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The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 90 - The Graceful, Expansive, Integrative Unpacking of it ALL!Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Ryan. IntroductionIn today's fast-paced world, the lines between passion, addiction, and productivity often blur. Understanding the neurological underpinnings of dopamine addiction can be a powerful step towards personal growth and fulfillment. This podcast delves into the journeyof addressing dopamine addiction while striving for a meaningful life aligned with one's fullest potential.Harnessing Energy and Finding QuietudeEnergy flows, whether we desire it or not. It’s crucial to channel it productively, lest it become a d...2025-02-1637 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 85 - A Journey to Devotion: Embracing Life with a New PerspectiveWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Ben. A first time exploring psychedelics in the therapeutic manner. In the realm of personal growth, the journey often begins as an intellectual pursuit, a quest to explore and understand the world around us. It is a journey filled with reading, studying, and engaging with others about topics of interest, and it becomes a map of exploration and discovery. For Ben, this path led to an unexpected encounter that initiated profound personal transformation.Finding His PathThe w...2025-01-0526 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 84 - The Commitment, Long Journey. And IntegrationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. In our fourth installment we drop in with Travis once again. IntroductionIn life’s journey, there are moments that test the core of our individuality. Personal battles with addiction often present some of the most profound trials. Travis''s exploration and reflections on these battles unveil a long, winding path toward understanding himself better and learning the art of liberation from substance reliance.The AwakeningWhen he first embarked on this podcast with Dr. Ryan, the cravings felt inexplicably strong. As someone wh...2024-12-2931 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 83 - Journey into the Unknown: Steps to Clarity.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we reconnect with Travis for the third part of a four part segment. Universal ConnectionsThe realizations from this experience are profound, suggesting a connection to something much greater than ourselves—an energy that transcends human understanding and invites us to acknowledge an existence beyond earthly constraints.Awareness and Personal GrowthReflecting on the past weeks, the awareness of patterns and emotional responses in his life has been transformative. Despite enduring personal losses—like the passing of his dog and a belo...2024-12-2929 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 82 - Discovering Inner Peace Through Challenges. Reality and Trusting ProcessWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop back in with Travis. In this episode I reconnect with him directly after his session. In an era where seeking self-awareness and healing often uncovers unexpected paths, one man's journey intertwines meditation, self-realization, and the use of psilocybin mushrooms. This is the story of discovering stillness amidst internal chaos and finding a community that resonates through collective tales of struggle and triumph.Awakening and Awareness"I'm not, like, bouncing all over the place. I'm just still. I'm very content."2024-12-2320 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 81 - The Invitation: Witnessing the DarknessWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Travis and he will walk with us on a multiple episode journey towards wholeness. This episode is the invitation. Feeling Lost and Finding HopeForty-eight hours ago, Travis found himself in an emotional abyss. Lying in bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, He found himself confronting dark thoughts and an unsettling reality. The thought of never having another drink seemed unbearable, and he didn't know how to live without alcohol. At the same time, he was haunted by the certainty...2024-12-1516 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 80 - Embracing Self-Alignment and Inner Knowing: The Full Body Yes!Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in and visit Kaya. Kaya has been devoted to her healing her entire life and specifically integrating with psychedelics for the last 5 years. Rediscovering Inner ResonanceIn our journey through life, we often encounter moments that challenge our sense of belonging within a community. This is an invitation to dive deep within ourselves, to ask, "What am I seeing? What am I feeling?" It's a courageous inquiry, especially when those feelings don't align with the dominant atmosphere around us. But...2024-12-0822 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 79 - Embracing the "Now Path" Honest Devotion to IntegrationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we dive in with Amy. Embracing 'The Now Path'The "Now Path" is a journey filled with compassion, particularly compassion for oneself. In the past, I may have reserved my compassion solely for others, but the 'now' demands self-compassion. It means accepting our past lessons, celebrating our growth, and not being defined by past injustices or regrets. The present moment is where our power lies, where we have the most control—control that can manifest in healthy ways, like managing what we consume or ens...2024-12-0130 min
Psychedelic ConversationsPsychedelic Conversations | Ryan Westrum - Psychedelic Psychologist #141Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!
Episode 141:
In this episode, we explore Ryan’s fascinating journey into psychedelics, which began with a profound psilocybin experience at the age of 12, and how this shaped his life’s work in transpersonal psychology, psychedelic integration, and end-of-life care. We delve into topics like the transformative power of psychedelics, the importance of integration, and how Ryan’s work as an end-of-life doula intersects with these practices. Ryan also shares his thoughts on self-agency, the current psychedelic renaissance, and the spiritual and practical aspects of surrender and humili...2024-12-0148 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 78 - Embracing Healing: A Journey of Sobriety, Empathy, and Self-CompassionWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Guy. A passionate spirit who tells his story of overcoming addiction and finding happiness. Sharing that with the psychedelic experiences he now is touching emotions he has never felt. A Reflection on Family and EmpathyIn the journey towards healing and sobriety, one often revisits the past, shedding light on relationships and the depths of personal experiences. For Guy, reflecting on his relationship with his father was a profound step in this journey. Coming from a challenging background, his father...2024-11-2425 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 77 - Psychedelic Bridges: A Couple's Narrative on Healing and GrowthWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we connect with Ray and Giuseppe. In today's unique conversation, we delve into the transformative journeys of Ray and Giuseppe, a couple bridging the physical distance between Rome and Berlin, yet united in exploring the profound impacts of psychedelics on personal growth and healing. This discussion offers insights into their experiences, feelings, and the opportunities these journeys opened for healing and personal transformation.The Beginning of a Transcendent PathGiuseppe's journey with psychedelics began with a recreational approach, initially marked by resistance a...2024-11-1723 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 76 - Spirit and Consciousness: Integrating Spirituality into Daily LifeWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week with drop in with Giuseppe. We discuss his journey into the world of psychedelics which was anything but conventional. Initially, he shares his relationship with substances was fraught with challenges. This began during a difficult period, notably through experiences with LSD, as he shares intimate memories of the past. Despite the hurdles, these experiences ultimately became gateways to self-exploration and deepened his intuitive abilities.The Transition from Recreation to Revelation"When I first encountered psychedelics, my mindset was recreational. However, these...2024-11-1028 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 75 - Journey to Self: Lakshmi’s Journey Through Trauma into Transformation and Living IntegratedWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Lakshmi. IntroductionIn today's episode, we welcome a remarkable guest, Lakshmi, who courageously shares her story of transformation and healing. Her experience offers profound insights into the journey of self-discovery, trauma recovery, and the role of psychedelics in unearthing personal truths. At the end of this discussion, we will delve into aftercare grounding techniques, essential for integrating such transformative experiences. Finding My Voice"I'm coming in calm, though a little nervous," Lakshmi begins, articulating t...2024-11-0337 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 74 - Loss, Trauma, and Transformation: A Journey Through Psychedelics The Unexpected Path of HealingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Adam. In the Eye of Transformation: Witness Adam's heartwarming story of courage and healing through the lens of psychedelics. Explore the delicate dance between spirituality and reality, all while embracing love and self-acceptance. A journey not to be missed.The Call to Exploratory HealingInitially, Adam viewed psychedelics with a mixture of fascination and terror. Having never ventured into their use, he diligently followed the research with cautious curiosity. Drowning in the aftermath of head traumas from an athletic...2024-10-2726 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 73 - The Turning Point: Trust, Prudence, and the Journey to Self-LoveWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Kristin. She shares an intimate story of the continued healing journey of her concussion with psychedelic medicine. Kristin states: "After my first encounter, life took a drastic turn. I suffered from a severe concussion that left me unable to walk, work, or drive. I had exhausted every conventional treatment—every medicine, doctor, and physical therapy—with no success. I found myself at an impasse, but thankfully, my partner believed in a different path and refused to accept hopelessness as the answer."2024-10-2024 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 72 - Psychedelic Mamma: Love and Trust - The Journey of Unconditional ConnectionWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. In this special episode I drop in with The Psychedelic Mamma, my mother Sandra. She dives deep with me surrounding what's it's like to walk with me, support me as a mother and be unconditionally loving, trust me and be the ultimate guide. Having never done psychedelics, Sandra provides a wonderful road map for parents and family members to sit with and hold space for children and family members engaging and curious about psychedelics. Ryan and his mother drop in to serious subjects with a softness that levitates the conversation.2024-10-1340 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 71 -Celebrating the 5th Anniversary of The Psychedelic Integration Handbook: A Journey of Evolution and Personal TransformationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week I dive into the celebration of the 5th anniversary and reprinting of The Psychedelics Integration Handbook. In this special celebration, I am thrilled to announce the fifth anniversary of my book, The Psychedelic Integration Handbook. This revised and re-edited edition is now available internationally on Amazon in both paperback and hardcover formats, with a digital version coming soon. This book is not just a collection of words but a vibrant, organic substance that invites you to explore psychedelic integration in a way that is uniquely yours. L...2024-10-0623 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 70 - Standing with Self, in Self- Resiliency through treatment, trauma and into transformation.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Madison. She tells her transparent and deeply transformational story with a great sense of strength, courage and humble humor. We dive into an intimate conversation around her healing journey through an eating disorder and the balancing act of taking back her body, her emotions, and her spirit all the while releasing control."I've been in therapy and seen a psychiatrist for over 15 years. Intensive treatment for an eating disorder 10 years ago changed my life. As a parent and professional, managing stress is a...2024-09-2931 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 69 - Embracing Self-Compassion - Awakening to the Inner SelfWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with David. Getting a beautiful chance to reflect and rediscover his healing path.When the time comes to embark on another session, it's important to recognize that this is not his first journey. With each session, he's become increasingly attuned to his body and its signals. These experiences open up numerous pathways for self-recalibration and addressing deeply rooted issues. Each session becomes an opportunity to focus on specific traumas from his past and navigate through them.The Call for Growth2024-09-2231 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 68 - From Medications to Medicines: Trauma, Trust, and Transformation with PsychedelicsWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Amy. A light of devotion to oneself. Amy is coming in very grounded and excited. She describes her state as a combination of feeling rooted and joyful, without being swept away. We're embarking on something new today - a candid discussion about the reality of psychedelics and their integration into her life.The Draw to Psychedelic Therapy - "For me, medications weren't the solution. I wasn’t healing; I was stuck. I was merely existing, not living. Then, my life took a d...2024-09-1528 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 67 - Rediscovering Authenticity: Finding the Magic in the Mundane- Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Thomas. Magic in the authentic self. When frustrations creep in, I start to lose the magic in everyday moments. It's a gentle reminder to be kinder to myself and those around me. Finding balance and staying true to who I am is an ongoing journey. Emotions can be complicated. They don't always align with who we are or what we want to feel. In those moments when we're less gentle with ourselves and those around us, we lose our g...2024-09-0824 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 66 -Embracing the Unspoken: A Journey Through Psychedelic ExplorationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Tim.In today's fast-paced world, finding moments to pause and reflect can be challenging. Yet, embracing stillness and introspection can profoundly impact one's mental and emotional well-being. This podcast delves into a conversation between Ryan, a psychedelic psychologist, and Tim, an individual who bravely shares his experiences with psychedelic therapy. As they explore themes of embodiment, empowerment, and the delicate dance between clarity and integration, we uncover the transformative potential of these sessions.Tim emphasizes the subconscious benefits of his...2024-09-0133 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 65 - From Trauma to Triumph: My Path to StrengthWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist, this week I am humbled and grateful to connect with John. In the past several years, John has been on an incredible journey of transformation and healing. This journey has not only been about coming to terms with himself but also about addressing deep-seated family trauma and understanding life's broader complexities.Embracing the JourneyJohn began this path by focusing inward, nurturing a vital connection with himself. This self-exploration was the foundation of his broader healing process. As a transgender individual, this journey was f...2024-08-2527 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 64 -Embracing the Unknown: A Journey of Letting GoWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we drop in with Terrence.In our fast-paced, ever-evolving world, taking a moment to breathe, let go, and surrender to possibilities is a luxury many crave but few attain. This week's guest on The Psychedelic Psychologist is Terrence, a person whose life journey is deeply intertwined with psychedelic experiences and mindfulness. Together, Terrence and Ryan explore the concepts of letting go and surrendering, not just in the context of psychedelics but as universal life practices.The Art of Letting GoRyan opens...2024-08-1830 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 63 -Embracing Symbiotic Exchanges: A Journey Through Psychedelic HealingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we connect with Mary Gold. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often forget to take a moment for ourselves, to ground, breathe, and understand the beauty of symbiotic exchanges. Just as bees and flowers need each other to thrive, so do we need the gifts of each other and the universe to truly blossom. This episode delves into the enriching world of psychedelia and how it has transformed the lives of many, including a remarkable journey shared between Ryan, the host of "The P...2024-08-1126 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 62 - Different Modalities - Expanding One's ConsciousnessWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Paul, we dive into all expanded states. All the different models. How we interact, live our life. Holding light, courage to go into the work. Integrating life. If you are looking for support please visit healingsoulsllc.com2024-08-0435 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 61 - Shadow, Sober, Hungry Ghost. Setting it Down.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we talk to Emma, a beautiful spirit and person who describes the importance of the time between your work. Furthermore, the importance of genetics, socio-economic discovery. She also talks deeply about grief and loss of people that they connect with. The most important thing we discuss is being with grief and loss without medicine. If you are looking for support with integration please visit healingsoulsllc.com 2024-07-2827 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 60 - Being Gentle, Somatic Healing and Feeling It All!Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we connect with Nina. She provides a beautiful landscape of her personal journey. In our conversation we talk all things psychedelic; specifically, touching on the details of relationship with the sitter, the importance of being gentle and the deep connection and re-connection to the body. If you are looking for support in your integration work please see healingsoulsllc.com2024-07-2125 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 59 - Facing Healing Through Patience and PerspectiveWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Jerry. The conversation is full of insight surrounding the importance of setting, intention and finding peace and understanding in the life we live. Specifically, we dive into the topics of grief, loss and overcoming pain. Jerry articulates and shares wisdom of both the importance of safety in working with medicine and the value of processing with devote integration.If you are looking for support integrating please visit healingsoulsllc.com2024-07-1431 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 58 - Diving into Discovery and the Unknown -- Self Love, Self - CompassionWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week I am grateful to be joined by Genovieve, she comes with honesty, integrity and a deep sense of rediscovered self-love and compassion. Within our conversation we talk about the difference of discovery and the unknown within the healing of psychedelics.Through a deep need to rediscover oneself Genovieve learns that playing in the uncertainty provides her the healing she needs. Furthermore, she recently learns within a session that as a child she was not left alone but rather was her own provider and protector....2024-07-0730 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 57 - Re-calibrating, Looking at it All, and Intentional UseWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week Tom shares his story of how he found psychedelics, what he is uncovering with the intentional use of psychedelics like MDMA and psilocybin. He paints a fantastic picture of the importance of having a skill set prior to working with psychedelics and in so he is able to re-calibrate his spirit, body, mind and heart. Much of the conversation is devoted to the importance of integrating the work for as long as it feels right. Tom goes on to share the value of "looking at it a...2024-06-3029 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 56 - Language of Love - Language of SelfWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we reconnect with Kaya, and her transformational healing journey with plant medicine. In this installment we talk about all things "planted", growing, nurturing. She explains her innate process she has with listening to herself and the way it has developed into her own personal system to work on herself. Along the way she describes a wonderful way of witnessing the importance of taping into expanded states of consciousness without substances. Kaya, brings a greater awareness to the way one walks in the world of healing through l...2024-06-2327 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 55 - A New Path A Healing PathWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we have the wonderful opportunity to connect with Domenic. New to psychedelics he shares his motivations, healing from cancer and the spiritual experience that has brought him deep healing. In his exploration for healing he was called to psychedelics and a synchronicity that provided him a journey he will never forget. Throughout this conversation he shares details of memories of the experience and integration into his life. 2024-06-1630 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 54 - Returning and RevisitingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. I'm back, revisiting, reflecting and integrating all things psychedelic. Sarah and I dive into the importance of integration and preparation within the lens of reviewing, reflecting and simply exploring when it feels right. We talk about the difference between a mushroom experience verse an MDMA experience and the physical, emotional and spiritual feelings that are healed during these journeys. Sarah also provides a wonderful description of the importance of a trusted guide and the deep value in being with someone for a long time. Sarah brings a...2024-06-0932 min
Behavioral Health Integration"The New World of Psychedelic's" Interview with Dr. Ryan Westrum, PhD and Richard O'BannonIn this special BHI episode I had the honor of having Dr. Ryan Westrum, PhD and returning special guest Richard O'Bannon on the show.
Dr. Ryan Westrum, PhD, MA. is a nationally recognized psychedelic integration expert. For more than 15 years, his primary focus has been working with individuals and groups facilitating experiential therapy and integrating psychedelic journeys into healing and personal transformation. Ryan speaks on myriad of topics and leads experiential groups, like dreamwork integration therapy and psychedelic integration groups. The founder of healingsoulsllc.com and psychedelicintegration.net; Ryan offers a multitude of models ranging from hypnosis...2024-04-0651 min
Soul Path PodcastSOUL PATH PODCAST : HIDDEN SECRETS CAN MANIFEST | DR. RYAN WESTRUM | EPISODE 2 CONNECT WITH DR. RYAN WESTRUM :LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ryan-westrum-939460a5Website: https://www.healingsoulsllc.com/JOIN THE SOUL PATH COMMUNITY :Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh8a0bfRFMo3c9QKwtmy6WQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulpathpodcast/Keep on the Soul Path! 🔥2023-09-2545 min
Tapped Into Psychedelics#27 - Psychedelic Integration, Preparation and Expectations with Dr. Ryan WestrumSend us a textHello everyone, and welcome back to another great interview with our wonderful guest, Dr. Ryan Westrum. Ryan is the founder and visionary mind of Healing Souls, and has been a shamanic energy healer and mental health practitioner for over 20 years. Ryan leverages his background in traditional therapeutic methods and infuses his work with holistic, shamanic energy practices that empower individuals to take charge of their spiritual identity and behaviour. Ryan earned his Doctorate of Psychology from Sofia University, San Francisco. He also has an M.A. degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from t...2023-08-0157 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 53 - Integration, Incubating and The Time it Needs To SettleWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we dive into the value of incubating and letting the integration process take hold after the importance of reflection, time under the bridge and ultimately the chance to breath following a session. In this conversation we learn the importance of taking a journey when it calls to you, and also remembering to be prepared for the unexpected. If you are looking for psychedelic integration support, please:The Psychedelics Integration HandbookHealingsoulsllc.com2023-05-0717 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 52 - Autonomous Companionship: A Couples Story of Love, Integration and TrustWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. In the one year anniversary of this podcast I am thrilled and honored to share the story of Eric and Lynn. Their story is a beautiful expression of how I see transformative healing with psychedelic medicines. Specifically what arises in this conversation between them is the importance of autonomous companionship. The trust that they both have space and an opportunity to do individual work and work as a partnership. We dive into a vast array of directions as it relates to couples work specifically. If...2023-04-0331 min
The Vital Point: Pathways To Integration59. Psychedelic Integration is Life Integration with Dr. Ryan WestrumDr. Ryan Westrum is the author of The Psychedelics Integration Handbook, founder of Healing Souls and host of The Psychedelic Psychologist podcast. With over 20 years working in mental health, he combines traditional therapeutic methods with holistic, intuitive therapies that empower you to take charge of your life and mental health.
Ryan and I explore the intersection of psychedelics and mental health and the experience of integrating the cosmic perspective and insights that can come from psychedelics with the grounded embodied experience of human life and how that has shaped his work in the mental health field.
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The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 51 - A Missing Connection: Honoring the Integration of Ancestors and OneselfWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelics Psychologist. This week Emma shares her wonderful experience finding connection. She describes a beautiful experience of finding the value and benefit of reflecting on her ancestors. Specifically, she describes a recent experience she is integrating were she reconnects and honors her grandmother. Emma paints clear picture of continuing to trust the process. If you are looking for psychedelic integration support, please check out:The Psychedelics Integration HandbookHealingsoulsllc.com2023-03-2622 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 50 - The Season of Change: Integration and the Impermanence of LifeWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we are celebrating Kaya and the seasons of change that psychedelics offer. We explore the magnitude that seasonal reflection can have on someone's exploration with medicine. In the 50th episode of The Psychedelic Psychologist Kaya provides a wealth of insight into the importance of listening, being quiet with oneself and leaning into the pain, fear, and hope that psychedelics can give.If you are looking for support integrating your psychedelic experiences please visit:The Psychedelics Integration HandbookHealingsoulsllc.com2023-03-1927 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 49 - The Merging of Integration: One's Calling, Humilty, Lather, Rinse, RepeatWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This session we connect with Matthew who dives deep into his relationship to medicine and the reverence he has for the work he is doing to heal; and further pass the word on about psychedelics. During our time Matthew talks about how he has been "called" to do much of both his professional work as a "psychedelic lawyer" and the personal work looking for guidance with the medicine. He describes the importance of respecting the medicine in the hopes to accept the healing opportunities they can provide. He i...2023-03-1230 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 48 - Practical Integration: A Full Spectrum ApproachWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This session we meet Jonathan. He shares a tremendous story of the full spectrum healing, session, and integration he is actively doing after a 5 gram "hero's dose". Jonathan grants us a intimate story of his experience and what he now is doing to practically land the experience. He describes a handful of deeply valuable messages from what he learned regarding the volume of medicine, the prudence he now has for mild and more moderate doses. Furthermore, he clearly articulates the full spectrum of his integration: breathwork, yoga, and c...2023-03-0531 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 47 - Deeper Healing: New Prespectives on Healing, Love, and Living AuthenicWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we connect with Tom, who is integrating his first experience with deep insights into trusting the process, and the magic that comes with the integration. Tom reminds us that many times psychedelic experiences can provide us a new perspective with a deeper and clearer understanding. Specifically, we discuss the beauty in being present to synchronicity and the messages that have new and profound insight. Tom teaches the wonderful importance of being authentic and truthful to self. If you are looking for psychedelic integration support, pl...2023-02-2627 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 46 - Due Diligence: The Approach to Healing is Ever Changing.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. We meet Patrick who shares a beautiful story about his healing journey and all the efforts he places on his mental health. Patrick is a breath of fresh air when it comes to talking about the due diligence it takes to research, prepare and do the session let alone the energy and mindfulness integration entails. In this session we dive into topics like previous therapies that have worked and have not worked, the value of trusting the process and being open to potential psychedelics can have. Patrick shines a...2023-02-1924 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 45 - The Embodied Practice of Healing. "No Whys" - Nuturing and ProtectingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. The body is a temple and stores so much information. Marie, gives us a personal glimpse into the importance of the trust, the listening and the honoring of her body. For someone who says she "is in her head a lot", Marie quickly is remembering and embracing the importance of tending to her body and the intuition she has within to love herself.In this session we dive into the importance of having a partner that is on the journey together and the value that is being a "s...2023-02-1227 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 44 - Compounding Integration: The Introduction to The ShadowWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. In this session we reconnect with Sara, who has been intentionally working with psychedelics for over the course of the past 9 months. She provides a beautiful picture of the idea of "compounding" integration; the idea of still integrating things from previous sessions within the most recent experiences. Sara, recently was introduced to some shadow work as well that she was aware of and shares intimate stories about what the shadow is to her. Also we talk about the intensity of engaging in "all the things" that come in a...2023-02-0524 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 43 - Choice, Intent, and Striving for Excellence in Love.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Hunter, who is an adventure, dreamer and creative force. He shares his wonderful story of learning to be authentic with himself and create his joy. In this session we dive into travel, trust, and loving oneself. He describes his inter-travels with psychedelics and what these experiences lead to in his "waking" life. It's a profound expression of listening to one's heart and living out his dreams.Hunter references his active work he is doing to integrate as well as the trust in p...2023-01-2933 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 42 - Trusting The Long Game: LOVE, Preparation, Listening and Learning.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet and connect with David, who is integrating his first psychedelic experience. David allows us into his processing, preparation and how he came to the healing approach he felt most comfortable within the psychedelic world. He emphasizes the importance of a trusting, compassionate guide and the value it provided him regarding not only his safety but his healing. He describes the new found love for himself and deeply recognizing the vital importance of "keeping" and "recognizing" some parts of himself he doesn't need to release. ...2023-01-2224 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 41 - Awaking The Connection with Mind and Body: Accepting the "Trudging".Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Ingrid who has recently been working with integrating her second experience. She provides a wonderful description of the contrast of her first experience with her most recent dive into her healing journey. Ingrid and I process the importance of being in your body and listening mindfully to what is coming up within the body. We go into many different directions in this session from talking about being able to shut the mind off to the "trudging" we all face. Ingrid provides a cl...2023-01-1521 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 40 - My Reflections: The Body, Family, Humility, and GentlenessWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week, you'll hear from me, your host. I'm humbled to share a recent integration psychedelic experience and discuss my insights on integration and the new psychedelic renaissance. With the help of Kate, my guest interviewer, I'll explore the idea of how best to practically integrate my own life changing experiences.I go into talking about my recent journey through describing the appreciation I have for my body and what it does to serve me. The latest experience provided me a humbling reminder that we are all impermanent an...2023-01-0823 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 39 - Climbing The Mountain of IntegrationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we connect with Terrence who describes the work he is doing with psychedelics in beautiful metaphors, like climbing mountains and connecting with his ancestors. Terrence shares his heart felt story of losing his father and finding peace in his meditation practice and the work with psychedelics. We go into many tangents and find all of the "things we talk about" coming back to the psychedelic integration process (or life). Terrence has a remarkable insight in the lightness he holds within all actions and situations he has be...2023-01-0127 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 38 - The Liminal Space: A Spiritual Strength TrainingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we return to a wonderful spirited integration conversation with Genavi. The insight and articulation of her integration process is full of wisdom and activities that provides tremendous healing. We discuss the fruitful nature of integrating her first experience and the "folding- in" of her journey. Describing the multi-faceted approach of mind, body and spiritual integration practices. If you are looking for integration support: The Book: The Psychedelics Integration Handbook Healingsoulsllc.com 2022-12-2533 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 37 - Art of Integration: Listening, Learning, and Living ItWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we continue to push the envelope with the organic nature of this podcast. We reconnect with Sara who I had on for the first episode. We talk about the humble process of integration through a variety of stories, experiences all the while laughing along the way. She provides a remarkable picture of the importance of timing within the integration process - by listening, learning and living it fully. Just when you think you know there is always something new to uncover. Sara provides a fa...2022-12-1830 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 36 - Putting It on The Shelf: The Importance of Being HonestWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week I have the privilege to share time with Justin. In this session we dive into the colorful draw that psychedelics can have both in a therapeutic and recreational manner. Furthermore, Justin provides us an insight into his story and the importance of listening to yourself and finding allies. Justin has had a long history with psychedelics and respects the work deeply; however, he shares you can always get "burned by the fire" even when your prepared and ready. His story is so important with today's fast p...2022-12-1135 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 35 - All Things Healing, Sexual Health, Integration, and Soberity.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet with Danny who is integrating his relationship with his addiction to sex; as well as, the memories of his psychedelic experiences.In Danny's story you hear a great deal of the importance of the evolution of integration. It can change over time. The practical approach of continuing to look at all the different themes that have come up in the psychedelic sessions is always important. He shares a great deal of insight from how to look at oneself, process a psychedelic experience, and understand...2022-12-0424 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 34 - A Personal Choice To Change: Loss, Relationships, and The Desire To DiveWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we learn about listening to the desire to dive, a healthy integration process, and all things from grief and loss to the love of ones life. Felix, gives us a glimpse into the way he integrated his session from a couple years ago; as well as, the desire to dive in upcoming weeks. The greatest part about this session is Felix's passion and compassion both to this work and his new lease on life since the session. He also shares a fantastic vantage point regarding how l...2022-11-2731 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 33 - The Big Change. Really Looking At YourselfWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week I have a deep conversation about healing addiction, finding hope and looking for redemption. Adam shares a poignant testimony about a long history of betrayal and addiction leaving him lost. Then he started processing and preparing for a psychedelic session. All things changed!Adam is clear it was an instant transformation; however, he is very aware of the importance preparation and integration play in order to continue keep his family, relationship and mental health grounded. He describes being in his body and not being distracted by...2022-11-2020 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 32 - The Right After - It's All IntegrationWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we follow up with part two. Tyler who has just come off a radical experience that has transformed the way he is walking in "this world". He describes the the light and dark and finds love in both. Tyler drives home the importance of letting go and leaning into all the learning a psychedelic experience can provide if you trust the experience.Are you looking for more integration support?The Psychedelics Integration Handbook or Healingsoulsllc.com2022-11-1326 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 31 - Intention Setting With No Intention: Soul TravelingWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week I go off script, and in part one of a two part segment we meet Tyler who is preparing for a session. We talk about his intentional setting; specifically, how he starts to remove himself from daily activities. First by feeling tired he starts the process of going internal. He explains the feeling of his "souls" desire to fly. We are candid in our conversation around the difference of this being in a reflective state and not depression or suicidal thoughts. Tyler paints a rather interesting p...2022-11-0617 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 30 - Learning From Our Younger Self, The Healing Wisdom.Welcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we hear from Anton who recently found psychedelics. His intention is for deep personal healing around his depression. He shares with us how coming to this work new feels, and having had two experiences what it's like going into it with a little more understanding the second time around. Just coming off the most recent experience Anton provides an important reminder of the process being a long one; moreover, he is quick to say how valuable it was to have the first one under his belt in order...2022-10-3024 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 29 - Couples Work, Love and AutonomyWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. We reconnect with Bridget and Finn and their psychedelic story about connecting in the relationship and ultimately respecting each others autonomy. They talk over the experience and find a ton of commonality; and confidently share their personal truths and individual experiences. If you are looking for support integrating your experience please reach out.The Psychedelics Integration HandbookHealingsoulsllc.com 2022-10-2326 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 28 - Couples Work - Seeing The Relationship and The Individual - Part IWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This episode we met Finn and Bridget a dynamic duo that expresses both the importance of managing expectations and trusting the process. In this part I of II part series you will hear love, understanding and full respect of the relationship. All along they both express the importance of independence in the relationship. The Psychedelics Integration Handbook. healingsoulsllc.comMuch Love!2022-10-1724 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 27 - Tabula Rasa, The Beginners Mind and A Clearing PathWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. Steve shares his introduction to the healing world of psychedelics through a guided psilocybin journey. Open and educated to what may happen, he finds the love is in everything and it takes work. He brilliantly describes the importance of setting exceptions, as well as letting your expectations go. He further explains the value of remembering what you bring into the session will benefit you in what you will get out of the experience. Steve provides a great reminder on how love and family bonds can be healed, rekindled a...2022-10-0922 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 26 - Finding Your Relationship With PsychedelicsWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. This week we meet Lindsey who shares her story of how her relationship with psychedelics has evolved and what has worked for her. Lindsey discusses how she's explored microdosing to book-end her experiences to enhance her intentions and integration work. The Psychedelics Integration Handbook Healingsoulsllc.com2022-10-0224 min
The Psychedelic PsychologistEpisode 25 - The Balance of Spirit and ScienceWelcome to your weekly dose of The Psychedelic Psychologist. In this episode we meet Kevin, who shares a unique vantage point as a professional physicist, immediately setting our minds and hearts at ease by sharing how psychedelic physics can be. He describes the merger of science and spirituality from his perspective. Providing us a colorful story and practical lessons when exploring psychedelics. Specifically, the value of incrementally exploring these medicines and how to balance intentional use. Kevin talks about the vast spectrum that psychedelics provide him and offers the question "do we know anything?" T...2022-09-2532 min