Online trauma-healing influencer cults (umbrella)
Umbrella entry for online 'trauma-healing' influencer parasocial communities. Distinct from mainstream trauma-informed clinical therapy. Specific figures (Gabor Maté-derived, Bessel van der Kolk-derived without clinical credential) build parasocial communities.
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BITE breakdown
0 — umbrella for documented online trauma-healing influencer parasocial communities; distinct from mainstream trauma-informed therapy.
In context
Specific online 'trauma-healing' coach figures (without clinical credentials) have built parasocial cult communities by adopting Gabor Maté- or Bessel van der Kolk-derived language. Substantial subscription costs, paid certifications, parasocial dynamics. Distinct from mainstream trauma-informed clinical therapy.
Timeline
- 2015+Online trauma-healing coaching genre emerges
Sources
- Various wellness-press analyses
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