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“I’m able to think more clear, I don’t feel helpless anymore. It’s like there’s this new awareness that will never go away—like I can’t turn back—it’s just there with me. It’s pretty fantastic.”

Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Podcast

Upcoming Guest

Bill Eddy

Lawyer, mediator, and social worker

episode for October 20th:

Watch Out For These 5 Types of People!

The five high-conflict personality types most likely to destroy your peace—and how to recognize them early.
Why charm, confidence, or charisma can sometimes be red flags, not green lights.
Simple strategies to protect your energy and disengage from people who thrive on chaos.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Start With What Hurts Most

If you’re feeling confused, exhausted, or questioning yourself, you’re not alone. Let’s match you with the support that fits exactly where you are right now.

“I don’t know if it’s toxic or if I’m the problem.”

Toxic or Troubled? Quiz

Pinpoint what’s happening in your relationship and get a personalized healing track.

“I know it’s toxic, but I still can’t leave.”

First Steps to Leaving course

A powerful self-paced course to break the trauma bond and build clarity.

“I want consistent support and a safe, validating community.”

Toxic-Free Relationship Club

Live coaching, somatic tools, and a peer community that gets it.

“I just need clarity and grounding right now.”

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About Kerry

You’re Not the Problem—But You Can Be the Solution.

I’m Dr. Kerry McAvoy—a retired psychologist who survived what you’re surviving. I know the confusion of not being able to trust your own perceptions, and the exhaustion of walking on eggshells in your own life.

After my own harrowing journey through lies, betrayal, and rebuilding, I created these programs to help others find their way back to themselves—with practical tools, not just therapy-speak.

My memoir, Love You More, chronicles the shocking reality of my marriage to a sex addict and pathological liar. It’s raw, honest, and shows how even a trained psychologist can get trapped—and how you can get free.

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Success Stories

“After looking in many different places for help (marriage and individual counselors, books, social media and friends) over many years, this is the first time I have genuinely felt improvement with my situation. Her knowledge of what goes on inside a toxic relationship and how to break free from it is far ahead of anything else I’ve experienced.”

"Kerry came into my life when I felt helpless, hopeless & eternally alone. She made me feel understood & validated instead of crazy. After working through her cognitive dissonance course, I regained my sense of self and have found a new purpose. Her expertise & vulnerability has helped me turn my life around. I’m thankful for her bright light."

"Kerry’s delivery of abuse, narcissism, and toxic relationship information is approachable. She compellingly captures the emotional experience of a toxic relationship by weaving in personal stories with educational content so that others feel understood and supported."

"I get better help and understanding from this club than any therapist has ever given me. Plus, I can get help and education when it fits into my generally very busy schedule instead of fixed therapist appointments. I just signed up for the Academy for 1 year. Easiest decision I've made in a long time."

"Being a victim of narcissistic abuse has been my life’s worst and most isolating experience. Finding Dr. Kerry and this community group was the rope I was desperately reaching for – they have truly rescued me."

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