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Dr. Grisel Lopez-Escobar
PhD in Counseling · Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor offering virtual therapy to adults in 18 U.S. states
Working with people who are questioning, deconstructing, or leaving high-control religions, groups, or cults
Thought Reform / Mind Control

Psychological tactics that were used to suppress your critical thinking and enforce loyalty
You were told your doubts were “Satanic attacks,” not valid concerns.
You were warned that questioning leaders was considered rebellious, and therefore spiritually dangerous.
Potential clinical implications (especially in high control settings)
Thoughts may be constantly second-guessed, and judgment may be doubted.
Guilt or fear can accompany independent or critical thinking.
Cognitive dissonance and mental exhaustion may result from trying to unlearn manipulative beliefs.