Jonathan Graves

Jonathan Graves is an independent researcher specializing in influence psychology, coercive control, and the darker applications of behavioral science. His work exists at the intersection of academic rigor and real-world application—translating complex psychological research into actionable defense strategies.

His work is not for the faint of heart. It explores the psychological vulnerabilities that predators exploit—the cognitive biases, emotional triggers, and social dynamics that make us susceptible to manipulation. But understanding these mechanisms is the first step to defending against them.

Graves operates from a simple premise: awareness is armor. The tactics used by con artists, cult leaders, abusive partners, and corporate manipulators follow predictable patterns. Once you learn to recognize these patterns, you become significantly harder to deceive.

The Mission

Most people go through life unaware of the invisible forces that shape their decisions. They don't realize when they're being anchored, when guilt is being weaponized against them, or when their need for consistency is being exploited.

Jonathan Graves exists to change that. Through his writing, research, and training programs, he arms individuals with the knowledge they need to:

• Recognize manipulation tactics in real-time
• Understand the psychology behind influence and persuasion
• Deploy ethical counter-tactics when necessary
• Protect themselves and those they care about

The Approach

Graves doesn't shy away from controversial topics. He believes that hiding information about manipulation only protects the manipulators. By exposing their playbook, he levels the playing field.

His work is rigorously researched but practically focused. Academic theory means nothing if it can't be applied in the real world. Every concept he teaches is designed to be immediately actionable.