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This course is offered as a part of SIIMDA Soul Care's "Healing Ekklēsia Gatherings." While there is no fee associated with participating, you are invited to make a donation toward the ongoing healing work of SIIMDA Soul Care at https://www.siimdasoulcare.com/donate

What You Will Experience: 

Objective #1

Introduce participants to the concept of spiritual abuse, its effects, and the importance of a trauma-informed healing journey

Objective #2

Create space to name and validate the hurt caused by spiritual abuse and help participants identify and challenge harmful spiritual narratives

Objective #3

Equip participants with tools to manage trauma responses and build a foundation of safety

Location:

St. Thomas Episcopal Church 378 Delaware Ave Oakmont, PA 15139

Time:

6:30pm-8:00pm

Day: 

Thursday Evenings: From January 23-February 27, 2025

Your Facilitator: Dr. Dave Janvier

Dave is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist with 20 years of experience, devoted to integrating faith and psychology to create healing spaces for those in need. Called to address profound traumatic suffering and enslaving addictions, Dave specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of the traumatic impact on intimacy, sexuality, and relationships through a Christ-centered lens. With a Doctorate in Spiritual Direction and Formation and a Master’s in Professional Counseling, Dave combines his expertise in trauma therapy, Gestalt therapy, and spiritual formation to address deep wounds holistically. As the developer of the SIIMDA Soul Care model, he equips others to carry out Jesus’ healing ministry and leads retreats where participants encounter God’s transformative power. A published author in the APA Psychotherapy Journal and contributor to the Handbook of Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapies, Dave’s passion is to see individuals experience freedom and restoration in their sexuality and spiritual lives, grounded in the healing power of Jesus.

Curriculum

8 Chapters · 12 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Welcome!

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Confidentiality

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Group Consent Form

  2. 2

    Lesson 1: Understanding Spiritual Abuse

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      What is Spiritual Abuse & It's Impact

  3. 3

    Lesson 2: Understanding Trauma and Establishing Grounding

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      The Brain and Trauma

  4. 4

    Lesson 3: Power, Deception & the Church

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Diane Langberg Video

  5. 5

    Lesson 4: Personality Dynamics of Abusive Leaders

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Dr. Les Carter Video

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      The Personality Structure of An Abusive Leader

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Teaching Slides

  6. 6

    Lesson 5: Deconstructing False Narratives

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      From Deconstruction to Reconstruction

  7. 7

    Lesson 6: Reconnecting with Authentic Spirituality & Healing

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Material

  8. 8

    Course Evaluation

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      End of Course Survey: Wounded by the Church

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