Therapy for Unhealthy, Controlling, or Emotionally Abusive Relationships

Are you in a relationship that leaves you feeling confused, unseen, or constantly questioning yourself?
You may be dealing with patterns of emotional manipulation, control, or invalidation—often associated with individuals who have strong self-focus, difficulty with empathy, or controlling behaviors.

I work with individuals navigating emotionally complex relationships, whether with a partner, parent, colleague, or friend. Our goal is to help you make sense of your experience, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with your sense of self.

Recognizing unhealthy relational patterns

Some people may consistently:

  • Struggle to consider your feelings or perspective

  • Prioritize their needs or image above all else

  • React defensively to feedback or criticism

  • Use blame, guilt, or gaslighting to maintain control

  • Shift emotional responsibility onto you

  • Make you feel like you're never "enough"

Whether these patterns are occasional or persistent, they can have a profound impact on your well-being.

How therapy can support you

You deserve relationships rooted in mutual respect and emotional safety. In therapy, we work to:

  • Clarify confusing or emotionally draining dynamics

  • Rebuild your confidence, intuition, and self-trust

  • Understand how past experiences may influence current patterns

  • Set and maintain healthy emotional and interpersonal boundaries

  • Heal from chronic self-doubt, guilt, or emotional overwhelm

  • Decide what you want from the relationship—with clarity and strength

Who I work with

I support people navigating:

  • Emotionally imbalanced romantic relationships

  • Complex or controlling family dynamics

  • Challenging friendships or workplace situations

  • The aftermath of manipulative or invalidating relationships

You don’t need a formal diagnosis or label to seek support. If you feel hurt, confused, or emotionally depleted by someone close to you, that’s reason enough to reach out.

Ready to reclaim your emotional clarity?

If you’re feeling lost in a difficult relationship or recovering from one, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can help you untangle what’s happening and return to yourself.

Reach out today for a free consultation and take the first step toward healing and empowerment.