Best LPC | Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking Energetic Ties After Divorce: Healing, Letting Go & Reopening to Love with Joanna Shakti, The Soul Love Mentor and Founder of Ecstatic Intimacy 56:34

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Have you ever wondered why, even after divorce, your ex still feels energetically present in your life? Divorce isn't just the end of a relationship... it's a profound emotional, energetic, and spiritual transition. Long after the legal papers are signed and the physical separation is complete, many people remain unconsciously bonded to their forme…

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The Transformation Trilogy Part 1: Narcissist’s New Supply: Why It Hurts So Bad and How to Heal 22:35

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Share your comments with Marcia When the narcissist moves on quickly — posting pictures, declaring “new love,” or playing house with someone else — it can feel like a punch to the gut. You start asking: Was I ever loved? Was any of it real? Why does this hurt so much when I know they were toxic? In this raw and deeply personal episode, Licensed The…

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How to Feel Embodied After Trauma 50:23

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Dissociation isn't a personal failure, it's your mind's brilliant survival strategy when trauma overwhelms your system. The mind and body intentionally separate during abuse, creating distance like a referee stopping a brutal boxing match, but this protective mechanism can persist long after you're safe. You learn what it means when your body won't…

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From Surviving to Thriving (Part 2) — Choosing Yourself After Narcissistic Abuse with Tarisha Fields 46:37

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Share your comments with Marcia In this powerful continuation of her story, Tarisha Fields returns to The Healing Lounge to share what life looks like after survival — the deep, unfiltered truth about choosing herself, setting boundaries, and learning to love without apology. Once trapped in the cycle of toxic relationships, people-pleasing, and se…

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When Your Wife Wants a Divorce... And You Didn't See It Coming with Relationship and Personal‐Growth Coach, Tim Wade 54:43

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When your wife says she wants a divorce... and you never saw it coming... it can feel like your world is collapsing. Most men panic in that moment. They chase, plead, argue, or withdraw… all the things that feel natural, but only push her further away. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with transformational men's coa…

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Meghan Judge: Living with CPTSD & Misdiagnosis 56:47

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Complex PTSD doesn't show up like a broken arm - nobody opens doors for you when your nervous system is on fire. Meghan Judge shares how losing her sister at age two, then her father at twelve, then her best friend in her twenties created a lifetime of hypervigilance that looked like "something wrong with her" instead of what it actually was: a bod…

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From Survivor to Thriver: Tarisha’s Journey to Freedom and Forgiveness 39:04

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Share your comments with Marcia In this powerful episode of The Healing Lounge, Marcia Williams sits down with yoga instructor, meditation guide, and life coach Tarisha Fields, whose story of survival and self-reclamation after narcissistic abuse will move you to your core. What begins as a conversation between two women who’ve walked similar paths…

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Navigating Narcissistic Co-Parenting with Clarity and Strength with Dr. David Hawkins, Founder and Director of the Marriage Recovery Center and the Emotional Abuse Institute 40:34

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Co-parenting is never easy—but when your ex displays narcissistic or emotionally abusive behaviors, it can feel impossible. You're not just managing logistics—you're protecting your peace, supporting your children, and trying not to lose yourself in the chaos. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. David Hawkins, founder of the Marriage Recovery Center…

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7 Steps to Leaving a Narcissist Part 2 1:02:09

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Share your comments with Marcia If you listened to Part 1, you know we covered the hardest part — waking up to the truth, letting go of the fantasy, and quietly planning your exit. But once you leave the narcissist, a whole new journey begins. In Part 2, Licensed Therapist and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach Marcia Williams opens up about the nex…

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What Makes the Female Mind Capable of Bullying? 33:28

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The female mind works like an intricate spider web - connecting threads across time, memory, intuition, and care - which makes women's capacity for love extraordinarily powerful, but when twisted into bullying becomes devastatingly cruel. The same mental architecture that creates profound nurturing can transform into covert psychological warfare th…

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7 Steps to Leave a Narcissist (and How I Did It) — Part 1 40:32

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Share your comments with Marcia Leaving a narcissist isn’t about packing a bag — it’s about reclaiming your mind, your power, and your peace. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why can’t I just walk away?” — or if you’ve left but still feel that emotional pull that keeps you wondering if you made the right choice — this episode is for you. In this fir…

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Why Strong Boundaries are your Superpower 1:01:09

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Boundaries aren't walls to keep people out - they're your foundation for freedom, and most people get this completely wrong. Growing up in chaos teaches your nervous system that disappointing someone equals death, making you a gold medal people pleaser who manages everyone else's emotions while ignoring your own. Traditional boundary advice like "j…

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Abuse Recovery: Why Narcissistic Trauma Takes Longer to Heal with Justine Weber. Psy.D & Coach 43:49

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Healing from narcissistic abuse during divorce is one of the hardest emotional battles you'll ever face. The confusion, self-doubt, and emotional traps can feel endless—but recovery is possible, and faster than you think. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce podcast, Karen McMahon speaks with Dr. Justine Weber, licensed psychologist and na…

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Trusting Myself Again: Paul’s Breakthrough After 26 Years of Narcissistic Abuse 34:41

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Share your comments with Marcia What does it take to finally trust yourself again after decades of gaslighting, manipulation, and emotional abuse? In this powerful episode of The Healing Lounge, I sit down with my dear friend and fellow survivor, Paul, to explore that very question. Paul spent 26 years married to a covert, passive-aggressive narcis…

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GROOMED — A Survivor’s Story of Empowerment 34:48

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Share your comments with Marcia In this deeply personal episode of The Healing Lounge, Marcia Williams—licensed therapist, narcissistic abuse recovery coach, and survivor—shares the raw truth of her 30-year marriage to a narcissist. For the first time on the podcast, Marcia steps fully into her own story, joined by her sister for an intimate interv…

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Why Leaving a Narcissist Feels Impossible (and Why You’re Not Weak) 23:16

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Share your comments with Marcia Have you ever heard the question, “If it’s so bad, why don’t you just leave?” In this episode of The Healing Lounge, Marcia Williams—licensed therapist, author, and survivor of a 30-year marriage to a narcissist—breaks down why leaving isn’t that simple. From trauma bonds and finances to faith, shame, and children, M…

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Survivor. Therapist. Truth-Teller. Meet Marcia Williams 23:36

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Share your comments with Marcia In this very first episode of The Healing Lounge, host Marcia Williams opens up about her journey — from surviving a 30-year marriage to a narcissist to becoming a licensed therapist dedicated to helping others heal. Marcia shares her personal story of pain, awakening, and resilience, and why she created The Healing …

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Healing Betrayal at the Cellular Level: Somatic Freedom After Infidelity with Guest, Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt, Betrayal Recovery Coach, Attorney, and TEDx Speaker 39:24

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Betrayal doesn't just happen in your mind—it lives in your body. The racing heart, the tight chest, the endless mental loops that keep you awake at night… they're not just "in your head." They're your body holding on to trauma. And while journaling, therapy, and mindset work can bring clarity, they don't always free you from the pain that's lodged …

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We Survived The Challenge Retreat: Why Pushing Limits Is the Ultimate Growth Tool 1:09:08

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Nikki and Chris dive into their transformative experience at Emily Schromm's The Challenge Retreat Season 2, a wellness adventure in California’s stunning Teravana ranch, where they tackle grueling physical challenges and unexpected emotional breakthroughs. Despite personal grief and burnout, they push through steep hill races and puzzles, discover…

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The Unspoken Grief of Divorced Men and How to Rise From It with Founder of Men's Therapy Online, Marc Azoulay, LPC, LAC, CPG, ACS 1:00:14

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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Marc Azoulay, psychotherapist and founder of Men's Therapy Online, for a raw and powerful conversation about the struggles men face during and after divorce. Too often, men are left to navigate their grief alone—raised to be stoic, self-sufficient, and emotionally guarded. But w…

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Beyond Charlie Kirk's Assassination: Cultivating Tolerance & Processing Trauma in a Violent World 1:04:06

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Violence like Charlie Kirk’s assassination or the recent Evergreen school shooting hits hard, especially for sensitive souls, but you can shield your nervous system from trauma’s grip. Talk out the details with trusted people to release the tension—your brain’s snapshot isn’t meant to haunt you, it’s trying to keep you safe. Write it out, don’t cha…

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Dating After Divorce: Expert Tips on Confidence, Curiosity & Connection with Legendary Matchmaker & Dating Coach, Julie Ferman 56:22

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Stepping back into the dating world after a long marriage and painful divorce can feel overwhelming. The landscape has changed, your confidence may feel shaky, and it's easy to carry old fears and insecurities with you. But what if dating after divorce wasn't about pressure or "finding the one"? What if it was an invitation to rediscover yourself? …

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Essential Steps for Business Owners Facing Divorce with Gabriella Martinelli, CDFA® 46:34

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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Gabriella Martinelli, a seasoned Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® and founder of Ever After Wealth®, to explore the critical steps business owners must take to value and protect their businesses before a divorce. With over two decades of experience helping entrepreneurs navi…

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Why Stubborn People Are Actually Genius 27:55

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Most empaths and highly sensitive people get labeled as stubborn, but this trait might actually be a superpower. Stubbornness gets reframed from negative to positive, examining how HSPs develop this quality as protection in invalidating environments. Narcissistic parents view stubborn children as threats, creating shame around boundaries and indepe…

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When the Abuse Has No Bruises: How to Spot, Speak About, and Heal from Emotional Harm with Annette Oltmans, Founder and CEO of The M3ND Project 49:23

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Abuse doesn't always leave physical scars, but it always leaves an impact. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I sit down with Annette Oltmans — survivor, author, and founder of The M3ND Project — to shine a light on the realities of emotional and covert abuse, and the all-too-common retraumatization that happens when victims see…

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Positive Masculinity: Why Real Men Cry 55:33

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Chris shares the raw reality of losing his father suddenly at 72 and how grief reveals the power of positive masculinity. Traditional masculine norms taught men to suppress emotions and avoid vulnerability, but this episode demonstrates a different path by processing pain rather than bottling it up. The discussion covers how an older generation was…

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Rewire Your Beliefs: Shift Painful Emotions Instantly with ThetaHealing with Sanaiyah Gurnamal 50:53

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Letting go of a long-term relationship can feel like losing a lifetime investment, leaving you with grief, resentment, and confusion about how to move forward. Divorce often stirs old wounds and unconscious beliefs formed in childhood, patterns that resurface in marriage and make the ending feel even more painful. Many people believe it will take y…

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Daddy Issues and Father Figures: What Healthy Masculinity Actually Looks Like 54:30

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The term "daddy issues" points to what happens when you don't get healthy fathering. A good father figure provides grounding and stability - like being the kite string that keeps you tethered while you soar. They teach protection through boundaries, not control, and help you learn the difference between genuine care and manipulation. Healthy father…

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Building Intuitive Muscles to Repair Self Betrayal from Childhood Trauma 45:34

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Self-betrayal starts in childhood when trauma teaches you to ignore what your gut is telling you and go straight into overthinking mode just to survive. Your intuition isn't something you think about - it's something you feel deep in your center, quiet and calm, while anxiety creates this crazy mental chaos that spins you out. As kids, trauma survi…

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Parallel Parenting: Boundaries, Structure & Legal Clarity with Randi L. Karmel, PLLC 1:09:42

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When co-parenting feels impossible because of constant conflict, there is another way. It's called parallel parenting—a structure designed for high-conflict divorce that reduces interaction, sets clear boundaries, and allows both parents to focus on their children's wellbeing. In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I'm joined by Ran…

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Goodbye George; Losing the Man that Made my Husband 28:23

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In this heartfelt episode, we're navigating grief after the sudden loss of my father-in-law, Chris's dad; George. We revisit a throwback discussion on the five stages of grief - denial, anger, depression, bargaining, and acceptance - but with a deeper understanding of how these stages work. Grief doesn't follow a neat checklist and we often move ba…

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Faith in the Fire: Why a Spiritual Foundation Matters in Life's Hardest Moments with Pastor Ray Longwood 50:58

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In this deeply personal and heart-centered episode, Karen McMahon sits down with her longtime friend and pastor, Ray Longward, Lead Pastor at Experience Vineyard Church, for an open and vulnerable conversation about faith, healing, and leadership in life's hardest seasons. For the first time publicly, Karen shares the central role her Christian fai…

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Getting Out of Your Head if You Had Narcissistic Parents 34:03

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If you grew up with narcissistic or emotionally immature parents, you know the frustration of having all the head knowledge about healing but struggling to actually feel calm in your body. This episode explains why you learned to dissociate and live in your head as a survival mechanism during childhood trauma. We dive into how children of narcissis…

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Stage Fright, Self Worth, and the Power of Showing Up 1:19:45

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Happy 400th Episode!!! I sit down with Chris to talk about the fascinating connection between stage fright and sensitivity. So many of us carry this primal fear of being watched, and it can trigger deep nervous system responses that we don’t always understand. Chris shares his journey from doing magic tricks in kindergarten to performing on stage t…

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When Money Turns Malicious: High-Conflict Divorce in Wealthy Families with New York Attorney, Joshua L. Rieger 39:34

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In high-net-worth divorces, money isn't just a shared asset—it often becomes the sharpest weapon in the conflict. From hidden accounts to excessive legal spending, financial manipulation can turn an already painful process into a drawn-out war. In this powerful episode, high-conflict divorce coach Karen McMahon explores the darker side of wealth an…

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How to Repair After a Fight - Part 2 33:55

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Continuing with part two of How to Repair after a fight, we discover that apologies are actually the easy part - the true work lies in learning co-regulation and validation without falling into shame or defensive patterns. Mental health work means accepting that sometimes repair happens on different timelines, and that's okay. I'm walking through t…

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Divorce-Proof Your Wallet: What High-Earning Women Must Know with CDFA, Nikki Turner 46:01

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This episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast explores what high-earning women need to know to protect their finances before, during, and after divorce. Guest expert Nikki Tucker, personal financial strategist and founder of The FIIRM Approach, shares actionable strategies for staying empowered through financial transitions. With a focus on pr…