Welcome to to this episode of Sunflower Movement where I sat down with Licensed Professional Counselor Mellissa Perry to explore the journey of faith deconstruction and its intersections with therapy and embodiment.

Mellissa shares her expertise on navigating the complexities of leaving or reimagining religious beliefs, the emotional impact, and how therapy, especially Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), can offer support. We dive deep into practical tools for healing and reclaiming a sense of self through embodied practices.

Whether you're on your own faith transition journey or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers valuable guidance.

Resources:

- Faith Transition Journal: A helpful resource for those in transition who may not have immediate access to therapy: http://www.amazon.com/dp/b0cdz79s55/

- Faith Transition Group (Arizona): For more information, reach out to Mellissa directly.

Connect with Mellissa Perry, LPC:

- Website: www.inner-compass-counseling.com

- Contact: [email protected]

- Instagram: @mellissaperrytherapyDisclaimer:

This podcast is for education & entertainment purposes only. I am a licensed therapist, but unless you have a signed consent form with me, I am not your therapist. This platform is not a form of psychotherapy, counseling, or healthcare of any kind.

Sunflowers bloom in the most unexpected places & they adjust to remain connected to the sun. Metaphorically, I define these sunflower movements as experiences with people, places, and moments where we feel seen, heard, & believed. This is Sunflower Movement - a community where people are able to show up authentically.

Additionally, this podcast is an opportunity to ask, tell, & share anything with me, a licensed therapist & trauma specialist. Together I, along with my guests, will explore a variety of personal stories about mental health, trauma, religious trauma, relationships, nervous system regulation, spirituality, & all that the healing process encompasses.

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