Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse
Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.
Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life.
If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 196
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Could Your Partner Be Sadistic? Why We Excuse Cruelty in Relationships
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Ever wondered if your partner’s cruelty is intentional? Do they know they’re being hurtful, or is it just thoughtlessness?
This week…
The Four Most Dangerous Personalities Types to Avoid: An Interview with Joe Navarro, Former FBI Special Agent
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What signs warn that we’ve met not just a toxic person, but someone dangerous?
This week Joe Navarro, author and former FBI special …
When the Narcissist Says They Love You: Are They Lying?
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Narcissists often claim to love us. That they want the save the relationship; but do they?
In this episode, Dr. Kerry and Lisa Sonni…
Why Toxic Relationships Always Leave Us Traumatized and Confused: An Interview with Dr. Peter Salerno
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Narcissists know they are being abusive--that they're being manipulative and exploitative.
This week, Dr. Peter Salerno is back to …
Controlled by Guilt: A Popular Tool Narcissists Love to Use Against You
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Narcissists will use any means to control you, especially guilt.
In this episode, Dr. Kerry and Lisa discuss the common reasons guil…
Why Narcissists Are So Good At Disturbing Our Peace: Interview with Anna Runkle, Crappy Childhood Fairy
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Have you noticed how upset narcissists get? How they can't regulate themselves?
Anna Runkle of the wildly popular Crappy Childhood F…
The Little Known Reasons Why Love-Bombing Works Every Time: Interview with Nadine Macaluso, Ex-Wife of the Wolf of Wall Street
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There are powerful psychological reasons why love bombing works nearly every time.
In this episode, Dr. Nadine Macaluso, the ex-wif…
When You Return to the Abuse: Why It Takes 7 Tries to Leave a Narcissist
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Victims return to a narcissistically abusive relationship an average of seven times.
In this episode, Lisa and I discuss why leaving…
How Narcissists' Use Breadcrumbs of Love to Create an Agonizing Confusion
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Trauma bonds are one of the most misunderstood yet powerful connections that narcissists and toxic individuals exploit to keep thei…
Everything You Need to Know About Narcissism from 3 Experts: Dr. Les Carter, Dr. Peter Salerno, and Bill Eddy
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Today you are in for a treat with a longer interview, featuring three of my favorite experts on narcissism: Dr. Les Carter, Dr. Pet…
Why "Just Leave" is Terrible Advice: How Narcissists Keep You Trapped
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Have you been told that you should just leave?
In this episode, Lisa Sonni and I discuss why this advice severely misses the mark. …
Could This Be Right for You? New Help and Hope for Narcissistic Abuse Survivors
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Narcissistic abuse often leaves devastating consequences to the survivor’s confidence and self-esteem.
Today, Kristin Arden, DNP, AP…
Brainwashed & Spellbound: How Narcissistic Abuse is Really a Cult of Two
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Have you considered that a narcissistically abusive relationship is actually a cult of two?
Daniella Mestyanek-Young, author of Uncu…
Being Taken for Granted? How to Protect Your Big-Heartedness from Toxic People's Manipulation
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As a nod to this week’s holidays, let’s revisit three of my favorite episodes that discuss how to handle being too big- or kind-hea…
The High Cost of Toxic Relationships on Health, Wealth, and Peace of Mind
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Narcissistic relationships are parasitic in nature. Toxic personalities often drain others of their time, money, attention, and res…
Feeling Confused? How Toxic People Keep Us Baffled and Stuck
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Have you noticed that when you’re finally ready to leave, your toxic or narcissistic partner suddenly does something amazing? Do th…
When You Can't Leave or Stay: How to Recognize a Trauma Bond
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There comes a point when you know you need to leave, but you can’t. The connection with your loved one is too powerful.
In this epi…
When You've Been Driven Mad and Snap: The Power of Reactive Abuse
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Has someone driven you to the breaking point? When you just lose it and snap?
This week, Rossana Faye joins me to discuss the destr…
Is it Just the Silent Treatment or Really Rejection? Why Stonewalling is Harmful
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Is it Just the Silent Treatment or Really Rejection? Why Stonewalling is Harmful
Silence occurs for many reasons, but sometimes it’s…
Why is My Partner a Narcissist? Which is it—A Nature or Nurture Problem?
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Are narcissists born or made? And why does this question matter, considering the terrible toll of narcissistic abuse?
This week, psy…