Azadeh Atzberger is a 3-time bestselling author, trauma survivor, and founder of Finally Free Life. As a transformational life and couples coach, she’s known for her work in narcissistic abuse recovery and empowering women who love too much.

Having overcome domestic and sexual abuse and addiction herself, Azadeh uses her story to guide others through deep healing and personal transformation. She is the creator of The 12 Steps for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, a framework that has helped thousands begin anew with strength, clarity, and self-love.

Her mission is to help women reclaim their power, establish healthy emotional boundaries, and live free from the cycle of toxic love. Azadeh’s bold voice and compassionate insight are lighting the path to freedom for countless survivors across the globe.

Have you ever loved someone so deeply that you lost yourself in the process?

In this episode of the Healing Through Love Podcast, Azadeh Atzberger—a three-time bestselling author and the founder of Finally Free Life—joins Sharlene Lynch to dive deep into the reality of love addiction and why so many women stay stuck in cycles of unhealthy relationships.

Azadeh’s personal story of surviving domestic and sexual abuse, addiction, and emotional co-dependency forms the heart of this inspiring conversation. As the creator of The 12 Steps for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, she’s on a mission to help women break free from toxic love, set emotional boundaries, and protect their peace.

Together, we explore:

• What love addiction looks like and how it forms
• Why emotional boundaries are crucial to healing
• How to shift from survival mode to self-love and sovereignty

Whether you’re healing from heartbreak or navigating your next chapter, Azadeh’s wisdom will empower you to stop over-giving and start choosing yourself first.

This isn’t just an episode—it’s a life-altering conversation for women who are ready to release old patterns and embrace the love they truly deserve.

🎧 Listen now and discover the freedom that comes when you love yourself more.

💡 Three Key Takeaways:

1. How to Identify Love Addiction – Recognize signs of emotional over-investment and dependency in relationships.
2. Mastering Emotional Boundaries – Learn tools to set healthy limits and avoid falling into toxic cycles.
3. Choosing Peace Over Chaos – Discover the power of self-love, healing, and protecting your inner peace.

Introduction of Azadeh Atzberger

• Azadeh Atzberger is introduced as a distinguished three-time bestselling author and esteemed founder of Finally Free Life.

• Azadeh serves as a transformational life coach and couples coach.
• Azadeh is renowned as the visionary behind the 12 steps for narcissistic abuse recovery.
• Azadeh draws from their own journey as a trauma survivor of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and a triumphant conqueror of addiction.
• Azadeh has been sober for 23 years, having not consumed alcohol or drugs in their 30s, 40s, and now 50s. 

Azadeh’s Story of Abuse

• Azadeh shares their story of horrific domestic abuse, highlighting the desire for love, connection, and being seen and heard.

• The abuse included mental, psychological, and emotional abuse, betrayal, and manipulation.
• Azadeh discovered that their partner was recording intimate moments without their knowledge and was involved with other women.
• Azadeh was lied to about their partner’s ability to get them pregnant, leading to a pregnancy that Azadeh ultimately aborted due to fear and parental rejection.
• Azadeh describes being held hostage, experiencing physical violence, and the trauma bond that led to returning to the abusive relationship multiple times. 

Azadeh’s Journey to Sobriety and Healing

• Azadeh sought help by calling a payphone but lacked the means to reach a shelter.

• Azadeh’s mother provided $200 to escape, and Azadeh used this opportunity to leave the abusive partner.
• Azadeh stayed in a shelter for 90 days, receiving love, care, and support, which helped in the healing process.
• Azadeh joined a support group and began the journey of healing and growth. 

Azadeh’s Books and Writing Journey

• Azadeh’s first book is titled ‘Using Food to Cope with Codependency’, reflecting their transition from substance addiction to food addiction.

• Azadeh wrote ‘Adult Children of Narcissistic Abuse, Narcissistic Parents’ as they grew older.
• Azadeh co-authored their third book with a victim of narcissistic abuse.
• Azadeh’s fourth book is a workbook designed to help individuals heal from narcissistic abuse without the need for professional help. 

Azadeh’s Current Work and Future Plans

• Azadeh works with women in narcissistic abuse and couples, provided both parties are willing and there are no signs of narcissism.

• Azadeh helps authors write their stories, focusing on empowering them to share their DNA in words.
• Azadeh’s publishing services include assistance from start to finish, including design, editing, and uploading to Amazon.
• Azadeh incorporates AI in the writing process if the author desires, emphasizing the importance of connecting to one’s inner power and choice. 

Final Words of Wisdom

• Azadeh encourages survivors of abuse not to give up on themselves, emphasizing that pain is the admission to a new life.

• Azadeh warns against returning to abusive relationships, highlighting the deceptive nature of the trauma bond. 

• Azadeh Atzberger is introduced as a distinguished three-time bestselling author and esteemed founder of Finally Free Life.

• Azadeh serves as a transformational life coach and couples coach.
• Azadeh is renowned as the visionary behind the 12 steps for narcissistic abuse recovery.
• Azadeh draws from their own journey as a trauma survivor of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and a triumphant conqueror of addiction.
• Azadeh has been sober for 23 years, having not consumed alcohol or drugs in their 30s, 40s, and now 50s. 

Azadeh’s Story of Abuse

• Azadeh shares their story of horrific domestic abuse, highlighting the desire for love, connection, and being seen and heard.

• The abuse included mental, psychological, and emotional abuse, betrayal, and manipulation.
• Azadeh discovered that their partner was recording intimate moments without their knowledge and was involved with other women.
• Azadeh was lied to about their partner’s ability to get them pregnant, leading to a pregnancy that Azadeh ultimately aborted due to fear and parental rejection.
• Azadeh describes being held hostage, experiencing physical violence, and the trauma bond that led to returning to the abusive relationship multiple times. 

Azadeh’s Journey to Sobriety and Healing

• Azadeh sought help by calling a payphone but lacked the means to reach a shelter.

• Azadeh’s mother provided $200 to escape, and Azadeh used this opportunity to leave the abusive partner.
• Azadeh stayed in a shelter for 90 days, receiving love, care, and support, which helped in the healing process.
• Azadeh joined a support group and began the journey of healing and growth. 

Azadeh’s Books and Writing Journey

• Azadeh’s first book is titled ‘Using Food to Cope with Codependency’, reflecting their transition from substance addiction to food addiction.

• Azadeh wrote ‘Adult Children of Narcissistic Abuse, Narcissistic Parents’ as they grew older.
• Azadeh co-authored their third book with a victim of narcissistic abuse.
• Azadeh’s fourth book is a workbook designed to help individuals heal from narcissistic abuse without the need for professional help. 

Azadeh’s Current Work and Future Plans

• Azadeh works with women in narcissistic abuse and couples, provided both parties are willing and there are no signs of narcissism.

• Azadeh helps authors write their stories, focusing on empowering them to share their DNA in words.
• Azadeh’s publishing services include assistance from start to finish, including design, editing, and uploading to Amazon.
• Azadeh incorporates AI in the writing process if the author desires, emphasizing the importance of connecting to one’s inner power and choice. 

Final Words of Wisdom

• Azadeh encourages survivors of abuse not to give up on themselves, emphasizing that pain is the admission to a new life.

• Azadeh warns against returning to abusive relationships, highlighting the deceptive nature of the trauma bond. 

• Azadeh Atzberger is introduced as a distinguished three-time bestselling author and esteemed founder of Finally Free Life.

• Azadeh serves as a transformational life coach and couples coach.
• Azadeh is renowned as the visionary behind the 12 steps for narcissistic abuse recovery.
• Azadeh draws from their own journey as a trauma survivor of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and a triumphant conqueror of addiction.
• Azadeh has been sober for 23 years, having not consumed alcohol or drugs in their 30s, 40s, and now 50s. 

Azadeh’s Story of Abuse

• Azadeh shares their story of horrific domestic abuse, highlighting the desire for love, connection, and being seen and heard.

• The abuse included mental, psychological, and emotional abuse, betrayal, and manipulation.
• Azadeh discovered that their partner was recording intimate moments without their knowledge and was involved with other women.
• Azadeh was lied to about their partner’s ability to get them pregnant, leading to a pregnancy that Azadeh ultimately aborted due to fear and parental rejection.
• Azadeh describes being held hostage, experiencing physical violence, and the trauma bond that led to returning to the abusive relationship multiple times. 

Azadeh’s Journey to Sobriety and Healing

• Azadeh sought help by calling a payphone but lacked the means to reach a shelter.

• Azadeh’s mother provided $200 to escape, and Azadeh used this opportunity to leave the abusive partner.
• Azadeh stayed in a shelter for 90 days, receiving love, care, and support, which helped in the healing process.
• Azadeh joined a support group and began the journey of healing and growth. 

Azadeh’s Books and Writing Journey

• Azadeh’s first book is titled ‘Using Food to Cope with Codependency’, reflecting their transition from substance addiction to food addiction.

• Azadeh wrote ‘Adult Children of Narcissistic Abuse, Narcissistic Parents’ as they grew older.
• Azadeh co-authored their third book with a victim of narcissistic abuse.
• Azadeh’s fourth book is a workbook designed to help individuals heal from narcissistic abuse without the need for professional help. 

Azadeh’s Current Work and Future Plans

• Azadeh works with women in narcissistic abuse and couples, provided both parties are willing and there are no signs of narcissism.

• Azadeh helps authors write their stories, focusing on empowering them to share their DNA in words.
• Azadeh’s publishing services include assistance from start to finish, including design, editing, and uploading to Amazon.
• Azadeh incorporates AI in the writing process if the author desires, emphasizing the importance of connecting to one’s inner power and choice. 

Final Words of Wisdom

• Azadeh encourages survivors of abuse not to give up on themselves, emphasizing that pain is the admission to a new life.

• Azadeh warns against returning to abusive relationships, highlighting the deceptive nature of the trauma bond.

• Introduction of the podcast episode focusing on domestic and family violence, featuring hosts Sharlene Lynch and Rose Davidson and guest Azadeh Atzberger, a survivor and author discussing her journey and work in narcissistic abuse recovery.
• Azadeh Atzberger shares her harrowing experience of domestic abuse, detailing the psychological, emotional, and physical trauma she endured, including being held hostage and the complexities of leaving an abusive relationship.
• Discussion on the impact of narcissistic abuse, including the challenges of recognizing and dealing with narcissists in personal and professional environments, and the importance of self-awareness and boundary-setting.
• Azadeh Atzberger explains her current work, which includes helping women recover from narcissistic abuse, coaching couples, and assisting authors in writing and publishing their stories, emphasizing empowerment and healing through storytelling.
• Details on the publishing services offered by Azadeh Atzberger, covering the entire process from initial writing to final publication on platforms like Amazon, and the flexible approach to using AI in the writing process.
• Azadeh Atzberger’s final words of wisdom encourage perseverance through pain as a pathway to a new life, advising against returning to abusive situations despite the pull of trauma bonds.
• Sharlene Lynch promotes Healing Through Love’s support services for survivors of domestic violence, including free pamper days designed to help survivors recognize their worth.