Although Laura didn’t officially share her story as part of the original Emerging Proud campaign, she has been an ally for many years. Having liberated herself from her psychiatric label, identity and a cocktail of medications, Laura now offers services to advocate for the self-empowerment of others.
Laura’s story is one of inspiration, hope and validation that anyone can turn their pain to purpose.
I’ll be speaking with Laura very soon about her exciting new resources and upcoming autobiography: UNSHRUNK. This will be one not to miss!
Here is Laura’s journey to liberation:
About Laura:
Laura Delano is the founder and Executive Director of Inner Compass Initiative (ICI), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people make more informed choices about psychiatric drugs, diagnoses, and drug withdrawal. Separately, Laura offers psychiatric drug withdrawal support through 1-on-1 consultations and a newly launched group support program called Fortify & Focus. She has spoken and led workshops across Europe and the Americas, and her first book, UNSHRUNK, which will be published in the US, UK, and Commonwealth countries in March 2025. Find out more at www.LauraDelano.com.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraDelano
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Reframing Mental distress as a potential catalyst for positive change 