Narcissistic Abuse Recovery (NAR)

Get Safety, Clarity, and Support from a Trauma Therapist Who Understands Psychological Control

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I’m Susan Brenner, LCSW, a New York–licensed trauma therapist with over 15 years of experience helping adults recover from emotionally harmful relationships.

I can help you, too.

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What Happens Next?

1. Call (347) 471-0271 or fill out the form on the right.

2. Schedule your free consultation. No pressure, no obligation.

3. We’ll talk about how EMDR in a compassionate space can turn your life around.

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery (NAR) Therapy Helps You Heal

Frequently Asked Questions

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Payments & Services

Services are billed session-by-session or in packages.

We provide superbills for insurance reimbursement, and accept HSA/FSA.

No hidden fees — all costs are explained before you begin.

What is narcissistic abuse? ▾

Narcissistic abuse involves manipulative, controlling, or demeaning behavior that erodes your sense of self. It often includes gaslighting, emotional manipulation, verbal attacks, and isolation, leaving you doubting your own reality.

How does it impact me? ▾

The effects go beyond hurt feelings. Survivors often experience chronic anxiety, self-doubt, hypervigilance, emotional exhaustion, and difficulty trusting themselves or others. Daily life can feel confusing, chaotic, or overwhelming long after the relationship ends.

What does narcissistic abuse recovery therapy do? ▾

This therapy helps you regain clarity, trust in yourself, and emotional stability. You’ll learn to identify manipulation patterns, set firm boundaries, and process trauma safely – so the abuse no longer controls your thoughts, feelings, or decisions.

Can therapy be done online? ▾

Absolutely. Online sessions provide privacy, convenience, and a sense of safety, allowing you to engage fully without the pressure of in-person meetings. Many clients find it easier to open up and make consistent progress from home.

How will therapy help me feel better? ▾

You’ll rebuild confidence, trust your own perceptions, and reduce anxiety and self-blame. With professional guidance, you’ll learn strategies to protect yourself, reclaim emotional safety, and regain control over your life – step by step, at your own pace.

Overcome the psychological and emotional trauma.

The Relationship Left You Confused and On Edge

Stabilize and Emotional Safety

Reality Repair and Self-Trust

Boundaries and Self-Leadership

We’ll Do That in Three Steps

We calm your nervous system and reduce hypervigilance so you can think clearly again.

Your body begins to feel safer.

You learn how gaslighting and manipulation distorted your perceptions – and how to reclaim your internal compass.

Confidence replaces self-doubt.

You respond instead of reacting, set limits without guilt, and trust yourself in relationships again.

You lead your life from clarity, not fear.

What Others Are Saying

“I have worked with Susan for about two years now and have seen great progress in myself! Susan will not only support your goals but will give you the tools and advice necessary to implement what you are working on in sessions into your real-life situations!” (CG)

“Susan Brenner has been instrumental in my healing journey, providing insightful guidance and unwavering support. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking a compassionate and effective therapist.” (RD)

“Working with Susan has changed my life. She introduced me to mindfulness and many coping mechanisms. She is patient, kind, relatable, and very warm in a way that welcomes me to be vulnerable with her.” (AF)

It’s Time to Stop the Cycle

Without targeted recovery work, these patterns continue long after the relationship ends.

These are learned survival strategies – not personality flaws:

● Doubting your memory, judgment, or emotional reactions
● Feeling anxious before speaking or setting boundaries
● Taking responsibility for other people’s moods
● Over-explaining, apologizing, or self-monitoring constantly
● Feeling drained, tense, or on edge even in safe situations

Recovery requires restoring clarity, safety, and trust in your own perceptions.

Your Sense of Reality Is Upside Down

Narcissistic abuse erodes your sense of self – slowly… over time.

Gaslighting, blame-shifting, emotional withdrawal, and intermittent approval create chronic confusion.

You end up questioning everything: your memory, your reactions, your decisions, your worth.

You scan for danger instead of listening to your own instincts.

You have the persistent sense that something is wrong with you – even after the relationship.

It’s Like You’re Still Being Held Captive

Your body stays alert.

Your thoughts are scrambled.

Confidence is nowhere to be found.

This isn’t because you’re broken. It’s because prolonged psychological control changes how your mind and nervous system function.

What you’re experiencing is a trauma response to narcissistic abuse.

“I feel so lucky to have found Susan when I did. Her ability to keep me calm, guide me to peace, and consistently remind me of my strength has been critical to my trauma healing.” (KA)

You Were Told You Were the Problem – YOU’RE NOT

Susan Brenner, LCSW