Healing Psychedelics: Innovative Therapies for Trauma and Transformation

by Micah Stover, Craig Heacock (foreword)

Psychedelics are showing great promise as a new way to heal trauma and improve emotional wellness. Studies reveal that they can be effective in reducing PTSD, anxiety, and depression symptoms, even in cases that are resistant to other treatments. Stover offers a comprehensive and informative guide for both professionals and patients who are interested in learning more about psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Each chapter reveals a vignette taken directly from the psychedelic space that shows the medicines (medium and macro-doses of MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine, and cannabis), why they were chosen, and the process used for transformation during the sessions. Stover weaves in wisdom from indigenous and Mexican healers and practitioners with application exercises, writing prompts, and journal entries to deepen the listener's healing journey. These exercises are applicable to all listeners, whether you are working on your own or with a therapist.

Healing Psychedelics shows the complete process, enabling the listener to safely unlock the power of psychedelics to heal trauma and transform their life for a brighter future.

240 pages, Paperback

Published November 4, 2024

Reviews

[Christopher G · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very comprehensive and thorough look at all the stages of healing complex trauma with the assistance of psychedelics. Maybe the most straightforward explanation I've come across for this process, with plenty of client examples covering a wide range of scenarios. Also included very helpful prompts at the end of each chapter to explore each topic for yourself. No magic promises made, just a grounded and considered look at the painful steps that will actually make healing possible. The language is surprisingly concrete for esoteric and occasionally woo-woo content, but not overly clinical. Overall it is accessible and makes a difficult topic relatively easy to digest. Highly recommend for anyone interested in learning more about this line of work, either as a client or practitioner.

[Devin Stevenson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moving, practical and informative but also straight to the point. Micah stresses the power of psychedelics while cautioning that it is not a magic wand and key to healing and growth is guidance and processing.