Minds on the Frontline Podcast

Mushroom Medicine: An Intro to Psilocybin Therapy

August 05, 2024 Geoff Lassers and Mike Mattern Episode 30

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and not medical advice; consult a healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

In this episode, we explore the growing interest in psilocybin-assisted therapy, a promising treatment for frontline workers with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. We discuss clinical studies and legislative initiatives examining the controlled use of psilocybin in therapeutic settings, combined with professional counseling.  Our guests, Tess Burzynski, mycologist and Co-founder of NOVEL Health, and Hosam Issa, Director of Clinical Operations at NOVEL Health, share insights on integrating psilocybin into therapy, supporting trauma and PTSD treatment, and fostering public dialogue about alternative mental health treatments.  During this episode, we discuss the rising interest in fungi within the health and wellness industry and the application of psilocybin in treating mental and behavioral health disorders.  Visit www.novel-health.com for more information.  

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