John Dehlin
Founder and host of the Mormon Stories podcast and a PhD in clinical and counseling psychology, known for researching and supporting people in religious crisis and for work on Mormon mental health issues.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 59min
The Cult of Mormon Therapists
Join John Dehlin, founder of the Mormon Stories podcast and expert in religious mental health, as he delves into the troubling world of Mormon therapy. He discusses how normal teenage behaviors are pathologized and linked to sexual shame, revealing the detrimental impact of church-approved therapists. John explores the secrecy surrounding Mormon sexual culture, the harmful teachings that suppress female desire, and the consequences for LGBTQ members. Listeners will also hear about the rise of unethical practices and the need for ethical mental health care in this unique context.
Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 4min
Mormonism, Mental Health, and Whistleblowing with Dr. John Dehlin
Dr. John Dehlin, a clinical psychologist and founder of the Mormon Stories podcast, discusses his excommunication from the LDS Church for advocating LGBTQ rights. He shares his personal journey of faith crisis and highlights the mental health challenges within Mormon culture, including high suicide rates. Dehlin applies the BITE model to Mormonism, exploring its cult-like dynamics. He also critiques modern prophet claims and the church's financial transparency, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue in fostering mental well-being.
