Leading Expert in Cults and Coercive Control: 500+ Interviews, Endless Insights
With a Master's degree in the Psychology of Coercive Control, and over 500 interviews with survivors and experts from the world of cults and coercive control, I help educate and inform in both a public and business setting
Kacey Baker, MSc: Consultancy, Training, Workshops, and Guest Speaking
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Guest Speaking
Engaging and insightful talks on coercive control, cult dynamics, and extremism for conferences, universities, and professional organisations.
Lecturing
Tailored academic lectures on the psychology of coercive control, curated specifically for psychology and criminology students, to deepen the understanding of this complex form of psychological abuse.
Psychoeducation
For individuals affected by coercive control, whether targeted directly or as loved ones of those impacted, these sessions offer education and practical insights into the phenomenon of psychological abuse. The goal is to empower individuals, enhance their understanding of coercion, and connect them to the appropriate support and resources for recovery.
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Live online events are a great way to get a surface level look at what I do and how I can help you
Topics Covered:
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Coercive Control: An Overview – Understanding the mechanisms and impacts of coercive control.
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Beyond Domestic Settings – Recognising coercion in groups, organisations, and communities.
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Cult Recruitment Tactics and Countermeasures – Identifying recruitment strategies used by coercive groups and how to protect yourself and others.
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The Psychological Impact of Group Coercion – Exploring how group coercion affects mental health and behaviour.
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Legislative Challenges in Addressing Coercive Behaviour – Examining gaps in current legal protections and advocating for change.
What People Are Saying:
"Kacey Baker is an exceptional speaker whose passion and depth of knowledge on cults and coercive control are both captivating and enlightening. At CrimeCon, Kacey’s presentations have stood out for their clarity, insight, and relevance, offering profound insights into the psychological and social mechanisms of control. Her ability to engage the audience while exploring such complex ideas and transforming them into actionable understanding made her sessions truly memorable. I highly recommend her as a speaker for any educational or professional setting." – David Jones, CrimeCon UK
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Advocacy for Legislative Change
Moving forward, Kacey will continue collaborating with advocates and organisations to lobby Parliament for amendments to current legislation in England and Wales, aiming to extend protections to individuals subjected to coercion within groups and other non-domestic contexts.
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Research
Kacey’s research focuses on developing a universal instrument to measure coercive control, expanding current frameworks to include non-domestic contexts such as cults, extremist groups, and workplaces. The Extent of Coercive Control Universal Scale was the focus of Kacey's MSc research, and she hopes to have the results published soon. ​
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