What is gaslighting, and how can therapists recognise the signs of gaslighting in their clients’ experiences or relationships?

Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which a person seeks to sow seeds of doubt in another individual or make them question their reality, memory, or sanity. Therapists can recognise gaslighting by observing patterns of denial, blame-shifting, manipulation, and undermining of the client’s perceptions or emotions.