Amanda Robins Psychotherapy

11/12/2025

I’m speaking in a free online series with AVAIYA University on navigating difficult family dynamics — including narcissistic family systems, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion.

If family relationships leave you feeling drained, confused, or constantly on edge, this series brings together experienced clinicians to offer grounded, practical support.

You can register for free via the link in my bio.
Session access details are emailed after registration.

30/09/2025

When narcissistic parents grow old, they don’t always soften.

In fact, the guilt may get sharper.
The pressure to reconnect can intensify.
And the grief for the mother you never had might rise again.

You’re allowed to feel conflicted.
You’re allowed to protect your peace — even now.

Aging doesn’t erase harm.
And being a “good daughter” doesn’t mean sacrificing yourself again.

💬 Have you experienced this shift? You’re not alone.

30/09/2025

When narcissistic parents grow old, they don’t always soften — but the guilt can get sharper.

You might be the one who’s always cared, always circled back, always tried to fix things.
And now you’re being told to be the bigger person… again.

But here’s the truth: you’re not a bad daughter for protecting your peace, no matter how old they are.

💬 Have you felt pressured to reconnect or caretake as your parent ages?

As narcissistic parents age, control may shift to money, wills, or care. For daughters of elderly narcissistic mothers, grief for the past collides with the reality of decline and the need for boundaries.

26/09/2025

Have you ever wondered — is my mother a narcissist?
For many daughters, even asking the question feels like betrayal. But learning to name your experience can be the first step toward healing.

In my new blog post, I share 7 subtle signs daughters often miss — patterns that might not look dramatic on the surface, but leave deep imprints of shame and self-doubt.

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.amandarobinspsychotherapy.com.au/articles//blog/is-my-mother-a-narcissist-subtle-signs

💬 Have you recognised any of these signs in your own story?

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26/09/2025

💔 Many daughters struggle with the quiet, confusing patterns of narcissistic mothering. Asking “Is my mother a narcissist?” feels heavy — but it’s also the beginning of clarity.

In my latest blog post, I outline 7 subtle signs daughters often miss. These aren’t the obvious ones you might already know, but the hidden dynamics that shape how you see yourself in adulthood.

✨ Understanding these patterns is not about blame. It’s about breaking the silence, naming what happened, and beginning the journey from shame to self-worth.

👉 Read the full article here:https://www.amandarobinspsychotherapy.com.au/articles//blog/is-my-mother-a-narcissist-subtle-signs

🕊 If this resonates, you might also like my ebook bundle on shame, self-compassion, and parenting after narcissism. https://creative-healing-for-daughters-of-narcissistic-mothers.thinkific.com/courses/developing-self-compassion

A practical bundle of guides to support your healing journey: move from shame to self-worth, build self-compassion, and gain strategies for parenting after narcissistic patterns. Simple exercises and reflections included.

26/09/2025

www.amandarobinspsychotherapy.com.au/articles//blog/is-my-mother-a-narcissist-subtle-signs

Wondering if your mother is a narcissist? Learn 7 subtle, often-missed signs that reveal the truth — and what daughters can do to start healing.

09/08/2025

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18/07/2025

💔 Growing up with a narcissistic mother often leaves us asking one quiet, painful question:
“Who am I, really?”

When your needs were ignored, your feelings dismissed, or your personality shamed, it can fracture your sense of self. You might feel like you’re still searching for permission… just to be you.

But your identity was never truly lost.
It was buried.
And healing means uncovering it — gently, slowly, with compassion.

This post is for the daughters doing that brave, invisible work.

🕊️ Tap the link in bio to read the full article: The Narcissistic Mother Wound

18/07/2025

🌿 The narcissistic mother wound isn’t just about what happened in childhood — it’s about what we learned not to feel, not to need, and not to be.

We were taught to be “the good girl,” the caretaker, the mirror…
And we learned to silence the parts of us that felt too loud, too angry, too real.

Healing means unlearning all of that.
It means meeting the parts of ourselves that were never welcomed — and choosing to welcome them anyway. 💛

This post is for every daughter learning how to reclaim her voice, her boundaries, her true self.

🕊️ Read the full article and begin your healing: [link in bio]

18/07/2025

✨ Becoming a mother can stir up so much — especially when you were raised by a narcissistic parent.

You might feel determined to “do it differently”… and yet sometimes find yourself overwhelmed by guilt, shame, or self-doubt. 💔

This post is for those of us navigating parenting while healing our own wounds.

You are not broken — you are doing something incredibly brave.
You’re breaking a cycle that should never have started with you. 💫

🕊️ Read the full post here: [link in bio or direct URL]

18/07/2025

Mothering doesn’t come naturally to everyone — especially if you were raised by someone who used love to control, criticise, or wound you.
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If your own mother made you feel like you were too much, not enough, or only lovable when you performed — it’s no wonder you feel uncertain now.
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Becoming a mother after being raised by a narcissistic parent can bring up fear, guilt, and even shame.
💬 What if I repeat the cycle?
💬 What if I hurt my child the way I was hurt?
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You’re not alone — and you’re not destined to repeat the past.
In this heartfelt article, I explore how we can become conscious, compassionate mothers — even if we were never mothered ourselves.
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🧠 Learn how the narcissistic mother wound impacts your identity
💛 Discover gentle steps to begin healing before or during motherhood
🌱 Reconnect with the part of you that wants to parent differently
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👉 Read the full article: https://www.amandarobinspsychotherapy.com.au/articles/becoming-a-mother-after-narcissistic-upbringing
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https://www.amandarobinspsychotherapy.com.au/articles/becoming-a-mother-after-narcissistic-upbringing

Learn how to parent without repeating the patterns of your narcissistic mother. Discover how healing your mother wound supports conscious motherhood.