In this series of podcasts, professional counsellor, Caroline Winzenried, delves deeper into various aspects of religious trauma. In this session, she discusses how religious disillusionment can often introduce tension into relationships with friends and family who are still religious. Many people experience a profound loss when they leave a religion from the severed or strained ties with loved ones and communities. For some people, the risk of rejection is so strong that they feel they need to "stay in the closet." Caroline will explore the impact of religious trauma on identity and the ability to create and foster meaningful relationships.

Bio: Caroline Winzenried is a counsellor in Boronia, Victoria, Australia. She works from an existential-humanistic lens with individuals across the lifespan, from adolescent to older adults, on issues including anxiety, depression and interpersonal relationships. Her areas of special interest include working with religious trauma and grief and loss.

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