Directed by Gary Barth, “Trauma Therapy: Psychosis” is a sequel to the original 2019 “Trauma Therapy.” The title is a horror-thriller, written by Tom Malloy and David Josh Lawrence, which takes viewers on a twisted journey into the depths of the human psyche. Well, sort of. It is worth noting that certain parts of the film feel disjointed and awkward, particularly in the second half. Trauma Therapy: Psychosis does deliver some interesting moments that branch from psychological experimentation.

On the whole, however, the integrated interviews are completely unnecessary. There are segments where Tom Sizemore interviews a man about one of the participants, Tobin. Fans of the original film will most likely find more value in this than anyone who hasn’t seen it. In addition, these interview outtakes create space to disengage from the goings on inside the facility.

Building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, Trauma Therapy: Psychosis is a standalone narrative. Intentionally made to surpass the first film’s therapeutic end goals.

Introducing “The Path to Transformation: Unleashing Your Inner Potential”

Welcome to the world of renowned self-help mentor Tobin Vance. After a series of events, Vance finds himself in the UK, seeking refuge from the impending consequences of his operations in the United States. In a bid to start anew, he sets his sights on the serene outskirts of Kirkcaldy, Scotland, where he envisions a transformative haven for personal growth.

Supported by his unwavering assistant, Elizabeth, who possesses an aura of stoicism and wisdom, Vance begins laying the groundwork for his latest endeavor. Alongside him is John, a former student whose own transformation shaped his perspective on life. Together, they embark on a mission to gather a diverse group of individuals, each burdened by their unique struggles for change.

In the secluded retreat nestled in Scotland, this assembly of souls will embark on an intensive program designed to delve into the depths of their being. Through a combination of introspection, self-reflection, and guidance from Vance and his carefully crafted teachings, they are invited to confront their inner demons, in sadistic ways.

Trauma Therapy: Psychosis journey of self-discovery, offers each participant to face several challenges. The tools provided are unconventional, like being bitten by insects known to make people hallucinate. The extreme and often painful exercises leave the participants who fail to partake in a scenario to suffer punishments.

“Trauma Therapy: Psychosis”

Like similar small-budget films about treatment facilities designed specifically to torture unsuspecting victims Trauma Therapy: Psychosis suffers too. Dialogue is undernourished and characters are underdeveloped in either complacency or because of their reason to be there.

It seems that Trauma Therapy: Psychosis has caused quite a stir, especially after director Lawrie Brewster took to Twitter to express his discontent. He claims that this version of the film is an unauthorized re-edit of “The Vance Institute.” Brewster even goes as far as accusing it of being “exploitative of Tom Sizemore’s death.” Brewster has demanded that he be credited under the pseudonym “Gary Barth.”

Trauma Therapy: Psychosis is rated

2 Self-help mentors you can blindly follow out of 5

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