Narcissists in Divorce: The Narcissist Trap

In this episode highly acclaimed barrister Nicholas Wilkinson explains the specifics of why it is so important for family law barristers to understand narcissism, and the potential pitfalls of not recognising it in their clients. Nick is most recently known for successfully representing Princess Haya of Jordan (the former wife of the ruler of Dubai)  in the High Court.  Dr Supriya is an Amazon no...

In this episode, narcissism expert and bestselling author,  Dr Supriya McKenna, explains the many difficulties faced by anyone who is trying to extricate themselves from a narcissistic relationship.  She deconstructs the psychological issues that have resulted from narcissistic abuse and explains how it is these very things themselves that make leaving so hard - and she busts the myth that the abu...

In this episode, Dr Caroline Logan, and narcissism expert and bestselling author Dr Supriya McKenna, discuss violence in narcissistic relationships, and the part played by gender. They also discuss the realities of getting a personality disorder diagnosis for the purposes of Court, what the purpose of doing so could be, and what you need to consider when looking for a suitably qualified diagnostic...

In this episode, for the people who are supporting the victims of a narcissistic relationship or divorce, narcissism expert and best-selling author Dr Supriya  McKenna explains the basics of narcissistic personality disorder. This episode should be useful for family members, friends and even legal professionals who are trying to get a basic grasp of narcissism. Dr McKenna also makes suggestions of...

In the second part of this interview, Dr Supriya McKenna and solicitor Karin Walker chat with Dr Caroline Logan. Dr Logan is a  Consultant Clinical Forensic Psychologist in the NHS and she trains psychiatrists and psychologists in exactly how to make accurate and robust personality disorder diagnoses. In this episode they discuss being 'duped' by pathological narcissists, and what narcis...

In the first part of this interview, Dr Supriya McKenna and UK solicitor Karin Walker discuss the differences between healthy narcissism, pathological narcissism and psychopathy with Dr Caroline Logan. Dr Logan is a  Consultant Clinical Forensic Psychologist in the NHS and she trains psychiatrists and psychologists in exactly how to make accurate and robust personality disorder diagnoses. Dr Supri...

In this episode cybersecurity expert Rory Innes explains to narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna and solicitor Karin Walker why it is that blocking a cyberstalker can lead to an escalation of stalking behaviour, potentially to dangerous levels. Rory explains the different categories of stalker, and outlines the difference between stalking and harassment, and why more training needs to given to the...

In this episode narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna and UK solicitor Karin Walker talk with cybersecurity expert Rory Innes about cyberstalking - a common tactic employed by narcissists in the separation/divorce period. Rory is founder and CEO of The Cyber Helpline, which provides free help to those experiencing suspected cybercrime. They discuss the commonest types of cyberstalking, and what to...

In this episode Hybrid Mediators Rachael Oakes (who also sits as a Deputy District Judge) and Claire Colbert talk about the need to educate solicitors and clients about hybrid mediation. They discuss why court should be  last resort, and why so called 'alternative' dispute resolution should be renamed 'First Line Dispute Resolution'. They discuss the traumas of the court system...

In this episode Deputy District Judge Rachael Oakes and her colleague, mediator Claire Colbert, about why classic, traditional mediation and shuttle mediation do not work with narcissists. They discuss the benefits of using 'Hybrid Mediation' instead, where a narcissist is involved. They explain why Hybrid Mediation is best used for parties that have legal representation for the duration...

In this episode, mediators Rachel Oakes and Claire Colbert discuss how to approach child inclusive mediation when a narcissist is involved. They discuss balancing the benefits of hearing the voice of the child with the possible repercussions for the child from the narcissistic parent.  Dr Supriya is an Amazon no 1 bestselling author in the subject of narcissism. Her most up-to-date books are:  Nar...

In this episode, London family law barrister Nicholas Anderson discusses the issue of parental alienation - and how it is used by narcissistic parents as a means to punish their former spouse. Nick explains why the court is not the best place to deal with cases such as these. He discusses the important issue of how family solicitors representing a narcissist find themselves perpetuating the narcis...

In this episode Nicholas Anderson, an experienced London barrister, discusses why it is still unwise to use the term 'Narcissism' in the family court. He talks about  the issues that arise when a narcissist triangulates their barrister with their solicitor and the importance of the legal team drafting watertight consent orders to prevent the narcissist from exploiting any loopholes in th...

In this episode,  Nicholas Anderson, a highly experienced barrister from 1KBW Chambers in London discusses the misunderstandings surrounding Narcissism among many barristers and judges, and how this can lead to judgements which fail to be in the children's best interests. He talks about the dangers of the charming and plausible presentation of the narcissist and the believable victim-playing...

In this episode Narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna explains 'gaslighting' - one the most used narcissistic tactics of psychological abuse. She explains how it leaves the victim feeling unable to trust themselves or their perceptions, and how the resulting confusion keeps them 'in play' as a source of narcissistic supply for the narcissist. Dr Supriya is an Amazon no 1 bestsel...

In this episode Narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna and Dr Daksha Hirani discuss the ins and outs of  'complex PTSD' - a consequence of narcissistic abuse. Dr Hirani explains what treatments are available, including EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprogramming) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. They talk about how Mindfulness Meditation is an excellent way for the victims o...

In this episode Clinical Psychologist Dr Daksha Hirani talks about why it is that NPD is not well recognised in the UK and why mental health professional and lawyers are not being trained in NPD. They talk about the  issue of the family members of narcissists 'diagnosing' the narcissists and why getting a formal diagnosis of narcissism is unlikely to be helpful. Dr Hirani explains why vi...

In this episode Dr Supriya talks to UK Clinical Psychologist Dr Daksha Hirani, who explains why it's so important to be able to recognise (as a victim of a narcissistic relationship) your own telltale gut feelings and responses. They discuss how the narcissist is able to show you your own wounds, and how it is that narcissistic abuse is so infrequently recognised, even within the area of dome...

In this episode Narcissism expert, Dr Supriya McKenna explains why couples therapy, or marriage guidance counselling, won't work if one of the couple is a narcissist. She explains how (even when the narcissistic individual seems keen to have therapy) this is a toxic dynamic of triangulation, playing the victim and blameshifting, and why a  narcissist won't seek to evolve or learn from co...

In this episode, Narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna discusses with  UK solicitor, Karin Walker, why people become narcissists. She outlines the main types of parenting that can cause a child to develop narcissistic defences, and, when a parent is narcissistic themselves, she highlights the role of the other parent (who might otherwise be an enabler of the abuse) in limiting the damage to the chi...

In this, the first episode of Season 2, Narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna and  UK solicitor Karin Walker discuss the concept of 'Shared Care',  in particular with regards to a narcissistic parent. Dr Supriya is an Amazon no 1 bestselling author in the subject of narcissism, and the author of the new books Narcissists in Divorce: From Love-Locked to Leaving   and The Narcissist Trap :T...

In this episode, UK solicitor Karin Walker and Dr Supriya McKenna talk about the financial issues one needs to consider when cohabiting, whether you are currently cohabiting with a narcissist or whether you have left a narcissistic relationship and are looking to live with a new partner. They discuss the concept of 'common law', and how one might protect themselves when it comes to buyin...

In this episode, Dr Supriya McKenna and UK solicitor Karin Walker discuss the communication issues that occur in narcissistic divorces as a result of the narcissist's narcissistic injury and rage.  Dr Supriya is an Amazon no 1 bestselling author in the subject of narcissism. Her most up-to-date books are:  Narcissists in Divorce: From Love-Locked to Leaving  Narcissists in Divorce: From Leavi...

Dr Supriya McKenna and UK solicitor Karin Walker discuss one of the hallmarks of a narcissistic relationship - the addictive cycle of idealise and devalue, and how that can present - one of the key things to look out for for anyone trying to determine whether their partner is a narcissist.  Dr Supriya is an Amazon no 1 bestselling author in the subject of narcissism. Her most up-to-date books are:...

In this episode Narcissism expert Dr Supriya McKenna and UK solicitor Karin Walker discuss the delays in the family court and how best to get out of the system. They talk about how moving over to the private system will yield a faster, fairer and cheaper resolution, if the narcissist can be persuaded to agree. They explain how to do this, and why it is that your lawyer might not yet be aware of th...