Cult Mediation is a specialized consultancy and mediation service founded by Joseph Kelly and Patrick Ryan, offering expert resources to help families and friends understand and respond to the complexity of a loved one’s involvement in cults, controlling relationships, or coercive environments. Since 1984, the firm has distinguished itself through its dedicated focus on high-control groups and undue influence, providing thoughtful, evidence-based support rooted in decades of hands-on experience.
The practice operates on a philosophy of empowering families through careful strategy, education, and awareness of modern coercive norms. Its team includes consultants, psychotherapists, and counselors—many of whom are former cult members or have direct experience with destructive groups—ensuring deep empathy and specialized insight. Services begin with a free initial evaluation to assess each situation, followed by tailored support aimed at fostering understanding, facilitating recovery, and restoring individual autonomy.
Services Offered
- Mediation service
- Consultant services for cult involvement and coercive control
- Free initial evaluation and consultation
- In-depth assessment and situation overview
- Intervention planning and preparation
- Cult recovery and transition support
- Information gathering on group leaders and practices
- Psychotherapy and counseling for affected individuals and families
- Talks and educational resources
- Support for issues related to destructive cults, mind control, brainwashing, parental alienation, estrangement, abusive relationships, gurus, multi-level marketing, and violent extremism
The firm assists clients globally and offers services in English, with team members available for remote consultations via telephone or Zoom. With a legacy dating back to 1984, Cult Mediation has established a reputation for compassionate, informed guidance in some of the most challenging interpersonal and psychological circumstances.
