Psychedelic Insights From One of the Earliest Researchers - Dr. Charles Grob - HPP 103

The Higher Practice Podcast for Optimal Mental Health

For decades, Dr. Charles Grob has been researching applications of MDMA, psilocybin, and ayahuasca for a variety of human conditions including end of life anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, and more. His contributions have significantly shaped what we know about psychedelics today and how much of an impact it has on our patients.

In today’s episode, we hear about the early challenges in psychedelic research, and learn about Dr. Grob’s perspectives about what elements of a psychedelic-assisted therapy session are essential. We explore the exciting new developments at the intersection between the medical and the spiritual dimensions of healing.

Show notes:

• Early Fascination in Psychedelics - 03:00
• Rediscovering Psychedelics - 10:22
• Struggling for Approval with The IRB - 14:14
• A Look into What Psychedelics Brings - 20:04
• Easy Accessibility of Psychedelics in The Future - 25:53
• Set and Setting is Critical - 28:35

To learn more about Dr. Charles Grob:

• https://psychedelicreview.com/person/charles-grob/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-grob-515b369a
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Grob
• https://www.psychiatryinstitute.com/psychedelic

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