Lisa Elliott Schumacher, LPC, CPCS, M.Div. License verification available here
Romantic Relationship Recovery Therapy in Georgia for Women
Heal from Narcissistic Abuse and Reclaim Your Sense of Self
If you feel emotionally drained, confused, or stuck after a toxic relationship, you are not alone. Therapy helps you rebuild confidence, set boundaries, and move forward with clarity.
You Might Be Experiencing This
After a relationship impacted by narcissistic abuse, many women feel disconnected from themselves and unsure how to move forward.
• You question your reality or feel mentally exhausted
• You replay conversations and wonder what you missed
• You feel anxious, stuck, or emotionally drained
• You struggle to trust yourself or others
How Therapy Helps You Heal
Restore Emotional Stability
Process what you’ve been through and begin to feel grounded again.
Rebuild Self-Trust
Learn to trust your instincts and decisions without second-guessing yourself.
Set Clear Boundaries
Develop the confidence to protect your peace in future relationships.
Why Women in Middle Georgia Choose Life By Design Counseling
Women who come to Life By Design Counseling are often navigating the effects of narcissistic abuse, relationship trauma, and emotional exhaustion. They’re not looking for surface-level advice. They’re looking for clarity, understanding, and real healing.
Specialized in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
I focus specifically on helping women make sense of emotional and psychological abuse and rebuild their sense of self.
Trauma-Informed, Whole-Person Approach
Therapy considers your mental, emotional, physical, and (if desired) spiritual well-being.
A Grounded, Non-Judgemental Space
You won’t be rushed, minimized, or told to “just move on.” Your experience is taken seriously here.
Real-Life Understanding of Complex Relationships
I understand the complexity of relationships, including family systems, workplaces, and faith environments.
Many women I work with feel confused by patterns like manipulation, control, and emotional inconsistency that make it difficult to trust themselves. Therapy helps you begin to recognize and make sense of these patterns so they no longer feel so overwhelming.
You can learn more about these dynamics on the blog.
A Simple, Supportive, Therapy Process for Healing From Relationship Trauma
Book a Free Consultation
We start with a conversation where you can share what’s been going on and ask any questions about therapy.
Create a Personalized Plan
Together, we begin making sense of your experiences, identifying patterns, and helping you understand the impact of narcissistic abuse.
Rebuild and Move Forward
We focus on helping you clear the fog, rebuild self-trust, strengthen boundaries, and reconnect with who you are.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Healing from Toxic Relationships
How do I know if my relationship was emotionally unhealthy or narcissistic? Many women leave relationships feeling confused, questioning themselves, or wondering if it was “really that bad.” If you experienced patterns like gaslighting, emotional inconsistency, control, or feeling like you were always walking on eggshells, those are important signs that your experience deserves attention and care.
Why do I still miss someone who hurt me? Missing someone who hurt you is often a sign of trauma bonding, not that the relationship was healthy or meant for you. In emotionally abusive relationships, the nervous system becomes conditioned to cycles of connection and distress, which can create a powerful attachment that feels like longing even after harm. This response is both emotional and physiological, and it does not mean you are confused—it means your system adapted to inconsistency and is still healing. Read more: Why you miss someone who hurt you: Understanding trauma bonding after narcissistic abuse
Can therapy help me stop second-guessing myself? Yes. Therapy focuses on helping you rebuild self-trust, understand the patterns that impacted you, and feel more confident in your thoughts, emotions, and decisions.
How do I rebuild my confidence after a toxic relationship? Rebuilding confidence takes time and often starts with reconnecting to your own thoughts, feelings, and needs. Therapy helps you process what you’ve been through while strengthening your sense of self in a steady, supportive way.
