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Training

Below is a selection of continuing professional development materials for professionals who wish to become cult-informed, and are looking to deepen their understanding of group coercive control. Some of these have been developed by members of Cult-Informed Professionals Network. Others have been developed independently by external providers but are approved by the CIPNetwork.

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Rachel Bernstein Auckland Training

Olive Leaf Network

Olive Leaf Network proudly supports Rachel Bernstein, LMFT, cult recovery therapist, educator, author, and host of the IndoctriNation Podcast, for several events in Auckland 30th & 31 October, 2026.

ICSA Conference 2026 - On Demand

International Cultic Studies Association

Recordings from the 2026 ICSA International Conference are available on demand for registered conference attendees. Browse more than 60 presentations from leading researchers, clinicians, legal professionals, and survivors exploring coercive control, cultic abuse, recovery, and related fields.

High-Control Group Awareness and Practice Skills Workshop

Family Start West Coast / Buller

With Dr Natalie Fabert and Dr Caroline Ansley. This full day specialist workshop is designed for professionals who want to improve their understanding of cults, high-control groups and group-based coercive control. Wednesday 23 October, Greymouth.

Working with Cult Survivors

Lalich Centre

An 8 hour, on line, self paced introductory certificate course which helps therapists obtain the foundational knowledge, awareness, and skills needed to work with self-identified cult survivors. Presented by Janja Lalich, Ph.D., and psychologist Natalie Fabert, Ph.D.

Decult Conference

Decult

VOICES OF COURAGE Pathways to Healing and Justice. Decult 2026 is New Zealand's cult awareness conference - two days in Ōtautahi Christchurch and online, live-streamed around the world. October 24 & 25th, Christchurch, New Zealand and live streamed.

The Cult-iverse and Healthcare

The Canterbury Initiative

A 1 hour presentation that weaves personal experiences and emerging evidence of the impacts of high-control groups and how they interact with health care professionals. Presented by GPs Dr Kyle Eggleton and Dr Caroline Ansley.

Walking Free Model Training

Hope Valley Counselling

Hope Valley Counselling training is delivered by Dr Gillie Jenkinson, who has been offering support and training to therapists and professionals for nearly 30 years. Some training is provided in partnership with others.

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