In this episode, we explore the difficult—but crucial—question: When is no-contact with a borderline or narcissistic parent necessary? This isn’t about pushing you toward cutting ties, but about helping you define the non-negotiable boundaries that protect both your emotional health and the relationship itself.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Identifying deal breakers to clarify essential boundaries
✔️ Why thinking about no-contact isn’t giving up—it’s gaining clarity
✔️ How to set boundaries from a place of autonomy, not fear
✔️ Testing smaller boundaries before making drastic decisions
✔️ Avoiding emotional “mic drop” decisions that lead to regret
✔️ Healing is a process—not determined by whether your parent is in your life

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Torie Wiksell is a therapist and coach who specializes in working with the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. Torie brings a unique perspective having spent years working with clients with personality disorders and growing up with a mother she suspects had NPD with BPD traits. Torie provides online therapy to clients located in WA, OR, and CA, and online coaching internationally.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not therapy. If you are in mental health crisis, please contact the Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.

You're Not Crazy is a podcast owned and produced by Torie Wiksell and Confident Boundaries, LLC.