Hypnotherapy for narcissistic abuse recovery in London and online

Narcissistic abuse is a term used for patterns of emotional abuse, manipulation and control often associated with narcissistic traits. It can occur in intimate, family, social or work relationships. Support focuses on the behaviour and its effects on you, rather than needing a diagnosis of the other person.

No. You can seek support for harmful or abusive behaviour without knowing whether someone has a diagnosis. A diagnosis cannot be made from your account alone, and a label does not establish whether abuse occurred. Your safety, experiences and needs are the starting point.

Yes. Repeated humiliation, intimidation, isolation or control can affect confidence, wellbeing and your sense of safety even without physical violence. You do not have to wait for physical harm to ask for help. A specialist domestic abuse service can discuss what is happening and the support available.

Gaslighting describes manipulation that makes someone doubt their memory, perception or judgement. Repeated denial, distortion or blame can leave you questioning yourself. We can work on the anxiety and self-doubt that remain, without asking hypnosis to decide which memories are accurate.

Anxiety does not always disappear when contact ends. Familiar reminders, ongoing messages or worries about the future may still feel threatening. Sessions can help you work on these reactions while taking any continuing risks seriously. Persistent or severe symptoms also deserve discussion with an appropriate health professional.

Mixed feelings are common after a harmful relationship. You may miss affection, companionship or the future you hoped for while recognising the harm. Missing someone does not make their behaviour acceptable, and it does not mean you have to return. Support can help you make room for those feelings.

No. Responsibility for abusive behaviour lies with the person using it. Fear, money, children, isolation, affection and hope can all make decisions complicated. Therapy should support your wellbeing and choices without blaming you for how long it takes to work out what is safe and right for you.

Yes. You can ask for support whenever the effects are troubling you, whether the relationship ended recently or many years ago. Goals may include greater self-trust, less anxiety or feeling more comfortable with boundaries. You do not need to justify why it still matters.

It is individual hypnotherapy focused on concerns such as anxiety, self-doubt, low confidence and difficult feelings after an abusive relationship. We agree goals together and use calming exercises, imagery and therapeutic suggestions. Your current safety and any specialist support remain part of deciding what is appropriate.

Sessions can focus on self-doubt, repeated reassurance-seeking and the fear of making mistakes. We can practise pausing, noticing your own preferences and responding more kindly to yourself. The aim is to support your judgement, not to ask you to rely on the therapist to tell you what is real.

Hypnotherapy can support work on the self-critical thoughts and expectations that repeated criticism may leave. We can rehearse responding to yourself with more respect and recognising your needs. Progress is personal and may show up in everyday choices, boundaries and how you speak to yourself.

A trauma bond describes a powerful attachment that can develop when harm and affection are mixed together. It can help explain why separation feels emotionally complicated even when you recognise the harm. The term describes a pattern; it is not a judgement about your strength or a reason to blame yourself.

Sessions can address anxiety, longing, self-doubt and urges to reconnect that are sometimes described as a trauma bond. We can practise tolerating difficult feelings and strengthening self-worth. This emotional support works alongside practical and specialist advice about contact and safety, rather than promising to break an attachment instantly.

Yes. We can explore how repetitive thinking affects your day and practise ways to return attention to the present. The aim is to reduce how much these thoughts take over, not to erase what happened. If memories feel like vivid flashbacks or cause severe distress, we discuss suitable additional care.

Sessions can include support for worry and tension around bedtime, with a manageable relaxation routine where it feels safe. Ongoing danger, nightmares or other health concerns may need additional help. If sleep problems persist, speak to your GP as well as discussing your goals in therapy.

No. Forgiveness is a personal choice and is not a requirement for this work. Sessions focus on your wellbeing, self-trust and future. You can work towards a more settled life while keeping boundaries, recognising harm and deciding for yourself what meaning to give the relationship.

Yes. We can discuss emotional support while you consider your circumstances and options. If you are unsafe, a specialist domestic abuse service is the priority. You do not need to be ready to leave to contact a helpline, and therapy will not pressure you into a decision.

Hypnotherapy can support confidence and clearer thinking as you consider options. Planning when and how to leave needs specialist safety advice because separation can increase risk. We do not make leaving or confronting someone a therapy assignment; decisions should reflect your circumstances and appropriate support.

There is no single answer for everyone. Safety, shared children, work and legal arrangements can affect what is possible. A specialist adviser can help you consider contact options. Hypnotherapy can support the emotions around a plan that fits your circumstances, without making blanket recommendations.

Sessions can help you notice and sit with the feelings behind checking or replying, then practise a response consistent with your chosen boundaries. We also consider whether messages involve threats or practical matters needing specialist advice. A difficult day or renewed contact is not a personal failure.

Individual sessions can support anxiety around contact, messages and handovers, and help you feel steadier. Child safety and contact arrangements need appropriate specialist or legal guidance. Therapy focuses on your wellbeing and does not decide custody, assess the other parent or replace safeguarding support.

You can work on the self-doubt, guilt or anxiety that remains from a harmful family relationship. We may explore your needs and rehearse boundaries at a manageable pace. You do not have to adopt a label for your parent or make a particular decision about family contact.

Yes. People of any gender or sexual orientation can experience emotional abuse and can enquire about individual sessions. The work follows your experiences and goals. The safety section also links to Men’s Advice Line and Galop, which offer specialist support for people who find those services appropriate.

In an immediate emergency in the UK, call 999. Refuge’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline is free on 0808 2000 247, 24 hours a day. Men’s Advice Line and Galop are also listed in the safety section. Use a safer device if someone may monitor your activity.

Yes. Hypnotherapy is collaborative: you can speak, move, ask for changes or stop. You can keep your eyes open if that is more comfortable. We agree the focus together, and you do not have to accept a suggestion or discuss something before you feel ready.

No. We discuss enough to understand your needs and whether the approach is suitable, without requiring a detailed retelling. You can set the pace and tell me what feels difficult. The work focuses on present concerns and helpful next steps rather than forcing a reliving of painful events.

Hypnosis is not a reliable way to recover hidden memories or verify events. Sessions do not use imagined scenes as evidence about the past. The focus is on your current feelings, wellbeing and coping, with appropriate professional advice for any legal or safeguarding questions.

Tell me before we begin. We can discuss gentler exercises, keeping your eyes open, grounding and stopping whenever needed. You are not expected to relax on demand. If the approach feels unsettling or unsuitable, we can consider what other support may fit better.

It may be possible when the roles of each approach are clear and suited to your needs. Let me know about other support so we can discuss how the work fits together. Practical domestic abuse support, healthcare and therapy can address different parts of recovery.

Discuss these symptoms with your GP or a qualified mental health professional so you can access suitable assessment and care. Tell me about them before hypnosis. We consider whether this work is appropriate alongside your treatment, and do not use a general relaxation recording as a substitute for specialist care.

Yes. A 2019 meta-analysis by Valentine and colleagues reviewed 17 trials and found benefits for anxiety, particularly when hypnosis was combined with other psychological approaches. The findings concern anxiety relief, which can be one relevant goal within a wider plan of recovery support.

The right fit is personal. Look for recognised qualifications, a clear explanation of the approach and someone who respects your pace and boundaries. Rapport matters. You can try my free relaxation audio to hear my voice and contact me to discuss your needs before deciding whether to book.

Appointments are available at City Hypnotherapy Centre, Longcroft House, 2–8 Victoria Avenue, London EC2M 4NS, near Liverpool Street station. You can contact me to discuss your needs and whether this approach is suitable. Private online appointments are also available.

Yes, individual sessions are available by Zoom. You need a private place where you can speak freely and a device you can use safely. If privacy is difficult or someone monitors your devices, discuss safer arrangements with a specialist service before organising online support.

A session costs £198, including VAT, and lasts approximately 50 minutes. Your first appointment includes hypnosis as well as the consultation, where appropriate for your needs. Appointments are available in London near Liverpool Street or online by Zoom.

We discuss your current circumstances, what you would like help with and any other support you receive. I explain the approach, answer questions and consider suitability with you. The first appointment includes hypnosis where appropriate, and you can ask to pause or change an exercise.

The number depends on your needs, circumstances and how you find the work. We agree initial goals and review progress rather than promising a fixed number. Recovery is not a test or deadline, and you can discuss what feels manageable emotionally and practically.

A personalised recording can be provided for practice between sessions. We discuss whether storing and listening to it is safe and helpful, especially if someone has access to your devices. Listen only when it is safe to relax, never while driving, cycling or operating machinery.

Yes. My free 30-minute relaxation audio lets you hear my voice and try a general guided relaxation exercise. Use it only when it feels comfortable and safe, and stop if it unsettles you. Individual appointments are tailored to your needs rather than following a generic recording.

Contact me through the website, call 07973 896907 or email susannah@cityhypno.co.uk. You can give a brief outline without sharing details you are not ready to discuss. Please say how and when it is safe to contact you and whether you prefer London or online appointments.