This season has been a practice in holding space—for others, for healing, for truth. I started this with a hope: that these conversations might offer light in places we don’t always look. Whether this is the last episode or just a pause in the journey, I want to say thank you. For showing up. For listening. For sitting with the nuance, the discomfort, and the beauty.No matter where this path leads next, may we keep turning toward what matters. May we keep becoming.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Anderson—a psychotherapist and author of When Religion Hurts You. Dr. Anderson specializes in religious trauma and purity culture and brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.

We dive into the complexities of faith deconstruction, how it impacts identity and relationships, and what it means to heal after leaving high-control religious environments. Dr. Anderson also offers thoughtful responses to submissions from the audience, making this a rich and validating episode for anyone navigating their own journey.

Connect with Dr. Laura Anderson:

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In this episode, I sit down with Carson Ireland to dive into the journey of the Sunflower Movement Podcast—why it started and what it's grown into. We explore what it means to us to stay open, both with ourselves and with others, in a world that often pushes us to pick sides. There’s no single right way—just different paths, perspectives, and possibilities. Let’s talk about it.

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In this episode, I respond to a DM that highlights the deep-seated fears many of us carry around our bodies, desire, and relationships—especially when shaped by religious trauma. I share my personal journey in reclaiming my sexuality, how I navigate my partner’s sexuality without fear, and the ways unlearning purity culture has allowed me to feel whole. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about your own sexuality, compared yourself to others, or feared that attraction could jeopardize love, this episode is for you.

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Sex therapist & colleague I recommend: Aimee Mortensen - Worth It Counseling Lehi, UT https://worth-it.com/about/

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Loved having Mellissa back on the podcast—her depth of knowledge and compassion for those navigating religious trauma, faith deconstruction, and reconstruction is truly unmatched.

Mellissa Perry Hill, LPC, joins me for a powerful conversation where we dive into submissions from the community, unpacking the complexities of faith shifts and the resilience it takes to rebuild after religious harm. We explore the emotional, psychological, and relational challenges that come with deconstructing belief systems and discuss what healing can look like on the other side. Whether you’re in the midst of your own journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers validation, insight, and hope.

Tune into Mellissa’s previous episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/4I0MAJeVWELYzfShffe69u?si=J5FTr5F-QNur-K_nOC9Ddw

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Brainspotting continues to deeply impact my personal and professional journey. In this episode I talk about why, and the lasting effects of this powerful modality. Tune in to hear how it’s shaping my work and life in ways I never expected!

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Welcome to the Sunflower Movement Podcast! 🌻 In this episode, we’re joined by Brooke (@therapy.with.brooke) from Redbird Wellness (https://redbirdwellness.org), a holistic care center specializing in chiropractic care and mental health counseling.

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Getting really vulnerable and open on the pod today. Doing a boudoir shoot was so much more than a Valentine’s Day gift for my husband—it was a reclaiming of my body in a way I had never seen before. More than just taking photos, it was an opportunity to witness myself with love, power, and softness all at once.

Kacee (https://www.keekboudoir.com) creates an incredibly safe space to embrace your sensuality, capturing women in a way that is both powerful and deeply affirming. This experience was healing in ways I never expected, and I can’t wait to share it with you all.

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Proud of Jack’s courage for coming forward and sharing his story. He went on his Mormon mission believing it would be a time of growth and service. Instead, he endured a year of trauma under a mission president who, like so many, had no professional training—only unchecked authority. That lack of training created an environment where harm was ignored, and abuse of power thrived.

In this episode, Jack shares his story—the harm he experienced, the betrayal he felt, and why the church’s refusal to acknowledge mission trauma continues to put young missionaries at risk. The hope is that by sharing his story, others who have endured this will know they are not alone.

Follow him at @theunknownmissionary—a space where returned missionaries can share their stories, connect with others who understand, and receive the support and recognition the church refuses to provide.

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If you listen to just one episode of Sunflower Movement Podcast, let it be this one. I had the honor of speaking with Alice, whose experience growing up Mormon in Brazil is one the world needs to hear. From the colonization of her people to the racism she endured and the feelings of never being good enough, to finding profound healing through motherhood and embracing the culture she once lost, Alice’s story moved me to tears more than once.

Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of reclaiming your voice. I hope it inspires you as much as it inspired me.