Women’s Circle (Online)

Coming soon

Facilitators

Recognize the Signs of Abuse

Spiritual abuse can manifest in various forms, including manipulation, control, intimidation, or exploitation under the guise of spiritual guidance.Learn to identify red flags such as excessive control, isolation from friends and family, emotional manipulation, or any form of physical, sexual, or financial exploitation.

Trust Your Instincts

If something feels wrong or uncomfortable, trust your instincts. Spiritual settings should promote personal growth, well-being, and empowerment, not fear or submission.It's essential to recognize that spiritual leaders or communities should not coerce individuals into actions or beliefs that go against their core values or make them feel unsafe.

Seek Support from Trusted Individuals

Reach out to friends, family, or professionals who can provide emotional support and guidance. Isolation is a common tactic used in abusive situations, so maintaining connections with others is crucial.If possible, connect with individuals who have experienced similar situations or seek the assistance of support groups and organizations specializing in abuse recovery.

Educate Yourself on Healthy Spirituality

Familiarize yourself with healthy spiritual practices and understand the principles of a positive, empowering spiritual environment.Healthy spirituality encourages personal growth, autonomy, and a sense of community. Educating oneself on the characteristics of a positive spiritual experience can help individuals distinguish between genuine spiritual growth and manipulative tactics.

Empathy & Compassion

We approach every individual with empathy and compassion, recognizing the unique challenges they may face in the aftermath of spiritual abuse.

Empowerment

We believe in empowering individuals to reclaim their personal agency, fostering a sense of strength and self-determination in their journey toward healing.

Inclusivity

We embrace diversity and inclusivity, providing a safe space for individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and belief systems to share their experiences and learn from one another.

Education & Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness about spiritual abuse through education, ensuring that individuals have the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions on their spiritual journeys.

Community Support

We cultivate a supportive community where victims, survivors, and those seeking knowledge can connect, share, and find solace in knowing they are not alone.

Integrity & Transparency

We operate with integrity and transparency, valuing honesty in all our interactions and communications.

Continuous Learning

We foster a culture of continuous learning, adapting our approach based on evolving understanding and insights into the complexities of spiritual and non-spiritual abuse.

Advocacy for Change

We advocate for systemic change to address and prevent abuse, working towards a world where everyone can pursue their spiritual journey free from manipulation and harm.

Resilience

We celebrate the resilience of individuals who have overcome spiritual abuse, acknowledging their strength and determination in rebuilding their lives.

Confidentiality & Privacy

We prioritize the confidentiality and privacy of individuals seeking support, creating a secure environment for open communication and healing.

Fernanda Baraybar

If you ask me why we created this project I can say that nothing inspires me more than seeing women and girls find their inner power. I can speak to you about the abuse I’ve witnessed, the spiritual hypocrisy of gurus, shamans or spiritual teachers that I’ve seen continuing the pattern of abuse and re-traumatization. But the truth is, I am here because throughout my experience I always wished to have an organization that could support me through these difficult experiences. A place that could give me guidance, validate my experience, and help me through the darkness in order to become the strong, assertive woman I am today.And for this reason, we have created this space. For all the people that have wished for the same.I am here, not only to help empower you through your spiritual journey, but also to present myself as a safe space. To let you know you are not alone.Together we can rise into a world where our “no” is respected. Where we are assured when entering a safe space. Where our healing is revered and our goddess nature is known to all.I love you. I see you. Here, you are safe.Shaman, Transpersonal Psychologist M.D. (2025), Activist, Artist.
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Juliana Arango

From being witness to countless women afraid to voice their experience with men in leadership positions within communities proud to walk a medicine/spiritual path, this project was born.There are tornados of truth blowing up, taking massive force, calling me to join forces with other feminine leaders in hopes of rectifying misuses of power and establishing ethics + integrity in the spiritual space.As a medicine woman, transpersonal therapist, transformational coach, yoga instructor, energy worker, and ritual ceremonialist, I hold a responsibility to protect life.The sexual abuse happening behind closed doors creates invisible wounds that need tending. Haramara Sal Sanctuary is a salve for women to have their stories shared with the world at large. Join our workshops and community to make sense of your experience by releasing shame and reclaiming power.Sacred Union is being restored inside of every person and relationship called to embark on a conscious path. I am here to call both women and men in, to the ways they abandon the true self through radical responsibility and truth-telling.Non-judgment, compassion, empathy, and rivers of forgiveness are my flow. May we rise up into unity consciousness by descending down into murky terrain. Let’s get to work, the Great Mother beholds!

Cristina

My name is Cristina, I have been trained as a Trauma Informed and Sensitive Yoga facilitator. I am a survivor of sexual abuse and I have been through different therapies that have helped me to feel safe, connected and compassionate with my body and live a healthy, present, authentic life. My healing path grants me the mission to accompany other people who have gone through trauma in their lives. One of the most powerful tools I have discovered is the methodology of Trauma Sensitive Yoga.I know how much it can harm us to remain silent, unfortunately trauma is still taboo, we don't speak up about it for various reasons; however, the less we want to talk about trauma, the greater our individual and collective pain will be. That is why when I learned about, studied and integrated the methodology of Trauma Sensitive Yoga into my life and the spaces I facilitate, I realized what a powerful healing tool it is on an individual and collective level. One of my dreams is that all people, institutions, universities, governments, holistic spaces, hospitals, etc; know about the trauma-informed approach, to avoid retraumatization at all costs.Creator of anti-racist, decolonial, trauma-informed content in @espaciosuyai/Activist/Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator.

Daphne Rose