The Liminal Art Salon meetup group is a forum for incubating authentic expression. Its purpose is to guide, stimulate and inspire artists and seekers to renew the spirit and power of true, authentic creative expression. Liminal literally means "threshold". To create from a liminal state is to cross the threshold between everyday reality and the invisible realms of supra rational consciousness. We aim to generate, brainstorm and cultivate ideas, imaginings, creations, events and collaborations. O …

An expressive arts group that combines dance movement with collage making. The movement is used to free up the mind so that the creative impulse is not encumbered by the mental process. This has been proven to assist creativity. Collage Experience is for EVERYONE. Whether you consider yourself an artist, writer, or are someone not so comfortable with creative expression, this approach is friendly, fun, noncompetitive, and is designed to stimulate creativity from a deeper source.

Creating and sharing is transformative. Artists, healers and anyone interested in spiritual development is welcome. Our workshops feature artists, writers, spiritual teachers, life coaches, psychotherapists, and wellness professionals who come together to support personal empowerment and healing.

Following the theatre improv principles of "Yes, and...", non-judgment, and deep listening/participation, we have FUN with sound and music, made from instruments and our own bodies. This is like an adult PLAY group using music. So what does this have to do with CREATIVITY, TECHNOLOGY, INNOVATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, COLLABORATION, and KNOWLEDGE SHARING? Improvisation requires MAKING THINGS UP, MAKING DO WITH WHAT YOU HAVE, LISTENING, and PARTICIPATING. Give and take. Offer and receive. Lead and fo …

Bondage Erotique proudly presents a series of workshops on the art of Japanese Rope Bondage known as Shibari. We offer these courses as a means to deepen the communication and intimacy between partners, as a playful, seductive and beautiful way to enrich sensation, connection and energy, and a tool to build a strong sense of surrender and trust. Workshops will take place in a safe and comfortable learning environment. Shibari can be practiced on many levels, including tying purely for the artis …

Many decades ago family therapy burst onto the mental health scene thanks to leaders in the field such as Dr. Salvador Minuchin and other greats, too many to name here. I was trained in this modality behind the one-way mirror and, over the last 20 years, have trained and supervised others in providing this amazing treatment option to kids and their families. As our evidence has grown, indicating the effectiveness of working with youth within the context of their families, more clinicians have be …

Drama therapy uses acting, improvisation, theatre games, and psychodrama as tools for personal growth and change. It is playful, yet sparks insight. It promotes spontaneity, creativity, and expressiveness. This group will offer workshops and groups that  introduce participants to this powerful means for changing self-defeating patterns and practicing new roles and constructive behaviors. No previous theater experience is necessary. Shy people are welcome!

Sponsored by the Living Arts Counseling Center Social Anxiety Improvement Do you fear social situations? Are you afraid of public speaking? Do you often blushing, sweat, or tremble in social situations? Are you unhappy with your lack of relationships? Social anxiety is much more common than you think.  This group is a great place for you meet others who have struggled to overcome S.A. We offer support groups and casual events where you can: Learn more about social anxiety Meet others who stru …

The Center SF is a communal hub that offers classes which teach you practices to support the transformation, joy, and healing of your Self and your communities. Whether your interests are physical, mental, emotional, interpersonal or spiritual, we have classes and special events that give you the opportunity to explore what's possible when we embrace and operate from expanded paradigms that acknowledge the influences that energetic, spiritual, and mental factors have on physical and emotional he …

Presented by the Living Arts Counseling Center Theater for Self-Improvement Drama Therapy Workshops and Groups **No previous theatre experience necessary. Shy people encouraged to join** Would you like to feel better about yourself? Would you like to improve your relationships with your family, co-workers, or partner? Are you lacking the motivation and confidence needed to achieve your dreams? Are you struggling with depression, social anxiety, addiction, or another painful issue? Drama therap …

Sponsored by the Living Arts Counseling Center Personal Growth for Couples A meetup group for couples who want to revitalize their relationship. Our meetup events explore common problem areas for couples, such as: Communication Money Sex Parenting Depression, anxiety, and other mental health struggles At our therapy workshops, you will meet like-minded couples, learn relationship skills, and resolve difficulties in your partnership. Through role-playing and drama therapy exercises along with g …

Sponsored by the Living Arts Counseling Center Dating Skills for Single Men* *For men who date women Therapy workshops and social outings where you can learn how to: Feel more confident in social/dating situations Meet women with similar interests Start conversations with women Confidently invite women on dates Have satisfying, relaxed first dates Communicate openly in dating situations Nurture a relationship from first date to long-term commitment Have fulfilling, passionate relationships In …

Sponsored by the Living Arts Counseling Center Are you a gamer, LARPer, or self-identified geek? Do you want to improve your role-playing skills? Are you also interested in improving your dating skills? Join like-minded gamers at our dating skills workshops and groups, where you'll learn how the principles of role-playing games can be applied to your dating life. Through improvisational games, learn and practice how to: Feel calm and relaxed in social situations Feel confident around p …

Sick of setting goals but not meeting them? .. of having aspirations and desires but not the balls or perseverance to reach them without giving up or getting distracted? .. of desiring closeness but sabotaging it or pushing away? "Self Sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure it doesn't happen." GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY You will open to more ease and aliveness through: - learning to recognize self sabotaging forces/ voices/ behaviors - gaining tools to manage th …

Opening To Relationship Gatherings are happening! We'll be exploring many ways in which we humans get ourselves into entanglements (without even knowing how or why) that end up blocking lasting, fulfilling relationships. Get out of your old interrelational rat wheel and come find out how your relationships may be improved. There are key associations, hard-wired into human automatic response systems, associated with relationships of all kinds that raise old familial patterns that often feel impos …

Meetup to see the video of a hit show, "LEFTOVERS, the Ups & Downs of a Compulsive Eater." Discussion follows. Hosted by Marcia Kimmell, one of the actor/creators of LEFTOVERS and the SF Integrative Health Network's Scott Hanedy. Sunday, June 2nd, 4:30. RSVP required. (See www.meetup.com/SF-Integrative-Health-Network/events/117015992/). This event is a project of Theater Residencies, Inc., a non-profit corporation.