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Support Groups & Hotlines

  •  The Trevor Project — 24/7 crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ youth
    https://www.thetrevorproject.org | Phone: 1-866-488-7386
     
  • Narcissistic Abuse Support Groups — Online communities offering peer support
    https://www.supportgroups.com/narcissistic-abuse
     
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline — Confidential support for abuse survivors
    https://www.thehotline.org | Phone: 1-800-799-7233


  • The Network/La Red:.This organization provides support groups, housing support, and individualized services specifically for LGBTQ+ survivors of partner abuse. They offer a 24-hour hotline and specialize in serving adult lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender survivors. Phone: 1-800-832-1901

 

  • LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation: This organization works to raise awareness and advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing domestic violence, providing resources and support. 

        Phone: 1-800-799-7233 0r Text BEGIN to 88788

Books & Podcasts

  • “Will I Ever Be Free of You?” by Karyl McBride — Understanding and healing from narcissistic abuse
     
  • “Seeing It and Saying It” Podcast — Conversations on narcissistic abuse and recovery
     
  • “The Narcissist in Your Life” by Julie L. Hall — Tools for setting boundaries and healing


  • "The Drama f the Gifted Child: The Search for the True Self" by  Alice Miller — Childhood trauma, false self, perfectionism 


  •  "The Body Never Lies" By Alice Miller — Somatic memory and depressive roots 


  •  "Narcissism in the Gay Communy" by The Gay Men Going Deeper Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRafn8N5Ryc


  • "Narcissistic Abuse / The Signs" by Med Circle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt56nGmGG-0


  • How Narcissist Abuse Manipulates Your Brain (& How You Can Reservse it!) by Carolibe Strawson — No Visisble Bruse https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD6p0wcMgq8

Articles & Blogs

  • Your Journey from Pain to Power The Rift With Rick is a raw and honest space dedicated to survivors of narcissistic abuse and emotional trauma. Here, we walk together through the challenges, embracing imperfect healing and empowering you to reclaim your story and rewrite your life on your own terms. 

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  • Narcissistic abuse, as discussed in Psychology Today, is a form of emotional and psychological manipulation used by individuals with narcissistic personality traits to control and exploit others. It's not limited to romantic relationships and can occur with family, friends, or colleagues. This abuse often involves tactics like gaslighting, devaluation, and manipulation, leaving victims feeling confused, isolated, and questioning their own reality.  

Tools & Guides

 

  • Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Checklist — Printable self-help guide
     
  • Safe Space Journal Prompts — Reflective exercises to aid healing

Tools & Guides downloads

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Checklist (pdf)Download
Safe Space Journal Prompts Rick (pdf)Download

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