In this episode, Christina talks to Dr. Laura Anderson about religious trauma, how it manifests in the body and mind, and the steps survivors can take to heal. They discuss the harmful impact of high-control religious environments, the effects of purity culture, and the disconnect many survivors experience from their bodies. Laura shares her personal story of leaving a high-control religion, her journey to becoming a trauma therapist, and practical tips for nervous system regulation, building internal safety, and reconnecting with oneself.

About Dr. Laura Anderson
Dr. Laura Anderson is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach, religious trauma consultant, and educator with over a decade of experience. She specializes in supporting survivors of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, cults, and high-control systems. Laura is the author of When Religion Hurts You: Healing from Religious Trauma and the Impact of High-Control Religion. She is also the co-founder of the Religious Trauma Institute and the founder of the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery. Her mission is to provide trauma-informed resources for survivors and those working to support them.

Website: drlauraeanderson.com
Instagram: @drlauraeanderson
Religious Trauma Institute: religioustraumainstitute.com
Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery: traumaresolutionandrecovery.com
Instagram (CTRR): @traumaresolutionandrecovery

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