Jen became involved in ISPS about 7 years ago when she first heard about the organisation. She was attracted by its international nature because she believes there is a huge amount we can learn from other cultures and how they approach mental distress. She also appreciated the fact that the organisation welcomed all those committed to promoting a more humane approach to psychosis regardless of their status or allegiance to a “psychological model”. She first became involved in campaigning for more choice in mental health services around 11 years ago when her son first experienced psychosis. She was shocked at what passed for “treatment” and felt the need to move on from her 30 years as an educationalist to become an activist for change in this system. She has worked on many local and national projects and is also a trustee for the Soteria Network where she is helping to set up the first UK Soteria House.
The international society for psychological and social approaches to psychosis
The international society for psychological and social approaches to psychosis