Narcissistic Abuse Therapy in Concord,NC
Online Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse throughout North Carolina
Experiencing trauma or abuse from people with narcissistic traits can lead to feeling confused, disconnected, hurt, and isolated. But learning how to walk away can be equally as confusing and difficult. I empower my clients to reclaim their strength, courage, and self-love while identifying actionable steps forward to a clearer, happier life on their own terms.
You’re finally home from work and putting up your feet to relax. Then you hear it. A car door slams shut. Your heart jumps. You hold your breath. You suddenly feel like you are a little child about to get in trouble but you don’t know why. The keys jingle in the front door, and your whole body braces for impact…
It can be disorienting to feel panicked or scared of someone you love. It feels wrong and confusing. “I love this person, and they love me. So why do I feel this way? What is wrong with me? Sure, we have some hard times but doesn’t everyone?”
Do you ever feel like when it’s good, it’s really good? But when it’s bad, it’s really bad? Do you pressure yourself to try harder and to be a better person so someone else will treat you better? Isn’t that normal?
Is narcissistic abuse therapy right for you?
What you may notice if you have experienced narcissistic abuse…
Relational:
Relationship seems to cycle through extremely good times and extremely bad times
People-pleasing and walking on eggshells
Codependency or enmeshment
Avoidance or emotional withdrawal
Social isolation from family and friends
Depending on other’s opinions to make personal decisions
Fear of abandonment or disappointing others
Lost sense of identity or core beliefs
Emotional & Mental:
Anxiety or panic attacks
Depression
Low self-esteem or self-worth
Guilt and shame
Anger and irritability
Brain fog and memory loss
Pervasive sense of dread or fear
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Perfectionism and/or obsession with cleanliness, order, and timelines
Physical:
Insomnia and nightmares
Chronic fatigue
Paranoia and hypervigilance
Appetite changes
Weight changes
Somatic stress (i.e. headaches, stomach aches)
Digestive issues (i.e. bloating, constipation, IBS)
Body insecurities or dysmorphia
Sexual dysfunction or pain
Substance dependency or other addictions
How do I know if I have experienced narcissistic abuse?
People with narcissistic traits tend to create a cycle of good and bad to make you feel confused. They act like your best friend one minute then act cold, angry, or even violent the next. This creates that unstable feeling where you never know what to expect. This is abuse.
Relationships are complex, but they should never leave you feeling confused, panicked, or belittled. Whether they are a partner, friend, parent, or boss, these confusing and hurtful interactions cause damage not only in the relationship but in your overall health and wellbeing.
Over time, narcissistic abuse leads to losing your identity piece by piece. Your identity becomes about them - their partner, their employee, their child. You spend all your energy on their needs and managing their emotions and demands, that you lose yourself and what is truly important to you.
Your Parent
Did you grow up walking on eggshells making sure you didn’t upset your parent?
Were you in constant fear of making mistakes even with the most simple tasks?
Did your heart jump when you heard the garage door opening or footsteps on the stairs?
As an adult, do you find yourself feeling like a child when interacting with your parent?
Do you tear up watching TV moms be nurturing to their kids knowing you will never experience this?
Are you trying to make your parent proud but no matter what you accomplish, they never praise you or somehow makes it about them?
Signs people in your life may be narcissistic…
Your Intimate Partner
Was your relationship larger than life at the beginning, but now it feels dim and unsteady?
Do you find yourself trying to predict your partner’s needs or anticipate their feelings?
Do you withhold your opinions or defer decisions to whatever your partner wants?
Are you always the one to initiate conversations or fix problems as if you were the only adult in the relationship?
Do you feel invisible, ignored, or taken for granted?
Does your partner apologize but never take accountability or change their behavior but want you to move on like it never happened?
Your Boss
Is your boss always changing their expectations but never communicating with you?
Do you find yourself on constant alert for them to walk in or feel your heart jump when you see an email?
Does your supervisor micromanage and critique your work but never provide any positive feedback?
Do you feel you have to record or document every interaction?
Are you accused of forgetting a task or losing a project, but you are certain you didn’t?
Have you been asked to do something outside of your scope but then get written up for doing it?
Answering ‘yes’ to any one of these questions may not specifically mean you have been or are being abused, but it’s definitely a red flag about this relationship. It’s important to process how this relationship affects you. Sometimes the smallest things can leave the largest scars.
If any of this sounds familiar, schedule your free consultation today. I would love to talk with you!
How therapy for narcissistic abuse can help you!
You never have to stay anywhere that causes you pain. But stepping away can be the most difficult thing you ever do. And the healing? That takes courage many struggle to find. But you don’t have to do it alone. I am here for you!
Experiencing narcissistic abuse is uniquely different from other forms of abuse and can only be fully understood by those who have been through it. I have. And I want to provide you with the validation, safety, and understanding you deserve.
I will also support you in learning how to protect yourself, creating a plan to safely navigate that relationship, making sense of the confusion, healing from the damage, and learning to love and trust yourself again.
If you are ready, reach out today to schedule your free consultation for narcissistic abuse therapy in Concord, NC. I would love to meet you and support you through these brave next steps together!
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Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse in Concord, NC
Frequently Asked Questions
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1.) Interest Form
If you are interested in beginning narcissistic abuse therapy, complete the interest form to get started! Simply fill in your contact information and what is bringing you to therapy. If you would like to meet for a free 15-minute consultation, you will be provided with the direct link to schedule.
2.) Connection
If you scheduled a video consultation, you will be sent a link to meet via a HIPAA-compliant video interface. Otherwise, I will reach out via email or phone to connect. This is a great opportunity to ask any questions, review your goals, and feel out our compatibility to make sure this is the best therapeutic fit.
3.) Intake Process
If you decide to begin therapy, I will send you a link to complete intake paperwork and to set up your client portal. From there you will be able to schedule your first session! Your client portal also provides access to your documents, invoices, and scheduling.
4.) First Appointment
Our initial appointment is focused on learning more about you, collaborating on your goals, and jumping into whatever you are ready to discuss. Make sure you are in a private, comfortable space and get ready to take your first step towards healing and growth!
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Narcissistic Abuse Therapy Session Rates:
30-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7560-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150
90-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225
Debit, credit, and HSA/FSA payments are accepted.
All payments are due at time of service. -
Debit, credit, and HSA/FSA payments are accepted.
All services are private pay only. Insurance is not accepted. Superbills are not provided.
What are the benefits of self pay?
Insurance companies require access to client records, mandate what must be disclosed in notes, regulate diagnoses, and dictate type/length of treatment.
When you pay out of pocket, you are guaranteed complete control and privacy over your own treatment.
You should feel safe to discuss your identity, personal choices, and life experience with your therapist. No third party or insurance company should be privy to your most personal details or control your treatment.
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All narcissistic abuse therapy sessions are currently online and are available to all adults throughout North Carolina. We meet using a HIPPA-compliant and secure video conferencing platform which can be accessed on any computer, tablet, or phone with access to the internet. Online therapy offers you flexibility to have your sessions from the comfort of home or anywhere that works best for you!
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When beginning narcissistic abuse therapy, weekly 60-minute sessions are most effective. This helps create consistency, accountability, and the ability to best measure progress. Many clients find this helpful for the first 3-6 months. Once you feel confident in your progress, sessions are typically reduced to every other week. The timeline looks different for everyone, and we will collaborate together on ensuring your therapy is most effective for you.
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Clients are able to schedule sessions via their own client portal. You can schedule week to week or a few weeks out. If you prefer meeting at the same day/time every week, I can block that time for you as long as you show up for your sessions. We can also discuss different scheduling options during our consultation call.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations and rescheduled sessions will be subject to a full charge if not received at least 24 hours in advance. This is necessary because a time commitment is made to you and is held exclusively for you. If you are late for a session, you may lose some of that session time. If you are able to reschedule within the same week, the late cancellation fee will be dropped.