Psychedelic Conversations

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 92: In this episode we discuss Jackson's background story, how he was introduced to plant medicines, understanding that psychedelics are a foot in the door and not a cure, creating a wisdom lineage in a communal setting, the benefits of microdosing, experiencing PTSD as a former policeman, understanding preparation work, the importance of having a healthy routine and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:18 - Introduction 02:46 - Jackson's Background 09:02 - Psychedelics Are Not A Cure 14:30 - Actualising The Vision 20:54 - Creating A Wisdom Lineage 24:09 - The Importance Of Community 29:42 - Benefits Of Microdosing 35:51 - Experiencing PTSD As An Ex-Cop 42:59 - Is There Hope For The Future? 50:21 - Understanding Preparation Work 1:03:07 - Having A Healthy Routine 1:11:38 - Last Words 1:15:47 - Outro About Jackson: Jackson is a podcast host and retired police officer who hosts two podcasts. He served 10 years as an officer policing the same high-crime neighborhoods he grew up in, spent the majority of his career on tactical teams, gang units and violent crime impact teams. During his time on the force, he witnessed some of the most horrific things. He was in high-stress and volatile situations on a nearly nightly basis until he was diagnosed with PTSD and told to retire. This sent him into a deep depression that was on and off for 7-8 years which lead him to move to the remote island of Kauai with his daughter and wife at the time where they were immersed in the culture for almost four years and then moved back to California, San Diego. Jackson never resorted to anti-depressants although they were offered many times, instead took the path of healing holistically with the plant medicine, diet, exercise mindfulness and Brazilian Jiujitsu. He also traveled to the Amazon jungle and taken part in multiple ayahuasca ceremonies, multiple personal journeys with psilocybin and have recently started introducing micro-dosing into his regimen. The IncreaseLife podcast is where he shares the light and the wisdom that he cultivated through his suffering, interviewing people who can speak to various holistic modalities. The Soul Rollers podcast is where he discusses Jiujitsu, Life and Self Mastery. His goal is to become the best version of himself while helping others to join and do the same. Connect with Jackson: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@jacksongage Instagram: https://instagram.com/theincreaselife?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 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 #JacksonGage #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 91: In this episode we discuss Nicole & Megan's background story, what brought them into the plant medicine space, current thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, COVID being a catalyst, their current projects at Zenchronicity, the twelve psilocybin strains they choose to work with, being divine disruptors, healing generational DNA and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:13 - Introduction 02:40 - Their Background Story 13:33 - Is Plant Medicine Enough? 18:13 - The Healing Journey 23:14 - The Psychedelic Renaissance 28:29 - Was COVID A Catalyst? 34:39 - Their Projects, Community 46:12 - Psilocybin Strains 57:56 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:00:40 - Divine Disruptors 1:03:46 - Outro About Megan: Megan Michelena is a certified holistic nutritionist, health coach, trauma-informed yoga teacher and psychedelic therapy expert. She is the co-founder of Zenchronicity, a program that supports members in healing trauma through microdosing. Megan is an expert in psilocybin, the studies of shifting neuroplasticity, balancing one’s masculine and feminine energies, utilizing meditation to calm the nervous system, reprogramming traumas through plant medicine and the TFAR theory of mindfulness. She is also a gifted astrologer and precious stone jewelry maker whose passion is helping people heal and discover their innate selves to thrive optimally in all parts of their lives. About Nicole: Nicole Michelena is a certified yoga instructor, psilocybin expert and the co-founder of Zenchronicity, an intimate group program that supports members in healing trauma through microdosing. She is an expert in the studies of shifting neuroplasticity, balancing one’s masculine and feminine energies, utilizing meditation to calm the nervous system, reprogramming traumas through plant medicine and the TFAR theory of mindfulness. Nicole is passionate about mental health reform and helps people in their overall body, mind and spirit reconnection. Connect with Nicole and Megan: Zenchronicity Website: https://www.zenchronicity222.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity_sisters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity_podcast/ 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 #SusanGuner #NicoleMichelena #MeganMichelena

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 90: In this episode we discuss Charles' self-awareness journey, the importance of having passion and purpose, why he has chosen to work with ketamine, ketamine for the treatment of addiction, the upcoming documentary "Lighter", supporting the veteran community, offerings at his company "MY Self Wellness", western vs psychedelic medicine and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:33 - Introduction 02:33 - Charles' Self-Awareness Journey 12:59 - Having Passion And Purpose 15:40 - Why Choose Ketamine For Therapy? 22:50 - The Stigma Towards Ketamine 29:49 - Ketamine For The Treatment Of Addiction 35:24 - Upcoming Documentary "Lighter" 36:46 - The Veteran Community 39:38 - More About "MY Self Wellness" 40:57 - Precautions For Taking Ketamine 44:22 - Western Vs Psychedelic Medicine 50:00 - Last Words 51:47 - Outro About Charles: Charles Patti is the Chief Brand Officer of MY Self Wellness, a ketamine clinic based in Bonita Springs, Florida. The clinic serves clients locally and from all over the country and world. He is a frequent speaker in the psychedelic industry and recently appeared on national Fox Business show “Kennedy,” to share his knowledge about why ketamine is a valuable first line of defense for those suffering from depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Charles has an incredible story of his own self-healing through the use of psychedelic compounds. He is on a quest to help others heal, transform communities and disrupt the mental health industry by showing that psychedelic ketamine therapy is a long-term solution and an effective alternative from conventional medication that only treats symptoms, often with negative side effects. About MY Self Wellness: MY Self Wellness is comprised of a multidisciplinary group of psychiatrists, registered nurses, infusion specialists, and integration specialists. The center offers an array of services, including Ketamine Therapy, IV Vitamin Infusions, Peptide Therapy, Medical Cannabis Recommendations, Integrative Nutrition Services and Counseling. It exists to assist clients suffering from depression, anxiety, drug addiction, PTSD and more by combining the healing benefits of Ketamine with new lifestyle practices for a full mental reset. Connect with Charles: Website: https://myselfwellness.center/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@myselfwellness2175 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-patti-5758071a3 Instagram: https://instagram.com/my.self.wellness?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 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 #CharlesPatti

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 89: In this episode we discuss Justin's background story, what brought him into this work, why Justin and his team have chosen to focus specifically on LSD microdosing, the legal system in Australia regarding psychedelics, the clinical trials at MindBio Therapeutics, the stigma of LSD being a man-made lab drug, the mission at MindBio Therapeutics and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:17 - Introduction 02:42 - Justin's Background 04:16 - Why LSD Microdosing? 11:24 - The Legal System In Australia 15:22 - What Happens After Phase 2? 18:00 - The Microdosing Protocol 22:26 - Foraging For Mushrooms 26:01 - LSD Being A Man-Made Drug 32:03 - The Mission At MindBio Therapeutics 42:14 - Do You Get Any Pushback? 47:45 - The Importance Of Going Public 49:20 - Last Words 53:02 - Outro About Justin: Justin is a co-founder at MindBio Therapeutics - a biotechnology company pioneering research into novel psychedelic medicines to treat mental health conditions. MindBio is the only company in the world to have clinical trials approved for LSD take-home use after successfully completing a Phase 1 LSD-Microdosing clinical trial in 2022. Two separate Phase 2 take-home LSD-Microdosing trials are fully funded and due to start shortly. With a scientific team of 18 staff, MindBio is developing a Microdosing treatment protocol for at-home use and is developing a targeted treatment, formulation and digital intervention for scaling these treatments in the primary health system. The company employs artificial intelligence applications to ensure the safe dosage, use, and administration of psychedelic medicines while pioneering microdosing clinical studies to treat a range of medical conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic disorder, chronic pain, and opiate addictions, enabling mental health patients to get new and emerging treatment alternatives. Connect with Justin: Website: https://www.mindbiotherapeutics.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinhanka 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 #JustinHanka #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 88: In this episode we discuss Chor's background story, what brought him into this work, the difference between facilitators and shamans working with Iboga, medicine providers who haven't gone through initiation or training, mistaking suffering for disconnection to the soul, Chor's thoughts on healing trauma, the Bwiti tribes and traditions, the harm reduction aspect, having certain expectations or resistance when working with the medicine, all about SoulCentro and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:23 - Introduction 01:56 - Chor's Background 05:16 - Facilitators Vs Shamans 07:39 - The Importance Of Initiation 10:08 - Providers Without Training 15:02 - Disconnection, Not Suffering 18:54 - Thoughts On Healing Trauma 27:30 - The Bwiti Tribes And Traditions 40:36 - The Harm Reduction Aspect 46:15 - Expectations, Resistance 53:42 - SoulCentro Retreats 58:56 - Outro About Chor: Chor is an ordained Healer (Shaman) from the BWÉTÉ tradition and has been working with IBOGA for 10 years. He is also a professional artist by way of the aerosol culture and have been for the past 30 years. He has dedicated his life to the way of the truth after receiving healing from IBOGA and reunited with his ancestry lineage and the medicine path. He’s the co-founder of SoulCentro - iboga retreats in Costa Rica. Connect with Chor: Website: https://soulcentro.com/ 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 #ChorBoogie

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 87: In this episode we discuss Levi and Leo's background story and how they came into this work, the unique experience of Iboga and its long-term benefits, the history of Iboga and it's origins, how the medicine is served in a ceremonial setting + dosage, Ibogas purgative effects, managing fear and trust within a ceremony and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:22 - Introduction 02:47 - Levi's Journey 05:35 - Iboga And Its Origins 11:20 - Leo's Background 18:07 - Experiencing Iboga 24:13 - Dealing With Pushback 28:16 - Managing Fear, Trust 35:49 - The Longterm Effects 39:08 - Levi's Crew In Costa Rica 43:00 - Ibogas Purgative Effects 46:24 - The History Of Iboga 47:55 - Microdosing Iboga 49:35 - Ceremonial Dose 52:25 - Health Implications 56:40 - Last Words 1:05:57 - Outro About Levi: Levi is an expert iboga provider that helps people heal with some of life's most difficult problems. People come from all over the world to Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica to deal with problems of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, substance addictions and non-substance addictions. Iboga is a small shrub from West Central Africa in the countries of Gabon, Cameroon and the Congo. Iboga has been used for centuries by indigenous people and more recently has made its way to the Western world. The Bwiti tradition focuses on universal truths of our life to guide us to living a full happy life. The Bwiti tradition is a set of tools we can draw on to guide us in life to making the right decisions for ourselves, self-love, managing the mind and to give thanks for the most precious gift, our life. Levi has a deep relationship with Iboga that continues to bless and evolve. Working with over 1400 people during the iboga process with care and dedication, Levi continues to dedicate his life to living the Bwiti path, and deepening the relationship with iboga. About Leo: Leo is an Australian environmental engineer, adventurer, author and apprentice of plant medicines. Early in his adult life he suffered from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and treatment-resistant depression. At a point of desperation, he began working with indigenous plant medicines in 2016 to heal IBS, his gut, and his brain. It worked. In 2018 Leo was initiated into Fang Dissumba Bwiti at Ebando in Gabon. He has continued working with and learning about plant medicines since, moving to South America in 2020 to continue his studies. Leo is passionate about helping ensure plant medicine's; thriving, longevity, respectful use and conservation. His first book "The Iboga Experience" was released in February 2023. His second book "Mind Engineering" will be released in late 2024. Links: Instagram: https://instagram.com/leo.vanv?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Leo's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Iboga-Experience-Stories-experiences-transforms/dp/B0BW2WR6Z6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1FGY1HW46PYBA&keywords=the+iboga+experience&qid=1682442615&sprefix=the+iboga+e%2Caps%2C1780&sr=8-1 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. 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 #LeviBarker #LeoVanVeenendal

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 86: In this episode we discuss Brendon's background story, health benefits of cannabis, the legal landscape regarding this plant medicine, women in cannabis development, the stigmatization of cannabis and gender inclusivity, cannabis being psychedelic, advocating for safe and responsible consumption, and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:59 - Introduction 03:31 - Brendon's Background 07:06 - What Is Cannabis? 11:13 - Cannabis Sovereignty 17:35 - Medicinal Compounds Of Cannabis 23:15 - Stigmatization, Gender Inclusivity 33:41 - The Legal Landscape 42:09 - Is Cannabis A Psychedelic? 48:51 - Advocating For Safe Use 55:20 - Addiction, Abuse 59:33 - Last Words 1:05:54 - Outro About Brendon: Brendon is a Cannabis Horticulture Development Specialist, Phytopharmaceutical (Controlled Plant Medicines & Substances) Expert with an emphasis in Plant Agriculture Development from the University of Guelph. A Food Production Specialist with over twenty (20) years of progressive experience in production, quality control and marketing of a wide variety of fresh foods, vegetables, trees, medicinal, and herbal species. Completed multiple training in quality control, plant production technologies and customer service to enhance skills and management competencies. Outstanding research and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Connect with Brendon: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendon-roberts-184a2286 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 #BrendonRoberts #PsychedelicPodcast

Laurie Brooks, a cancer survivor and mother of four, shares her inspiring healing journey using magic mushrooms and cannabis oil. She discusses embracing uncertainty and the transformative power of psychedelics in facing illness. Laurie reveals her emotional experiences while filming her documentary and highlights a new initiative, Gathering Groups, aimed at fostering connection. Her encounters with influential figures like Dennis McKenna and Gabor Maté further enriched her journey, blending humor and resilience as she navigated life's challenges.

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 84: In this episode we discuss Ben's background, what brought him to this work, how psychedelics are becoming an alternative to SSRIs, understanding serotonin syndrome/toxicity, having the correct approach to microdosing, current observations on the psychedelic renaissance, the differences between ayahuasca and mescaline, Ben's offerings and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:29 - Introduction 03:43 - Ben's Background 07:00 - Tapering Off SSRIs 12:00 - Serotonin Syndrome/Toxicity 21:54 - Replacing SSRIs With Psychedelics 36:02 - The Right Approach To Microdosing 46:01 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 50:49 - Ayahuasca And Mescaline 55:53 - LSD And Psilocybin 57:47 - Ben's Offerings 1:01:55 - Outro About Ben: Psychopharmacology Consultant and Psychedelic Educator. Psychiatric Pharmacist offering psychopharmacology consulting and education relating to psychedelic pharmacology and their potential for interaction with psychiatric medication. Connect With Ben: https://spiritpharmacist.com/ Free Guides, Webinars, and Resources: Blog Page: https://spiritpharmacist.com/blog/ Antidepressant and Psychedelic Drug Interaction and Tapering Guide: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/ADpsychedelicGuide Breakthrough Psychedelics at a Glance: MDMA, Psilocybin, Ketamine https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/pl/2147604511 Navigating Psychedelics and Psychotropics: Bridging the Gap https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/pl/2147568032 Five Guide: Pharmacology and Drug Interactions of 5-MeO-DMT https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/opt-in-FiveGuide 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 #BenjaminMalcolm

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 83: In this episode we discuss Justin's background, what brought him to this work, his experience working with high doses of psilocybin, finding the correct dose for an individual, how psychedelics tend to bring up past trauma, current observations on the psychedelic renaissance, advice for individuals wanting to attend a retreat, Justin's current projects and so much more! Article by Justin on how to find the right retreat: https://psychedelichealth.co.uk/2023/03/22/evaluating-psychedelic-retreats/ 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:47 - Introduction 03:02 - Justin's Background 05:58 - Working With Macrodoses 11:06 - Finding The Correct Dose For An Individual 18:39 - Do Psychedelics Always Bring Up Trauma? 29:57 - The Ongoing Training At MycoMeditations 36:45 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 48:43 - Justin's Advice For Selecting A Retreat 52:21 - Current Projects, Offerings 55:03 - Outro About Justin: Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations with experience as an advisor to start-ups, most recently in the healthcare space, Justin brings a blend of business acumen, leadership skills and a nose for futuristic health models to the MycoMeditations team. As CEO and also a retreat facilitator, Justin has overseen psilocybin sessions for over 1000 individuals and has administered thousands of high doses (consistently in the range of 5-15g) in group environments of 8-12 people. With a deep understanding of psychological frameworks—transpersonal and depth psychology—as well as holotropic breathwork, Justin is able to facilitate cathartic experiences through high doses, group work, and severe cases of trauma, depression, anxiety from individuals. As a direct result of Justin’s expertise, MycoMeditations is able to assist those with severe cases and offer a solution that would otherwise not be available to these individuals. Connect with Justin: Website: https://www.mycomeditations.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MycoMeditations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycomeditations/ 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 #JustinTownsend #PsychedelicPodcast