In this episode, Nathaniel Mills, PhD, delves into the transformative power of ketamine and psychedelics for veterans' mental health. Discover how these treatments are reshaping the landscape of trauma recovery, fostering profound healing experiences, and shifting legislative perceptions. We explore the science behind these therapies, their impact on brain function, and the promising results witnessed in clinical studies. 

Dr. Mills is a licensed psychologist who offers ketamine therapy at the Sacramento Institute for Psychotherapy. 

Timestamps

03:02 Various psychedelics offer pharmacological benefits, including Ketamine.

04:12 Psychedelic assisted psychotherapy relates to brain adaptation.

07:10 Uncertainty about brain understanding and depression treatment.

12:39 VA studies slow, financial incentive lacking for psychedelics.

13:54 Innovative business models in growing psychedelic industry.

19:19 Ketamine: versatile, prescribed, nuanced, and potent substance.

22:28 Ketamine and psilocybin have different experiences.

23:36 Group experiences vital for veterans' reintegration.

28:37 Therapist helps with ketamine, experiences relief.

31:16 Advocating for policy change to decriminalize psychedelics.

36:35 Campaign to support proposition 109 faced challenges.

37:27 Veterans and first responders share healing stories.

43:13 13-week model for patient treatment sessions.

45:16 Adjusting doses for client's therapeutic goals.

48:54 Psychedelic Therapy For Veterans podcast, check website.