Laura Hobbs

Hi, I am an experienced therapist and specialise in working with clients who are dealing with narcissistic abuse, whether in intimate relationships, or relationships within the extended family, friendships or the working environment.

I run my private practice in the south of Cambridge city, and can work with clients in person or via zoom or phone.

Narcissistic abuse is often subtle and unseen, and people who experience it find can find themselves lonely, isolated and doubting their own sense of reality. Over time, being in an emotionally abusive relationship can take a huge toll. Victims of narcissistic abuse may also suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD and physical manifestations of prolonged stress.

Gaslighting, coercive control, emotional abuse such as bullying, belittling and undermining, trauma bonding, projection, twisting and financial control are just some of the tools used by the toxic person to gain control over you.

Because the manipulation is so insidious, it can be difficult to explain to others, and you can end up feeling that it is all in your imagination, or that it is all your fault.

But I will hear you, bear witness to what you have experienced, and help you process what has happened. We can look at how it has affected you and why it is not your fault. We can work towards raising your awareness of how it is playing a part in your current behaviour and feelings and explore ways in which you can heal and rebuild your sense of self, and your trust in self and others, so that you can look forward to the future with hope and confidence again.

It's really important that you feel safe and comfortable with your therapist, so lets have a chat by phone initially so that you can ask me any questions and I can share information about what I offer and how I work with clients. If you are happy with what you hear, we can arrange an initial session where we get to know each other before you decide whether you would like to go ahead with therapy.