Betrayal Trauma Recovery - BTR.ORG

BTR.ORG Coach Sharon shares how spiritual abuse effected her. Although spiritual abuse can be subtle, Coach Sharon experienced intense spiritual abuse.

If you’re experiencing spiritual abuse, we’re here for you, check out our BTR.ORG Group Session Schedule.

Similarly, The BTR.ORG Living Free Workshop helps women seeking to reclaim anything about themselves from their faith to their goals, gain autonomy after spiritual abuse. 

Effects Of Spiritual Abuse

Anne: I’ve invited Coach Sharon, part of our BTR coaching team to come on today’s episode. Sharon and I have be...

Divorcing a narcissist is a nightmare. Anne Blythe, M.Ed. continues her heartfelt conversation with June from the BTR Community one year after she shared the first part of her story. Here the next chapter of her journey divorcing a narcissist.

If you need support while experiencing narcissistic abuse, learn about BTR Group Sessions here.

This episode is Part Two of Anne’s interview with June:

He Blamed Me for the Emotional Abuse – June’s Story Part 1

Divorcing A Narcissist – June’s Story Part 2 (THIS EPISODE)

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June’s One...

One reason women can’t figure out the truth in their marriage is that their emotionally abusive husband blames them. Has he blamed you for his emotional abuse? When June found BTR.ORG Group Sessions and received the support she needed, she realized it wasn’t her fault.

In this episode of the podcast, Anne Blythe sits down with June, a member of The BTR.ORG Community, to discuss the emotional and psychological abuse that June endured during her marriage and the continued manipulation and control after her separation. June is the mother of four children with spec...

In the early days of her marriage, Lynea attributed problems with her husband to normal relationship challenges or her husband’s culture. Lynea finally realized she was experiencing betrayal trauma.

If you’re wondering how to recover from betrayal trauma, you’re not alone. Recovery from betrayal trauma is possible. If you need support, we’d love to see you in a BTR.ORG Group Session TODAY.

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Anne: Welcome Lynea. Let’s start at the beginning of your story. How would you define your husband’s behavior at first? Did you give any reasons...

In this episode of The BTR.ORG Podcast, host Anne Blythe speaks with J.R. about her struggles after discovering her husband’s infidelity and emotional abuse. They discuss problems that can occur in religious and legal frameworks, and the possible impact of complementarian ideas. The conversation underscores the resilience required to confront and navigate emotional and spiritual abuse.

BTR.ORG is here for you, learn about our Group Support Sessions.

This episode is Part Three of Anne’s interview with J.R.

Part One: My Husband Says I’m the Problem. Is He Rig...

Many women married to emotionally abusive men wonder, “Is my husband holding me back?” Understanding the signs that your husband may be sabotaging your personal progress is crucial in taking steps toward a healthier, more empowered life.

Sarah, a member of the BTR Community used the The BTR.ORG Meditation Workshop to make progress. In this episode Anne talks to Sarah about overcoming the ways her husband held her back to reach her goals.

Using Meditation To Overcome What’s Holding You Back

Anne: Sarah recently enrolled in The BTR.ORG Meditation Workshop and sh...

Fairy tales showcase the double standards confining women. Fairy tales often vilify women’s anger, undermine their pursuit of financial independence, and set unrealistic expectations.

These biases shift the focus from abusers to women, making them see themselves as the problem. Join Anne and Jane Gillmore as they continue their discussion about misogyny and fairy tales.

This episode is Part Two of Anne’s interview with Jane Gilmore

Part One: 5 Ways Fairy Tales Brainwashed Women Not To Recognize Abuse

Part Two: The Double Standards Confining Women In Fairy Tales (This Episode)

Did you know the underlying themes in fairy tales brainwash women and girls to not recognize abuse? 

Fairy tales are, of course, a staple of many childhoods, offering stories of magic, adventure, and often, (apparently?) love conquering all. However, a closer examination reveals an unsettling undercurrent: these tales inadvertently lead women and girls to not recognize abuse. 

This episode is Part One of Anne’s interview with Jane Gilmore

Part One: 5 Ways Fairy Tales Brainwashed Women Not To Recognize Abuse (This Episode)

Part Two: The Double Standards Confining Women In Fairy Tale...

Have you ever asked, “Is it wrong to want to leave my emotionally abusive husband?” Many women in the BTR community yearn for emotional and psychological safety. If you’re asking yourself this same question here are some things to consider: 

This episode is Part Two of Anne’s interview with Karen DeArmond Gardner.

Part One: The Fear of Starting Over and How to Push Through It

Part Two: I Want to Leave My Emotionally Abusive Husband (This Episode)

1. What would you tell someone else if they asked?

Pretend like you’...

If you don’t want a divorce, there are several alternatives to consider. The fear of starting over can be a major hurdle. After 30 years of emotional and psychological abuse, a survivor shares her story. 

This episode is Part One of Anne’s interview with Karen DeArmond Gardner.

Part One: I Don’t Want A Divorce. But I Don’t Know What Else I Should Do (This Episode)
Part Two: I Want to Leave My Emotionally Abusive Husband

I found myself thinking, “What am I going to do? What’s going to happen?” I wa...