What is Narcissistic Abuse?
Narcissistic abuse is a pattern of behaviors carried out by someone with narcissistic traits or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) that causes another person significant emotional and psychological harm.
- Common traits exhibited by a narcissist include:
- Lack of empathy and consideration for others
- Strong need for admiration and power
- Constant criticism towards partner or family
- Idealization and then devaluation of a partner
- Frequent lying and cheating
- Switching of personality traits
- Gaslighting (making someone doubt their reality)
- Preoccupation with appearances
- Strong need for control
- Belief that rules don't apply to them
- Making others feel unworthy, not good enough, or less than
How Therapy Can Help
Therapy can help you develop the self worth and independence needed to leave a narcissist or recover from narcissistic abuse. Through therapy you'll learn to strengthen your boundaries, have healthier relationships, and break the cycle of toxic relationships.
Contact me to get started with narcissistic abuse therapy, offered for individuals in Augusta, Georgia and the surrounding area.