Therapist and relationship coach Karen Gwaltney shares her journey through an evangelical upbringing, her crisis of faith, and her work in therapy focusing on religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and healthy relationships. Discover how a shift in spiritual perspective can foster greater self-trust, acceptance, and relational health.
Resources:
- Karen’s Website – https://www.karengwaltney.com
- Karen’s Gentle Approach to Sex Talks – https://www.karengwaltney.com/parent-coaching
- Facing Codependence by Pia Melody – https://www.amazon.com/Pia-Melody/e/B001LHF4UO
- The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck, M.D. – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0743243153
Topic Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Karen Gwaltney and Her Background
02:54 Exploring Evangelical Upbringing and Its Impact
05:21 Transitioning Between Different Church Denominations
07:34 Theological Interests and Crisis of Faith
10:07 Understanding Religious Trauma and Spiritual Abuse
12:15 The Role of Therapy in Healing
14:54 Deconstructing Faith and Rebuilding Identity
17:15 Near-Death Experiences and Their Influence on Faith
28:58 Exploring Near-Death Experiences and Consciousness
33:31 Embracing Humanity and the Human Experience
40:24 Understanding Boundaries in Religious Practice
46:09 The Importance of Comprehensive Sexuality Education
51:48 Reconstructing Faith and Spiritual Practices