Deanne Adamson is a pioneering authority in mental health, addiction recovery, and psychedelic therapy integration. As the founder and CEO of Being True to You, she launched the first psychedelic preparation and integration coaching company in 2010 and developed and offers a world-renowned transformational and integration coach training and certification program. Designed for those supporting others through hardship, suffering, addiction, psychedelic therapies, and transformational experiences; this program serves as both a prerequisite for emerging roles in the industry and an advanced step for top professionals. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and over two decades of experience, Deanne is a trusted advisor to policymakers and national leaders, advocating for ethical, integrative approaches to healing, recovery, and growth. Her mission is to reverse addiction and mental health epidemics by offering integration coaching as the sovereign body of human services in every zip code as a non-medical alternative for those seeking transformation. Through integration coaching, deep personal work, and aligning with the truth, Deanne illustrates through her work that people do have the power to change their own circumstances.

Deanne describes the themes of personal growth, personal responsibility, the concept of 'Being True to You', and the role of psychedelics as a transformational experience.  Deanne shares her journey from counseling to creating a unique coaching program focused on psychedelic integration, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nature of addiction as a complex phenomenon influenced by various factors. The discussion also touches on the significance of community and open communication in fostering understanding among diverse perspectives. Deanne delves into the complexities of suffering, addiction, and the trauma movement. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the nature of suffering and how personal experiences shape our responses to trauma. The discussion also critiques the commodification of suffering and the cultural sickness that distracts individuals from addressing their personal responsibilities. Ryan and Deanne advocate for introspection and personal accountability in the healing process, while also acknowledging the broader societal issues that contribute to individual suffering. They discuss the importance of open dialogue in addressing societal issues, particularly around addiction and mental health. They explore the complexities of the psychedelic movement, emphasizing the need for sovereignty in these experiences and cautioning against the potential for commercialization and manipulation. Deanne talks about the mission of 'Being True to You', a coaching program aimed at supporting individuals through their healing journeys and fostering a community that respects diverse beliefs and experiences. They talk about the war on drugs and other systemic issues in society.  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:46 Psychedelic Integration Coaching Explained

14:26 Personal Experiences with Psychedelics

22:30 The Nature of Addiction

30:35 Spirituality and Addiction

39:16 Trauma culture,  Insights and Implications

51:14 Cultural Sickness and Personal Responsibility

01:04:37 Breaking the Trance: The Importance of Open Conversations

01:10:09 Navigating the Psychedelic Landscape: Risks and Opportunities

01:19:10 Being True to You: A Mission for Transformation and Recovery

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