Hoodwinked with Dr. Mara Einstein Hoodwinked with Dr. Mara Einstein

Getting Out: Cult Recovery, Religious Trauma, and How to Help Someone Leave

Feb 3, 2026 · 41m

Summary

Dr. Mara Einstein interviews Dr. Tanya Johnson, a mental health counselor and ex-Mormon, about leaving high-control groups. They discuss the "shelf break" moment, religious trauma, and how to support loved ones in cults through patience rather than argument. Dr. Johnson also shares insights on helping clients reclaim personal authority and avoid new controlling structures.

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