Start Here: Support for Narcissistic Abuse Survivors

Not Sure Where to Start?

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Clinic Canada™

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery and Family Mediation

You deserve relationships that feel safe — not familiar.

Founded by Raquel Soteldo, RP — Soteldo Psychotherapy Clinic

If you’re unsure whether what you experienced was narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, or trauma bonding, you’re not alone. Many people arrive here simply trying to make sense of patterns that felt confusing, painful, or destabilizing over time.

5+ years specializing in narcissistic family trauma • Thousands of clients supported • Trauma-informed, evidence-based

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Clinic Canada™

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery and Family Mediation

You deserve relationships that feel safe — not familiar.

Founded by Raquel Soteldo, RP — Soteldo Psychotherapy Clinic

If you’re unsure whether what you experienced was narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, or trauma bonding, you’re not alone. Many people arrive here simply trying to make sense of patterns that felt confusing, painful, or destabilizing over time.

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5+ years specializing in narcissistic family trauma • Thousands of clients supported • Trauma-informed, evidence-based

If you’re not sure where to start, you’re in the right place.

Many people arrive here feeling overwhelmed, confused, or unsure whether what they experienced “counts” as abuse. You don’t need to have everything figured out to take a first step.

This page will help you find the support that fits where you are right now.

Choose what best describes you

“I think I experienced narcissistic abuse, but I’m not sure.”

You may feel confused, self-doubting, or stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand yet.

“I know it was abuse, and I want help.”

You may be ready to understand patterns, rebuild confidence, and heal trauma responses.

“I’m anxious, overwhelmed, or dysregulated.”

Your nervous system may be stuck in survival mode.

“I’m parenting while healing.”

You may be worried about your children or navigating high-conflict dynamics.

If you’re unsure what to expect from therapy, it can help to understand what healing often looks like over time.

You don’t have to decide everything today

Healing doesn’t require certainty or perfection. It starts with safety, clarity, and support.

You’re allowed to take this one step at a time.