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Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
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Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
RELIGIOUS TRAUMA THERAPY
Religious trauma therapy in Nashville, Tennessee
Autonomy-honoring therapy for adults healing from religious trauma, by secure telehealth across Nashville and Tennessee — at your pace, on your terms.
Fear, guilt, or shame that still runs your decisions
IS THIS THERAPY RIGHT FOR YOU?
A good fit if faith left a painful mark
Trauma-informed therapy that untangles shame and fear conditioning
ACT-informed values work to rebuild a self-led, autonomous life
Boundary and identity work that never pressures you toward or away from belief
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW THIS THERAPY WORKS
What religious trauma therapy involves
When a faith community uses fear, shame, control, or spiritual authority in harmful ways, the effects can outlast the belief itself — showing up as anxiety, self-doubt, difficulty trusting your own judgment, or a body that braces at anything religious. Religious trauma therapy is a structured, trauma-informed way to understand those patterns and to loosen the shame and fear conditioning underneath them.
Your clinician blends trauma-informed approaches with ACT-informed values clarification, boundary work, identity rebuilding, and compassion-focused skills, so you can separate what was taught under pressure from what you actually believe and want. The aim is not to argue you into or out of faith, but to restore your sense of safety, self-trust, and the freedom to choose your own path.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT RELIGIOUS TRAUMA
1 in 3
of U.S. adults have experienced religious trauma in their lifetime
Source:
1 in 5
of U.S. adults may currently have major religious-trauma symptoms
Source:
37%
of U.S. adults personally know someone affected by religious trauma
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Low-pressure to start, led by you
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Free 15-minute consult.
We listen to what you're carrying and answer questions — no judgment about your beliefs.
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We work through shame and fear and rebuild identity, boundaries, and self-trust.
You're paired with a clinician who respects your autonomy and sets the pace with you.
Get matched and begin.
Rebuild on your terms.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FAS/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Licensed, affirming, clinically reviewed
Your therapy is provided by licensed Tennessee clinicians experienced with religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and faith transitions, who work from a stance of respect for your autonomy. Care is clinically supervised and reviewed — you work with someone trained in this area, not a generalist with an agenda.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Autonomy-honoring and evidence-based
Because we're independent and out-of-network, your care follows your goals and beliefs — not a denomination, a doctrine, or an insurer's limits.
You're matched with a clinician experienced in spiritual abuse and faith transitions, using trauma-informed approaches — not advice-giving.
Care is affirming — in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth statewide, so you can speak freely from a space you choose.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Will you try to talk me into or out of my faith?
No. Religious trauma therapy is about your wellbeing and autonomy, not your beliefs. Whether you stay, leave, or redefine your faith is entirely yours to decide — our role is to help you heal the fear, shame, and self-doubt so the choice is genuinely free.
Is therapy online, or do I need to come in person?
ScienceWorks provides religious trauma therapy in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth to clients across Tennessee. Many speak openly online from a private space; in-person sessions in Nashville are available if you prefer.
What does therapy cost, and will insurance help?
We review fees, scheduling, and any out-of-network reimbursement options before you commit, so there are no surprises. Many clients use FSA or HSA funds or monthly superbills; we'll walk you through what applies to your situation.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY
2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.