Can someone say “religious trauma”? Chelsea Anderson & James Acosta are keeping it real re: their experiences as LGBTQ people who grew up in church. James & Chelsea discuss the church’s general dismissal of mental health issues, how bad theology instills shame, and why we exchanged strict religion for spiritual self care. James shares his experience as a transgender person and gives some practical tips for people currently in the midst of the coming out process. Listen for a few not-so-vague pastor’s wife jokes ;). If you’re looking for a permission slip to question bad theology, live in your truth and embrace psychology as a path to self-understanding, this is the episode for you! Connect with James Acosta & Chelsea Anderson on IG @jjames_LA @justbchelsea

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