Episode Summary
In this episode, Michelle shares her story of growing up in a non-traditional Southern Baptist environment and how it shaped her sense of self. While her experience didn’t always match mainstream ideas of the Southern Baptist, it still carried its own form of control and complexity. Through honest conversation, we explore how religious identity can look different for everyone and how stepping away from it can open the door to deeper self-understanding. This episode is a reminder that faith journeys are rarely simple, and there’s power in questioning what we’ve been taught and captures the voices of those who have bravely transitioned from oppressive religious backgrounds such as the Southern Baptist.
Who Is Michelle?
Michelle F. Moseley is a licensed clinical mental health counsellor providing therapy in North Carolina, USA. Her experience in spiritual abuse and trauma includes navigating the complexities associated with a Southern Baptist background. She specialises in working with individuals who have experienced spiritual abuse and religious trauma, having her own lived experience of both. Michelle’s work also includes HAES-aligned body image services, adult ADHD/Autism assessments, and educational workshops for a variety of audiences.
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- Find out more about Michelle via her website – https://michellefmoseley.com/
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- Also check out The Religious Trauma Collective