Healing for Survivors
Help for Loved Ones

Since 1976, cult expert Steve Hassan has helped people with destructive cults, mind control, brainwashing, parental alienation, estrangement, unethical hypnosis, abusive relationships, human trafficking, multi-level marketing, violent extremism & other forms of undue influence.

Leading Cult Specialist Steven Hassan Speaks at TEDx 2018

EXPERIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING

Although cults and other forms of undue influence affect hundreds of thousands of Americans at any given time, resources are extremely limited for those exiting destructive environments. Freedom of Mind Resource Center provides critical help for those in need.

Exit Guidance – acute, intensive care with people who understand cults and the damage they cause
Professional Training – increasing the stock of mental health professionals and first responders across the nation who can help identify and assist people being exploited
Education – understanding cult tactics makes people less vulnerable to recruitment

It’s your mind, only you should control it!

RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR:

PEOPLE EXITING HARMFUL GROUPS/RELATIONSHIPS

The first weeks and months after leaving a cult situation can be extremely challenging, as the former member must rebuild a life while reconnecting with their authentic self. We work with ex-members to accelerate their recovery, build a strong sense of self-mastery, connect to their personal goals, and build strong, healthy relationships.

Learn more on our Healing and Recovery Services page.

CONCERNED LOVED ONES

It can be devastating to watch someone you know and love fall into a destructive situation – whether a religious cult, abusive and controlling romantic relationship, or radical political enclave. We offer educational resources as well as specialized personal consulting services for people worried about their loved ones in dangerous situations.

Visit our Help For A Person In Trouble page for more information and to connect with our team.

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Training for therapists, social workers, and others in the mental health profession rarely covers the specifics of helping a person exiting a cult. Our experts have decades of experience in a narrow and delicate field, and we want to share that knowledge far and wide.

See our Speaking and Training page for more information and to sign up for updates on webinars and other training opportunities.

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Destructive cults and undue influence are a serious public safety concern. We offer specialized training to help law enforcement officials understand and identify victims of human trafficking, violent extremism, and other risks to the community.

See our Speaking and Training page to learn more and set up a training workshop in your area.

THE CURIOUS

You don’t have to be personally affected by cults and undue influence to want to know more! Education can serve as a powerful inoculation against abuse and manipulation, so we encourage anyone with an interest to read about the experiences of people in destructive cults, how to spot when a friend or family member could be a victim, and learn about the path back to self confidence and the authentic self.

Check out Steve Hassan’s books for further reading, or dig into the blog page.