Despising The Shame

15/05/2026

[This story is for all who have experienced things that none of us should ever experience]

The House With Many Rooms

There once was a person who lived in a house with many rooms.

From the outside, the house looked whole. The windows were intact, the door stood upright, and smoke still curled from the chimney. But inside, it was different. Some rooms were filled with noise—rushing winds of anxiety, echoing footsteps that never quite settled. Other rooms were heavy and dim, where the air barely moved and everything felt slow and far away.

The person did their best to live in the house. [continue reading here: www.heartthoughts.co.uk/post/the-house-with-many-rooms

20/04/2026

10 days remaining of the early bird rate if you are thinking of booking onto this training. Looking forward to our time together in May. Ric.

www.heartthoughts.co.uk/training

TRF is a Two Day (3 Phase) In-depth Training in the Foundations of Trauma Informed Recovery delivered from an Integrated Professional and Christian Perspective. For Counsellors, Pastoral Teams, Social Workers, Teachers/LSA's, Mentors, Parents and Mental Health Professionals at all levels.​​​​

Ric will be joined by a number of qualified mental health practitioners who will support the delivery of the training material, facilitate group work and the experiential components of the course.

www.heartthoughts.co.uk/training

Professional CPD that integrates the best in modern Psychotherapeutic Concepts and Skills with transformational Christian Insights on Healing and Wholeness.

06/02/2026

Integrating the best in modern Psychotherapeutic approaches with transformational Christian insights on healing and wholeness.

04/08/2025

Escaping Po*******hy Addiction – This post is for Christians and all who struggle.

14/07/2025

There are wounds the eye can’t see. Wounds that burrow deep into the body, soul, and spirit — invisible, yet shaping everything. When s*x is twisted into abuse, it doesn't just harm a moment in time. It fractures identity. It distorts desire. It leaves a scar on how we see ourselves, how we expe...

09/06/2025

If you haven’t seen it already, Joanne’s story is a powerful, honest, and God-honouring testimony of recovery from repeated s*xual abuse throughout different stages of her life, as well as from the eating disorder and physical illness that resulted from her trauma.

Joanne starts her story 17mins into the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeB5Ve59HL8&t=1036s

Psalm 23: 1 - 6 (ESV)Philip DickeyTestimony: Joanne AikenOriginally Preached 08-Jun-2025-PM

12/05/2025

A wee reminder that doors open at 7pm. We're really looking forward to welcoming you to 'Honouring Your Story' this Wednesday evening (14th May) hosted by Cullybackey Elim Church. Doors open at 7pm and we'll have refreshments ready. You can still register here if you've yet to do so: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

This evening is for those with a story of s*xual, physical or emotional trauma. An opportunity to continue the journey of healing through quiet reflection, prayer, hearing the stories of others and opportunities to access professional and pastoral support.

A safe and unpressured space. Register here: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

08/05/2025

Just under one week to go and it's not too late to register: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

This evening is for those with a story of s*xual, physical or emotional trauma. An opportunity to continue the journey of healing through quiet reflection, prayer, hearing the stories of others and opportunities to access professional and pastoral support.

A safe and unpressured space. Register here: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

03/05/2025

Hi Everyone, as we move closer to May 14th and intentionally create a safe space for those with an abuse background, I'd really encourage you to take time to listen to this podcast/YouTube talk from Diane Langberg.

Diane is a Professional Psychologist and Christian with over 50 years of experience in the field of Trauma and particularly s*xual, physical and emotional abuse that has taken place within the church. Her words are necessary, powerful, motivating and healing. If you struggle to give yourself permission to journey your story, have a listen. If you are a 'Shepherd of Sheep' for Jesus, this is also for you.

'Deception and abuse in God's House':

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC-9bLyaVSU

We still have a few spaces remaining for 'Honouring Your Story' so please register if these themes are part of your story: Register Here: https://www.progeny.org.uk/dts

This is for those with a story of s*xual, physical or emotional trauma. An opportunity to continue the journey of healing through quiet reflection, prayer, hearing the stories of others and opportunities to access professional and pastoral support.

A safe and unpressured space. Register here: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

What happens when the place meant to heal the broken becomes the source of their deepest wounds?In her talk from , renowned psychologist Dr. Dian...

28/04/2025

Register Here: www.progeny.org.uk/dts

May 14th is coming up soon! Thanks to everyone who has registered so far for 'Honouring Your Story' and here's a wee reminder to register if you haven't already!

This next evening is for those with a story of s*xual, physical or emotional trauma. An opportunity to continue the journey of healing through quiet reflection, prayer, hearing the stories of others and opportunities to access professional and pastoral support.

A safe and unpressured space. Register here: www.progeny.org.uk/dts