I know because I’ve been there—and I’ve worked with many clients who have been in the same boat. I’ve experienced narcissism in relationships myself, from subtle emotional manipulation to more severe forms of abuse. Often, we don’t even realize we’re being conditioned to doubt our own feelings, needs, or sense of reality until we’re deep in it—or even after it’s over. Narcissistic abuse can leave behind symptoms similar to PTSD, making it hard to trust yourself, your intuition, or your ability to make decisions. Depending on the intensity and duration of the relationship, many people struggle with shame, confusion, and guilt—not just for what happened, but for how deeply affected they still feel after it ends.
Recovering from a narcissistic or toxic relationship can feel like waking up in a life that no longer feels like your own. I support clients in reclaiming their sense of self by using a trauma-informed approach that combines Internal Family Systems (parts work), somatic techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together, we gently explore the parts of you that may have adapted to survive the relationship—those that felt they had to please, stay silent, or remain hypervigilant. Through somatic awareness and compassion-focused dialogue, we begin to release stored emotional pain and reconnect to the body’s wisdom, allowing healing to unfold at a safe and sustainable pace.
In our work, I also help you focus on actionable strategies to move forward. With ACT, we clarify your values and begin building a life aligned with who you are now—not who you had to be in the relationship. This includes setting healthy boundaries, rebuilding self-trust, and stepping into your own voice and confidence again. Whether you’re in the early stages of leaving or years into your recovery, I create a grounded, nonjudgmental space where healing is possible and where you can begin to imagine—and take steps toward—a future that feels free, empowered, and authentically yours.