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Religious Trauma Fieldnotes

Elise Heerde, Sam Sellers

Elise Heerde (she/her) is a Mental Health Practitioner and Certified Coach who helps people recover from religious trauma and cultic systems. Co-director of Religious Trauma & Cults (RTC).

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  • Elise Heerde

    Elise Heerde (she/her) is a Mental Health Practitioner who helps people recover from religious trauma and cultic systems. Co-director of Religious Trauma & Cults. *Any examples do not represent specific identifiable individuals or families.

  • Sam Sellers

    Queer & Poly Dog Mum | Navigating Life Post-Church | Therapist | Specialising in Religious Trauma, Cult Recovery & LGBTQIA+ Community | Co-Founder of Religious Trauma & Cults (RTC)

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