Psychosis and Spirit: Transforming Shame in Madness


Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST

Studio Valencia
455A Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA


"Shame is a soul-eating emotion." - Carl Jung

How can we access strength in states of madness, psychosis, and breakdown? Where do healing gifts arise from the toxic shame in bipolar, psychosis, schizophrenia, and abuse? Join two counselors diagnosed with psychosis for an experiential skills workshop to help you work with yourself and others. Turn shame into personal empowerment, discover pathways through mania, paranoia, depression, bipolar, addiction, schizophrenia, & suicidal feelings. 

This workshop is open to survivors of trauma, extreme states, and violence: pro-choice on medications and substances. Day includes listening, shadow work, movement, theater, trauma healing, courage, storytelling, community building, magic, & l o v e. Join us, we need each other!

Workshop facilitators:

Dina Tyler studied mental health from a Sociological Perspective and was named Peer Specialist of the year. She has a private practice working with those who experience extreme states. 

Will Hall, MA, DiplPW studied Process Work and Open Dialogue, authored the Harm Reduction Guide to Coming Off Psychiatric Drugs, and hosts Madness Radio. 

Cost: $125