Laura E. Anderson

Dr. Laura E. Anderson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery, shares her journey from a strict Christian upbringing to healing from religious trauma. She discusses her experiences with spiritual abuse and explores how political figures can trigger deconstruction. Laura emphasizes the unique aspects of religious trauma, the importance of grief in rebuilding relationships, and cautions against viewing atheism as a one-size-fits-all solution. Her insights provide a valuable perspective on navigating the complexities of faith and trauma.

Dr. Laura E. Anderson, a psychotherapist and religious trauma coach, discusses trauma in the body and the impact of high-control religious environments on identity and relationships. The conversation explores manipulation, self-doubt, leaving abusive institutions, and the challenges of setting boundaries and seeking help.