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Psychotherapist and Coach, Torie Wiksell, is no stranger to talking about challenging and dysfunctional family dynamics. In addition to specializing in working with the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders as both a therapist and coach, Torie grew up with a mother with unmanaged borderline personality disorder (BPD). Torie has spent a significant portion of her 11+ year career as a therapist working with clients with personality disorders, their pa ...
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Mental illness affects 1 in 5 people each year, yet those of us afflicted still suffer in isolation and silence. Well, we are done being ashamed about who we are, and we know you are too. Join Kendra & Amy as they dive into the mad and beautiful minds of women confronting mental health issues. Each week they are joined by a woman boldly and unapologetically sharing her story in the hopes of opening up the the conversation around mental health. Each episode gives you a rare look into the priv ...
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This week on You're Not Crazy, I chat about why I loathe the Tony Robbins of the world and why you need to be careful about being the target of charismatic people who want to exploit you. Growing up with parents affected by borderline or narcissistic personality disorders can distort our sense of self and intuition, making us prime targets for re-t…
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Ever feel paralyzed by the thought of setting a boundary, let alone enforcing it? You’re not alone. Many of us didn't grow up witnessing healthy boundary-setting, and it can feel like an insurmountable task to learn it as an adult (but good news- it's not!). In this episode, I discuss practical steps and strategies to help you navigate the path tow…
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Let's talk about common forms of parental manipulation and abuse. Today, we pull back the curtain on the dysfunctional tactics employed by parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. Has your reality has been twisted through gaslighting? Were family rivalries created through triangulation? Today's episode reveals how guilt-tripp…
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Struggling with setting boundaries with a parent who has borderline or narcissistic personality disorder? I walk you through actionable strategies to gain control of your life in this bonus episode of "You're Not Crazy." We unpack practical advice for boundary-setting, and go through the four steps that I walk through with both my therapy and coach…
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Can trauma from growing up with a parent with borderline or narcissistic personality disorder shape the way you see yourself? On this episode of "You're Not Crazy," I'm pulling back the curtain on my own experiences growing up as the child of a parent with unmanaged BPD. For years, I worried that I might have borderline personality disorder (BPD) m…
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Thinking about going no contact with a parent who has borderline or narcissistic personality disorder? Be careful about how you execute that plan and what advice you follow—a recommendation by a popular therapist YouTuber of sending a letter is probably the worst idea I've ever heard. Join me, Torie Wiksell, as I unpack why this seemingly empowerin…
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Finding the right therapist can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you're dealing with the complexities of a parent with borderline or narcissistic personality disorder. Ever been told to maintain contact with toxic family members because it's "good for your mental health"? I have, and let me tell you, it was eye-opening—and not in a…
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What if understanding your anger could be the key to your emotional freedom? Join me, Torie Wiksell, on "You're Not Crazy" as we explore the intricate and often terrifying relationship that adult children of parents with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) have with anger. Growing up in these environmen…
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Welcome to You're Not Crazy: A Podcast for the Adult Children of Parents with Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders. Hosted by therapist and coach Torie Wiksell, this podcast is dedicated to those who have grown up trying to navigate the complicated and challenging realities of having a parent with borderline or narcissistic personality…
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Why do some parents claim they had no idea their adult child would cut them off? Discover the reasons behind this disconnect when adult children going no contact with their parents in this episode of "You're Not Crazy." I'm Torie Wiksell, your host and a seasoned therapist and coach, and today we unpack the complex dynamics that lead to family estr…
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Leslie McBain, cofounder of Moms Stop the Harm and tireless advocate for drug policy change joins Kendra this week. She shares how the loss of her son Jordan over 7 years ago led to cofounding this constantly growing support network of Canadian families that also advocate for change in the hopes that others won't have to experience the grief of los…
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1 out of 3 new mothers will experience some degree of post partum depression or anxiety but it remains one of the most difficult experiences for women to talk about. Kendall joins us this week as we engage in a raw, honest and very emotional discussion about this issue. We discuss our own journeys and also address the unnecessary shame that is atta…
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Join us this week as we are joined by Lore Rey, Host of The Wellness of Madness Podcast. Lore takes us on her fascinating journey of migrating from Mexico to the US and back again. She describes her lifelong struggle with OCD, Tourette Syndrome and Borderline Personality Disorder as they joined her on her travels across borders. She also opens up a…
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Elite hockey player Kendra Fisher joins us this week to discuss her difficult decision to walk away from Team Canada due to mental illness, the dark years post diagnosis, and how she has found a regimen today that allows for her to have more good days than bad. She also discusses her advocacy work as well as Mentally Fit, the community action plan …
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In this very emotional episode Sherry shares about her sister Lisa's struggle with both the mental and physical pain that ultimately led her to make the decision to take her own life 5 years ago as well as her own subsequent mental health journey. This episode touches on several topics such as schizoaffective disorder, PTSD, caring for a family mem…
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Kirsten shares how she used self-harm (in her case cutting) as a coping mechanism as a teenager and into young adulthood, how this served her at the time as a tool to help control negative emotions when she lacked healthier tools and the shame and stigma surrounding this issue. She also discusses the physical scars that remain and the way these sca…
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Our guest and good friend Skye shares her journey into the world of online sex work and how the stigma of the profession has affected her mental health. She discusses how she has moved from a place of shame and self-doubt to a place of acceptance but also how sometimes the choices we make aren't black or white and there needs to be space for contin…
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Our guest this week is Sarah, a social worker in the field of mental health and addiction. I guarantee you won't be able to hold back the laughter as she shares her story of OCD, phobia and anxiety and be inspired by how she has used her afflictions as valuable tools of growth, and connections in her job. We discuss the the fear of judgement from c…
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Co-founder and co-host of the Crazy Bitches podcast Kendra shares her experience with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) and her experience with relapse and changing views and opinions of addiction. The hosts and guest host Alisha discuss the general nature of addiction and treatment of AUD and compare Alcoholics Anonymous and 12-step based treatment wi…
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Our guest this week is Aly who discusses her diagnosis of PTSD and panic disorder after a sudden unexpected tragic event changed the course of her life as a young wife and mother forever. She describes her journey from darkness back to what she describes as contentment but not quite yet happiness, with honesty, humor and fearlessness.…
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Our guest this week is Tamara who discusses the effects a parent's mental health condition can have on their children as they grow up, her experiences with the healthcare system advocating for better care for her mother, and the emotions that accompany situations where it can seem like you are fighting everyone and everything to help a person who d…
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Meet your Crazy Bitch hosts Amy and Kendra! A quick introduction to the podcast, the basic who, what, where and why. Find out what you can look forward to this season and the philosophy behind the name. Similar to speed dating or a job interview we're trying to make a lasting impression in a short period of time so sit back and listen as we woo you…
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