Episode Summary on The Religious Trauma Collectiv
Join us in this enlightening episode of Beyond the Surface as we explore the multifaceted topic of religious trauma in Australia and New Zealand. Joined by Jane Kennedy and Elise Heerd, both therapists and we are all co-founders of the Religious Trauma Collective. Together, we discuss the significant launch of this collective, which aims to provide community, support, and understanding for individuals impacted by religious trauma. The collective is committed to building a registry of trauma-informed practitioners, offering support to those seeking help, and creating a resource hub that showcases local stories and memoirs.
Our conversation highlights the cultural and geographical nuances specific to Australia and New Zealand. Stressing the need for therapists who resonate with these unique religious contexts. The conversation explores the significant gap in practitioners’ knowledge of language used in high-control environments and the need for safe, inclusive spaces for individuals navigating their faith journeys. Finally, we highlight the excitement surrounding the creation of training programs for those supporting others through trauma, inviting feedback from our community to ensure our efforts meet the needs of our audience.
Ways To Connect
We would love to connect with you; below are the main ways to reach out.
The Religious Trauma Collective
- Visit our website – https://www.thereligioustraumacollective.com/
- If you are a practitioner working with religious trauma; why not join our registry?!
- We are also on Instagram & Facebook
Listen To Our Stories
Links are to Spotify, but you can listen on all podcast platforms.
- Sam – ‘Me, Myself & I’
- Jane – ‘The Sentimental Non-Believer’
- Elise – ‘The Former Good Christian Girl’