Why We Fail to See the Warning Signs When Women Become Dangerous (feat. Anna Motz)

Why are we more afraid of a violent woman than a violent man, even though men commit the vast majority of violent crimes? This week, forensic and clinical psychologist Anna Motz joins Dr. Kerry to pull back the curtain on one of society’s most carefully avoided truths: women are capable of real violence, and we’ve been trained not to see it. PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT Find the exclusive second segment and weekly newsletter here: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabu…

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When You Finally Leave—Why a Narcissist Becomes a “Monster”

If you’re experiencing betrayal trauma after discovering your spouse’s secret life, how do you finally leave a long-term narcissistic partner without triggering their rage? A listener from the US writes in, “We’ve been in and out of therapy for 7 years trying to save our marriage. Two months ago I found out he wasn’t sober again. I left and I’m now living with my mother. How do I get out without him turning into a monster? I need strength. I need to be done.” In this episode, Kerr…

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Keep Finding Yourself in the Same Toxic Relationships? How to Break the Pattern

Have you ever looked back at your relationships and realized they all feel disturbingly familiar? That’s not a coincidence — it’s your relationship blueprint at work. This week, therapist, bestselling author of Why Do I Keep Doing This?, and mental health YouTuber Kati Morton joins Dr. Kerry to break down why so many of us keep repeating toxic relationship patterns — and what it actually takes to rewrite them. Together, they unpack the attachment theory, childhood blueprints, peo…

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Is Your Partner Hiding Money? How Narcissists Use Finances to Control You

Why does a partner hide money, and is it always a sign of financial abuse? A viewer from the US writes in, “He is very good at hiding money using apps and credit cards. How do I find out what he’s hiding?” In this episode, Dr. Kerry breaks down the difference between financial secrecy and financial abuse and how to reclaim your power in an unsafe relationship. Submit Your Question If you’d like Dr. Kerry to answer your question on air, email it to clients@kerrymcavoyphd.com …

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Why Covert Narcissists Always Make You Feel Guilty (Even When You’ve Done Nothing Wrong)

Covert narcissism (NPD) is the hardest form of narcissistic abuse to identify — and the most damaging. Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like you did something wrong — even though you can’t quite explain what? In this episode, Dr. Kerry McAvoy sits down with Dr. Anthony Mazzella (The Narcissism Decoder) to break down exactly how covert narcissists use guilt and victimhood to keep you trapped. PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT Find the exclusive secon…

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Why Narcissists Always Make Their Victims Look Unhinged

Why does the person who calls out a narcissist end up looking like the unhinged one? A Facebook follower writes in, “Why does the person recognizing and confronting the narcissistic behavior often appear unhinged to everyone else?” In this episode, Dr. Kerry explains why narcissists always appear calm and credible while their victims come across as unstable. Submit Your Question If you’d like Dr. Kerry to answer your question on air, email it to clients@kerrymcavoyphd.com or…

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The #1 Mistake People Make When Divorcing a Narcissist

Are you walking into your divorce expecting the court to finally see the truth about your narcissistic ex? This week, divorce attorney Hannah Bell Hembree joins Dr. Kerry to pull back the curtain on what really happens in the courtroom when you’re leaving a narcissist. With nearly two decades of legal experience and her own custody battle behind her, Hannah shares the hard truths every survivor needs to hear before they file. PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT Find the exclusiv…

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How to Help a Friend Who Can’t Walk Away from a Narcissistic Relationship

My best friend divorced her narcissistic ex two months ago — but she keeps talking to him, then ignoring him, then reaching out again. She says she wants to move on, but she can’t seem to break the cycle. In this episode, Dr. Kerry explains why leaving a narcissist doesn’t automatically break the trauma bond — and what’s really driving the painful push-pull your friend can’t escape. Learn how to support someone you love through this without shaming, lecturing, or pushing them further aw…

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The Scary Reason Why Gaslighting Actually Works (And You’re a Part of the Problem)

Have you ever tried to walk away from a toxic person, only to find yourself right back in the middle of their reality? This week, Dr. Robin Stern (author of The Gaslight Effect) joins Dr. Kerry for a conversation that will change how you view manipulation. Most people think gaslighting is just about lying—but the truth is much darker. It’s a “relational mess” that requires two people to function. Previous Interviews with Dr. Stern What’s wrong with me? The Power of Gaslighting to Confuse and …

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Do Narcissists Enjoy Hurting You? Here’s Dr. Kerry’s Hard Truth

Why does someone who divorces a narcissist keep going back to them? A listener writes in, “My best friend divorced her narcissistic ex two months ago — but she keeps talking to him, then ignoring him, then reaching out again. She says she wants to move on, but she can’t seem to break the cycle.” In this episode, Dr. Kerry explains why leaving a narcissist doesn’t automatically break the trauma bond and why survivors struggle to escape. Submit Your Question If you’d l…

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