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Transformational Analysis and Religious Experience.

Christian Gostečnik^1,2, Tanja Repič Slavič^3,4, Tanja Pate^3,4

¹Department for Marital and Family Therapy, Psychology and Sociology of Religion, Faculty of Theology, University of Ljubljana, Poljanska cesta 4, 1000, Ljubljana, Slovenia. christian.gostecnik@guest.arnes.si.

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Therapy can profoundly change religious beliefs, especially for individuals with early developmental trauma. This healing process can resolve complex issues and reshape one

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Theology
Trauma Studies

Background:

Deep-seated trauma can distort an individual's perception of religion and God.
The therapeutic process involves exploring vulnerable inner experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine how the therapeutic relationship can alter religious perceptions.
To understand the impact of therapy on individuals with a history of severe childhood abuse.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of therapeutic interactions.
Exploration of patient narratives regarding trauma and religious beliefs.

Main Results:

Therapeutic engagement can lead to a radical shift in religious outlook.
The therapeutic relationship facilitates the resolution of complex psychological issues.
Individuals with early developmental trauma show significant changes in their relationship with religion.

Conclusions:

Psychotherapy can fundamentally transform religious and spiritual beliefs.
Healing from trauma through therapy can redefine one's connection to God and religious concepts.
The findings are particularly relevant for survivors of severe childhood abuse.