Ep. 47 Healing the Wound: Treating Religious Trauma through a Christian Counseling Lens (Part 1)

What happens when the person who harms is the one you trusted to guide you spiritually?In this episode of Christ in Private Practice, we explore the painful reality of betrayal trauma when it comes from a spiritual leader, sometimes even a parent or close family member.You’ll discover:The unique impact of spiritual betrayal on mind, body, and spiritWhy harm cuts deeper when authority and family roles overlapHow to integrate faith ethically without spiritual bypassingFaith-based reframing that restores truth without minimizing painPractical, trauma-informed strategies to help clients healThis is a conversation for every counselor, leader, and believer who wants to walk with wisdom when trust in God has been shaken.🎧 Listen now and start equipping yourself to be a safe place for those who’ve been hurt in sacred spaces.➡️ Tap Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode.➡️ Share this with another counselor or friend who needs these tools.➡️ Visit ChristInPrivatePractice.com for show notes and resources.#ChristianCounseling #BetrayalTrauma #FaithAndHealing #ReligiousTrauma #TraumaInformedCareFor additional resources and to connect with a supportive community, check out our Facebook group! All relevant links are in the episode notes. Let's grow our impact together, by God's grace.