I understand how growing up with a narcissistic mother can follow you into adulthood in ways you may not immediately recognize—second-guessing yourself, people-pleasing, overgiving, feeling responsible for everyone’s emotions, struggling to set boundaries, or wondering why you keep losing yourself in your marriage and relationships. You may look strong on the outside while privately feeling exhausted, unseen, or afraid that asking for what you need will create conflict or push someone away.

I’m a doctor in psychology with 26 years of experience, and my faith-based coaching helps women understand these painful patterns and learn a healthier way forward. My work incorporates Dr. Karyl McBride’s Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers 5-Step Recovery Model while also addressing how early relational wounds can affect communication, boundaries, self-worth, and emotional connection in marriage.

You can do this work on your own, even if your spouse is unwilling to participate. Together, we focus on helping you stop abandoning yourself to keep the peace, trust your own voice again, communicate with greater confidence, create healthier boundaries, and respond rather than react when old wounds get triggered. The goal isn’t to change your spouse or your mother—it’s to help you become more grounded, clear, and secure in who you are so you can create healthier relationships without losing yourself in the process.

I work with clients nationwide and offer bilingual coaching in English and Spanish. If you’re ready to stop repeating the same painful patterns and begin building the peace, confidence, and connection you’ve been longing for, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

License and Credentials
Ph.D., LPC-MHSP

Contact me:

Phone: 1-931-372-9915
Email: drgallardo@familycare-cs.com
Website: https://linktr.ee/DrGallardoCouplesTherapy
Services: Nationwide coaching; bilingual services in English and Spanish

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