How Narcissists Trap You: A New Movie Shows Gaslighting & Coercive Control
How Narcissists Trap You: A New Movie Shows Gaslighting & Coercive Control  
Podcast: Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse
Published On: Mon Feb 16 2026
Description: Ever wonder why narcissists feel impossible to leave—even when you know something's wrong? This week, filmmakers Ali & Stefanie Schmahl reveal how their docu-fiction hybrid "I Love You My Narcissist" portrays what no other film has: the internal experience of being slowly trapped by someone you love. PODCAST EXTRA EXCLUSIVE SEGMENT Find the exclusive second segment and weekly newsletter here. MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST EXTRA INTERVIEW 🔹 Ali and Stefanie take you behind the scenes—revealing what it takes to tell stories with your heart. 👉 Get immediate access to this extended interviewTHE FILM • I Love You My Narcissist (ILYMN) • Pre-register for watch party• TrailerMORE ABOUT ALI & STEFANIE SCHMAHL Ali Schmahl (Director) and Stefanie Schmahl (Producer/Actress) are Berlin-based independent filmmakers who created "I Love You My Narcissist"—a groundbreaking docu-fiction hybrid featuring expert interviews with Dr. Kerry McAvoy, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Lisa Sonni, and others. • Website: ilymn.film • Social: @ilymn.film on TikTok and Instagram————Follow on AppleFollow on SpotifySubmit your question to be answered on air here!ResourcesReclaimYou: Dr. Kerry's AI-powered coaching appThe Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFollow Dr. Kerry!YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. As an Amazon affiliate, commission is earned from qualifying purchases.This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.