Martella, Michael - profile

Information on cults, cultic groups, psychological manipulation, psychological abuse, spiritual abuse, brainwashing, mind control, thought reform, abusive churches, extremism, totalistic groups, new religious movements, alternative and mainstream religions, group dynamics, exit counseling, recovery, and practical suggestions for those affected by or interested in these subjects.

Information on cults, cultic groups, psychological manipulation, psychological abuse, spiritual abuse, brainwashing, mind control, thought reform, abusive churches, extremism, totalistic groups, new religious movements, alternative and mainstream religions, group dynamics, exit counseling, recovery, and practical suggestions for those affected by or interested in these subjects

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Michael Martella, MFT

Michael Martella, MFT, is a licensed family therapist. He was raised in a Bible-based cult for 24 years, and left in 1984. He has lectured, written, and facilitated in Cult Survivor Recovery. He also provides counseling and expert training in domestic violence treatment in San Diego, California.

Contributions by author

Conference 2004 AB: Draft Agenda
Conference 2004 GA: Events Overview
Conference 2006 CO: Conference Handbook with agenda, bios, & abstracts
Conference 2007: Brussels Home - Bruxelles Page d'acceuil
Conference 2008: Philadelphia home
Conference 2009: Geneva, Switzerland home
Martella, Michael - profile

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