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Narcissistic Abuse Therapy in Concord, NC

Online Therapy for Narcissistic Abuse throughout North & South 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.

With narcissistic abuse therapy, 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.

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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

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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!

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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 personally. I have. And I want to provide you with the validation, safety, and understanding you deserve.

With narcissistic abuse therapy, I 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.

Reach out today to schedule your free therapy consultation with a survivor of narcissistic abuse who is passionate about supporting others through this healing. I would love to meet you and help you through these brave next steps together!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • If you are interested in beginning narcissistic abuse therapy, you can complete this interest form to get started! You can also email me at michelle@radicalserenity.com or call/text me at 980-202-2480.

  • No, a consultation is not required. Free consultations are a courtesy provided to clients who would prefer to speak with a potential therapist before they commit to a therapy appointment. If you would rather ask some questions over email or phone, we can do that! Otherwise, if you feel ready to to jump in, we can schedule your first appointment right away!

  • Trauma Therapy Session Rates:
    30-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75

    60-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

    90-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225

    All payments are due at time of service.

  • Debit, credit, and HSA/FSA payments are accepted.

    All services are private pay only. Reduced rates may be available upon request.

  • All trauma therapy sessions are currently online and are available to all adults (18+) throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We meet using a HIPAA-compliant and secure video conferencing platform which can be accessed on any device 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!

  • Michelle is licensed to see any clients located in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Whether you are sitting at home, chilling at a coffee shop, or walking in the park, you can receive services as long as you are physically located in one of these states.

  • When beginning narcissistic abuse therapy, weekly 60-minute sessions are most effective. This helps create consistency, accountability, and the ability to 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.

  • 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.

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