Liana Shanti Cult Survivor Help – Report

Legal Help and Recovery Tools for Cult Survivors of Spiritual Abuse

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction: You Are Not Alone
2. Section 1: Understanding What Happened
3. Section 2: Your Legal Rights & Protections
4. Section 3: Documentation Toolkit & Templates
5. Section 4: How to File Complaints with Authorities
6. Section 5: Emotional Recovery, Protection, and Support
7. Appendix A: Legal Definitions and Case Law
8. Appendix B: Survivor Checklists
9. Appendix C: Cult Exit Workbook (Interactive)

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Introduction: You Are Not Alone

Leaving a high-control group or manipulative spiritual teacher is not just walking away — it’s an act of reclaiming your power. If you were once influenced by Liana Shanti (a.k.a. Liane Wilson), or a similar figure, and are now questioning that experience, this guide is for you.

• Gain clarity on what really happened
• Identify potential legal violations
• Learn how to protect yourself and others
• Report fraud and coercion with confidence
• Start your healing journey — your freedom matters

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Section 1: Understanding What Happened

Common Tactics Used by High-Control Groups

• Love bombing: Overwhelming praise to build attachment
• Fear-based control: Threats of spiritual decline or loss for leaving
• Psychic authority: Claims of divine insight to create dependency
• Coaching dependency: Endless upsells with no clear outcomes
• Public shaming: Sharing private messages to silence or discredit
• Financial extraction: Charging thousands for vague “healing” work

✅ Survivor Checklist: “Was I Manipulated by a False Psychic?”

Red Flags

• You were told trauma required more payments to heal
• You feared leaving would harm your soul or children
• You were warned against therapy or outside support
• You became isolated from friends or family
• You were told memories were revealed by the leader despite no recall
• You were told only the leader could remove a spiritual threat
• You were made to feel guilty for not purchasing new sessions
• The leader discouraged second opinions or licensed help
• You were told family members were abusers — without proof

These are not just red flags — they may be civil or criminal violations.

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Section 2: Your Legal Rights & Protections

Term	Definition	Why It Matters
Fraud	Intentional deception for personal gain	Spiritual claims used to extract money can be prosecuted
Wire Fraud (18 U.S.C. §1343)	Use of digital communications to defraud	Covers websites, courses, and payment platforms
Constructive Fraud	Manipulation from a trusted role	Common in spiritual mentorship and healing spaces
Unlicensed Therapy	Psychological treatment without a license	Illegal in every U.S. state and territory
Psychic Fraud	False supernatural claims used to extract money	Cited in legal cases involving spiritual scammers
Coercive Control	Pattern of domination through psychological pressure	Now recognized in family and criminal law

→ Ready to take action? Document your experience and move to Section 3 for tools and templates.

Case Example:

Jaycee Wasso – Psychic Energy Scam

Jaycee Wasso claimed she could remove a client’s negative energy and help with personal relationships. She scammed the victim out of over $1 million in a twisted promise of spiritual purification.

Charges: Fraud

Outcome: Sentenced to over 9 years in prison.

SEE MORE LEGAL CASES

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Section 3: Documentation Toolkit & Templates

1. Coercive Control Log

Date	Incident	Statement Made	Emotional Impact	$ Involved?
MM/DD	Zoom call	“You’ll regress if you leave”	Fear, guilt	$997

2. Impact Statement Template

My name is [Your Name]. I joined [Program] on [Date] and was told [Claims]. I later experienced [Emotional Manipulation]. I spent [$], lost trust, and felt [Emotion]. I now recognize this as coercive control and manipulation.

3. Evidence Checklist

• Screenshots of messages, threats, and spiritual claims
• Invoices and bank statements
• Saved videos or recordings
• Emails, DMs, Telegram chats
• Course materials or promotional content

→ Once documented, see Section 4 to learn how to report your experience safely.

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Section 4: Filing Complaints with Authorities

• FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov
• State Attorney General: Search “your state + AG complaint”
• FBI IC3 (Internet Crime): ic3.gov
• Medical Licensing Board: For unlicensed therapy violations
• Hawaii Department of Commerce and Customer Affairs / Unlicensed Psychological – Medical Practice 
• Phone: 808 586 2653

• Jonathan K. Skedeleski, Hawaii  Chief U.S. Probation Officer (808) 541- 1400

• Better Business Bureau: bbb.org

Sample Complaint

I enrolled in a spiritual/coaching program. I was emotionally manipulated, financially exploited, and subjected to unlicensed therapy. The leader used psychic claims to extract money through fear. I request an investigation.

→ Once submitted, move to Section 5 to focus on personal recovery and protection.

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Section 5: Emotional Recovery & Protection

• Cut off contact with the group or leader
• Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all accounts
• Update your passwords if any of your logins used similar credentials to those you shared or created while in the group. This includes email, payment portals, or group apps. Doing so adds an extra layer of safety.
• Work with a licensed therapist experienced in cult recovery
• Back up and secure any evidence you’ve gathered

Support Resources

• Cult Vault – Kacey Baker
• Freedom of Mind – Steven Hassan
• ICSA – International Cultic Studies Association
• Recovering From Religion

Affirmation

You were not weak. You were targeted because of your strengths. Reclaiming your freedom is an act of profound courage.

If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken one of the hardest steps: questioning. The rest of this guide is here to support you — not rush you. Go at your own pace. Your story matters.

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Appendix A: Legal Definitions

• Wire Fraud – 18 U.S.C. §1343: Use of internet or phone to defraud
• Psychic Fraud: Financial exploitation via false supernatural claims
• Constructive Fraud: Abuse of authority from a position of trust

Appendix B: Survivor Checklists

Spiritual Abuse — If You Answer Yes to 3 or More:

• You were told only the leader could remove your trauma
• You were warned that harm would come if you left
• Your private messages were reposted to shame you
• You felt afraid, isolated, or unworthy
• You were discouraged from outside help

Fraud Indicators

• Payments were demanded using visions, curses, or threats
• You crossed state or national lines to pay, with no refund policy
• Healing, abundance, or supernatural protection were guaranteed

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Appendix C: Cult Exit Workbook

Self-Reflection Prompts

• What was promised — and what was actually delivered?
• What part of me was most vulnerable or seeking connection?
• When did doubts first arise?

Empowerment Goals

• I will report my experience to an appropriate authority by [Date]
• I will reconnect with a trusted friend or family member
• I will create clear boundaries in future group spaces

Personal Declaration: “From today forward, no coach, healer, or psychic has the right to override my truth, autonomy, or wellbeing.”

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Prepared for survivors of coercive spiritual groups, licensed advocates, and legal professionals.

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Need Help Using This Guide?

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You are not alone. You have the right to heal, be heard, and move forward — on your terms.