Unveiled: A Story of Surviving Gloriavale with Theophila Pratt

In this episode, Rachel interviews Theophila Pratt, a Gloriavale survivor now based in Auckland, New Zealand, nearly 10 years out and working as an occupational therapist with youth. Born into Gloriavale as “Honey Faithful,” Theo describes a highly controlled life of constant surveillance, strict dress rules, relentless labor from age five, long sermons, and routine public shaming, alongside family hardship. At 18, Theo refused to sign the “Commitment” document, was told to leave, and was sent out with minimal money, using a hidden business card to reach her mother’s friend for help. She recounts early adjustment challenges, fear, naivety, and learning autonomy, later pursuing occupational therapy through disability work and a focus on human rights. Theo discusses limited but evolving family contact. Theo shares her experiences in her book “Unveiled.” Theophila’s Links Website and Book: Instagram: Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠ Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠ Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more: Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation: Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook: Download a Free Chapter from Restart and Restore: Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: ⁠ Advertising Inquiries:

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This episode is 80:36 long.

This episode was published on Mar 4, 2026.

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