Therapy for Trust Issues, High Control Relationships & Narcissistic Abuse in Colorado
Supportive therapy for adults navigating trust issues, controlling dynamics, and confusing or overwhelming relationships.
Are you constantly questioning yourself or your choices in relationships?
Maybe a controlling partner, manipulative friend, or emotionally abusive family member has left you doubting your instincts, feeling anxious, or struggling to set boundaries. Or perhaps you’ve experienced betrayal, have a fear of abandonment, and the feel the tension between craving closeness and guarding your heart.
Do you feel drained, anxious, or unsure in your relationships, but can’t quite put your finger on why?
Maybe you notice small things that unsettle you — constant criticism, guilt when asserting yourself, or feeling like you’re “walking on eggshells.” Perhaps you leave conversations feeling confused, exhausted, or questioning your own memory or feelings.
Common signs you may be in a high control relationship include:
Your partner or family member dictates who you see, what you do, or how you spend money
Frequent criticism or blame that leaves you doubting yourself
Being isolated from friends, family, or support systems
Experiencing gaslighting—where your reality is questioned or dismissed
Feeling like you’re walking on eggshells to avoid conflict or punishment
Difficulty making decisions independently due to fear or intimidation
If you recognize these patterns, therapy can help you understand and break free from this cycle.
How Therapy Can Help You Heal and Regain Control
Healing from high-control or narcissistic relationships takes courage—and the right support.
In therapy, you will learn to:
Recognize controlling behaviors and their impact on your mental health and self-worth
Set and maintain healthy boundaries that protect your emotional and physical safety
Build confidence in your own voice, decisions, and needs
Reconnect with your support system and rebuild healthy relationships
Process feelings of guilt, shame, or confusion caused by manipulation or abuse
My trauma-informed, client-centered approach provides a safe, nonjudgmental space tailored to your unique experiences.
We will work together to restore your autonomy and foster resilience.
What You Can Expect After Therapy
You don’t have to live feeling controlled or powerless.
Rediscover your strength and independence.
Experience relationships based on respect, trust, and mutual care.
Move from fear and doubt to confidence and freedom.
Rebuild trust in yourself and others – trust your instincts and identify what feels safe
Use coping tools and self-compassion to manage stress, doubt, and emotional overwhelm
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Trust issues usually stem from past experiences where connection felt unsafe—like betrayal, emotional neglect, abandonment, or growing up in environments where love came with conditions. Your nervous system learned to protect you by staying on guard. Therapy gently helps you unwind these survival patterns and rebuild safety, so trust can grow in a way that feels secure and true to you.
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Control becomes abusive when it limits your freedom, isolates you, or harms your emotional well-being. If your loved one regularly dismisses your feelings, manipulates your reality, or punishes you for asserting yourself, these are warning signs of an unhealthy dynamic.
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These feelings are common but never your fault. Therapy provides a compassionate space to process these emotions, reduce self-blame, and develop self-compassion.
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I use a blend of trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral strategies to identify and change unhealthy thought patterns, and boundary-setting skills. We also work with somatic, body-based techniques to help your nervous system feel safe again, and use inner child or parts work to gently heal the younger, wounded parts of you that still carry pain. Together, we focus on emotional regulation, rebuilding self-esteem, and creating tools tailored specifically to your situation.
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Yes. Therapy isn’t just about leaving a relationship; it’s about helping you understand your experiences, build safety, and explore your options. You have full autonomy to decide the next steps at your own pace.
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Absolutely. If your early experiences with faith taught you that love was conditional, judgmental, or manipulative, it can deeply impact your ability to trust others — and yourself. We work gently to process that pain and rebuild trust on your terms.
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Your first step is a free consultation where we discuss your experiences and goals. From there, we’ll design a personalized plan focused on your healing and empowerment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to reclaim your power and rebuild your life?
Contact me today to begin your healing journey.