Showing posts with label Video - Kelly. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Video - Kelly. Show all posts

Feb 23, 2024

From Deprogramming to the Intervention 101 Approach: The Evolution of Cult Intervention

"As the knowledge base of cults, manipulation, and control has expanded, so too has the awareness that intervention is often more complex than at first it might appear. Many cult interventionists have become aware that, in addition to the manipulative and coercive tactics utilized by high control groups, there is often a mental health component that needs to be understood and addressed in order for the intervention to succeed. Our approach begins with an in-depth assessment of the family system to evaluate whether intervention is appropriate at a particular time, what part of family dynamics might be contributing to the situation, and who in the family could be helpful during intervention. For all of these reasons we have found it valuable to collaborate with a mental health professional for a more comprehensive understanding of the overall picture. This talk will explore the development of our family-centered, non-confrontational, respectful approach to understand and effectively respond to the complexity of a loved one’s cult involvement. Vignettes from our cases will be presented to illustrate how this collaboration has enhanced our effectiveness as cult interventionists."

​CultMediation.com / Intervention101.com  how to effectively respond to the complexity of a loved one's cult involvement.

CultRecovery101.com renewing individual choice.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=JaIl32ZquEA

Sep 13, 2023

Deprogramming to the Intervention 101 Approach: The Evolution of Cult Intervention

Deprogramming to the Intervention 101 Approach: The Evolution of Cult Intervention



"As the knowledge base of cults, manipulation, and control has expanded, so too has the awareness that intervention is often more complex than at first it might appear. Many cult interventionists have become aware that, in addition to the manipulative and coercive tactics utilized by high control groups, there is often a mental health component that needs to be understood and addressed in order for the intervention to succeed. Our approach begins with an in-depth assessment of the family system to evaluate whether intervention is appropriate at a particular time, what part of family dynamics might be contributing to the situation, and who in the family could be helpful during intervention. For all of these reasons we have found it valuable to collaborate with a mental health professional for a more comprehensive understanding of the overall picture. This talk will explore the development of our family-centered, non-confrontational, respectful approach to understand and effectively respond to the complexity of a loved one’s cult involvement. Vignettes from our cases will be presented to illustrate how this collaboration has enhanced our effectiveness as cult interventionists."


Jun 9, 2023

PATRICK RYAN AND JOE KELLY - TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION & CULT INTERVENTION

Want to learn how to levitate? Cult Interventionists and Founders of Cult News 101, Patrick Ryan and Joe Kelly, talk about their work with ICSA (the International Cultic Studies Association), how levitation played into their experiences with Transcendental Meditation, early cult deprogramming and why it was problematic, how most people leave cults of their own volition, and why exploring someone's beliefs are better than attacking them.


Learn more about Patrick and Joe's work here:

cultrecovery101.com

cultmediation.com 

cultnews101.com 

If you have your own story about cults, high-control groups, manipulation, or abuse of power, shoot us an email at trustmepod@gmail.com

Feb 2, 2022

The Dynamics of Cult Involvement


The Dynamics of  Cult Involvement - Jon Atack
January 29, 2022

Pat Ryan and Joe Kelly have worked helping people exit and recover from cults for many years. In this week's video, they join Jon to talk about the nature of authoritarian control, the nostalgia some people hold for the early days of their involvement, and how no two experiences are ever the same.

Sep 8, 2021

Advice for would-be interventionists - with Pat Ryan and Joe Kelly

jon atack, family & friends
February 5, 2021

A talk on the tricks and traps of helping people exit authoritarian groups, with noted interventionists Patrick Ryan and Joseph Kelly.


Jan 16, 2021

Helping someone to leave an authoritarian group or abandon destructive beliefs



Jon Atack
January 2, 2021

Helping someone to leave an authoritarian group or abandon destructive beliefs. Cult intervention specialist Joe Kelly also talks with Jon about the difficulties of his profession.

Jan 3, 2021

Helping People Escape Authoritarian Cults - with Joseph Kelly

Jon Atack, Family & Friends
January 2, 2021

Jon Atack: Helping someone to leave an authoritarian group or abandon destructive beliefs. Cult intervention specialist Joseph Kelly also talks with Jon about the difficulties of his profession.



Dec 16, 2020

Moving Beyond the Guru, with Joe Kelly




Jon Atack, Family & Friends
December 15, 2020

"Joe Kelly spent nine years in Transcendental Meditation and then five more with a rival swami, who convinced his former TM followers to sue for refunds from that group. This led to Joe meeting Margaret Singer, who helped to begin to rethink his involvement. For many years, Joe has worked helping members of authoritarian groups to rethink their involvement."


May 5, 2020

ICSA History Collection Interview of Clark, Kelly, Ryan

International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA)
May 5, 2020


Robert E. Schecter, PhD, interviewed three exit counselors on October 27, 2018 as part of a series of interviews designed to illuminate ICSA’s history. David Clark, Joseph Kelly, and Patrick Ryan discuss their personal cultic experiences, how they became involved in the field, the nature of their work, and their views on ICSA and its future.



Feb 14, 2020

Building Bridges; Leaving and Recovering from Cultic Groups and Relationships



Building Bridges; Leaving and Recovering from Cultic Groups and Relationships: (Patrick Ryan and Joseph Kelly)

ICSA Workshop Day 1 -- Saturday, February 8th -- Recovery Issues After Leaving an Abusive Church. Workshops aimed towards addressing the specific needs of former Jehovah's Witnesses and others recovering from spiritual abuse. A variety of topics will be covered to help former members identify psychological challenges that may arise when they leave the faith.

The History of Mass Therapy With its Roots in Mind Dynamics Institute, Misuse of Zen Insights, and Hyping the Positive Thinking of New Thought Religion








"MIND FIXERS: The History of Mass Therapy With its Roots in Mind Dynamics Institute, Misuse of Zen Insights, and Hyping the Positive Thinking of New Thought Religion." (Joseph Kelly, Joseph Szimhart, Patrick Ryan)

International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) Virtual Summer Conference

July 11, 2020



The title for this presentation, “MIND FIXERS: The History of Mass Therapy With its Roots in Mind Dynamics Institute, Misuse of Zen Insights, and Hyping the Positive Thinking of New Thought Religion,” covers a vast arena for specialized workshops that range from one day to several weeks. Borrowing techniques from encounter group formats, military boot camp training, and the mindfulness movements, these specialized groups operate as unregulated mass therapy businesses and are not licensed as mental health professions. The stated purpose of these “large group awareness training” is to increase self-realization and success in life. The outcomes, however, are problematic with some critics claiming that a form of “brainwashing” is taking place that emphasizes promotion of the workshops while any real-life gains are highly questionable. Some participants report psychological and social harm. The speakers will guide a discussion to address the criticisms.

Jan 28, 2020

Building Bridges; Leaving and Recovering From Cultic Groups and Relationships

Joseph Kelly and Patrick Ryan
International Cultic Studies Association
October 10, 2019

Topics discussed include:

Assessing a family’s unique situation; understanding why people join and leave groups; considering the nature of psychological manipulation and abuse; being accurate, objective, and up-to-date; looking at ethical issues; learning how to assess you situation; formulating a helping strategy; learning how to communicate more efficiently with your loved one; learning new ways of coping.



Dec 30, 2019

Building Bridges; Leaving and Recovering From Cultic Groups and Relationships


Joseph Kelly and Patrick Ryan
International Cultic Studies Association

Topics discussed include: Assessing a family’s unique situation; understanding why people join and leave groups; considering the nature of psychological manipulation and abuse; being accurate, objective, and up-to-date; looking at ethical issues; learning how to assess you situation; formulating a helping strategy; learning how to communicate more efficiently with your loved one; learning new ways of coping.