If you have questions about microdosing for depression or how to approach psychedelic experiences while on SSRIs, this episode is for you. My guest today is Dr. Erica Zelfand is a licensed family doctor trained in both conventional & natural medicine and takes a holistic approach to treating mental illness, recognizing psychedelic medicines as one tool among many to help support mental wellbeing.
In this episode, we cover:
What the research says: The science of psychedelics and how they help treat depression
Microdosing schedule for tapering off SSRIs
How much to start with when microdosing
How to taper off SSRIs using psilocybin
Microdosing for neurodegenerative diseases
Her take on microdosing as a neurotropic
The difference between psilocybin and LSD
Her suggestion around what to microdose with if you're more prone to anxiety
The difference in side effects between psychedelics and SSRIs