Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Beyond Psychopathology

The clinical trials for psychedelic-assisted therapy have primarily focused on psychopathology.

In other words, treating mental illness. In the future, there is potential for more studies to be done on using psychedelic-assisted therapy as a means to support mental wellness.

Video: Illness and Wellness Spectrum

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In this video, Dr. Christie discusses how psychedelic medicines could be used to both support mental wellness or treat mental illness depending on the client’s therapeutic goals.

Learn More

To learn more about this topic, consider reading Maté & Maté’s (2022) The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture.

References

Mans, K., Kettner, H., Erritzoe, D., Haijen, E. C. H. M., Kaelen, M., & Carhart-Harris, R. L. (2021). Sustained, multifaceted improvements in mental well-being following psychedelic experiences in a prospective opportunity sample. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 12.

Maté, G., & Maté, D. (2022). The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing in a Toxic Culture. Ebury Publishing.