Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse

Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D. & Tara Blair Ball

Are you in a relationship that confuses you? One that leaves you feeling attacked or walking on eggshells? Maybe you've left but aren't sure what to do next; then you're in the right place.Learn more about narcissistic abuse from Dr. Kerry McAvoy, a mental health clinician and author of Love You More, and Tara Blair Ball, Certified Relationship Coach and author of Reclaim and Recover: Heal from Toxic Relationships with a 7-Step Guided Journal, as they tackle toxic relationship dynamics.Listen as they describe destructive personalities, typical partner profiles, progressive stages of abuse, and common manipulation tactics. Find out why these relationships are difficult to avoid, what makes them tough to leave, and how to recover and find self-love again.

  • 31 minutes 15 seconds
    Gone No Contact? Why Some Parents Have to Push Away Their Kids

    Why do loving parents sometimes push away the very children they'd do anything for? 

    This week, Catherine Hickem joins Dr. Kerry to unpack one of the most painful dynamics in modern families—parental estrangement. We explore how unspoken expectations create invisible walls, why parents mistake control for connection, and how grief work (yes, grief work) is the secret to letting your adult children become who they actually are, not who you needed them to be. 

    PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT 

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    🔹 Stuck waiting for certainty before you leave? 

    Catherine and Dr. Kerry tackle the cognitive dissonance trap—why you'll never feel "ready" to go, how to make the hardest decision of your life without clarity, and why almost no one regrets leaving once they finally do. 

    👉 Get immediate access to this extended interview: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    MORE ABOUT CATHERINE HICKEM 

    CATHERINE HICKEM, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, executive and family coach, and founder of Parenting Adult Children Today. With over 40 years of experience and a master's degree in clinical social work from the University of Louisville, Catherine has dedicated her career to helping parents navigate the often-overlooked complexities of raising adult children. She is the author of Regret-Free Parenting and specializes in estrangement recovery, teaching parents how to release expectations, grieve unmet dreams, and rebuild relationships grounded in acceptance rather than control. 

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    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

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    19 January 2026, 7:00 am
  • 10 minutes 55 seconds
    Is It Really Estrangement… Or Is Your Toxic Ex Playing Parental Alienation Games?

    A listener pushes back and asks, "How do we know the parent claiming alienation isn't actually the abuser manipulating the narrative?"

    When a child rejects contact with a parent after separation, is it parental alienation or justified estrangement?

    In this week's fan mail, a listener pushes back with a challenge about a previous episode that aired October 16, 2025, titled "Why Does My Ex Always Blame Me When the Kids Want Nothing to Do with Him?" This listener wanted to know how to tell when the person complaining about a toxic co-parent isn't actually the abuser.

    Dr. Kerry unpacks the difference between alienation and estrangement, and what "fostering a relationship" actually means when required by a custody agreement.

    Got a question or pushback? Send it via the link below or email [email protected]

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    15 January 2026, 7:00 am
  • 32 minutes 31 seconds
    Devastated After Betrayal? Here's Why: The Hidden Abuse That No One Talks About

     Ever wonder why betrayal feels so devastating—like more than just cheating?  

    This week, Hope Ray joins Dr. Kerry to introduce the concept of betrayal violence: the intersection of infidelity and abuse that most people don't recognize. We explore how sexual secrets create hidden power dynamics through deception, gaslighting, and exploitation—stripping partners of their consent and autonomy.

    PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT 

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    🔹 When you're the victim: How do you know if you have the whole truth? Hope shares practical guidance on finding trauma-informed support and determining whether your relationship can truly heal or if it's time to leave. 

    👉 Get immediate access to this extended interview: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    MORE ABOUT HOPE RAY 

    Website: https://www.hoperay.com  

    TikTok: @HopeRayTherapy

    HOPE RAY is a licensed therapist specializing in betrayal trauma and relationship repair after infidelity. She works extensively with couples navigating the aftermath of sexual secrets and deception, helping partners understand the abusive dynamics created by hidden betrayal. Hope developed the concept of "betrayal violence" to give language to a specific type of harm that occurs when infidelity collides with patterns of deception, gaslighting, and exploitation—abuse that doesn't fit traditional domestic violence frameworks but causes catastrophic damage nonetheless. Through her therapeutic practice and social media presence, she offers a nuanced, compassionate approach that acknowledges both the possibility of genuine change and the importance of safety and truth for betrayed partners.

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

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    12 January 2026, 7:00 am
  • 9 minutes 28 seconds
    Can Someone Be Both Covert AND Overt? Understanding Narcissistic Types & What Actually Matters

    "My partner has traits of both covert and overt narcissism—is that possible?" This week's Fan Mail question comes from a podcast listener who writes: 

    "Can a person be both a covert and an overt narcissist? I'm hearing the descriptions of each and my partner has traits of both." In this episode, Dr. Kerry breaks down the confusing language around narcissistic types—what "covert" and "overt" actually mean (hint: they describe symptoms, not people), why your partner can absolutely show both presentations, and most importantly, why the type matters far less than the pattern of harm you're experiencing. 

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    If you'd like your question addressed on air, send it here: 👉 https://kerrymcavoyphd.fillout.com/fan-mail

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

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    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    8 January 2026, 7:00 am
  • 30 minutes 28 seconds
    You Can Love Them and Still Be Exploited: Sexual Coercion with Cult Expert Pamela Takefman

    Ever wondered how someone can exploit you sexually while you still love them?

    This week, Pamela Takefman joins Dr. Kerry to explain how sexual coercion works—and why it doesn’t always require kidnapping or obvious physical force to be real. We discuss how exploitation can unfold in marriages, spiritual communities, and high-status celebrity circles (including public conversations like the P. Diddy case).

    Learn how perpetrators gradually test boundaries until extreme exploitation feels normal, and why loving your abuser doesn’t mean the abuse isn’t real.

    PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT 

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    🔹 Think you might be experiencing coercion but aren't sure? Wondering what legal options exist for survivors?  

    Pamela reveals what qualifies as trafficking under federal law and how to assess whether you're psychologically ready to pursue justice through the court system. 

    👉 Get immediate access to this extended interview: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    MORE ABOUT PAMELA TAKEFMAN 

    Website: mcolaw.com 

    PAMELA TAKEFMAN is Deputy Head of the Sexual Misconduct in Spiritual Communities practice at McAllister Olivarius, where she represents survivors of sexual abuse, forced labor, and coercive control in cults, spiritual communities, and other high-control groups. Drawing on federal trafficking laws that recognize psychological coercion and fraud, Pamela helps survivors understand how manipulation in intimate relationships, religious organizations, and power-imbalanced situations constitutes trafficking—even when physical force was never used. Her work challenges the narrow public understanding of trafficking and provides legal pathways for survivors whose abuse occurred within relationships where love and exploitation coexisted.

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

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    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    5 January 2026, 7:00 am
  • 28 minutes 17 seconds
    Narcissistic In-Laws: Why They Deny the Truth (and What to Do)

    If you’re dealing with narcissistic in-laws, you already know how surreal it feels: they watch abuse happen—and then insist it didn’t.

    In this episode, we break down why narcissistic in-laws deny the truth, protect the abuser, and turn the target into “the problem.” You’ll learn the family-system roles that keep this going (enablers, flying monkeys, scapegoat dynamics) and what actually helps you stay grounded.

    We revisit my interview with Rossana, who shares firsthand what it’s like when your partner’s family rallies against you. Plus, a listener story that mirrors this exact pattern—and what she did next.

    Chapters

    0:00 Toxic In-Law Drama During Holidays

    4:13 Parenting Advice Wars: Water Battle

    10:20 Six Reasons You Became the Problem

    13:29 Your Growth Looks Like Defiance

    16:30 Projecting Toxicity Onto Victim

    21:41 Creating Couple Boundaries

    PODCAST EXTRA

     Next week, the Podcast Extra exclusive interviews will return. 

    All Substack paid subscribers now receive immediate access to the Toxic-Free Relationship Club, which includes: 

    • Invitation to the monthly Q&A with Dr. Kerry 
    • Quarterly club-wide events featuring narcissistic abuse experts
    • Weekly newsletter with exclusive insights 

     👉 Join a supportive community dedicated to healing and recovery

    MORE ABOUT ROSSANA FAYE

    Website: https://rollercoasteroflove.ca

    Instagram & TikTok: @_rollercoasteroflove 

    Books:  Rollercoaster of Love: Healing Journal - https://amzn.to/3MyRl8B

    Narc Free Journal: A Step by Step Guide to Your Freedom - https://amzn.to/44eAFcH 

    ROSSANA FAYE knows what it's like to be trapped on an emotional rollercoaster. After surviving 14 years in an abusive relationship, she transformed her pain into purpose—becoming a Certified Life and Relationship Coach dedicated to helping others break free from narcissistic abuse. 

    As the founder of Rollercoaster of Love Inc. and host of Real Talk with Ro, Rossana creates content that's both relatable and deeply validating. She's the author of Rollercoaster of Love: Healing Journal and Narc Free Journal: A Step by Step Guide to Your Freedom—tools that guide survivors from trauma bonds to true freedom.

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse pod

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

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    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    29 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 27 minutes 43 seconds
    When Dangerous People Don't Look Scary: How to Spot the Dark Triad Personality Type

    Can a psychopath be a good person? And how do we spot dangerous people when they seem so charming? 

    This holiday special brings you an in-depth answer to one of your most-asked questions with highlights from Dr. Kerry's interview with Tara Blair Ball about the Dark Triad Personality.  

    We explore why dangerous people don't look scary, how we underestimate predatory behavior through "positive projection," and the critical difference between niceness and kindness—especially important to remember during the holiday season. 

    CHAPTERS

    0:38 Can Psychopaths Live Morally?

    7:09 Narcissism, Psychopathy & Machiavellianism Explained

    10:09 Why We're Attracted to Arrogance & Confidence

    13:04 The Stages of Moral Development

    17:45 The Mask of Sanity: Nice Doesn't Mean Good

    22:48 The Light Triad: The Opposite of Dark Personalities

    PODCAST EXTRA 

    This week, there is no exclusive Podcast Extra interview. Instead, we're offering this special holiday edition to ALL Substack subscribers as our gift to you!  

    This is the perfect time to join our community. 

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 

    All Substack paid subscribers now receive immediate access to the Toxic-Free Relationship Club, which includes: 

    -Invitation to the monthly Q&A with Dr. Kerry 

    -Quarterly club-wide events featuring narcissistic abuse experts 

    -Weekly newsletter with exclusive insights 

    Find the Substack newsletter and join the community here: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse 

    👉 Get immediate access and join a supportive community dedicated to healing and recovery: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    Stay in Touch With Dr. Kerry!

    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

    Support the show

    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    22 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 10 minutes 8 seconds
    How Do I Know If I'm in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship? Watch for These Signs

    "How do I know if I'm in an emotionally abusive relationship?" asks a YouTube listener. 

    In this episode, Dr. Kerry explains why even asking this question is an important sign of possible trouble. Dr Kerry will outline what emotional abuse actually looks like (hint: it's not about one-off incidents—it's about patterns) and why you might feel like you're shrinking or walking on eggshells.  Abusive relationships turn people into functional objects instead of letting them shine as a fully autonomous and complex person. 

    Chapters

    0:00 Introduction: “How Do I Know I’m in an Abusive Relationship?”

    1:59 Signs You Can't Be Your Full Self

    6:09 When Adults Refuse to Learn Life Skills

    8:38 Red Flags: Questioning Your Reality

    Submit Your Question 

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

    Support the show

    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    18 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 28 minutes 35 seconds
    When Your Family Chooses the Narcissist Over You: What Survivors Must Know

    Ever felt like you're the problem in your family—even when you're the one being hurt?

    This week, Ágatha Peters joins Dr. Kerry to explore how cultural expectations and family loyalty create the perfect conditions for narcissistic abuse to thrive undetected. We discuss why narcissism often goes unnamed in non-Western cultures, how the scapegoat role becomes nearly impossible to escape when the entire community reinforces it, and why leaving isn't just about one relationship—it's about losing your entire world. 

    CHAPTERS

    0:00 The Struggles of Leaving a Toxic Relationship with Agatha Peters

    3:21 Cultural Perspectives on Narcissism

    7:32 Impact of Family and Culture on the Development of Self

    10:30 Narcissism as a Global Problem

    15:28 Navigating Abuse in a Foreign Country

    18:34 When You're Abused in Foreign Country

    23:45 Understanding the Role of the Scapegoat

    PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT 

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    MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST EXTRA INTERVIEW 

    🔹 Stuck as the family scapegoat? Wondering how to survive when you can't leave? 

    Ágatha reveals the psychological strategies that help you endure when escape isn't an option, why you can't change your role in a narcissistic family system, and how to build your own community within a community that's failed you. 

    👉 Get immediate access to this extended interview

    MORE ABOUT ÁGATHA PETERS 

    ÁGATHA PETERS is a licensed therapist specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery within multicultural contexts. Drawing from both her clinical expertise and personal experience navigating cultural expectations, Ágatha helps clients understand how family loyalty, collectivist values, and cultural identity intersect with narcissistic dynamics—making abuse harder to name, harder to prove, and nearly impossible to escape without losing everything.

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    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

    Support the show

    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    15 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 10 minutes
    Why Does Surviving Narcissistic Abuse Turn You into Someone You Don't Recognize?

    You dodged a bullet!" No—the bullet hit me. I just survived.

    This week's Fan Mail question comes from a YouTube listener who writes: 

    "People tell me I dodged a bullet. But the bullet hit me—I just survived. I feel like it turned me into a monster. The PTSD caused me to start reacting more strongly to smaller triggers and even did abusive things myself in what I felt was self-defense."

    In this episode, Dr. Kerry addresses why "you dodged a bullet" feels so wrong, what survivor's guilt really is, why up to 75% of narcissistic abuse survivors develop PTSD, and how to make peace with the protective parts of yourself that helped you survive—without exiling them. 

    Submit Your Question 

    If you'd like your question addressed on air, send it here: 

    👉 https://kerrymcavoyphd.fillout.com/fan-mail

    Stay in Touch With Dr. Kerry!

    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

    Support the show

    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    11 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 47 minutes 35 seconds
    How are Narcissists Made: Is it Trauma or Genetic? Here's What Dr. Salerno Thinks

    Is narcissism caused by genetics or trauma? Ever heard “narcissists act that way because of bad parenting" or “because they’ve experienced trauma?” 

    This week, Dr. Peter Salerno returns to challenge everything you thought you knew about the cause of narcissistic personality disorder. We're diving into the controversial science of heritability. Why genetics matters more than psychology has been willing to admit, what it means for treatment and recovery, and why this conversation has been intentionally swept under the rug for decades. 

    PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT

    Find the exclusive second segment and weekly newsletter here: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST EXTRA INTERVIEW 

    🔹 Stuck in cognitive dissonance? Are you struggling with the decision to leave and wondering why you can’t? 

    Dr. Salerno reveals why waiting for certainty keeps you trapped, how to make the hardest decision of your life without knowing if it's "right," and why almost no one regrets leaving once they do.  

    👉 Get immediate access to this extended interview: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuse

    MORE ABOUT DR. PETER SALERNO

    Instagram: @DrPeterSalerno

    YouTube: Dr. Peter Salerno

    Website: drpetersalerno.com

    Books: The Nature and Nurture of Narcissism: Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder from the Perspective of Gene - Environment Interaction - https://amzn.to/3X0athZ 

    Traumatic Cognitive Dissonance: Healing from an Abusive Relationship with a Disordered Personality - https://amzn.to/4o8yqif 

    'Cruelty by Nature: The Science of Intentional Abuse - https://amzn.to/3M9k1Vt

    DR. PETER SALERNO is a retired clinical psychologist with an expert understanding of personality pathology, narcissistic abuse recovery, and the genetic components of personality disorders. 

    Stay in Touch With Dr. Kerry!

    More About Dr. Kerry

    Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. 

    In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.

    Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!

    Support the show

    Disclaimer: This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.


    8 December 2025, 7:00 am
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