Religious Deconstruction in Grants Pass, OR: Healing With Honest Exploration

Have you ever found yourself wondering if your beliefs are truly your own or a result of your upbringing? Maybe you grew up attending church every Sunday, and it’s become more of a habit than anything else. Or perhaps you still pray five times a day, but the words don’t mean anything anymore.

For some, this way of life is perfectly acceptable. However, it may be time to look deeper and find your own truth. At True Course Counseling, we provide compassionate support for those undergoing religious deconstruction in the Grants Pass, Oregon, area. Whether you’re recovering from spiritual abuse or seeking to redefine your identity outside of a rigid faith system, you don’t have to walk this path alone.

What Is Religious Deconstruction?

Religious deconstruction, also called religious trauma therapy, is the process of examining, questioning, and sometimes dismantling inherited religious beliefs. For many, it is not about abandoning faith, but about sorting through harmful teachings, reclaiming one’s autonomy, and finding authenticity. Religious deconstruction is especially helpful for those who have found themselves traumatized by the teachings they grew up with, addressing the emotional, psychological, and relational wounds caused by:

High-control religious environments

Fear-based doctrines

Purity culture

Spiritual manipulation

Exclusion due to identity

These experiences can lead to anxiety, depression, guilt, loss of identity, or isolation from community.

Our Approach to Religious Deconstruction

Inspired by groups like the Religious Trauma Institute, True Course Counseling provides a safe and affirming therapeutic environment. Through religious deconstruction done entirely online, our clients in Grants Pass work to reclaim their identities, establish boundaries, and learn to trust again. Ready to reconnect with your authentic self? Schedule a session today to receive personalized support. Our telehealth therapy is available throughout the state of Oregon, and we accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP), ALLCARE, and CareOregon for the convenience of our clients.

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“I feel so comfortable with Saffee. She doesn't make me feel judged and I finally feel heard.”
- Anonymous

“I feel comfortable and heard. Juliana helps me organize my thoughts and feelings. I’ve made a lot of progress of putting boundaries in place and protecting my peace.”
- Anonymous

“Hayley is a blessing. She brings wonderful perspective, and helps me process whatever I have going on.”
- Anonymous

“I feel that Megan allows me the opportunity to really lead what I need to talk about.”
- Anonymous

“Haley offers me new perspective on patterns in my life and helps me dig into how I actually feel about something, which I'm not able to do on my own. She has put effort into understanding my thinking and habits and is able to point out areas where I could reframe my mindset or expectations of others.”
- Anonymous

“Haley is very easy to talk to and she is able to provide multiple approaches to dealing with issues.”
- Anonymous

“To me, Megan takes into consideration what is important in my life, and instead of suggesting removing things that are meaningful but difficult, makes suggestions on lowering my stress around those things. When she does see my growth, which is often harder for me to see, she will point out how I may have reacted to a situation or trigger a year or two ago, and then helps me see for myself the growth in my reaction, my boundaries, etc”
- Anonymous

“Laura has been a great asset to myself and my peers. As an experienced LSCSW she has provided important tips, tricks, and technical training to assist us in ever better patient care. She has a wonderful attitude and is pleasure to work with!”
- Samuel G.

“I feel like Laura “gets me.” I feel like she understands me and my feelings and my goals and when I am confused about things in my life she presents different perspectives that help me understand situations and other people better. She’s gone through a lot with me and I feel very well taken care of. There’s a lot of history and trust there.”
- Anonymous

“I really feel like Megan understands me. She just gets it.”
- Anonymous

“I really value leaving the appointment with phrases and ideas to recall when I’m dealing with a challenge. I think the most helpful thing I’ve gained working with Laura is better coping skills and communication skills.”
- Anonymous

“I enjoy Megan's open mind and also how she never seems frustrated or unhappy when it takes me several rambling sentences to try to get to a point. She also asks excellent follow up to clarify things and does not appear annoyed when she asks if I am talking about feeling X, and I have to say no, it is more like Y. I feel respected even when talking about very difficult things.”
- Anonymous

“I’ve known of Laura’s clinical work for over a decade. She has always practiced with integrity and with a strong level of clinical expertise. Clinicians under her leadership at True Course Counseling, practice and follow the same principles she exhibits as a clinician. If you’re looking for a strong clinician to support you in your change process give them a call.”
- Reggie J.

“Saffron makes therapy seem doable. I was really nervous when I first started, but now I look forward to every appointment. It is hard, but good hard.”
- Anonymous

“Life Changing.”
- S. W.

“Maggie listens to me and helps provide prospective on issues. We set achievable goals. I feel valued and heard when I work with Maggie.”
- Anonymous

“Megan has always been clearly committed to taking things at my own pace, which has helped me feel empowered—like I’m leading my own healing journey while knowing I have guidance.”
- Anonymous

“Laura has been able to provide fantastic solutions that have helped me better address my anxiety and improved the communications in my relationships. Laura does a fantastic job of really listening and ensuring progress is being made in a meaningful way.”
- Anonymous

“Haley uses the IFS approach very effectively, resonates with me in addressing my OCD and my broader challenges. Haley empowers me by putting me in control of my progress, guiding me to find my own answers. Haley has the ability to reflect back the person I hope to become, offers encouragement and support to achieve this vision.”
- Anonymous

“I was in a really hard place. Haley really helped me see things differently and now I feel so much better. Thanks Haley.”
- Anonymous

Religious Deconstruction in Grants Pass, OR: Healing With Honest Exploration

What Is Religious Deconstruction?

Our Approach to Religious Deconstruction

Self-Pay and Insurance Accepted

In-Person Therapy in Kansas City and Telehealth Available in Kansas, Missouri, and Oregon

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