Jun 15, 2026 · not_requested
Why Narcissists Use Pet Names Instead of Calling You by Your Real Name
- Duration seconds
- 1541
Podcast
Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse
- Author
- Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D.
- Feed episode count
- 275
- Official site
- https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/breaking-free/
Summary
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.
Episodes
Jun 11, 2026 · not_requested
You've Been Brainwashed! How Manipulators Train You to Never Leave
- Duration seconds
- 550
Jun 8, 2026 · not_requested
Born into a Cult. Then Married a Narcissist. Is Coercive Control Stealing Your Life?
- Duration seconds
- 1729
Jun 4, 2026 · not_requested
You Saw the Red Flags and Stayed Anyway. Here’s the Real Reason Why
- Duration seconds
- 506
Jun 1, 2026 · not_requested
Nobody Taught Us What a Healthy Relationship Looks Like — Here's the Cost
- Duration seconds
- 1541
May 28, 2026 · not_requested
Alpine Divorce: When Narcissistic Abuse Turns Physically Dangerous
- Duration seconds
- 740
May 25, 2026 · not_requested
Narcissists Are Waging a Secret War Against You: 5 Dark Psychology Experts Expose Their Tactics
- Duration seconds
- 1490
May 21, 2026 · not_requested
Why Your Kids May Have Blamed You for the Narcissist's Abuse — and What to Do Now
- Duration seconds
- 628
May 18, 2026 · not_requested
Childhood Neglect: The Hidden Damage From Narcissistic Families That Follows You Into Every Relationship
- Duration seconds
- 1672
May 14, 2026 · not_requested
The Real Reason You Can't Stop Snooping on Your Narcissistic Partner
- Duration seconds
- 900
May 11, 2026 · not_requested
Dreading Their Next Message? How to Stop the Toxicity With a Narcissistic Co-Parent
- Duration seconds
- 1656
May 7, 2026 · not_requested
5 Years of Stalking Hell After an Interaction With a Neighbor
- Duration seconds
- 737
May 4, 2026 · not_requested
Confessions of a Womanizer: "How I Became a Narcissist's Perfect Victim"
- Duration seconds
- 2703
Apr 30, 2026 · not_requested
The Dark Truth About Growing Up Without a Mother’s Love
- Duration seconds
- 472
Apr 27, 2026 · not_requested
Why We Fail to See the Warning Signs When Women Become Dangerous (feat. Anna Motz)
- Duration seconds
- 2292
Apr 23, 2026 · not_requested
When You Finally Leave—Why a Narcissist Becomes a "Monster”
- Duration seconds
- 503
Apr 20, 2026 · not_requested
Keep Finding Yourself in the Same Toxic Relationships? How to Break the Pattern
- Duration seconds
- 1907
Apr 16, 2026 · not_requested
Is Your Partner Hiding Money? How Narcissists Use Finances to Control You
- Duration seconds
- 393
Apr 13, 2026 · not_requested
Why Covert Narcissists Always Make You Feel Guilty (Even When You've Done Nothing Wrong)
- Duration seconds
- 2029
Apr 9, 2026 · not_requested
Why Narcissists Always Make Their Victims Look Unhinged
- Duration seconds
- 519
Apr 6, 2026 · not_requested
The #1 Mistake People Make When Divorcing a Narcissist
- Duration seconds
- 2251
Apr 2, 2026 · not_requested
How to Help a Friend Who Can't Walk Away from a Narcissistic Relationship
- Duration seconds
- 528
Mar 30, 2026 · not_requested
The Scary Reason Why Gaslighting Actually Works (And You’re a Part of the Problem)
- Duration seconds
- 1392
Mar 26, 2026 · not_requested
Do Narcissists Enjoy Hurting You? Here's Dr. Kerry's Hard Truth
- Duration seconds
- 439
Mar 23, 2026 · not_requested
How to Tell You've Met a Narcissist: Coach Dan Ratner's Best Sniff Test
- Duration seconds
- 1949
Mar 19, 2026 · not_requested
My Brother Is Stealing My Mother's Final Years & She Refuses to Stop Him
- Duration seconds
- 679
Mar 16, 2026 · not_requested
Want to Spot Red Flags the First Time You Meet? How Abusers Reveal Themselves Through Their Words, Featuring Dr. Jennie Young
- Duration seconds
- 1943
Mar 12, 2026 · not_requested
What to Do When You Can't Leave: How to Protect Yourself from a Coercive Partner
- Duration seconds
- 995
Mar 9, 2026 · not_requested
Why Am I Not Getting Better? The Hidden CPTSD Symptoms That Can Stall Your Healing
- Duration seconds
- 1807
Mar 5, 2026 · not_requested
Watch Out for These 7 Empathy Weaponization Tactics That Will Trap You
- Duration seconds
- 662