E15 Confronting the Line Between Self-Help & Cults w/ Dr Glenn Patrick Doyle of SEEK Safely

In this conversation with guest, Dr Glenn Patrick Doyle, licensed psychologist and board president of SEEK Safely, we dive into the complexities of self-help culture, exploring its potential benefits and pitfalls.

Check out the SEEKSafely SUMMIT ⁠https://ilumn8.life/op/the-seek-safely-summit/⁠

We discuss the allure of self-help, the psychological dynamics that can lead individuals into high-control groups, and the fine line between genuine transformation and exploitation. The conversation also highlights the importance of critical thinking and awareness in navigating the self-help landscape, as well as the mission of SEEK Safely to create a safer environment for seekers. The discussion culminates in an announcement about the upcoming SEEK Safely Summit, aimed at educating consumers and promoting ethical practices in the self-help industry.

ABOUT Dr Glenn Patrick Doyle

Dr. Doyle entered the psychology field because of his interest in self-help and personal growth. He earned his Doctor of Psychology degree in 2008 and has been in private practice since 2011. Dr. Doyle’s clinical work has focused on inpatient and outpatient treatment of complex trauma, particularly adults who were abused or traumatized as children. He has presented multiple times at the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation and the American Psychological Association. Dr Glenn is passionate about making effective, safe, empowering psychological and behavioral tools available to as many people as possible and uses his social media @drdoylesays to reach a wider audience. He joined the SEEK board in 2019 and became Board President in 2021. #SEEKSafely

RESOURCES & LINKS

Get Dr Glenn’s awesome insights by following @DrDoyleSays on your favorite Socials

You can also read up on his blog site https://useyourdamnskills.com/

Check out https://www.seeksafely.org/ or the SEEKSafely SUMMIT https://ilumn8.life/op/the-seek-safely-summit/

Read Anne’s Book Is This A Cult: Confronting the Line Between Exploitation and Transformation https://a.co/d/7uoGYRs

If you or someone you know is wrestling with recovery after being involved in a high-control group, relationship or any organization, check out the Healthy Healing and Recovery Group w/ Rachel Berstein https://ilumn8.life/op/lgat-recovery-group/

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