Psychedelic Therapy: Promising Treatment or Hype?

On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’, host Jessica Reyes and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the potential and the challenges of psychedelics.

Psychedelic therapy shows promise

Research suggests psychedelic-assisted therapy could help treat PTSD, depression, and addiction, but access is still extremely limited.’Research suggests psychedelic-assisted therapy could help treat PTSD, depression, and addiction, but access is still extremely limited.

Safety Considerations

Under medical supervision, psychedelic therapy appears relatively safe, but careful screening for certain mental health conditions is crucial.

Barriers to widespread access

The high cost, potential influence of pharmaceutical companies, and the need for specialized training present challenges to widespread use of psychedelic therapy.


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