In this transformative episode of Reinventing the Arena, Host and Relationship Coach Molly Connolly welcomes Dr. Michelle Roberts, an accomplished journalist, psychotherapist, and professor, to discuss her work in relational trauma and the impact of narcissistic abuse on women’s lives.
Dr. Roberts brings a wealth of knowledge from over 25 years of research on narcissistic abuse, sharing insights into how early life trauma influences adult relationships, the neurological impacts of prolonged emotional abuse, and the importance of therapies like EMDR for healing complex PTSD.
Key Topics Covered:
Defining Narcissistic Abuse
Early Life Trauma’s Impact on Adult Relationships
Why Elevated Empathy and Cooperativeness Can Be Risk Factors
The Prevalence and Misdiagnosis of Complex PTSD
Therapies for Healing
Building Self-Worth through Daily Practices
Connect with Dr. Michelle Roberts:
IG: @drmichelleroberts
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelationalTraumaRecovery/
Michelle's therapy website is: www.michellerobertsphd.com
Michelle's psychedelic-assisted therapy website is: www.drmichelleroberts.com
Michelle's bio: https://www.michellerobertsphd.com/biography
Story about Michelle: https://www.michellerobertsphd.com/journal/my-story
Resource mentioned: https://heal.michellerobertsphd.com/ResilientByDesign
Sign up for her newsletter: https://www.michellerobertsphd.com/#signup
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