Religious Trauma Treatment Model

The Religious Trauma Treatment Model is a structured, clinician-focused framework for understanding and treating religious trauma. Developed by Ann Russo, LCSW, MA, Theology, it is offered in two ways.

Training & Education

Learn the Model as a Clinician

Ann’s dynamic workshops and training sessions are designed for mental health organizations, universities, and healthcare teams. With a focus on inclusivity, cultural competence, and actionable strategies, Ann covers topics such as:

Empowering Pathways · Self-Paced CEU Courses – ASWB & ACE Approved

Empowering Pathways courses focus on often-overlooked topics, ensuring therapists can create truly inclusive, affirming spaces.

Counseling & Consultation

Apply the Model with Ann's Guidance

Therapy & Coaching

Ann Russo, LCSW, MA Theology, provides remote psychotherapy for clients in California and Nevada and life coaching for individuals nationwide.

Queer Identity & Faith – Support at the intersection of religion and sexuality.

1:1 Consulting for Practitioners

Ann provides personalized consultation sessions designed to empower mental health professionals at every stage of their careers.

Case Consultations – Gain deeper insights into complex cases involving LGBTQ+ individuals, ethical non-monogamy, kink, or religious trauma.

Forthcoming Book on Healing Religious Trauma

Introducing RTTM: A Clinical Approach to Reclaiming Identity and Mental Health

I am proud to be under contract with PESI, a leading provider of continuing education for mental health professionals, to publish this groundbreaking forthcoming book on religious trauma. This book introduces the Religious Trauma Treatment Model (RTTM)—an evidence-based approach designed to help clinicians and individuals heal from the lasting effects of religious trauma.

Let's Work Together

Whether you’re seeking therapy, training, or consultation, I’m here to help you grow, heal, and live authentically. Let’s connect and create a path toward empowerment—on your terms.