ABOUT BRITT RIDDLE, LMFT
Your stories and experiences deserve to be heard.
I work with adults navigating religious trauma, spiritual abuse, church hurt, and the aftermath of high-demand religious spaces. This work happens at the level of both narrative and nervous system—addressing the stories that have shaped you and the ways your body has been carrying them. Together, we will work toward a life that is grounded, present, peaceful, and rooted in your own values.
WHY I DO THIS WORK
About Britt
I loved going to church as a child. I was intrigued by the ritual, mesmerized by the stained glass, inspired by the music, and loved by people across multiple generations. Faith gave my life meaning and structure, and the community I grew up in shaped who I became in ways I continue to be grateful for. I was also formed by purity culture and other harmful theologies as a teenager, and the work of untangling that impact has been part of my own story.
I went on to obtain a B.A. in Religion as well as Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degrees. After 15+ year serving as a minister in congregations, I found myself burned out—the work was meaningful but unsustainable for my nervous system. I was working seven days a week, disconnected from my own body, and increasingly aware that something had to change. That experience led me to become a therapist. I wanted to keep working with people in ways that felt meaningful, and while I had the personal experience, I wanted to deepen my professional understanding of what it costs to remain in high-demand spaces and what recovery can look like.
This led me to complete a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. My background—theological, ministerial, and clinical—is central to how I approach this work, particularly with people navigating religious trauma, spiritual identity, clergy burnout, and the intersection of faith and mental health. I don't provide religious counseling, but I am comfortable working with spirituality, meaning-making, and religious experience as part of therapy, if that's helpful for you.
Outside the office, I tend to my own nervous system through creative practices, float tanks, yoga, and time with friends and family. These aren't just hobbies—they're part of how I stay connected sustainable rhythms and living.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Education
Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy (MAMFT)
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, VA
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Furman University
Additional Training
Certificate in Somatic Embodiment & Nervous System Regulation Strategies
Training in Narrative Therapy
Training in Compassionate Inquiry
Training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Training in Four Blinks Version of Flash
500-HR Certified Meditation Teacher (CMT)
200-HR Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT)
VALUES
How I try to show up as a therapist—and human.
“Light,” Britt Riddle, 2022
Recycled Glass Mosaic
Simplicity
Letting go of what's non-essential. Making space for what actually matters—emotionally, spiritually, and energetically.
Creativity
Creativity isn't just for artists. It's a mindset that unblocks old patterns, generates new perspectives, and expands empathy.
Curiosity + Connection
Deep questions draw me into real connection—the kind that happens when we truly seen, heard, and valued.
Let’s Connect.
If you’re curious about whether my practice may be a good fit for the work you are wanting to do, I’d love to hear from you. The first step is a free ten-minute call.