Peggy Sharr is a licensed clinical psychotherapist, author, and survivor whose remarkable life story forms the heart of her book, "Surviving the Family Kingdom." Raised in her mother's cult, a chaotic and abusive environment, Peggy endured years of trauma, spiritual manipulation, and family dysfunction. Despite facing immense adversity, including being denied a basic education, Peggy found the courage and strength to rebuild her life, pursue higher learning, raise a functional family, and ultimately become a therapist dedicated to helping others heal.