In this empathic and dynamic conversation, I speak with my friend and colleague, Julia Krump, LCSW, about her own recovery from harmful fundamentalist church doctrines and practices – a process she notes is ongoing, even after 18 years – and her passion for helping others move through their own similar experiences. Julia shares numerous resources and insights that have helped her and her clients heal, including how reorienting her own life toward philosophy rather than religion was pivotal to moving forward.

[Note: The thoughts and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the speakers and do not constitute medical advice. Some survivors of trauma need medical or psychiatric attention. Please consult with a doctor if this is the case. If you believe seeing a professional counselor would be helpful, visit sites like PsychologyToday.com and/or Zencare.co to find therapists in your area and/or online. Each of these websites allows you to filter for specific issues, types of insurance accepted, and other criteria to find therapists who might be the best fit for your needs.]

Books/Resources Mentioned:

Leaving the Fold, Marlene Winell, PhD

A Common Faith, John Dewey

Self-Compassion / Fierce Self-Compassion, Kristin Neff, PhD www.self-compassion.org

Jon Kabat-Zinn JKZ Meditations (app); see also Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving, Pete Walker, LMFT

You Are Your Own, Jamie Lee Finch

Peter Levine, PhD, www.somaticexperiencing.com

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