Blogs from the Therapists of Healing House Nashville

How to Tell If It's Faith or OCD: Understanding Religious Scrupulosity
Nicole Nelson Nicole Nelson

How to Tell If It's Faith or OCD: Understanding Religious Scrupulosity

Religious Scrupulosity OCD uses the values and faith that are most important to us to create fear and internal chaos. Whether you consider yourself currently religious or you’re healing from past religious abuse, this type of OCD can feel especially confusing and scary. Learn more about how to tell the difference between religious devotion and OCD symptoms; and where to get help when you need it most.

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Grief After Leaving Religion: What High-Control Religion Took From You
Nicole Nelson Nicole Nelson

Grief After Leaving Religion: What High-Control Religion Took From You

After leaving high-control religion, most of us experience a wide spectrum of emotions. One that tends to take some time before showing itself is grief. When we’re able to hold it, grief often appears in the form of what we could have had, who we could have been, and what we’re still missing now.

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Am I in a High-Control Religion?
Nicole Nelson Nicole Nelson

Am I in a High-Control Religion?

Whether you’re wondering if you’re in a high-control system, trying to find a new spiritual community that’s safe, or recovering from past harm, understanding the signs of a high-control religion can help you make sense of what you’re noticing.

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