Leslie Dobson
Forensic psychologist and court-appointed expert specializing in violence and sexually violent risk assessments, with experience in prisons, jails, and psych hospitals and advocacy on coercive control.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 1h 18min
Is He a Narcissist or Just Avoidant? | Dr. Leslie Dobson & Adam Lane Smith
Dr. Leslie Dobson, a forensic psychologist who assesses violent offenders in prisons and hospitals, helps listeners separate rare narcissistic personality disorder from avoidant behaviors. She covers coercive control, how predators scan for vulnerable partners, why small good moments deceive, the role of attachment in visibility, and practical steps like forensic journaling and rebuilding community for safety.
