In this episode of the Sister Sessions podcast, hosts Susie Gustin and Jenny Fairbank welcome Nate Benson, the interim executive director of Texans for Greater Mental Health. They discuss the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health treatment, exploring Nate's personal journey with psychedelics, the science behind their therapeutic effects, and the importance of integration and set & setting. The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations surrounding psychedelic use, the growing acceptance of these treatments in mainstream mental health care, and the role of community support. Nate shares insights from his experiences and emphasizes the need for a compassionate approach to mental health solutions.Show Notes:

Books recommended by Nate -

1. Road to Eleusis by: R. Gordon Wasson, Albert Hofmann and Carl A.P. Ruck

2. Immortality Key by: Brian Muraresky

Ted Talk recommended by Nate -

"The science of psilocybin and it's use to relieve suffering" led by psychopharmacologist, Roland Griffiths

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