BTM Special: Married to the Wolf of Wall Street and How to Leave Abuse with Dr. Nae

Dr. Nae (Nadine Macaluso) speaks from lived experience about what coercive control actually looks like behind wealth, power, and public spectacle. Known to the world as the real-life wife portrayed in The Wolf of Wall Street, she unpacks the psychological mechanics woven throughout the story, explaining how trauma bonding, intimidation, manipulation, and addiction shaped daily life inside the relationship. What many viewers recognized as chaos or entertainment is reframed as part of a sustained pattern driven by fear, intermittent affection, and a profound power imbalance that slowly erodes identity and safety.Now a licensed therapist, Dr. Nae explains why leaving is rarely simple, why survivors stay longer than they ever planned, and why the most dangerous moment is often the decision to go. She breaks down post-separation abuse, power-based retaliation, and the myths that fuel victim blaming, while offering hard-won insight on planning safely, trusting your body when your mind is confused, and rebuilding after years of survival mode.Dr. Nae’s Links:https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadinehttps://www.tiktok.com/@drnaelmfthttps://www.facebook.com/drnaelmfthttps://www.youtube.com/@TheRealDrNadinehttps://drnae.comRun Like Hell by Nadine Macalusohttps://a.co/d/1lgb7jLResources:National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233Text BEGIN to 88788Crisis Text Line741741Beyond the Monsters’ Socials:https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemonsters/https://linktr.ee/BeyondtheMonstersDisclaimer: This podcast shares personal experiences and educational discussion. It is not medical or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified professional regarding your own care.Topics: coercive control, trauma bond, leaving abuse, post separation abuse, domestic violence (DV), therapistIf you have a story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out a form here: https://form.jotform.com/243366933402153Please contact [email protected] for any business inquiries! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.