Unmasking Gaslighting: Reclaiming Our Collective Reality
In this powerful episode of Profound Conversation, moderator Dr. Kevin Washington sits down with featured thought leader and psychotherapist Pamela Brewer, PhD, creator of the upcoming podcast MESH with Dr. Pamela Brewer. Together, they explore one of the most insidious forms of psychological manipulation — gaslighting — and its impact on mental, emotional, and relational health. They explore the phenomenon of gaslighting — not just in our personal lives, but in the political life of the nation. Together, they unpack how the same manipulative tactics used in abusive relationships — denial, distortion of facts, trivialization, projection, and isolation — are increasingly showing up in public discourse and governance in the United States. Dr. Brewer draws from her extensive experience working with adults and couples facing trauma, depression, and relationship challenges to break down how gaslighting works, why it can be so damaging, and most importantly, how survivors can reclaim their reality. The conversation moves beyond awareness to action — offering listeners practical insights into building resilience, fostering supportive communities, and writing a new, hopeful story about themselves. Listeners will walk away feeling seen, empowered, and ready to take the first steps toward navigating life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and connection.
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