The Self-Love Recovery Podcast

Ross Rosenberg, M. Ed.

Begin your recovery from narcissists and narcissistic abuse, codependency, gaslighting, trauma, and more with Ross Rosenberg's Self-Love Recovery Podcast! Expect to be informed, inspired & unburdened by master psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg, an international expert on narcissistic abuse, codependency & trauma recovery & best-selling author of The Human Magnet Syndrome.Millions of people have already been given hope, direction, and enlightenment through his YouTube contributions and book sales. Ross warmly and authentically draws from his own healing journey as well as 35 years in the mental health field. Ross Rosenberg is all about breaking through barriers, opening up minds, and inspiring and guiding people about what they have been misinformed about or most need to understand. Whether it is freedom over codependency, which he renamed to Self-Love Deficit Disorder, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, or the childhood trauma that underlies them, you will find this podcast liberating, inspiring, and extraordinarily educating. So join him on his quest to warmly, authentically, and expertly explain, advise, and inspire. Prepare to change your life!

  1. 3d ago

    The Healing Power of Self-Love - First Live Presentation in 6 Years!

    In his first live presentation in over six years, author and psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg (The Human Magnet Syndrome, The Codependency Revolution) delivers "The Healing Power of Self-Love" — a deeply personal keynote at Pensacola's Unitarian Universalist Church on why caring, generous people repeatedly end up in relationships that leave them depleted, invisible, and emotionally starving.  Drawing on 40 years as a therapist and his own healing journey, Ross reframes codependency as Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD), a treatable condition rooted in attachment trauma, shame, and pathological loneliness, and shares the frameworks that have helped thousands — including the SLDD pyramid, "relationship math," and the five pillars of healthy love.  Equal parts confession, education, and call to action, this talk is an invitation to look courageously inward and begin the journey from self-abandonment to self-love abundance. For information on The Pensacola Unitarian Universalist Church: https://uupensacola.org/ Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  2. Jul 14

    Scientology Cult Survivor Exposes Narcissist Mind Control

    Are you in a relationship, or are you in a "cult of one"? 🚩 In this special full-length interview, Ross Rosenberg sits down with Chris Shelton—an author, cult recovery expert, and former Scientologist who spent 25 years inside the organization. Together, they break down the terrifying similarities between cult indoctrination and narcissistic abuse. You will discover how pathological narcissists use the exact same deceptive tactics as destructive cults—such as love bombing, isolation, bait-and-switch, and coercive control—to completely trap their victims. For those with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD), the unconscious pull of the Human Magnet Syndrome can make you highly susceptible to these invisible traps, drawing you into a trauma bond that feels impossible to escape. Watch as Ross and Chris dissect the psychology of mind control, why normal people fall prey to these predators, and the necessary steps to finally break free and begin your journey toward Self-Love Abundance. To learn more about Chris Shelton's work, visit: chrissheltonmsc.org Stop fighting an invisible force blindly. Learn how the dance really works. Link to full video: https://bit.ly/Codependency_Habits Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  3. Jun 22

    How to Choose a Psychotherapist: The Ultimate Guide

    This is a podcast conversation between Ross Rosenberg and Dr. Steven Ross about how to choose a therapist. They advise prospective clients to ask upfront about a therapist's orientation, licensure, years in practice, and experience with their specific issue, and to reflect on any gender or age preferences while committing to a session or two to gauge fit.  Ross and Steven explain the differences between psychologists and master's-level therapists but argue that after five to ten years of experience, practitioners converge in skill regardless of degree, with licensure and certifications signaling accountability.   Ross and David They caution against unhealthy dependence on a therapist, urging clients to set boundaries and move on if therapy isn't resolving their core problem, and close by encouraging clients to know what they need and ensure they feel genuinely heard. Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  4. Jun 16

    Opposites Attract: The Hidden Pull Between Narcissists and Codependents

    Therapist and bestselling author Ross Rosenberg challenges a common belief: that the narcissist is the one ruining your life. He explains why lasting healing comes not from studying narcissists but from understanding your own role in the relationship. Using his "human magnet syndrome" and tango-dance metaphors, Ross shows how narcissists and codependents — those with what he calls Self-Love Deficit Disorder — are drawn together like opposite poles, each trying to fill a void rooted in childhood attachment trauma.  He explores why narcissists behave as they do, why adults are still accountable for the harm they cause, and why codependents stay trapped in a cycle that feels paradoxically safe. Drawing on 37 years as a psychotherapist, Ross offers real hope: your pain is not your destiny, and through his Self-Love Recovery Program, you can break free and reclaim self-love abundance. Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  5. May 27

    9 Habits That Reveal You're Codependent (And How to Break Them)

    In this podcastt, psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg breaks down the nine habits that quietly run the lives of codependents — or, as he calls them, people with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD). These aren't personality flaws. They're survival patterns installed in childhood by a narcissistic parent, and they're what keeps you stuck in adult relationships with the same kind of person over and over.  Ross walks through each one: the yes reflex, making yourself smaller, the codependency delusion, waiting to be rescued, the terror of pathological loneliness, identification with core shame, over-giving to prove your worth, over-extending until you're depleted, and the sorry reflex that apologizes for things you never did wrong. Drawing on 38 years of clinical experience and his own recovery, Ross explains why these habits exist and why the only way out is to stop trying to fix the relationship and start the work of self-love recovery. Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  6. May 1

    The Broken Picker: Why Trauma Keeps Choosing Your Partners

    Have you promised yourself "never again" — only to find yourself falling for the same kind of partner with a different face? In this episode, Ross Rosenberg explains why willpower, checklists, and even years of research on narcissism aren't enough to stop the cycle. The culprit is what Ross calls the "broken picker" — an unconscious force shaped by childhood attachment trauma that overrides your conscious mind and steers you straight toward narcissistic, controlling, or emotionally unavailable partners. Drawing from his Human Magnet Syndrome theory, Ross reveals why codependents (those with Self-Love Deficit Disorder) and pathological narcissists are magnetically drawn to one another, why dating apps and compatibility quizzes can't protect you, and why "chemistry" so often lies. Most importantly, he walks you through the path out: healing core shame, integrating the wounded inner child, and rebuilding the relationship template from the inside so your picker finally points toward safe, mutual, self-love-abundant partners. If you're ready to stop dancing with the same partner and start choosing love consciously, this episode is your roadmap. Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  7. May 1

    When Divorce Hurts Kids: What to Do and How to Navigate It, with Dr. Tina Paone

    In this conversation, Ross Rosenberg speaks with Dr. Tina Paone, a licensed counselor and play therapist, about the psychological impact of divorce on children. They explore how kids process separation without the language to express it, why behavior often reflects hidden distress, and how play therapy helps children navigate confusion, fear, and loss. The discussion also touches on attachment disruptions, trauma responses, and key developmental challenges during family breakdown. They also examine complex dynamics like parentification, parental alienation, and narcissistic abuse. Dr. Paone explains how children can be pushed into adult roles or pressured to side with one parent, and offers guidance for targeted parents. She also shares insights from her book Unbroken: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Reclaiming Me, making this a valuable discussion for parents and clinicians alike. Tina Paone: bio: Dr. Tina Paone is a licensed professional counselor, counselor educator, and registered play therapist supervisor specializing in child and family therapy. With over 20 years of experience, she serves on the faculty at Monmouth University and works extensively with children navigating divorce, trauma, and complex family dynamics, including parental alienation and narcissistic abuse. She is also the author of Unbroken: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Reclaiming Me, where she integrates her clinical expertise with personal insight to support healing and recovery. Dr. Paone leads a team of clinicians at her practice, focusing on trauma-informed care for children and families affected by high-conflict relationships. Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

  8. Apr 29

    Understanding Narcissistic Abuse with Chelsey Brooke Cole

    What does it take to truly heal from a narcissistic relationship? In this episode, Ross Rosenberg sits down with psychotherapist and author Chelsey Brooke Cole to discuss the complexities of narcissistic abuse and the journey toward recovery. Chelsey Brooke Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, and best-selling author of If Only I'd Known! She specializes in narcissistic abuse and complex trauma, and is the host of Restoring Resilience podcast and creator of Rewired for Resilience. Her work has been featured in USA Today, HuffPost, and Psychology Today, and she supports thousands of survivors daily through her speaking, writing, and healing programs. Together, Ross and Chelsey share their professional insights into why these relationships are so difficult to leave and what steps are necessary to find lasting peace and self-love. Whether you are just beginning to look for answers or are deep in your healing process, this conversation offers a supportive look at the road to recovery. Come Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG  Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions. Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.  In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services. Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.  Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure)  Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri)  Twitter (@RossRosenberg1)  and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

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Begin your recovery from narcissists and narcissistic abuse, codependency, gaslighting, trauma, and more with Ross Rosenberg's Self-Love Recovery Podcast! Expect to be informed, inspired & unburdened by master psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg, an international expert on narcissistic abuse, codependency & trauma recovery & best-selling author of The Human Magnet Syndrome.Millions of people have already been given hope, direction, and enlightenment through his YouTube contributions and book sales. Ross warmly and authentically draws from his own healing journey as well as 35 years in the mental health field. Ross Rosenberg is all about breaking through barriers, opening up minds, and inspiring and guiding people about what they have been misinformed about or most need to understand. Whether it is freedom over codependency, which he renamed to Self-Love Deficit Disorder, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, or the childhood trauma that underlies them, you will find this podcast liberating, inspiring, and extraordinarily educating. So join him on his quest to warmly, authentically, and expertly explain, advise, and inspire. Prepare to change your life!