
Torie Wiksell, is no stranger to talking about toxic parents and dysfunctional family dynamics. As a therapist Torie focuses on supporting the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. She also grew up with a mother who had an unmanaged personality disorder and understands the uniquely complicated aspects of these relationships. Torie brings a refreshingly r... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 126 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthHealth & FitnessSelf-ImprovementEducation | |||

When you grow up with a narcissistic mom or a mom with borderline personality disorder, Mother's Day hits different. The whole holiday is built on a story that doesn't match your reality, and it can feel like there’s no space for the reality you actu... more
In this episode, Torie breaks down why dysfunctional families are so resistant to change, what actually happens when you bring new boundaries and skills back into your family, and why the pushback you're experiencing is not a sign you’re doing things... more
In this episode, I walk you through:
• What patterns are common in narcissistic vs. borderline personality disorder
• Why the diagnosis itself isn’t what matters most
• What it feels like to grow up as a child dealing with a parent with thes... more
If you grew up with a parent who had narcissistic or borderline traits, chances are no one ever showed you what being an emotionally healthy adult actually looks like.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why healing feels so confusing, messy, and unc... more
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I finally feel heard! Such a great podcast with great advice. I get so much validation from listening to Torie, it’s like she grew up in my household!
Brilliant advice. Easy to digest, clear and informative. Incredibly helpful. Can’t thank you enough for your work in this area Torie.
Torie is very good and clearing away the chaos and confusion.
It’s very healing and validating to hear Torie’s personal
experiences which she shares so generously and her very clear and insightful guidance how to deal with narcissist parents. For the reviews that are saying it’s one-sided and the child can be also the problem…well, for adult children dealing with narcissist parents it *is* one sided, sadly …as well as incredibly nuanced, which many therapists do not fully understand, with so many emotions involved for the adult child. I’m not sure why the ... more
I'm not a parent but have witnessed young adults I know going no contact and find this topic fascinating. I tuned into the podcast hoping to learn something about a wave that seems to be sweeping the US. But all I heard here was a cheerleader saying things like , "it was never about us; it was always about the parents!" and "People in this community are the kindest, best people in world!" Of course it's also about the person going no contact. How can a therapist say otherwise? And this idea that... more
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Focusing on the intricacies of navigating relationships with toxic parents, this podcast tackles themes of emotional abuse, boundary-setting, and the psychological effects of familial dysfunction. The host offers personal insights as both a therapist and an adult child of a toxic parent, creating a relatable space for listeners who may feel isolated in their experiences. Topics such as narcissistic and borderline personality disorders, self-doubt, and healing strategies are explored, providing valuable support for those seeking to break free from harmful family dynamics. The show emphasizes the importance of personal growth, self-compassion, and resilience, encouraging cycle breakers to recognize their worth and prioritize their mental heal... more
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