Presentation at the National Association of Social Workers Arkansas Chapter
Here's a sneak peek into the different subjects I cover:
1. Why Fear Makes Us Say 'YES' When We Should Have Said 'No'
2. Why People Stay?
3. How To Help Your Clients Develop The Courage And Clarity To Say 'No' When They Know That Is the Wisest Choice For Them"
Unique Ways to Reach Out to Loved Ones Involved in Cultic Groups​
This paper is based on a presentation at Support for the Pacific Rim, a conference cosponsored by ICSA.  Cultic groups, as I use the term in this paper, refer to groups that exercise high levels of control over members’ behavior, thoughts, and emotions, and that tend to separate members from the world outside the group, including families and friends. Some of these suggestions are the result of my own research over the years. Many arise from working with families who have tried different phrases and techniques to communicate effectively with their loved ones in cultic groups, and then were able to evaluate which ones worked better than others. A significant amount of information has also come from former cult members who shared what worked, what their loved ones tried with more success, what phrases felt comfortable to their ears, and which approaches felt safe.
Why Fear Makes Us Say "Yes" When We Should Have Said "No"
This paper is the content of a talk I gave at the International Cultic Studies Association conference in Kentucky in June of 2023. This subject is for anyone including those who have gotten involved in a cult, in a controlling relationship, in multi-level marketing, in a corporation that demands all your time and devotion, or in any situation where you feel it would not be safe to say "No".
5 Signs of an Emotionally Manipulative Partner
​Are you wondering if you or someone you know is with a manipulative partner? If so, here are 5 things to look for to help you know.
Do I Have A Safe Therapist?
I work with many people who are trying to heal from having had difficult and questionable experiences with their counselors in the past.
Here is a guide to help you understand what might have gone wrong and how to keep yourself safer in the future when you pursue counseling.​
Am I Dating A Narcissist?
The word narcissist is used very often now and it has become confusing to know if you really are with someone who has this disorder. It is different than just being with someone who is manipulative or self-centered. Here are some specific things to look for to help you know.