The Couch Next Door
Happy Hour meets Therapy on The Couch Next Door. Each episode blends real conversations, laughter, and a touch of courage as we dive into life’s messy, beautiful, and downright unpredictable moments. From relationships and mental health to personal growth and everything in between, we’re here to keep it real, relatable, and refreshingly honest. Each episode is hosted by Candice Fraser, a licensed professional counselor with a distinctive approach to therapy and a mission to inspire and equip her audience through compelling stories and conversations within the mental health landscape. Candice's couch is a comfortable place to learn how to care for ourselves and those around us well. Come hang out!
The Couch Next Door
Between Belief & Betrayal: Understanding Spiritual Abuse & Religious Trauma (with Christi Garner-Bragg, LMSW)
Christi Garner-Bragg an advocate for justice in various spaces including Louder than Silence & Sacred Wilderness to discuss the complexities of religious trauma and spiritual abuse. We discuss the challenges individuals face when their faith is intertwined with harmful experiences, the importance of community support, and the need for curiosity in the healing journey.
Find Christi:
Book Recs (There were too many, I created a Google Doc so not to leave any off the list!)
Other Podcasts/Resources:
The Couch Next Door: Untangling Faith
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