• Skip to main content

Margie Freeman LCSW

Providing individual and couples therapy counseling in South Orange and Northern New Jersey

  • Home
  • About
    • About Margie Freeman, LCSW
    • Testimonials
  • Paths to Wellness
    • Individual Talk Therapy/Counseling
    • Couples Counseling
    • Telehealth Counseling
    • EMDR
    • Hypnosis
  • Resources
    • Forms
      • Intake Packet
      • Family of Origin
      • History of Relational Trauma Packet
      • DES Questionnaire
    • Blog
  • Appointments
    • Insurance
    • Payment

Are you in an abusive relationship?

October 29, 2018 by Margie

I liked these warning signs by Dr. Phil.

If you or someone you love is unsure about whether you/they are getting into an abusive situation, here are some signs to look for. Please let me know what you think.

 

 

 

 

 

 

How To Spot A Potential Abuser – Dr. Phil

  • Excessive and quick commitment to relationships
  • Isolation
  • Extremely possessive and jealous, confused with love
  • Control of all money
  • Name-calling and demeaning
  • Threats against you, your children or of suicide for failure to comply (emotional extortion)
  • Exhibits cruelty to animals or children
  • Takes away choices such as good, fashion, social life
  • Chauvinistic
  • Excessive monitoring
  • Dominating time
  • Extreme sense of entitlement
  • Blames the victim (“They made me do it.”)
  • Insecure but presents a false sense of superiority
  • Lack of empathy
  • Hypersensitivity and victim mentality
  • Extreme controlling behavior early on disguised as concern for safety
  • Presents dual personalities
  • Poor communication skills
  • Has unrealistic expectations or demands

Filed Under: Marriage, Parenting, Relationships, Self

Margie Freeman LCSW • Copyright © 2023 • Counseling Care Specialties • Design by Rachel Levin