Healthy Relationships & Religion

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.comKaren’s Gentle Approach to Sex Talks - https://www.karengwaltney.com/parent-coachingFacing Codependence by Pia Melody - https://www.amazon.com/Pia-Melody/e/B001LHF4UOThe Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck, M.D. - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0743243153Topic Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Karen Gwaltney and Her Background02:54 Exploring Evangelical Upbringing and Its Impact05:21 Transitioning Between Different Church Denominations07:34 Theological Interests and Crisis of Faith10:07 Understanding Religious Trauma and Spiritual Abuse12:15 The Role of Therapy in Healing14:54 Deconstructing Faith and Rebuilding Identity17:15 Near-Death Experiences and Their Influence on Faith28:58 Exploring Near-Death Experiences and Consciousness33:31 Embracing Humanity and the Human Experience40:24 Understanding Boundaries in Religious Practice46:09 The Importance of Comprehensive Sexuality Education51:48 Reconstructing Faith and Spiritual Practices