Have you been hurt by the church? Maybe you have experienced abuse at the hands of clergy or a minister? Or maybe you are part of a marginalised group often discriminated against by the church. This episode with Sam and Jane, Religious Trauma therapists is for you.

Today’s episode is a double whammy, because Religious Trauma is the speciality of both host Sam and guest Jane.

In today’s episode we explain what religious trauma is, how it presents and what some of the causes are including spiritual bypassing. We discuss why lived experience is so important in the religious trauma space. We both share parts of our own stories and talk about the impact on the queer community.

Sam is a Queer Therapist specialising in Religious Trauma - currently offering therapy locally to Goulburn, NSW and online worldwide (except US & Canada)

Working from a trauma informed and lived experience stance, and understanding the profound impact that religious experiences can have on individuals, Sam is here to provide an accepting and non-judgmental space to explore your inner world.

Sam will be releasing her new workbook “Embracing Queerness and Faith” early 2024 which she is hopeful will bring an internal sense of authenticity and freedom to many.

You can connect with Sam on website – www.anchoredcounsellingservices.com.au

 Or via social media – www.instagram.com/anchoredcounsellingservices

Jane Kennedy is a Sydney-based Counsellor. She has lived experience of religious trauma and is committed to supporting people as they leave church and/or faith.

She brings language and framing for the complexities of religious trauma to the counselling space and together we have begun to create a network of other Australian and New Zealand therapists to broaden knowledge among those working with affected clients.

 Jane has written her story, an e-book, The Sentimental Non-Believer, on Loving & Leaving God. Her course, Freedom from Religious Trauma will be available in 2024.

 To learn more about Jane and her practice via her website - https://janekennedycounselling.com.au/

 Or connect with on social media – www.instagram.com/janekennedycounselling