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We Can Do Hard Things

How People are Using Psychedelics to Help Their Relationships with Dr. Hillary McBride

Sep 13, 2023
18:50
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Dr. Hillary McBride, a psychologist specializing in the therapeutic use of psychedelics, explores how psychedelics can enhance relationships. They delve into the importance of vulnerability, combining therapy with psychedelics, feeling safe in the body, and the challenge of being present. They also discuss the potential risks and addiction factors of psychedelics. Additionally, they announce a new season of their podcast focusing on psychedelics and therapy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Psychedelic therapy allows couples to connect on a deeper level by decreasing fear centers in the brain and enabling individuals to see their partner without defenses or reactive parts.
  • Psychedelic therapy encompasses different models, including the use of psychedelics in regular therapy sessions, group models, and somatic processing, providing opportunities for individuals to explore emotions, reconnect with their body, and practice new ways of being in relationships.

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Psychedelic Therapy for Couples

Psychedelic therapy, particularly with MDMA, has been used in couples therapy to address relational problems such as distress and communication. MDMA decreases fear centers in the brain and increases compassion and awareness, allowing couples to connect on a deeper level. In this therapeutic setting, individuals can experience their partner without defenses or reactive parts, enabling them to build new patterns of connection and see each other more clearly as they truly are.

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