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Alyson Thompson 6/2/25 Alyson Thompson 6/2/25

Was It Spiritual Abuse? How to Recognize Religious Trauma and Begin to Heal

If you’ve ever asked “Was it spiritual abuse?”— you’re not alone. This post explores how religious trauma shows up, why it’s not just “church hurt,” and how healing can begin.

Alyson Thompson 5/19/25 Alyson Thompson 5/19/25

Leaving the LDS Church: Navigating Grief, Guilt, and Religious Trauma

Leaving the LDS Church can feel like losing your world. This post explores the grief, guilt, and religious trauma of faith transition, and how therapy can support healing.

Alyson Thompson 4/9/25 Alyson Thompson 4/9/25

Healing from Religious Trauma: How Lament Can Lead to Hope

Discover how the lenten season, lament, grief, and spiritual reflection can support healing from religious trauma and spiritual abuse. A trauma therapist shares insight on reclaiming what’s sacred and finding hope after leaving or reimagining faith.