Therapy for Religious Trauma in Maryland and Texas
I have expertise working with the complexity of religious trauma including but not limited to:
Untangling shame and fear-based beliefs
Learning to trust your inner voice again
Healing perfectionism and people-pleasing patterns
Reconnecting with your body and emotions
Processing spiritual abuse and high-control environments
Exploring identity outside of rigid expectations
Setting boundaries without guilt
Making space for grief, anger, and mixed feelings about faith
Developing self-compassion after years of self-judgment
Living with religious trauma often means navigating a world that may not fully understand what you’ve been through. You may carry the impact of fear-based teachings, high-control environments, or relationships where your voice and autonomy were not fully supported. Experiences of shame, hypervigilance, or difficulty trusting yourself or others can add layers of complexity to everyday life. You deserve care that honors these experiences—and supports you in building a sense of safety, self-trust, and meaning.
For perfectionists and people-pleasers, religious trauma and CPTSD can bring unique challenges. You may feel pressure to be “good enough,” avoid disappointing others, or live up to expectations that no longer fit who you are. Speaking up for your needs may feel uncomfortable or even unsafe. You might struggle with self-criticism, anxiety in relationships, or uncertainty about your identity and beliefs. Therapy can be a space to gently explore these patterns, untangle old messages, and learn how to relate to yourself with more compassion and authenticity.
As someone who has done my own work around religious trauma, I understand the deep emotional impact these experiences can carry. I know how confusing and isolating it can feel to question long-held beliefs, find your own voice, and learn to trust yourself again. Alongside my professional training, my personal experience allows me to offer a space of genuine empathy and connection—where you don’t have to over-explain or minimize what you’ve been through.
Together, we can explore ways to process the impact of religious trauma, reconnect with your inner voice and your body, and build a life that feels more grounded and aligned with your values. Growth doesn’t mean having all the answers—it means creating space for self-trust, clarity, and possibility.