I started After Faith following my own experience of leaving Islam. Being an ex-Muslim created a lot of challenges for me, and after taking time to heal from my own religious trauma and loss of faith, I realised there is not a lot of support for people who are experiencing faith-related difficulties.
If you are wondering how therapy with me can help you, here are some of the faith-related issues I can help with:
If you would like to find out if I am the right therapist for you, I offer a free, no obligation 15-minute call. All my sessions take place via Zoom or telephone.
Are you ready to move beyond the conflict and confusion? Ready to heal and build a life that feels truly your own?
Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation. Let's chat briefly to see if we're a good fit. This is a no-obligation way to ask questions and get a feel for how I work.
All queries are replied within 24hrs.
Working together in therapy offers you:
A Safe, Non-Judgmental Sanctuary: A confidential space where you can openly discuss anything – the doubts, the fears, the anger, the relief – without fear of judgment or repercussion.
Expert Guidance Through Religious Trauma: Benefit from therapy grounded in understanding the specific dynamics of high-control groups, deconstruction, and the psychological impact of leaving faith.
Tools to Overcome Guilt & Shame: Learn practical techniques based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to challenge unhelpful thought patterns and manage difficult emotions.
Rediscover Your Authentic Self: Explore your values, interests, and aspirations outside the confines of religious doctrine, fostering a stronger sense of self and increased self-esteem.
Understanding the “Why”: Gain insight into how past experiences and teachings shaped your current fears and anxieties, empowering you to break free from their hold.
Support from Lived Experience: As someone who has navigated their own journey of deconstructing the religion they were born into, I bring a layer of firsthand understanding to my professional expertise [Note: Phrase this according to client comfort level. It’s a powerful benefit but needs to be authentic.].
An Active, Collaborative Approach: This isn’t passive listening. We work together. I will listen deeply, offer insights, challenge gently when needed, and equip you with skills to become your own guide long after therapy ends. We focus on real work and tangible change, not quick fixes or wishful thinking.
I was interviewed for New Humanist’s feature ‘Breaking Free From Faith’. I was one of the therapists talking about helping people leave religious groups and build their own belief systems.
