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Meet our unique and specialized education team that helps you learn how to treat religious trauma and cult abuse.

meet our team

Meet our unique and specialized education team that helps you learn how to treat religious trauma and cult abuse.

Calling All Therapists & Clinicians

We Teach therapists how to treat religious + cult trauma with approachable coaching

Calling All

Therapists & Clinicians

We Teach therapists how to treat religious + cult trauma with approachable coaching

I'm Dr. Quincee

When I first left my rigid religious environment, I felt completely overwhelmed with the idea of trying to find a therapist that understood the inner workings of culty groups and had the tools to help support my mental health. Turns out there wasn't many therapists out there advertising services for religious trauma. Thankfully, things are changing. More and more clients are reaching out to therapists wanting very specific support in overcoming their cult abuse or religious trauma.

So I created a space for therapists to learn how to treat religious and cult trauma. I researched, learned from experts, and listened to others that had been in culty groups.

And now, I'm bringing that space to you. If you are a therapist, clinician, or supportive healer wanting to better understand the psychology and recovery of religious and cult trauma, then this space is for you.

Everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to untangle the twisted web of manipulation they endured in these groups. We can help you become a competent clinician through at-your-own-pace memberships, courses, and one-on-one coaching.

I'm Dr. Quincee

When I first left my rigid religious environment, I felt completely overwhelmed with the idea of trying to find a therapist that understood the inner workings of culty groups and had the tools to help support my mental health. Turns out there wasn't many therapists out there advertising services for religious trauma. Thankfully, things are changing. More and more clients are reaching out to therapists wanting very specific support in overcoming their cult abuse or religious trauma.

So I created a space for therapists to learn how to treat religious and cult trauma. I researched, learned from experts, and listened to others that had been in culty groups.

And now, I'm bringing that space to you. If you are a therapist, clinician, or supportive healer wanting to better understand the psychology and recovery of religious and cult trauma, then this space is for you.

Everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to untangle the twisted web of manipulation they endured in these groups. We can help you become a competent clinician through at-your-own-pace memberships, courses, and one-on-one coaching.

I'VE DISCOVERED

You don't have to navigate difficult religious and cult trauma cases alone...

...you can learn the indoctrination tactics used by toxic groups, finally feel competent in helping survivors untangle their unhealthy experiences, and get back to the business of creating safety in the therapy room again.

You are on a mission to help your clients in powerful ways and we are here to help!

I'VE DISCOVERED

You don't have to navigate difficult religious and cult trauma cases alone...

...you can learn the indoctrination tactics used by toxic groups, finally feel competent in helping survivors untangle their unhealthy experiences, and get back to the business of creating safety in the therapy room again.

You are on a mission to help your clients in powerful ways and we are here to help!

I'VE DISCOVERED

You don't have to navigate difficult religious and cult trauma cases alone...

...you can learn the indoctrination tactics used by toxic groups, finally feel competent in helping survivors untangle their unhealthy experiences, and get back to the business of creating safety in the therapy room again.

You are on a mission to help your clients in powerful ways and we are here to help!

I'VE DISCOVERED

You don't have to navigate difficult religious and cult trauma cases alone...

...you can learn the indoctrination tactics used by toxic groups, finally feel competent in helping survivors untangle their unhealthy experiences, and get back to the business of creating safety in the therapy room again.

You are on a mission to help your clients in powerful ways and we are here to help!

our educators

Religious trauma and cult abuse recovery education that's approachable.

megan johnson, phd

Specializes in religious trauma and complicated family relationships. Dr. Johnson helps people feel safe in group dynamics again, all while better understanding their relational attachment styles. She's one of the lead educators at Traumastery and a powerhouse of empowering information.

Quincee gideon, psyD

Specializes in religious trauma and cult recovery. Dr. Quincee works with cult survivors in her practice and then teaches therapists how to better understand religious trauma in the therapy room. She's the lead educator at Traumastery and here to help you feel competent in your clinical work.

Elizabeth Jewitt, Ba

Specializes in helping make coaching and education a seamless process at Traumastery. Elizabeth is our Coaching Matchmaker and runs all of our digital education programs behind the scenes.

our educators

Religious trauma and cult abuse recovery education that's approachable.

megan johnson, phd

Specializes in religious trauma and complicated family relationships. Dr. Johnson helps people feel safe in group dynamics again, all while better understanding their relational attachment styles. She's one of the lead educators at Traumastery and a powerhouse of empowering information.

Quincee gideon, psyD

Specializes in religious trauma and cult recovery. Dr. Quincee works with cult survivors in her practice and then teaches therapists how to better understand religious trauma in the therapy room. She's the lead educator at Traumastery and here to help you feel competent in your clinical work.

Elizabeth Jewitt, Ba

Specializes in helping make coaching and education a seamless process at Traumastery. Elizabeth is our Coaching Matchmaker and runs all of our digital education programs behind the scenes.

ways to work with us

Religious trauma and cult abuse recovery education that's approachable.

A Year of Non-magical thinking for therapists

We help you understand what your religious trauma and cult survivor clients experienced, how they can repair after cult trauma, and ways you can support their ongoing recovery. Join us for education, a monthly consultation group, client resources and tools and so much more. Start now and feel competent in your clinical treatment.

A year of non-magical thinking for survivors

Do you have clients that are desperate to understand what happened to them in their culty group? Dr. Quincee walks survivors through 12 months of education to help them understand what happened in their religion and/or cult. If your clients are wanting more psychoeducation in between session, this membership was made for them. Join us now and help your client get un-overwhelmed with cult and religious trauma recovery.

our approach

Here's a look at how we work with religious trauma and cult recovery.

We have free resources on our blog

our approach

Here's a look at how we work with religious trauma and cult recovery.

We have free resources on our blog

Stages of Deconstruction

Religious Trauma| Cult Recovery

March 06, 2023•2 min read

Stages of Deconstruction

Deconstruction from religion is a process that many people go through when they begin to question their belief system. The stages of deconstruction can vary from person to person, but some common stages include:

1. Doubt

This stage begins with questioning certain aspects of one's religion or faith. It may be sparked by a conflict between personal beliefs and religious teachings, or it may arise from exposure to new ideas that challenge traditional beliefs.

2. Disillusionment

As doubts persist and are not resolved, disillusionment can set in. This stage is characterized by a sense of disappointment or loss as one realizes that their religious beliefs may not be as firm or absolute as they once thought.

3. Deconstruction

During this stage, individuals begin to dismantle their religious beliefs and examine them critically. They may research and explore different perspectives, seeking to understand why they believe what they do and whether those beliefs are truly valid.

4. Reconstruction

In this stage, individuals begin to piece together a new understanding of spirituality or a higher power, often incorporating elements of their old belief system with new concepts and ideas.

5. Acceptance

Finally, individuals come to a place of acceptance, where they are comfortable with their new beliefs or lack thereof, and feel at peace with their newfound understanding of spirituality or the absence thereof.

Though these stages may occur in sequence, they are not always linear or predictable, and individuals may revisit earlier stages multiple times before coming to a final resolution.

Survivors: Do you want your deconstruction process to be more grounded and rooted in knowledge? We have a curated education platform for religious trauma and cult survivors, where I walk you through the ins and outs of deconstruction and recovery. Join us for A Year of Non-Magical Thinking today.

Dr. Quincee Gideon

Dr. Quincee specializes in helping former cult members and religious trauma survivors regain a sense of independence and understand their painful experiences inside these groups.

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