After my deprogramming, I went on to complete a master’s degree in counseling psychology. From my unique position as a former cult member and counselor, I dedicated myself to helping others escape and recover from destructive situations. In 1979, following the mass suicide at Jonestown, Guyana, I founded EX-MOON Inc., a nonprofit educational organization made up of ex-members of Moon’s international organization. I published a newsletter, held media conferences, and established a clearinghouse for information about the Moon organization. I later served as the national coordinator of FOCUS, a support and information network of former members of destructive cult groups. I am now directing the Freedom of Mind Resource Center, Inc. (www.freedomofmind.com), a center dedicated to helping families and individuals, and to informing the public about destructive and deceptive influence practices.
