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Reclaiming Your Self-Worth After a Narcissistic Partner: Understanding the Trauma Bond and Choosing Self-Love.
When you’re in a relationship with a narcissistic partner, it’s easy to lose sight of who you are. What often begins as charm, intensity, and affection can slowly become criticism, manipulation, emotional withdrawal, and control. Many people in these relationships ask themselves: “Why can’t I leave?” “Why do I still feel connected to someone who hurts me?” “Why do I feel like I won’t find better?” This is not weakness. This is a trauma bond . As a counsellor providing c
Leigh Barber
Nov 25, 20253 min read


Why People Don’t Go to Counselling – And Why You Should
When life feels overwhelming, confusing, or stuck, many people quietly battle their struggles rather than reaching out for help....
Leigh Barber
Jan 1, 20253 min read


Welcome to Master of your Universe Counselling.
My name is Leigh. I’m a 46-year-old counsellor in Mudgeeraba on the Gold Coast. At Master of Your Universe Counselling , I provide a...
Leigh Barber
Aug 7, 20241 min read
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