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Welcome to Gaslighting Recognition & Recovery Group.
This is a peer-to-peer support group dedicated to recovery from emotional abuse. **FOR ESTABLISHED MEMBERS **

Gaslighting isn’t “just a pop psychology term.” It’s a very real form of emotional manipulation that often flies under the radar because we’ve been conditioned to see it as normal. This is especially true if we grew up amidst toxic family dynamics. We’ve learned to doubt ourselves before questioning someone else’s behavior. We say, “Maybe I’m just too sensitive.” Or “Maybe I’m overreacting.” And that’s exactly how gaslighting works — it teaches us to question our intuition, doubt our own emotions, silence and shrink ourselves.

But no — you are not “too sensitive.” You are not being “defensive.” You are not “overreacting to constructive criticism.” You are having a normal human response to emotional abuse. Gaslighting thrives in the disguise of normalcy, often framed as “loving care and concern” or “just trying to help”. And the first step in dismantling it is naming it for what it is: emotionally abusive. It’s not your fault, not imagined, and definitely not normal.

This group is a safe space dedicated to supporting one another as we confront the faulty, gaslit self-concepts imposed upon us by others. Together, we can practice self-compassion, reclaim our voices and empower ourselves. Whether you are beginning to question if you are experiencing gaslighting, in the early stages of identifying the patterns, or already well along your path to recovery, this group offers support for every stage of the journey.

This group runs 6PM EST- 7:30PM EST (5PM-6:30PM CST, 3PM-4:30PM PST AND 11PM-12:30AM BST) every other Saturday

I did schedule this group with the assumption that those attending are well-versed in gaslighting but would still like to provide a brief definition for anyone who may be uncertain;

Gaslighting is an intentional, subtle, psychological manipulation tactic where the perpetrator plants seeds of doubt in the victim's mind. This leads the victim to question their perceptions, memories, feelings, abilities, and even their mental health. The perpetrator is often a person with high narcissistic and sociopathic traits. It’s designed to evade detection and is therefore one of the most insidious tools in the pathological narcissist's arsenal.

*Important Notes*

If this is your first time here, please sign up for a First Timers event.
This event is for established members only. You must have attended a First Timers event prior to signing up for this one. If you have not attended a First Timers event, you will be removed from the meeting.

These meetings are to ensure the safety of our members and our hosts as we share sensitive details about our experiences. We also do this to ensure all new members will get a chance to share and introduce themselves right away, this is a way for us to properly meet each of you. Instructions are posted in the First Timers events and we appreciate your cooperation in advance!

Please Review The Following Before Joining:

I am a peer supporter, not a mental health professional, physician or attorney. Information shared in these groups is not to be construed as professional advice.

  • Cameras must be ON. If you need to briefly turn your camera off, please inform the host. If your camera remains off after being asked to turn it on, you will be removed from the meeting.
  • Mute your microphones unless it is your turn to speak.
  • Raise your hand to share. Shares will be heard in the order hands are raised.
  • Offer advice ONLY when it’s explicitly asked for. Supportive words of validation, understanding, and affirmation are encouraged. Unsolicited advice and tangential rants of personal opinions are not.
  • If your think your share might trigger others, please advise the group with a trigger warning and wait a moment. This moment of pause allows members the chance to mute their speakers.
  • Manage triggers by muting your speakers or taking a break from the meeting as needed. If you need to leave, the host will re-admit you as many times as necessary, no questions asked.
  • Solicitation is prohibited. Please refrain from pedaling products or services.
  • Please refrain from contacting or DMing other members without prior approval from an organizer. If you’ve connected with someone and would like to exchange contact information, reach out to an organizer, and we’ll facilitate the exchange.

**Although we care deeply about the safety and wellbeing of our members, we are not equipped to intervene in crisis situations. IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT FEELS SUICIDAL OR UNSAFE, PLEASE DIAL 911 (US & CANADA) OR 999 IN THE UK. OR SEEK CARE AT YOUR NEAREST EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT.**

Crisis Hotline: 988 (US)

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