Katherine Miura – A Survivor, Therapist, Advocate, and Ally Against Narcissistic Abuse.
Discover Katherine’s Personal Journey: From Survivor to Advocate
Learn more about Katherine’s personal experience with narcissistic abuse and how her journey has shaped her professional work as a therapist. Discover her motivations, philosophies, and the unique expertise she brings to counseling and advocacy.
ABOUT
Katherine
Introducing Katherine Miura, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a busy private practice who has successfully transformed her own experiences as a survivor into a platform to educate, inspire, and ignite crucial conversations. Her expertise is changing the game for those who have been caught in the spell of narcissistic abuse.
Her philosophy, embodied in the mantra “Awareness informs education, which creates change,” is a testament to her unwavering commitment to educate the new generation and empower victims of this often-overlooked pandemic of narcissistic abuse.
Talking Points
Katherine’s extensive knowledge encompasses a wide array of topics, making her well-suited for diverse discussions and forums.
From Survivor to Educator:
Katherine’s personal journey, illustrating lessons of hope, empowerment, and how education can be a powerful agent of change in the face of abuse.
Clarifying the True Definition of a Narcissist:
Addressing common misconceptions and providing a clear, concise definition of narcissism to distinguish between typical self-focus and a pathological narcissistic personality disorder.
The Need for Narcissism Awareness & Education:
Advocating for the incorporation of narcissism identification and awareness into educational curricula to inform and empower individuals from an early age.
Manipulation Tactics Unveiled:
A deep dive into the deceptive strategies employed by narcissists, examining the creation of false realities, exploitation of empathy, and societal norms to exert control.
Psychological Coercion and Brainwashing:
Analyzing the dynamics of fear, psychological manipulation, and how they contribute to a state of acceptance in abusive relationships, complicating the path to recognizing abuse and seeking help.
The Pervasive Impact of Narcissistic Parental Abuse:
Delving into the complexities and enduring effects of parental narcissistic behavior on children and the critical role of early support and intervention.
Transforming Pain into Power:
Learn about the power of resilience and emotional intelligence, Katherine guides survivors in converting their painful experiences into strengths. Her methods illuminate a path of empowerment and an enriched appreciation for life’s journey.
Navigating Towards Healthier Relationships:
Katherine addresses the nuanced ways in which past abuse influences future connections through “Avoidance Behaviors.” She equips individuals to identify and overcome these unconscious patterns, paving the way to more authentic and secure relationships.
Healing and Recovery Strategies:
Emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and standing up to internalized falsehoods from abusers, my approach focuses on becoming a protector of one’s inner child to truly heal from narcissistic abuse.
Cultivating Self-Identity and Assertiveness:
Offering strategies for survivors to reconstruct their self-identity and assert independence, emphasizing the establishment of personal boundaries as a means of healing and empowerment against future abuse.
Community as a Catalyst for Empowerment:
The critical importance of a nurturing and understanding community in providing support, sharing experiences, and fostering healing for survivors of narcissistic abuse.
Listen to Katherine
The Matadoras: No More Bull Podcast
Episode #45: Narcissistic Abuse: How to Recover & Heal (Strategies for Survivors) with Katherine Miura LMFT
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The Matadoras: No More Bull Podcast
Episode #51: Healing From Narcissistic Abuse: Red Flags, Boundaries, and Reclaiming Self Worth
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