Healing from Religious Trauma
& Redefining Spirituality on Your Own Terms
Right noW…
Every question only leads to more uncertainty. You’re wondering if finding answers is even possible anymore.
It’s like your world has been turned upside down. Things you were once certain about don’t really resonate with you anymore, leaving you confused and directionless.
You might be turning to spiritual practices for answers, but they don’t feel like they’re “working” anymore. You’re trying to make sense of who you are and how you fit into this world, but it’s frustrating and complicated.
This is a lot to process, and it's likely not the only frustrating, confusing, and complicated thing you’re working through right now. But the really, really important thing to remember is YOU ARE NOT IN THIS ALONE!
You're not just seeking help; you're taking a powerful step towards healing and rediscovery.
What you’re going through isn’t easy, and I want you to know how brave you are in trying to discover the real you.
In our work together, I aim to provide you with a supportive space to navigate the intricate terrain of religious trauma and deconstruction. Untangling the complexities of your faith journey is hard work, but here, you’ll find compassionate guidance as you explore the depths of doubt, grief, and spiritual questioning. With empathy and insight, I’ll take a nonjudgmental approach to our sessions, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.
I’m not going to make you pick a certain religion; your faith is always going to be up to you. For some, it might mean returning to their original beliefs or tying together pieces of different religious ideas, and for others, it means exploring entirely new spiritual avenues. Together, we’ll seek to build the life you want with a set of beliefs that feel authentic to you.
Let’s help you find the inner strength to tackle your uncertainty.
Deconstruction Therapy can help you…
Reinvent your own identity & empower the “new” you
Forge a spiritual path for authentic beliefs
Identify beliefs that have influenced you positively
Cope with personal triggers due to religious trauma
Find healing from pain, guilt, or confusion
Give yourself grace & acceptance in your beliefs
Set boundaries with family or previous community
Renew a sense of personal purpose & meaning
Methods I use —
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CBT is a goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors, promoting healthier coping strategies and improved emotional well-being.
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DBT teaches individuals skills to manage intense emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and tolerate distress more effectively through a combination of cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices.
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TF-CBT helps individuals process traumatic experiences by combining cognitive and behavioral techniques in a supportive environment, allowing them to address distressing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to trauma.
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Narrative therapy is a collaboration between individuals and their therapists that explores the stories and experiences individuals tell themselves. By externalizing problems and reshaping narratives, it offers insight into personal strengths and values, ultimately empowering individuals to create more preferred and fulfilling life stories.