The Human Magnet Syndrome and The Codependency Revolution
Self-Love Recovery / Ross Rosenberg's practice
Episode: Are You REALLY Codependent — Or Is It Something Deeper?
Anne Wintemute
Co-founder and CEO of Aimee Says
Aimee Says
Episode: Why Narcissists Always Blame You (and the AI tool helping you fight back)

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Chelsey Brooke Cole
Host of Restoring Resilience

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Exceptional!

    Wow, great podcast! Insightful, informative and Chelsey provides helpful steps to healing. It’s a relief to hear from someone who actually gets it, because she’s an expert in the field AND has lived through narcissistic abuse, too. I finally feel seen and understood. Thanks Chelsey, I’ll definitely be recommending this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunnygirl3313
    United States4 months ago
  • A safe and non-judgmental space

    Chelsey is genuinely such a warm and compassionate person. She provides a safe and non-judgmental space to feel vulnerable and comfortable enough to share and progress on a path of healing from narcissistic abuse. I’m grateful to have found her!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tckybb
    United States5 months ago
  • Knows her stuff!

    As a licensed professional Counselor, Chelsey is knowledgeable and has a great way to break down clinical jargon into practical, easy to understand bites. I love the length of these episodes, they’re packed with great information for anyone who are in relationships with other humans (everyone!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wku2011
    United States5 months ago
  • Love!

    Finally — a podcast that doesn't just validate your pain but gives you real tools to move through it. The somatic strategies alone are worth it. This is your next step.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cobb_13
    United States5 months ago
  • Podcast from the Pro on the topic of Narcissistic Abuse

    I first learned about Chelsea through her wonderful book; now she has an excellent Podcast! It’s a must listen!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drew J. Como
    United States5 months ago

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Many praise the somatic strategies and actionable steps for healing from narcissistic abuse.
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Words Disappearing Mid-Sentence? Here's What's Actually Happening
Q: Can you explain why words disappear under stress and what's happening in the brain at that moment?
Under acute stress, the brain deprioritizes language in favor of immediate survival responses; talking becomes a luxury the nervous system can't afford, which is an adaptive design. Supporters don't need survivors to articulate everything to help them, they can provide presence and simple cues.
Why You Don't Know Who You Are Anymore After Narcissistic Abuse with Bill Eddy
Q: How can survivors communicate effectively about abuse in legal settings without labeling the abuser as a narcissist?
Describe three clear patterns of concerning behavior (undermining parenting, emotional abuse, inconsistent parenting) with concrete examples, avoid name-calling, and frames the situation in observable actions. This approach helps judges see the risks without relying on diagnostic labels.
Why You Don't Know Who You Are Anymore After Narcissistic Abuse with Bill Eddy
Q: What are the most important practical steps someone can take to start rebuilding resilience while still in a narcissistic relationship?
Begin with two or three short, encouraging self-talk phrases, then practice consistently to rebuild self-trust; gradually replace self-doubt with evidence of daily competencies, like managing responsibilities and maintaining routines. This builds a foundation for safer decision-making and future boundaries.
They're Always in Control: A Therapist's 30-Year Study of Male Abusers
Q: What makes coercive control so dangerous compared to physical violence?
Coercive control operates in the mind and daily behavior, making it invisible and harder to prove, yet just as devastating; the abuse is ongoing and often unacknowledged by others, which compounds the harm.
They're Always in Control: A Therapist's 30-Year Study of Male Abusers
Q: How do abusers pick targets, and what signals do they look for in a potential partner?
Abusers quickly assess traits like kindness, loyalty, and truthfulness, and they use those signals to determine who is most susceptible to their control; they observe and record interactions to tailor their approach.

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A clinically oriented show focused on healing from narcissistic abuse, trauma, and high-conflict relationships. Episodes feature psychotherapists, trauma specialists, divorce experts, and practitioners who share practical tools—boundary-setting, somatic strategies, and mindset shifts—to regain agency and rebuild safety. The approach is empathetic and educational, emphasizing evidence-informed techniques, survivor-first framing, and accessible steps to reduce re-traumatization. Noteworthy is the consistent mix of personal survivor perspectives with professional analysis, plus a forward-looking emphasis on resilience-building resources and masterclasses that invite deeper engagement.

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1. Dr. Debi Silber
2. Ellen Tift
3. Bill Eddy
4. Kate Anthony
5. Don Hennessy
6. Dr. Kerry McAvoy
7. Bree Bonchay
8. Ross Rosenberg

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