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Are you struggling with the effects of spiritual abuse?
Right now, as a result of spiritual abuse, you may be experiencing:
- Deep confusion about your spiritual beliefs and identity
- Fear of divine punishment for questioning or leaving your religious community
- Grief over the loss of faith, community, and worldview
- Anger toward religious leaders who misused their authority
- Shame about experiences or thoughts labeled as sinful or wrong
- Trust issues with authority figures and new spiritual communities
You're realizing that your spiritual abuse is getting in the way of your life:
- Your relationship with spirituality is damaged or completely severed
- Religious language, imagery, or practices trigger trauma responses
- You struggle to discern healthy from unhealthy spiritual guidance
- Your sense of morality and decision-making is confused without the structure you once had
- You feel alienated from both religious and secular communities
You’re wondering…
- Was everything I believed a lie, or are there elements worth preserving?
- How do I rebuild a spiritual life after such profound betrayal?
- Am I being punished for questioning or leaving my religious community?
- How do I trust my own judgment after being taught to distrust myself?
- Can I ever find community that respects my autonomy and boundaries?
You’re longing for…
- Clarity about your own authentic spiritual beliefs and values.
- Freedom from fear of divine punishment or retribution.
- A healthy relationship with spirituality that nurtures rather than harms.
- Community that respects your autonomy and boundaries.
- Integration of your religious past into your current identity.
- Trust in your own discernment and moral compass.
How we can help you.
At our trauma-informed therapy center, we understand the unique challenges of recovering from spiritual abuse and religious trauma. Our therapists are knowledgeable about various religious traditions and the dynamics of spiritual abuse, while respecting your current beliefs and autonomy. We provide specialized support to help you process religious trauma, reclaim your spiritual agency, develop healthy discernment, and create a meaningful spiritual life (or secular life) that aligns with your authentic values.
What you’re longing for is possible.
By pursuing trauma therapy for spiritual abuse recovery, you can imagine the following:
Before Therapy
After Therapy
Fear of divine punishment for questioning or leaving.
Freedom from fear-based spirituality and recognition of fear as a control tactic.
Black and white thinking about spiritual matters.
Comfort with complexity, nuance, and uncertainty in spiritual questions.
Difficulty trusting your own discernment after being taught to distrust yourself.
Confidence in your ability to evaluate spiritual teachings and communities.
Trauma responses triggered by religious language or practices.
Reduced reactivity and ability to engage with spiritual content by choice.
Shame about thoughts or experiences labeled as sinful.
Self-compassion and recognition of harmful religious teachings about human nature.
Confusion about your own authentic spiritual beliefs.
Clarity about your personal values and beliefs, whether religious, spiritual, or secular.
What if I’m Not Ready?
Not Quite Ready to Book a Complimentary Concierge Matching Call? That’s Okay.
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make this decision easier for you.
Starting therapy can bring up mixed feelings—part of you might be eager, while another part hesitates to confront deeply buried emotions. You might doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time or had disappointing experiences with untrained therapists or life coaches. At Evergreen Counseling, our trauma-trained therapists are deeply committed to providing expert care.
Here’s How We Can Help You Move Forward
- Complimentary Concierge Matching Call: Our concierge matching call is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share your concerns, and see if our approach feels right for you—without any obligation.
- Reimbursement Options: Concerned about the cost? We can guide you on how to get reimbursed for therapy using your out-of-network insurance benefits, making high-quality care more accessible to you.
- Informed Decision: Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring your options, we want you to feel fully informed and confident in your choice.
