Psychedelic Conversations

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this short interview, we have the pleasure of catching up with Eric Osborne in person. Together we delve into various topics, such as his plans for the conference, the challenges involved in managing the Psanctuary Church, the intriguing concept of creating our own lineage, and the importance of community. As we bring the curtains down on the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado, Eric shares his vision and perspective on these key topics. 00:00 - Introduction 02:36 - Plans For The Conference 03:16 - Challenges Running Psanctuary 03:57 - Creating Our Own Lineage 05:12 - The Importance Of Community 07:21 - Outro About Eric: Eric Osborne is the President of the Psanctuary Church, born in the Kentucky countryside, Eric soon broke from his conservative origins and immersed himself in the esoteric. A father of four, he has devoted his life to expanding spiritual physical and mental health by embracing the natural world. Eric has been facilitating psilocybin experiences for 24 years. As founder of the world's first psilocybin mushroom retreat, the nation's most public sacred mushroom church and three gourmet and psychedelic mushroom farms he is one of the world's leading experts in psilocybin mushroom cultivation and facilitation. Connect with Eric: Website: www.psanctuary.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sporespreader/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psilocybin_says/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psanctuarychurch/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-osborne-0b7744b6/ 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 #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #EricOsborne

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode we delve into Charles' background story, tracing his roots from growing up in Jamaica to his passion for cultivating psychedelic mushrooms. Join us as we explore his role as the first legal entity to ship mushrooms to Canada and unravel the story behind his co-founded company, "Rose Hill." We highlight the significance of self-discovery, emphasizing that individuals should prioritize their inner self-work rather than fixating solely on mushroom strains and dosing. Gain valuable insights into the understanding that microdosing mushrooms is not a magic pill. We also touch upon topics such as psychedelic tourism, Charles' current projects, and so much more! 00:00 - Introduction 02:01 - Charles Background 05:17 - Psychedelic Tourism 07:56 - Shipping To Canada 12:49 - Knowing The Strains 15:33 - Strains For Microdosing 17:58 - Energetic Impact On Growing20:22 - Being Fixated On Strains, Dosing 23:27 - Microdosing Is Not A Magic Pill 24:30 - Charles' Company Rose Hill 29:14 - His Offerings, Projects 31:39 - Outro About Charles: Charles, a Jamaican native and the visionary founder of Rose Hill Apothecary, has dedicated his entire adult life to farming and exporting agricultural goods, amassing vast knowledge and expertise in the process. In 2015, he boldly ventured into the uncharted territory of psilocybin mushroom cultivation, which led to commercial sales in 2018. Boasting over 16 years of experience in genetic development, cultivation, extraction, and logistics in the domain of agriculture, his unmatched expertise sets him apart as a true master of his craft. Under Charles’ leadership, Rose Hill Apothecary achieved an unprecedented milestone as the first entity to legally export psilocybin mushrooms on the planet, cementing his position as a trailblazer in the industry. About Rose Hill: Founded in Jamaica in 2015, RH is a premium cultivator and supplier of psilocybin products and biomass for research partners and brands anchored by core values of compassion, respect, and innovation. Rose Hill utilizes sustainable and ethical cultivation practices that exceed industry standards providing customers with safe, lab-tested and certified, premium quality psilocybin products. Rose Hill is comprised of three main business channels: - Rose Hill: Corporate/ Science and Research, launched in 2015 - PATOO: Consumer Brands, launched in 2018 - ONE Retreats: Experiential psilocybin retreat, launched first retreat in June 2023; next retreat in October ‘23 Connect with Charles: Website: https://rosehill.life Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlesrootz?igshid=MXFtYnVnYnlpM295ag== 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. #PsychedelicScience2023 #SusanGuner #CharlesLazarus

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode, we explore Shelby's background story and delve into what motivated her to become a journalist. We also discuss her magazine "DoubleBlind," her thoughts on the future of the psychedelic space, the significance of education in the psychedelic field, her efforts to provide support to indigenous cultures, advice on navigating social media, her observations from the Psychedelic Science conference, as well as her current projects and much more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:11 - Shelby's Background 02:05 - Psychedelic Experiences 02:29 - The DoubleBlind Magazine 03:59 - The Future Of Psychedelics 06:01 - What Would You Like To See? 10:09 - The Importance Of Education 11:21 - Navigating The Social Media Space 13:10 - Current Projects And Offerings 14:40 - Indigenous Cultures, Reciprocity 17:24 - Observations Of The Conference 19:03 - Conclusion 19:22 - Outro About Shelby: Shelby is the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of DoubleBlind. Her work has appeared in VICE, Quartz, the Huffington Post, and Rolling Stone, among others. Shelby worked in broadcast news production for CBS News covering presidential elections, protests, natural disasters, and other breaking news. Spurred by a passion for print and investigative reporting, she transitioned to magazine writing, working as an editor at Pasadena Magazine and receiving her Master’s Degree in long-form journalism from Columbia University in 2015. Since then, Shelby has worked as a columnist at LA Weekly and an editor at Herb, the largest cannabis media company, with extensive features on post-traumatic stress disorder in the veteran community, the cannabis industry, the psychedelic research boom, and the popularization of ayahuasca. Connect with Shelby: Website: https://doubleblindmag.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/shelbyannehart?igshid=MTRxc2JoN25iZHpwNg== Twitter: https://x.com/shelbyannehart?s=21&t=yQZ5Nn9I3PFK-NVgLsjHjA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelby-hartman-16448851?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 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 #ShelbyHartman

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode, we delve into Daniel's background and his pivotal role at 'HMNC Brain Health'. We explore the mission and values of HMNC Brain Health, the origins of the company, and gain insight into the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis. We also discuss potential pharmacotherapy solutions for depression, the benefits that artificial intelligence may bring to therapy in the future, treatment-resistant patients, and HMNC's distinctive ketamine program. Additionally, we touch upon the skepticism faced by psychedelic therapies in European countries, Daniel's upcoming projects, and much more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:20 - The Founding Of HMNC 02:13 - Daniel's Role At HMNC Brain Health 04:16 - What HMNC Stand For, The HPA Axis 06:41 - Treatment-Resistant Patients 09:30 - Observations In My Community 11:50 - A Pharmacotherapy Solution 13:55 - Artificial Intelligence & Psychedelics 17:20 - Elon Musk's Neuralink 19:51 - The Ketamine Program 22:21 - Why Choose Ketamine? 23:35 - Skepticism In European Countries 26:01 - Daniel's Future Projects 28:35 - Outro About Daniel: Dr. Daniel Gehrlach is the associate director of biomarkers at HMNC Brain Health. After obtaining degrees in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology in Biberach and Medical Neurosciences at the Charité in Berlin, he completed his PhD at the Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology in Martinsried, Germany. He gained valuable experience in preclinical and translational in vivo models of affective disorders, in particular in the fields of anxiety, depression, and addiction. Daniel was awarded the Max Planck Institute’s ‘Young Scientist Award 2019’ for his doctoral project, which was also published in Nature Neuroscience. As associate director at HMNC Brain Health, he is the project lead for a Phase II clinical trial and leading the biomarker team. Connect with Daniel: Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fdaniel_gehrlach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-daniel-gehrlach?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 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 #DanielGehrlach

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode we discuss Zac's background, what brought him to the Psychedelic Science conference, the founding of his organization Shefa (providing psychedelic support for Jewish communities), addressing pushback and cultural stigma, unlocking mysticism and the importance of having a solid foundation, individuals feeling lost trying to fit in, the crucial role of research in the psychedelic field, insights while attending the conference, and so much more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:12 - Zac's Background 02:51 - Pushback & Cultural Stigma 05:48 - The Bridge To Mysticism 08:30 - Discipline & Dangerous Wisdom 10:14 - Observations Around Community 11:52 - People Feeling Lost & Trying To Fit In 16:24 - Josh Schrei & The Emerald Podcast 17:13 - The Research is Young 19:40 - Branching Out 20:25 - Last Words 22:27 - Outro About Zac: Zac is a rabbi, community leader, and aspiring psychedelic-assisted chaplain based in Berkeley, CA. He holds an MA in Biblical literature and languages from UC Berkeley and the Graduate Theological Union and received rabbinic ordination from the head of the Jerusalem Rabbinical Court in 2012. As the founder and CEO of Shefa, Zac is pioneering a movement to integrate safe and supported psychedelic use into the Jewish spiritual tradition, advocate for individuals and communities to heal individual and inherited trauma and inspire a Jewish religious and creative renaissance in the 21st century. Connect with Zac: Website: https://www.shefaflow.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/zackamenetz Instagram: https://instagram.com/zackamenetz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-kamenetz-9b4588a4 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 #ZacKamenetz

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode we discuss Otto's background story, becoming the head of integration at Tandava Retreats, working with 5-MeO-DMT, his private practice "Soul & Psyche", the unique framework he's developed for guiding personal integration, the infancy of the integration space, reinforcing the feminine approach into integration work, Otto's first dieta experience, the amplified ego, his current projects, and so much more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:06 - Becoming A Part Of Tandava Retreats 02:05 - Working With 5-MeO-DMT, Ayahuasca 02:46 - His Private Practice "Soul & Psyche" 03:45 - The Infancy Of The Integration Space 06:48 - Reinforcing The Feminine Approach 15:20 - Otto's First Dieta Experience 16:36 - The Scarcity Mindset 20:53 - His Background Story 24:55 - The Amplified Ego 27:15 - Current Projects 28:46 - Outro About Otto: On the frontlines of the modern psychedelic renaissance, working for plant medicine retreat centers internationally as a facilitator, program director, and Integration specialist. Otto has gained unique insight into the process of what it means to live a life according to our nature, our personal mythos, and the guidance of a transcendent reality. With a deep and obsessive love for poetry, philosophy, raw and direct experiences with transcendent ritual, and relationship with the soul, Otto seeks beyond conventional notions of well-being and meaning offered in the modern therapeutic discussion. Connect with Otto: Website: https://www.soulpsyche.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/otto-maier-460903260?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 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 #OttoMaier

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode, we welcome back our frequent guest, Shiri Godasi, for our third in-depth conversation. We delve into her motivations for attending the Psychedelic Science conference. Throughout our discussion, we touch on a range of topics: from her experiences with psychedelic integration to the distinction between genuinely 'listening' and simply 'following trends' in the psychedelic space. We also discuss the evolution of the Psychedelic Science conference over the years, her aspirations for future improvements at these events, the unique collective energy known as 'Medicine Consciousness' felt at these gatherings, and so much more! Our Previous Conversations: 1st Interview: https://youtu.be/pZRSiP0zlMc 2nd Interview: https://youtu.be/OiWuKprilQs 00:00 - Introduction 01:17 - What Brings You To The Conference? 02:04 - The Journey Of Psychedelic Integration 04:42 - Listening Vs Following The Trends 06:30 - Notable Shifts In The 'Psychedelic Science' Conference 10:33 - Future Improvements For The Conferences 11:33 - Last Words Of Wisdom From Shiri 12:46 - The Medicine Consciousness 15:20 - Outro About Shiri: Shiri Godasi, M.A. is a psychedelic therapist, creative educator, visionary entrepreneur, author, and mother. Best known for her pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, she is the founder of multiple harm-reduction organizations and psychedelic training programs. She is passionate about creating a decentralized psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering people to step into radical authenticity & conscious leadership to co-create a just world. Connect with Shiri: www.psychedsoul.com www.psychedeliaintegration.org www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com Shiri's Social media: @The.psyched.soul - Instagram, Facebook + YouTube Free Audience Gifts: https://www.psychedsoul.com/freebies 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 #ShiriGodasi

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode, we discuss Cole's profound background story, what led him to working in the psychedelic medicine space, his involvement with "The Ibogaine Clinic" founded by Dr. David Dardashti, the essential protocols they follow when administering ibogaine, their dedication to thorough preparation work and aftercare, differences between iboga and ibogaine, their commitment to cultivating ibogaine sustainably, and much more! 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Cole's Background Story 04:53 - Dr. David Dardashti 08:38 - Protocols For Using Ibogaine 10:27 - The Ibogaine Clinic 12:52 - Preparation Work 13:54 - Iboga Vs Ibogaine 16:05 - Sustainability 17:55 - Outro About Cole: Cole is a Psychedelic Assisted Therapist and Advisor, focusing solely on researching and developing ibogaine treatment protocols to treat individuals suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and neurological disorders. His life is a whirlwind of ongoing education and research; all fueled by his immense passion for life, learning and helping others. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and receiving a degree in both Accounting and Finance, he turned his talents to Corporate Accounting and then on to Financial Advising. As a result of a hockey injury and being prescribed opioids things began to decline over the next several years, ultimately leading him to the Ibogaine Clinic where he met David Dardashti. What kindled Cole’s fiery passion about Ibogaine? First, he himself was treated by David Dardashti, for executive burnout and Suboxone dependence. This experience was so profound he left the financial world behind and joined his mentor David Dardashti, where he has been learning and developing ibogaine treatment protocols under David’s guidance. David Dardashti, founder of the Ibogaine Clinic has helped over 3,500 individuals since establishment 15 years ago. He credits his learning and abilities to 37 years of study of the Talmud and Kabbalah. His studies include the inner workings of the human psyche – both conscious and subconscious – and the role it plays in trauma and substance abuse. In response to a dramatic increase in substance abuse, depression, and PTSD, David began the development of an Ibogaine treatment program and medical research center, the original Ibogaine Clinic also known as Ibogaine by David Dardashti. Connect with Cole: Website: https://ibogaineclinic.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colebarressi 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 #ColeBarressi

Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado! In this episode we delve into Lena and Jeff's background story and what brought both of them to work with psychedelic medicine. We discuss the distinction between a psychedelic-assisted therapist and a medicine person, their structured healing program "The EAST Method", their microdosing program "Embody", and their partnership with "The Bonefrog Foundation" - helping veterans with TBI (traumatic brain injury) and combat-induced PTSD. 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:32 - Introduction 01:44 - Lena's Background 03:29 - Jeff's Background 06:49 - Medicine People 08:21 - The Medicine Path 12:21 - The Intention Is One 13:42 - The EAST Method, Embody 17:24 - The Bonefrog Foundation 20:40 - Last Words Of Wisdom 23:41 - Outro About Lena: Lena grew up in a hybrid Vietnamese Buddhist and Southern Presbyterian home. Her mother, originating from the Mahayana Buddhist tradition, taught her meditation and spiritual rituals when she was a young child. Lena grew up traveling back and forth from Vietnam visiting her family in the Mekong Delta. These spiritual roots deeply inform her life’s work of teaching meditation and ancient forms of spiritual healing to the world. During Lena’s first year in graduate school, her beloved Vietnamese mother suddenly passed from a stroke. This traumatic loss returned Lena to the spiritual seeds her mother planted within her. Lena went on to study ancient healing traditions abroad, including in Peru where she received her healer’s rites from the Q’ero Shamanic Tribe. Lena’s intelligent integration of meditation, transpersonal psychology, energy medicine and shamanism is an integrative and powerful approach to multi-dimensional healing. Lena’s unique work has been featured in the New York Times, Yoga Magazine and The Telegraph in addition to TV networks such as Bravo and Lifetime. About Jeff: Jeff is a Shaman, Energy Medicine Man, and Conscious Business leader. Merging the ancient traditions and modern science, Jeff integrates his successful business experience with his passion for the healing work he’s called to share with humanity. Jeff’s formal education includes earning a BS in Biology and Physics with advanced studies in Integrative Energy Medicine, Intuitive Medicine, Energy Psychology and Clinical Hypnotherapy. Jeff has trained with and been initiated into numerous Shamanic tribes and was given the opportunity to learn from Shamans in China, Tibet and Peru, the traditional healing power of Plant Medicines. Now, Jeff is seeing clients from all over the globe for deep energetic, soul healing in addition to staying active in the Conscious Business space. Jeff has been featured on TV networks such as Lifetime and Discovery and has written for magazines and books. Links: Website: https://www.theeastinstitute.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamlenafranklin?mibextid=LQQJ4d Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeffGlattsteinEnergyMedicine?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamlenafranklin?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffglattstein?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 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 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.

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