This episode features Krispin Mayfield, a therapist, author, and podcaster specializing in religious trauma and attachment. Our conversation explores the psychological and developmental impacts of growing up in high-control religious environments, specifically focusing on white Evangelicalism in the United States.

Learn more about Krispin's work at https://www.strongwilledproject.com/.

I'm back after a long break, interviewing cult intervention specialist and founder of People Leave Cults, Ashlen Hilliard. Learn more about her work here: https://www.peopleleavecults.com/

In this episode I interview a close friend, Cody Moncrief, who navigated church as a neurodivergent, introverted queer person growing up in the south.

This week I'm interviewing licensed therapist and author, Dr. Mark Gregory Karris about his new book, The Diabolical Trinity: Healing Religious Trauma from a Wrathful God, Tormenting Hell, and a Sinful Self. See more about Mark's work here: https://markgregorykarris.com/

I'm interviewing my own sister, Twyla Axelson, who's also a therapist and a mom of two. We're discussing how parents can raise children in religious communities without perpetuating religious trauma. Learn more about Twyla's work here: https://doubleoakcounseling.com/

I co-host this episode with Josh to interview our dear friend, Natalia, to talk about her experience as a person of color in a predominantly white, conservative church culture.

I'm kicking off season 2 with author and coach, Linda Kay Klein, to talk about what purity culture is and how it relates to religious trauma recovery. Check out her book, Pure: Inside the Evangelical Movement that Shamed a Generation of Young Women and How I Broke Free. More info on Linda's work at: https://lindakayklein.com/

In our season one finale, Anna and Marcus discuss highlights of this season's episodes and talk about the importance of intentional empathy as we navigate the complexities of religious trauma, religious abuse, and building inclusive religious communities.

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