17min chapter

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Reconstructing the narrative-- Trauma, dissociation, psychedelics, and working in the negative transference

Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories

CHAPTER

Healing Through MDMA: A Journey of Self-Discovery

This chapter explores a transformative healing experience facilitated by MDMA during therapy, where the speaker confronts feelings of safety and fear for the first time. It delves into the complexities of dissociation, illustrating the emergence of different aspects of the self and the pivotal breakthroughs in emotional connection with their therapist. The narrative emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and the therapeutic relationship in fostering a safe environment for deep healing and communication.

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