Why Psychedelics?
Medicine that changes your mind.
We’re beings that live in our minds and bodies. Our state of mind plays a huge part in how we think, feel, and interact with the world.
Current approaches to treating depression and anxiety, such as antidepressants, aren’t working. They can numb us to the world and don’t work for most people. “Psychedelic therapies provide us with an avenue for healing that goes beyond medicine, working holistically to help you discover compassion for yourself, feel profound joy and love your life again (Fieldtriphealth.com).”
(Data from my MDMA PAP in the link below)
Evidence-Based Effectiveness of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAP) for Treatment-Resistant Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (TR PTSD)
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“Talk therapy is effective but it often takes a long time. 75% of those who try talk therapy see results2, however, it can often take several years to feel the impact… Fast-acting and long-lasting treatments are needed. Existing treatment options do not meet the needs of the millions suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD and more (Fieldtriphealth.com).”
“Psychedelics are a paradigm shift in mental wellness.
Mounting research suggests that psychedelic therapy is safe and effective for people suffering from depression, anxiety, and PTSD.3 Medicines like Ketamine, Psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA, not only provide quick relief, but also work to heal issues at their source (Fieldtriphealth.com).”
“Psychedelics have gone mainstream.
Based on his New York Times #1 selling book, How to Change Your Mind, Author Michael Pollan explores the history, uses, science, and movement of psychedelics in this informative docuseries (Fieldtriphealth.com).”
1. Response to acute monotherapy for major depressive disorder in randomized, placebo-controlled trials submitted to the US Food and Drug Administration: individual participant data analysis. https://www.bmj.com/content/378/bmj-2021-067606
2. Understanding Talk Therapy and Its Benefits. https://psychcentral.com/pro/does-talk-therapy-really-work-and-is-it-always-necessary#definition
3. Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy: A Paradigm Shift in Psychiatric Research and Development. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6041963/
4. Hari, J. Lost Connections: Why you’re depressed and how to find hope. 2018.
5. Psychedelics and the Default Mode Network https://psychedelicstoday.com/2020/02/04/psychedelics-and-the-default-mode-network/
6. Ketamine enhances structural plasticity in human dopaminergic neurons: possible relevance for treatment-resistant depression. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5950671/ (Fieldtriphealth.com)
Different plant medicines
Who Is a Good Candidate for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy or Psychedelic Journey Facilitation?
If you find that…
• Traditional psychotherapy and pharmaceuticals aren’t working for you
• Experience moderate to severe or treatment-resistant symptoms/conditions
• Prefer a one-on-one treatment experience
• Prefer to experience psychedelic medicine exploration in a fully supported environment
• Searching for additional medical, therapeutic, or spiritual support via integration sessions following psychedelic experiences