Psychedelic Conversations | Dr. Rick Barnett - Psychedelics In Recovery #PsychedelicScience2023

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode we explore Rick's background and what led him to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver. We discuss the anti-addictive benefits of psychedelics and highlight the significance of intention, as well as the right set and setting, to harness their therapeutic potential. Additionally, we touch on topics like the twelve-step fellowship, supporting family members battling addiction, addressing the misconceptions around psychedelics, and understanding the associated risks and precautions. Dive in with us for this comprehensive conversation and more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:03 - The Conference 02:09 - Are Psychedelics Addictive? 04:19 - The Set And Setting Matters 06:27 - The Twelve-Step Fellowship 09:00 - Mild Vs Severe Approach 11:34 - Family Reaching Out 12:48 - Spreading The Word 14:57 - Dealing With Pushback 18:48 - Retail/Shopping Addiction 23:19 - Risks And Precautions 26:04 - Outro About Rick: Dr. Rick Barnett, Psy.D., LADC, founded the non-profit organization CARTER, Inc. in 2015 to expand addiction-related resources in Vermont and beyond. Dr. Barnett is Legislative Chair and Past-President of the Vermont Psychological Association, and is a clinical psychologist and addiction specialist in private practice in Stowe, VT. Dr. Barnett has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in nursing homes, hospitals, and outpatient programs and has trained hundreds of health professionals through workshops on addiction and mental health issues over the past 20 years. He is in long-term recovery of alcohol and substance abuse and is an active advocate for addiction treatment and recovery resources. Dr. Barnett holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Columbia University, a Doctorate and Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology. He is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and holds certificate in Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB-S) and Gambling Disorder. Dr. Barnett’s service goes beyond the clinical world into his community and public policy as he has served on and continues to serve on many community and government boards and committees. Connect with Rick: Website: https://drrickbarnett.com/ Website: https://www.cartervermont.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rick-barnett Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicScience2023 #SusanGuner #RickBarnett