Attempts at conversion therapy are taking place across the country: in village churches, Harley Street clinics and counsellors' treatment rooms. In this fifth episode of a seven-part series, reporter Emily Sargent explores the way faith intersects with the movement to ban conversion therapy. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.If you, or someone you know, has been affected by the issues raised in this episode, the following organisations can help:Switchboard provides an information, support and referral service for anyone who needs to consider issues around their sexuality.Phone: 0300 330 0630 (10am-10pm).Samaritans is available for anyone struggling to cope and provide a safe place to talk 24 hours a day.Phone: 116 123Guests: -Suzi Ruffell, Stand up comedian, podcast host.-Steve Chalke, Founding minister of Oasis church.-Peter Lynas, UK director of the Evangelical Alliance. -Ahmed Shaheed, UN special rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief. Host: Emily Sargent, journalist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.