Psychologist Cynthia Hickman misleads clients, faces deregistration calls over cult ties
Psychologist Cynthia Hickman, accused of recruiting for the Universal Medicine cult, misled clients in her therapy practice. Client 'Helen' alleges Hickman pressured her into unconventional treatments, including esoteric massages, while promoting a spiritual agenda. Medical advocates are now calling for the deregistration of Hickman and other practitioners associated with the group.
Take it further — get the full app and never miss a moment of what's happening in Australia.
This publisher's site can't be shown here due to their security settings.
Open full article →No source link available for this article.
Published 13 Nov 2026, 18:00 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 18:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
Trending
- Melbourne Uni cuts 179 staff as it bleeds cash for fifth year
- Melbourne art teacher Alice Krause apologizes after racist car park outburst
- Six Victoria fire stations robbed, CFA reviews security amid bushfire risks
- Finnish ambassador says interest in embassy no red herring after viral posts
- Dave Grohl pays tribute to Beaconsfield miner Todd Russell amid energetic Sydney
- Hussey makes call on Australia's best batting line up