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Tonight's special guest is Dr. Amy Saltzman from Santa Barbara, California, who says herstory is a bit atypical. "I began working with a life coach, Georgina L
1:31:00•25 Oct 2022
Dr. Amy Saltzman: Healing from Decades of Covert Emotional Abuse
“One thing I've noticed in terms of what happens with that pattern- and Kim, you and I have talked about this- is that the healing work, the recovery work that we do, you know, as survivors and trying to overcome this, our children, I think it's the effect on them is that they have been so gaslit that they really reject the healing of the mother right.”
Imagine discovering that someone you trusted for decades had been manipulating and controlling you all along. That's the heart-wrenching story Dr. Amy Saltzman from Santa Barbara, California, shares in this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now'. Dr. Saltzman’s journey began in 1989 when she started working with a life coach named Georgina Lindsey. What seemed like a supportive relationship turned into a nightmare of gaslighting and covert emotional abuse.
In January 2020, Amy decided it was time to end this toxic relationship, only to have Georgina ramp up her manipulation, suggesting that Amy had early Alzheimer's or was resisting spiritual growth. This led to a thorough neuropsychological evaluation, which revealed the true nature of the abuse: undue influence and coercive control. Amy’s realization was like a lightbulb moment, exposing decades of covert emotional abuse.
Determined to protect others from similar experiences, she created 'Spot A Spider', an initiative aimed at safeguarding people from all forms of abuse, especially the insidious covert emotional kind. This episode isn't just about Amy's personal struggle; it’s a broader discussion on recognizing abuse patterns, the psychological impact of covert emotional abuse, and the importance of community support in healing.
Whether you're a survivor yourself or want to understand more about emotional abuse, this episode offers valuable insights and a beacon of hope.
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