Emotional Abusive Behaviors and A Closer Look at Gaslighting: Clinical Tools to Break the Cycle of Manipulation and Regain Personal Power – Amy Marlow-MaCoy

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Summary

• “It’s my own fault isn’t it…” The trauma caused by the verbal and emotional abuse of Gaslighting can and leave clients doubting their self-worth, feeling isolated and questioning their sense of reality.

• They can lose hope as their abuser wears them down and takes control.

• But Gaslighting is often subtle.

• It can be hard to spot, even for therapists.

• Without recognizing the signs and knowing how to work with the resulting trauma in therapy, your clients could continue to suffer the effects of ongoing abuse and manipulation.