The Breakup Debrief Podcast

#22 Healing from Toxic Relationships with Orla Foster


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In this powerful episode, Kelly sits down with Orla Foster — therapist, coach & specialist in helping women recover from toxic and narcissistic relationships.

Orla opens up about her own journey through toxic dynamics and how it shaped her mission to support women rebuilding their self-worth. Together, Kelly and Orla unpack:

  • The subtle signs of toxic relationships

  • What narcissistic traits actually look like in real life

  • How emotional abuse erodes confidence and identity

  • Why shame belongs to the abuser, not the survivor

  • How to stop repeating patterns with emotionally unavailable partners

  • The role of therapy, coaching, meditation, and support systems in long-term healing

This episode is a reminder that healing is possible, support is available & nobody has to navigate toxic relationship recovery alone.

Links & Resources

📧 Share your story for the “Where Is She Now?” segment: [email protected]

📲 Follow Kelly on Instagram & TikTok: @kellyskoaching

🔗 Explore all links & resources: Linktree

Connect with Orla Foster:
Instagram: Orla_Foster_
Podcast: Because I Loved Myself First


📚 Resources for Support:
• Women’s Aid (Ireland) — https://www.womensaid.ie
• Samaritans — https://www.samaritans.org
• Therapy Directory — https://www.psychologytoday.com

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