Legal Help for Narcissistic Abuse
No relationship is perfect, but there’s an important distinct difference between the normal conflict resolution that arises and the intense level of fear and mistrust that you may experience if you are being abused by a narcissist.
Narcissistic abuse, often coinciding with narcissistic personality disorder, can bleed into the family courtroom. Your abuser will often attempt to bully you throughout the entire process. Legal counsel is essential during this experience, both to lift you up, and keep you safe in preventing or removing you from a domestic violence situation.
How can you tell if you’re a victim of narcissistic abuse?
When you’re seeking legal aid for narcissistic abuse, you may be confused about where to begin. And if you’re scared, feeling alone, and unsure of what’s to come, that’s all the more reason to seek security from a family law attorney who can help you protect yourself.
Narcissistic abuse can sometimes be difficult to identify due to the intensive manipulation that often comes along with it.
Insistent mistrust, walking on eggshells, and low self worth
It’s impossible to restore trust and confidence in a relationship with an abuser without external support, a diagnosis, and compliance. This is typically the straw that breaks the camel's back; your abuser is unwilling to connect with treatment in the first place. If you find yourself walking on eggshells in an attempt to diminish your own value, you may need the help of an attorney who can walk alongside you every step of the way.
Isolation, "freezing" up, indecision, and fear of the unknown
Isolation is hard to identify when you’re in the moment, partly because we don’t notice we’re doing it, and partly because many people in our lives may mistake it for a healthy amount of “recluse” time.
If you live with an abuser, you know that’s anything but the case. If you find yourself leaning toward “freeze” when you’re in a stressful situation with your abuser, you aren’t alone. The fear that comes along with being a victim of narcissistic abuse is paralyzing, and it’s part of the reason we are so passionate about what we do.
Struggling to speak up because you're worried about their reaction or retaliation
One of the most common experiences that people report in the endless gaslighting and triangulation that accompanies narcissistic manipulation is the removal of your voice. Every single person on this earth deserves to be seen, heard, and to experience safety in their relationships.
Why should I connect with a lawyer to navigate narcissistic abuse?
The idea of working with a lawyer can feel a little intimidating, especially if you’ve never experienced any legal issues before. But connecting with a family law attorney gives you the chance to make the requests you deserve as you exit this nightmare.
Further, while this may be your first time dealing with narcissistic abuse, you can be assured with an experienced family law attorney and firm, it is not. They have the tools to set boundaries, provide support and to move around or through the roadblocks abusers use to keep you from your rights.
Avoid adding additional, unnecessary trauma
If you’re entering a divorce after experiencing narcissistic abuse from your partner, the last thing you need is to add gasoline to the flame. Divorce is one of the hardest things for any couple, let alone those who aren’t in a stable place.
Going through such a huge life transition with a narcissistic abuser may be one of the most challenging experiences of your lifetime. To avoid depleting yourself even further, having an attorney by your side who specializes in these cases can take the weight of the world off of your shoulders.
Leaning on experts with years of experience to help you identify your needs and claim them
Those versed in the psychology of abuse, like lawyers, can observe and reflect with a team of professionals who have one goal: to help you achieve harmony in your home and in your life. Leaning on that team of legal experts and clinicians is taking advantage of your lifeline. This a small step in the right direction to get your health, wellness, and safety back on track.
As with most abuse, it is nearly impossible to communicate with someone effectively after they have inflicted trauma upon you. Any conversation you may have with that person is muddled with grief, stress, and paranoia. You may second guess yourself or even rationalize your abuser's behavior, because that is what they’re good at.
Healing from narcissistic abuse with a wide support system
Human beings need each other. Beyond the great strides of the justice system, you need your people in your corner. Some people have support systems made up of family and friends. And when times get tough, that support system can extend to therapists, doctors, and attorneys.
You will be in the middle of a life upheaval as you disconnect from your abuser, and that’s when connecting with your friends and family will mean the most. Spend time with them, ask them for help, and lean on your legal counsel to connect to resources to help you grow stronger throughout this experience.
Seeking legal counsel from a team that can advocate on your behalf
Attorneys who specialize in narcissistic abuse cases are there to advocate on your behalf. They can ask the questions that slip your mind and represent you on your worst day. As a victim of abuse, you do not need to show up 100% yourself, and so often, it is emotionally exhausting for the victim and their families who have suffered emotional abuse to go through these types of situations alone.
Let Busciglio, Sheridan, and Schoeb help you find the peace you so deserve
At Busciglio, Sheridan, and Schoeb, we value our clients in all of their states of being, but especially when they’re feeling like there’s no hope of moving forward. We want you to know that the answer to your question is a resounding “yes” – that you will make it through this hardship with a team of professionals on your side. Connect with us today to get started.