Psilocybin: An Ancient Approach to Modern Mental Health | Dr Tracy Kim Townsend | Ep. 344

What if the key to living longer and more vibrantly isn’t just about physical health, but about unlocking deeper layers of consciousness and healing?

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Dr. Tracy Kim Townsend — a UVA, Harbor-UCLA, and Harvard-trained physician specializing in preventive health and human vitality.

Dr. Townsend helps patients rediscover what she calls full-spectrum vitality — the feeling of being fully alive and human — through a thoughtful integration of science, spirituality, and, in some cases, the legal use of psilocybin. Together, they discuss the growing scientific evidence behind psychedelic-assisted therapy, its potential in addressing trauma and depression, the evolving legal framework in Oregon, and the importance of honoring ancient wisdom traditions that first understood these substances as sacred tools for healing and transformation.

Whether you’re curious about the science, the safety, or the spiritual dimension of psychedelics, this conversation offers a grounded, evidence-based look at what it means to truly age well.

Learn more about Dr. Townsend at https://www.tracytownsendmd.com/

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