Heart Wide Open - A Holistic Guide to Self Recovery from Narcissistic Wounding
by Stacey Sanderson Available to Order Now!
Stacey Sanderson
Global expert on narcissism and author of Heart Wide Open, Stacey Sanderson takes a holistic approach to understanding character pathology and healing from complex trauma. A sought after speaker, teacher and professional mentor, she brings thirty years of research and client-care experience to her work.
Available for podcast guesting, summit appearances, masterclasses, and media interviews on narcissistic relational abuse recovery, complex relational trauma, narcissistic family systems, high-conflict divorce, and the integrated clinical-and-holistic approach to recovery.
For booking inquiries: stacey@staceysanderson.ca
Speaking
International Masterclass on Narcissistic Recovery
Host / Venue: Acercos, Madrid, Spain, with Ana Clara Rodrigo Torres (IFS) Date: April 24, 2026
In April 2026, Stacey co-facilitated an international masterclass with Ana Clara Rodrigo Torres of Acercos in Madrid, focused on integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) into the treatment of complex relational trauma from narcissistic abuse. The masterclass brought together clinicians from across Europe and North America.
Speaking
Navigating Divorce Post-Narcissistic Abuse
Venue: The D Shift Summit (Divorce, Discovery, and Doing Life Your Way) Date: March 24, 2026
Stacey joined The D Shift Summit to share clinical and somatic perspectives on recovering and rebuilding after narcissistic abuse in the context of divorce, including the boundary work and self-reclamation that supports a sustainable path forward.
Podcast Appearances
Build Your Private Practice
Episode: How to Find the Clients You're Meant to Serve Host: Liane Wood Date: June 1, 2026
In this episode of Build Your Private Practice, Stacey shares her passion for working with aligned clients in her niched area of expertise.
Listen: Apple Podcasts · YouTube video · YouTube audio
Meltdown to Mastery
Episode: Healing Narcissistic Wounding - Pain into Power Host: Jayne Marquis, ND Date: May 16, 2026
In this interview with Jayne Marquis, Stacey shares how we can understand narcissistic abuse, coercive control and complex trauma through a holistic lens.
Listen: Apple Podcasts
Know Your Brain
Episode: Ep 9: How Can Someone Recover From Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse? Host: Faith Benvenuti Date: February 28, 2026
This is an informative, yet light-hearted chat about narcissism with two authors and confirmed neuro-geeks.
Listen: YouTube
Going Solo Network (WGSN-DB)
Episode: Recognizing Narcissistic Patterns Host: Mardi Winder-Adams Date: August 7, 2025 (live) / September 1, 2025 (podcast release)
Stacey joins Mardi Winder-Adams on the Going Solo Network to discuss how to recognize narcissistic patterns in relationships and what they reveal about underlying relational dynamics.
Listen: Apple Podcasts · YouTube live
CHANGE: Community Helpers Affecting Natural Growth and Education
Episode: Narcissism with Stacey Sanderson Host: Rebecca O'Rourke Date: July 24, 2025
Stacey joins Rebecca O'Rourke for a clinical conversation on narcissism, the framework of Heart Wide Open, and what recovery actually requires beyond cognitive recognition.
Listen: Apple Podcasts
Untethering Shame
Episode: Shame and Narcissism (Summer Replay) Host: Kyira Wackett, MS, LPC Date: October 6, 2024 (original) / July 20, 2025 (Summer Replay)
Stacey and Kyira Wackett explore the intersection of shame and narcissism, including how shame functions inside narcissistic dynamics for both sides of the relationship.
Listen: YouTube · Apple Podcasts (replay)
Living The Next Chapter
Episode: E509: Heart Wide Open — A Holistic Guide to Self-Recovery from Narcissistic Wounding Host: Dave (True Media Solutions) Date: March 7, 2025
Stacey discusses Heart Wide Open and the holistic, somatic, and parts-work approach to recovery from narcissistic wounding.
Listen: Apple Podcasts · YouTube
The D Shift Podcast
Episode: Understanding Narcissistic Wounding and Healing Host: Mardi Winder Date: July 25, 2024
In this podcast Stacey and Mardi discuss why it is important to first "do the work" and learn how to hold powerful boundaries when divorcing a narcissist.
Listen: Captivate
Redbird Therapy
Episode: Live Q&A with Stacey Sanderson, author of Heart Wide Open Host: Barbara Brown Date: July 13, 2024
A live Q&A with Stacey on Heart Wide Open, hosted by Barbara Brown for Redbird Therapy. Covers questions on recovery, boundaries, and the territory most people are navigating alone.
Listen: YouTube
Equilibrium Echoes
Episode: Ep 6: Emotional Regulation and Why It Matters Host: Alyssa Decker Date: May 8, 2024
Learn about how to take care of your own emotional energy around toxic people in this podcast interview that is all about emotional regulation.
Listen: YouTube
The Monaca Vanderpool Podcast
Episode: Reclaiming Power and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse Host: Monaca Vanderpool Date: May 3, 2024
Stacey discusses reclaiming personal power and the path to healing from narcissistic abuse.
Listen: YouTube
OWN & BIL
Episode: Ep 32 with Stacey Sanderson Host: Shaelene McInnis Date: January 11, 2024
Stacey joins Shaelene McInnis for a wide-ranging conversation on narcissism, recovery, and the work of stepping into authenticity.
Listen: YouTube
The Holiday Survival Podcast
Episode: Holiday Survival Tip #6: Don't Let Toxic People Steal Your Joy Date: November 27, 2023
Stacey shares Tip #6 of the Holiday Survival series: how to keep toxic people from stealing your joy during the holiday season.
Listen: Amazon
Touchy Subjects Podcast
Episode: The Truth Behind Spiritual Narcissism with Stacey Sanderson Host: Erin Billings Date: November 8, 2023
Join Stacey and Erin as they spill the tea on the toxic leadership styles of those drawn to faith leadership and faith communities.
Listen: Apple Podcasts
The Trusted Friend Podcast
Episode: Will You Be My Friend? with Stacey Sanderson Date: November 7, 2023
Stacey explores the territory of friendship and what it takes to build trusted relationships after narcissistic wounding.
Listen: Podbean
United State of Women Podcast
Episode: Loneliness and Mental Health with Stacey Sanderson Host: Julie Deem Date: November 1, 2023
Stacey discusses loneliness and mental health with Julie Deem, including how loneliness shows up for women who have survived narcissistic relationships.
Listen: Podchaser
In the Media
Kirkus Review of Heart Wide Open
Kirkus Reviews on Stacey's debut book, Heart Wide Open: A Holistic Guide to Self Recovery from Narcissistic Wounding.
Read: Kirkus Reviews
Interested in booking Stacey for an appearance?
Reach out at stacey@staceysanderson.ca with a quick note on your audience, format, and topic angle.
Available for the following topic areas:
Navigating High Conflict Divorce
Understanding Narcissism and Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Complex Relational Trauma
What Works for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People in Therapy
The Five Pillars of Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic Family Systems
Spiritual Narcissism
Relational Aggression and Narcissism in the Workplace
Boundaries for Busy Women
Narcissists, Empaths and Echoism
Complex Trauma and the Impact on the Body
Media kits by audience:
Download the kit that matches your format. Each one includes Stacey's bio, signature topics, signature lines, and recent appearance reels.
Stacey Sanderson, B.S.W.,M.A.,R.S.W.,R.P.
Sanderson Psychotherapy, Coaching and Consulting
705-930-4233 | stacey@staceysanderson.ca
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