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Rebuilding confidence after leaving a controlling or religious environment can feel disorienting—like you're trying to make decisions...

How high-control religious environments can shape our sense of self—and our struggle to say no. If you’ve left a rigid or high-control...

If you’ve stepped away from a faith tradition—or are in the middle of religious deconstruction—you’ve probably heard this phrase more...

Religious trauma  can shake the foundation of how we see ourselves and where we belong in the world. When you've been taught that your...

Complex PTSD ( C-PTSD ) is a form of trauma that develops after prolonged exposure to distressing or controlling environments. Unlike...

Anxiety  is something we all experience from time to time—it’s our mind’s way of keeping us alert to potential threats. But when anxiety...

Religious beliefs can provide comfort, community, and a sense of purpose. But for some, religious experiences—especially those rooted in...

If you’ve experienced religious trauma, you may be wondering what therapy looks like and whether it can actually help. Religious trauma...

Leaving a high-control religious environment can feel like stepping into a whole new world—one where your body doesn’t always seem to get...

Have you ever felt caught between wanting to make your parents proud and living life on your own terms? Maybe you’ve felt that being a “...

Have you ever felt like love and obedience were tangled together? In some religious environments, the line between love and obedience can...

While religion offers comfort to many, certain religious systems can cause pain. Understand what religious trauma is and how it develops.

A lot of people think childhood struggles only count if they involve extreme neglect or obvious abuse. That belief can stop folks from...

Anxiety is often thought of as constant worry, racing thoughts, or feeling panicked—but it can manifest in other ways you might not...

Anxiety is normal, natural, and necessary for survival; but, for some, anxiety can be experienced very intensely, very frequently, and it...

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, but the good news is that it’s also highly treatable. Research has identified...

Struggling with unpredictable panic attacks? Learn how to move through panic attacks faster with 5 practical, science-backed strategies.

Understand why we feel guilty, what triggers it, and how to respond effectively.

Using these tools can help you respond more effectively when anxiety feels overwhelming.

Anxiety keeping you up at night? Discover simple tips to calm your mind, ease into rest, and finally get the sleep you need.