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Dr. Grisel Lopez-Escobar
PhD in Counseling · Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
LPC / LMHC · Licensed Mental Health Counselor offering virtual therapy to adults
Working with people who are questioning, deconstructing, or leaving high-control religions, groups, or cults
Licensed in AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, ID, IN, LA, ME, MA, OR, SC, TX, UT, VT, WI & WY
Religious Trauma
Emotional or psychological harm caused by religious abuse or control
You experience depression, anxiety, or identity confusion related to your religious past.
You fear trusting others or institutions after being hurt by a religious community.
Potential clinical implications (especially in high control settings)
Trauma symptoms such as panic, flashbacks, or numbness may develop.
Trust issues and difficulty with belonging may persist.
Withdrawal from community may serve as a protective response to past harm.