Breaking the Bonds: Trauma Bonding and Narcissistic Abuse – Clinical Strategies for Effective Intervention
Nedra Cannon, LMSW, ACSW, LCSW
Friday, July 18th, 2025 – 9:00am-12:00pm 
Birmingham Maple Clinic  – Virtual, 3 CEUs available 

This interactive workshop is designed for mental health clinicians seeking to enhance their understanding and skills in working with clients affected by trauma bonding and narcissistic abuse. Trauma bonds, often formed in relationships marked by cycles of abuse and manipulation, can leave clients feeling trapped, confused, and unable to break free. This dynamic is particularly prevalent in relationships with narcissistic individuals, where gaslighting, love-bombing, and power imbalances exacerbate emotional dependency.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the psychological underpinnings of trauma bonding, the traits and tactics associated with narcissistic individuals, and the profound impact these dynamics have on clients’ mental and emotional health. The workshop will equip clinicians with practical tools and evidence-based approaches to support clients in recognizing toxic relationship patterns, reclaiming their autonomy, and fostering long-term healing.

Learning Objectives:

• Define trauma bonding and identify the psychological mechanisms that sustain these relationships.
• Recognize narcissistic traits and behaviors that perpetuate cycles of abuse.
• Explore the intersection of attachment theory and trauma in understanding client vulnerability.
• Learn clinical strategies to help clients break free from toxic relationships, establish boundaries, and rebuild self-worth.
• Discuss effective interventions for addressing trauma symptoms, emotional triggers, and relational patterns in clients recovering from narcissistic abuse.

Workshop Highlights:

• Case studies and role-play exercises for real-world application.
• Trauma-informed strategies for fostering client empowerment and self-compassion.
• A resource toolkit, including psychoeducation materials, mindfulness techniques, and boundary-setting worksheets.

Who Should Attend:

Mental health clinicians, including therapists, counselors, social workers, and psychologists, who work with clients impacted by trauma, abuse, and relational dynamics involving narcissistic individuals.

Duration:

3 hours (including breaks)

This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen your clinical expertise while learning how to guide clients toward freedom, resilience, and healing.

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