The Divorcing Religion Podcast

Betsy Nuismer - Relationships

DIVORCED: Christian fundamentalism

BETSY NUISMER - MA, LPC, Certified EFT Therapist, attained her Masters degree in 2014 and became a marriage therapy specialist. She and her husband, Scott, own a private practice called Hope Heals Counseling. They also run a nonprofit called West Michigan Marriage Center. Together, they aim to help those who lack the access or ability to attend marriage therapy. 

I love this statement from Betsy: One of the best parts of my work is when I get to see couples move from the pain of disconnection into the feeling of trust, hope and love - with their most significant person. 

In this episode, Betsy shares the pain of questioning and releasing cherished beliefs and why authenticity is so important in relationships.

FIND BETSY:
WestMichiganMarriageCenter.com
Information about EFT:
https://www.eftresourcecenter.com/emotionally-focused-therapy-eft


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Lia Dugal - Calvary Chapel Survivor
Divorced: Fundamentalist Christianity

CW: Suicidality, abuse.

My guest today is actress and entrepreneur Lia Dugal. Lia’s experiences with religious trauma occurred while she attended Calvary Chapel in the USA. 

In her continued efforts to help unwind the effects of trauma, she has created a short film called “I Am Fine,” inspired by the suicide of a queer friend who was shamed by Christian beliefs. By sharing her story, Lia hopes to shed light on practices that have wounded many and been hidden for too long. 

In this episode, Lia provides some background information on Calvary Chapel, as well as sharing her own experiences and the motivation behind her film.

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www.cafegirlproductionsinc.com
Personal instagram: @bornagainwiccan
Business instagram: @CafeGirl11  

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Mick Larson - WWJD on Election Day
Divorced: Christianity

CW: Politics, reproductive rights

Mick Larson is a documentary film producer and director. His work is focused on social justice, politics, religion & evolutionary psychology. 

Today we discuss three of Mick’s documentaries:

What Would Jesus Do On Election Day?" The series is currently available at www.wwjd.vote and will soon be available on Amazon and Apple streaming platforms. Given the upcoming election in the USA, I recommend watching this series immediately and sharing it with the conservative Christians in your life. 

"America's Abortion Fetish: Conservatives Need to Control Women and Uphold Patriarchy." This documentary examines conservatives’ use of the fetus as a trojan horse to control women’s sexuality and reproductive rights. The trailer can be viewed at www.abortionfetish.com

"Alpha God," based on the book "Alpha God" by Dr. Hector Garcia, exploring why God is male and the historical ramifications of this creator male God. You can watch the trailer at www.alphagod.world

Websites
www.micklarson.org
www.wwjd.vote
www.abortionfetish.com
www.alphagod.world
(https://youtu.be/Wqe69IqWoBE)
https://open.spotify.com/show/63ipaIalDU8qImWImZY15q?si=c4ab404447ae4e40

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Andreya Jones, Ph.D., LCSW, CST - From MK to Sex Therapist
Divorced: Fundamentalist Christianity

CW: CSA, sexuality, and Purity Culture

Andreya grew up in a conservative, evangelical community and was an MK in Papua New Guinea and Senegal, West Africa. Andreya has a doctorate in clinical sexology, is a licensed clinical social worker, and is an AASECT-certified sex therapist who owns a private practice in Pennsylvania. 

In the process of deconstructing from Christian evangelicalism and becoming the person she was meant to be, Andreya decided to devote her time and energy to helping other women who have had similar experiences. 

Passionate about helping clients navigate their relationships, sexuality, and pleasure, Andreya has recently completed a book about purity culture and female sexuality, written for therapists who work with women from this specific population. 

Andreya has the privilege of living with and loving her two rambunctious kids, bulldog, and wife. 
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www.andreyajonescounseling.com
https://www.facebook.com/andreyajonescounseling/

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Amie Myrick - Media & Self-care
Divorced: Organized religion

TW: References to sexual abuse by religious and institutional authorities

Amie Myrick is a Maryland licensed clinical professional counselor. She graduated with her master’s degree in counseling from Johns Hopkins University. She is the owner of New Phase Counseling and Consulting, LLC, and a lead analyst at National Association for County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) where she oversees CDC-funded projects aimed at increasing community’s capacity to reduce and prevent adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and related outcomes. 

Today we are discussing the resource Amie helped create, called A Survivor Guide to Mastering Media: Understanding Reactions & Caring for Self. 

Amie is an ACE Interface Master Presenter in the state of Maryland and a national Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) facilitator and technical assistance provider. She has been invited to train community members and professionals on trauma-related topics throughout the country and has presented at local, national, and international conferences for nearly years on topics related to trauma and advocacy. 

In addition to her clinical and training work, Amie is a research and training consultant for groups interested in infusing trauma-informed approaches into their work, building parenting and therapist-based skills, and learning more about comprehensive treatment for populations affected by trauma. She has unique clinical training in complex trauma, expertise in trauma-informed practices, policies, and treatment, and training in virtual, in-person, and hybrid facilitation, training methods, and implementation practices. 

RESOURCES:

The Survivor Guide can be found here: changetheconversation.org

FIND AMIE: newphasecc.com

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Trisha Wilkerson - Religion & Diet Culture
DIVORCED: Mars Hill Evangelicalism

As a certified Health and Nutrition Coach and published author, Trisha is dedicated to assisting individuals in improving their connections with food, their bodies, and themselves. By fostering compassionate curiosity and advocating an anti-diet philosophy, she creates a safe environment for clients to shift their anxieties concerning food, fitness, and other healthy practices towards inner peace. 

Trisha is currently working on her second book titled "Already Good: How Religion and Diet Culture Exploit Our Human Quest for Meaning and Belonging." 

Having spent 20 years in Evangelical Ministry and as a Pastor’s Wife, she left the Church a decade ago and has since been gradually shedding most of the beliefs she once espoused and taught. 
Trisha is co-founder of The Aftermath Agency-- a collaborative private practice centering whole health care in Edmonds, WA. She lives with her husband, Mike and 4 young adult children.

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https://www.theaftermathagency.com/
https://www.instagram.com/trisharwilkerson/

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Teddy Hose - Gun Worship in the Unification Church
DIVORCED: Unification Church (the Moonies)

Teddy Hose is an artist, writer, and public figure on the topic of cults, after growing up in the Unification Church, or “Moonies,” of the late Sun Myung Moon. 

He has appeared on Netflix’s Explained: Cults episode and How to Become a Cult Leader, as well as A&E’s Cults and Extreme Belief, which featured the cult’s splinter group (Rod of Iron Ministries) who worship with AR-15s.

With Teddy’s parents being early, respected members of the Unification Church, his family lived close to the Moon family estate in Tarrytown, NY. 

Teddy often highlights how the Moons pay far right political figures like the Trumps to participate in their events; and the cult’s founding of The Washington Times, which is also behind OAN, or One America News network.

Teddy now lives in Brooklyn where he works in video and motion graphics, while making informative social media videos about cults, in addition to his own multimedia art. 

FIND TEDDY:
TikTok: @2dhose
Instagram, X, Bluesky: @teddyhose
 Facebook: @teddyhoseworks
 Website: teddyhose.com

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Michelle Fischler, a trailblazer in the realm of sex therapy, is renowned for her innovative approach to fostering sexual wellness and education. As a Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist and ASTO Certified Sex Therapist, she seamlessly blends her expertise with her role as a dynamic therapist, interviewer, and speaker. A highlight of her work is her biweekly podcast, GETSOME.

Through her virtual sex therapy practice and the creation of the Unlearning Sexual Shame sex education module, Michelle provides a platform that encourages transformative conversations about sex, sexuality, gender, and pleasure. Her aim is to dispel the shadows of shame and promote a more inclusive and enlightened perspective on sexual health.

Discover more about Michelle and her work by visiting GETSOME.ca, and stay connected by following her on Instagram @getsome_podcast.

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Korrenne Jensen - Intersection of ADHD and Religious Trauma

Korrenne (Kory) Jensen is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario. Areas that she works in include religious trauma, ADHD, and grief. She also works with populations that include front of line healthcare workers, first responders, and indigenous individuals. 

Kory is the clinical director of Afterglow Psychotherapy and additionally enjoys growing on social media with a page called unconditionally.healing that explores mental health with humor and vulnerability. 

FIND KORY:
www.afterglowpsychotherapy.com
@afterglow.psychotherapy (instagram & facebook)
@unconditonally.healing (instagram & tiktok)

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Tia Levings - A Well-Trained Wife
Divorced: Christian fundamentalism

CW: Brief reference to CSA

My guest today is author Tia Levings, who describes herself as “an author exploring anti-fundamentalism after church-sanctioned domestic abuse in high-control religion.” Tia appeared in Shiny Happy People on Amazon Prime, and her memoir, A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy, is coming out with St. Martin’s Press in 2024.

In our conversation today, Tia and I discuss various aspects of Christian fundamentalism and how it negatively impacts women, especially. 

Tia Levings writes about the realities in Christian fundamentalism, evangelical patriarchy, and religious trauma. She is also a podcaster, speaker, and content strategist. She’s been quoted in Salon, the Huffington Post, and Newsweek, and appeared in the hit Amazon docu-series, Shiny Happy People. Based in Jacksonville, Florida she is mom to four incredible adults and likes to travel, hike, paint, and daydream. Find her on social media @TiaLevingsWriter. Her memoir, A Well-Trained Wife, releases with St. Martin’s Press on August 6th, 2024.

FIND TIA:
https://tialevings.com/
TikTok  @tialevingswriter
https://tialevings.substack.com/

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