Explore the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy, trauma, and modern healing modalities with experts Dr. Will Van Derveer and Keith Kurlander. Discover how these approaches can lead to lasting change, address trauma, and expand consciousness.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Psychedelic Therapy
02:57 Personal Journeys into Healing
05:44 Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
08:48 The Widespread Nature of Trauma
11:45 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing
14:41 Psychedelics vs. Traditional Medications
17:30 The Importance of Intent in Psychedelic Use
20:40 Addiction and Psychedelic Therapy
23:38 Navigating the Risks of Psychedelic Use
26:32 The Role of Facilitators in Psychedelic Therapy
29:34 Integrating Tools for Personal Growth
30:30 Understanding Risks of Psychedelic Substances
33:37 Natural vs. Synthetic Medicines
38:31 Microdosing vs. Clinical Experiences
41:28 Exploring Medicines for Attachment Issues
44:20 Transformative Experiences Through Psychedelics
49:18 The Importance of Connection and Oneness
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Keith Kurlander and Will Van Derveer Resources:
Book: Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life?
Website: psychiatrycenters.com
Podcast: Higher Practice Podcast
Bio:
Will Van Derveer, MD is a psychiatrist at the forefront of the movement to upgrade mental healthcare by addressing root causes of suffering, rather than only medicating symptoms. He has been in practice for almost 25 years with the view that anyone can heal given the right support. After staffing several psychedelic therapy clinical trials, Dr. Van Derveer co-founded Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI), which has trained 10,000 licensed professionals in integrative psychiatry and psychedelic assisted therapy. He is a graduate of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. His book, Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life will be published by Shambhala in the Spring of 2026. Dr. Van Derveer is co-host of the Higher Practice Podcast, where he explores what it takes to achieve optimal mental health.
Keith Kurlander, MA, LPC, is cofounder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and Integrative Psychiatry Centers, which has trained 10,000 licensed professionals in integrative psychiatry and psychedelic assisted therapy. He is the cohost of The Higher Practice Podcast for Optimal Mental Health. He has worked with individuals, couples, and groups as an integrative psychotherapist and coach since 2005. He earned his degree in Business Administration from The Isenberg School of Management. He is a coauthor of the book Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life .
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