This week Jeremy is joined by returning guest Emily Maynard to unpack the ethical complaints against Dr. Laura Anderson, a prominent figure in the deconstruction space. Together they explore the nuance between licensed therapy and coaching, the risk of recreating harmful power dynamics after leaving evangelicalism, and how survivors can cultivate discernment without falling into learned helplessness. The conversation weaves through personal experience, professional ethics, and cultural accountability to offer a thoughtful roadmap for navigating murky online spaces.
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