When does financial support turn into financial control? Are you really in charge of your finances - or just being told you are? What if the person you love most is also the one slowly eroding your financial freedom?
In this gripping episode of Financially Ever After Widowhood, Stacy sits down with narcissist divorce coach and survivor Victoria McCooey to talk about something that happens far too often but is rarely talked about: financial abuse. From subtle control to outright manipulation, Victoria pulls back the curtain on what this form of abuse looks like, how it evolves, and why even the smartest, most capable women can find themselves stuck in it. With raw honesty and hard-won wisdom, she shares not just her story, but real strategies for reclaiming your power - and your paycheck.
You'll hear them discuss:
How financial abuse often starts with what seems like kindness or practicality
Why smart, educated, successful women are still vulnerable to financial manipulation
The common emotional traps that keep women stuck in abusive dynamics
Telltale signs you're being excluded or controlled financially
What to do if you're afraid of retaliation or escalating violence when trying to leave
How Victoria “stole” her own paycheck to buy health insurance and what happened next
The vital role of tax returns, credit reports, and hidden debts in uncovering the truth
Why guilt and self-blame are so common - and completely undeserved
How community and connection can help women feel less alone and more empowered
Resources
Victoria McCooey on Web | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | Tiktok | Email | Phone: 516-449-4311
Stacy Francis on LinkedIn | X(Twitter) | Email
FrancisFinancial.com
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