Exploring the promise – and the limits – of psychedelic-assisted therapy for trauma and addiction.
This conversation explores the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted therapy and its potential role in addressing trauma, depression, and problematic substance use. Mike Mathers discusses current research, legal access pathways, and why psychedelic therapies must be approached with preparation, clinical support, and careful integration rather than as a quick fix. The discussion highlights how these treatments may help people process grief, develop self-forgiveness, and reshape long-standing behavioral patterns when combined with meaningful therapeutic work.