Psychedelics and EMDR Therapy - Interview with Danielle Ciccone
Jul 20, 2023
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Therapist Danielle Ciccone discusses the intersection of psychedelic therapy and EMDR, the importance of cultural implications and indigenous representation in psychedelic therapy, the historical context and current state of psychedelic medicine, and the potential benefits and limitations of combining psychedelics and EMDR therapy.
Honoring indigenous cultures is crucial in psychedelic therapy to avoid appropriation and respect their contributions.
Integrating psychedelic therapy with EMDR can enhance healing by combining different modalities and facilitating a coherent therapeutic process.
Therapists have an ethical responsibility to educate themselves on harm reduction and legal considerations when guiding clients interested in psychedelic therapy.
Deep dives
Summary of the Podcast Episode
The podcast episode explores the current state of psychedelic assisted therapy, focusing on the use of MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine in therapy. It highlights the importance of honoring indigenous traditions and recognizing their contributions to the field. The episode discusses the potential benefits of combining psychedelic therapy with modalities such as EMDR, emphasizing the need for a respectful and careful approach. The podcast also touches on the ethical considerations, the underground movement, and the growing interest in psychedelic therapy. The speaker provides information on further education and consultation opportunities, specifically regarding the integration of psychedelics in EMDR therapy.
Importance of Combining Psychedelic Therapy with Indigenous Traditions
The episode underscores the significance of recognizing and honoring the contributions of indigenous cultures to the field of psychedelic therapy. It emphasizes the need for cultural sensitivity, respect, and humility to avoid appropriation or overshadowing the history and wisdom of these traditions.
Benefits of Combining Psychedelic Therapy with EMDR
The podcast explores the potential benefits of integrating psychedelic therapy, specifically MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine, with EMDR therapy. It highlights how these modalities can complement each other, catalyzing deep healing and expanding the possibilities of therapy. The speaker discusses the importance of thorough preparation, respect for protective parts, and the facilitation of a coherent therapeutic process.
Ethical Considerations and Harm Reduction
The episode addresses the ethical responsibilities of therapists in providing harm reduction information and guidance to clients interested in pursuing psychedelic therapy. It emphasizes the need for therapists to educate themselves about harm reduction, underground use networks, and legal considerations. The importance of promoting safe and informed practices, regardless of legal status, is highlighted.
Opportunities for Further Education and Consultation
The podcast episode informs listeners about upcoming consultation groups focused on incorporating psychedelic assisted therapy, particularly ketamine, with EMDR therapy. The speaker discusses the structure and topics covered in the consultation group, emphasizing its relevance for therapists already trained in EMDR therapy who are interested in blending it with psychedelic therapy. More information about the consultation groups is provided for those interested in participating.
Listen in to hear Melissa's conversation with Danielle Ciccone as they reflect on their experience of the Psychedelic Science conference of 2023 in Denver Colorado.
This group EMDR consultation series will be a total of 8 hours. There will be four 2-hour sessions. Space limited to 8 participants.
All sessions will be recorded. If you miss a session, you will be able to watch the recording. However, you will only receive credit towards EMDRIA certification for the hours that you participate live.
Session Dates/Times:
Tues 9/12/23 12-2 pm PST
Tues 10/10/23 12-2 pm PST
Tues 11/7/23 12-2 pm PST
Tues 12/5/23 12-2 pm PST
Participants must be fully EMDR trained to join. Participants may be seeking EMDRIA certification, but that is not a requirement for this group.
This group will include participants who are already incorporating psychedelic medicine in their EMDR practice in some capacity, as well as participants who are not yet using psychedelic medicine in their EMDR practice but are interested in learning about it.