In this powerful episode I’m joined by Ann Larkin, CEO from Women's Aid Dundalk, to explore the insidious nature of coercive control in romantic relationships.

We discuss how coercive control can look in everyday life, the emotional and psychological tactics abusers use to maintain power, and why it’s so often misunderstood or overlooked. Whether you're looking to understand your own experience more deeply or support someone you care about, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and crucial insights.

While abuse can exist in any dynamic—friendships, families, workplaces—this conversation focuses on male-perpetrated abuse against women, based on the real-life experiences of those seeking support from Women’s Aid.

BEYOND SURVIVAL - The Therapy Podcast

In this first episode, I’m introducing Beyond Survival – The Therapy Podcast and sharing more about who this space is for and what you can expect from future episodes.

I’ll tell you a little bit about myself, my work as a psychotherapist, and the common patterns I’ve seen in people who grew up in emotionally immature, narcissistic parents & dysfunctional families — many of whom don’t realise how deeply their childhood still affects their adult relationships, nervous systems, and sense of self.

This podcast is a space for compassion, learning, and real conversations. We’ll explore family dysfunction, trauma recovery, relationships, nervous system healing, and how to move from just surviving to truly living. You’ll hear from guests, experts, and people who’ve walked the path themselves — and sometimes, just me, sharing insights from my work and lived experience.

If you’ve ever felt like something was “off” in your life but couldn’t quite explain why — this is for you.

BEYOND SURVIVAL - The Therapy Podcast