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The Family Survival Trust

Facilitated online support and education for friends and families concerned about someone affected by a cult or exploitative group.

Public-source listingNot provider-approvedReviewed September 12, 2026

What this service offers

The Family Survival Trust's current support group is specifically for friends and families. Meetings combine learning about group influence with reflective discussion and mutual support. An introductory form is required before receiving a Zoom invitation, and participants must keep their cameras on. The published remit includes religious, political, business, therapy and other exploitative groups.

  • Online family support meetings
  • Education about group dynamics
  • Facilitated discussion
  • Mutual support

Who it may be relevant for

Families & friends

These are the audiences described in the public material. Eligibility and personal fit should be discussed with the service directly.

Cultic abuseFamily relationshipsExtremist groupsGroup dynamics

Questions worth asking

  • Does this family-focused group fit my situation?
  • Can I join privately with my camera on?
  • When is the next meeting in my time zone?

What our review establishes

Published audience
Friends and families; the current group page does not advertise general former-member intake
Participation conditions
Advance form, camera-on Zoom participation and no-recording expectations published
Review scope
Official public service page reviewed; no assessment of clinical quality or credentials

We have not independently verified clinical quality, professional licenses, or suitability. A public-source review is not a recommendation or an endorsement by the service. No payment was received for this listing.

Sources & review

Public sources reviewed September 12, 2026. Details can change.

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