People join faith communities in search of sacred relationships. Many people find their community. But some of us land in toxic religious institutions that cause distress and trauma.
I'm a pastor and a religious trauma advocate. I've created spaces for curiosity, mental wellness, and healthy community for fifteen years.
I'm a member of the National Alliance for Mental Illness. I co-facilitated a support group for families with mental health challenges through NAMI Massachusetts. I moderate the Faith Communities and Mental Health forum (FCMH) in cooperation with NAMI Central Middlesex.
FCMH is a biennial forum focused on helping faith communities build healthy communities for families with mental health challenges. I am a member of the Burlington Area Clergy group and Burlington Area Clergy 4 Justice.
I currently serve on the board for Burlington Youth and Family Services. I also work as the minister for the Burlington Church of Christ.
In August 2021, I began the Couples and Family Therapy master's program at Antioch University. I received a Master's in Christian Ministry (M.A.C.M) at Harding School of Theology and a B.A. in Bible from Ohio Valley University.
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