Organizations & Educational Resources
Many people navigating trauma, religious harm, or recovery after high control environments are searching for language, education, and community. The organizations listed here offer research, resources, and supportive spaces for learning more about trauma, healing, and life after harmful systems.
Organizations & Communities
The organizations below provide education, advocacy, research, and community support related to trauma, religious harm, body autonomy, and recovery from high control environments. They may be helpful starting points for learning, connecting with others, or finding additional resources.
Religious Trauma Institute
A research and education organization dedicated to increasing awareness of religious trauma and supporting recovery through training, research, and educational resources. Learn more
The Reclamation Collective
A nonprofit organization supporting people navigating religious deconstruction and spiritual reconstruction through community, events, and educational resources. Learn more
People Leave Cults
An educational platform focused on helping people understand and recover from high control groups, cult dynamics, and coercive environments. Learn more
Recovering from Religion
A nonprofit organization that supports people questioning or leaving religion through peer support groups, educational resources, and community programs. Learn more
International Cultic Studies Association
A nonprofit organization providing research, conferences, and educational resources related to cults, coercive persuasion, and high control groups. Learn more
Journey Free
An advocacy and education organization dedicated to raising awareness about coercive control, spiritual abuse, and cult dynamics while supporting survivor education and recovery. Learn more​
Center for Body Trust
An organization providing education and training focused on body trust, body autonomy, and recovery from diet culture and body shame. Learn more
Other Resources
Reminder
These organizations are included for educational purposes and represent a range of perspectives on trauma recovery, religious harm, and healing after high control environments.