Stories
Authentic stories of personal transformation and healing through psychedelic therapy.
Did Psilocybin Change My Relationship With Chronic Pain?
During a psilocybin retreat in Europe, I experienced a significant change in my perception of…
Human Journeys Podcast: The Freedom to Explore Psychedelics, with Zeus Tipado
On the Human Journeys podcast, Zeus Tipado gets personal about psychedelics.
"Psychedelics Transformed My Life. I Hope My Story Can Help Others"
Daniel O'Shaughnessy, author of The Naked Nutritionist, has transformed his life with the help of…
What I’ve Seen As A Ketamine Therapist
Dr. Sam Zand speaks to States of Mind on how psychedelic therapies have changed his…
Ketamine for Trauma: A Personal Story of Surrender and Release
A woman's journey of healing from trauma brought her to ketamine therapy. She shares her…
Cancer Patient Faces Hurdles After Diagnosis — Could Psychedelics Help End-of-Life Care?
A cancer patient takes control of his well-being; while research says psychedelics could help those…
Healing Yourself Before Helping Others: A Therapist's Personal Journey
From journalist to psychotherapist, Gemma Autumn shares her personal and professional journey.
“I Wish I’d Done It Sooner”: How Ketamine Changed My Life
Ketamine therapy helped a retired firefighter reduce anxiety, process trauma, and finally heal.
Personal Breakthrough From Addiction After Psychedelic Integration
A personal story of addiction, psychedelic therapy, and why integration is where real recovery begins.
CBT Therapists on What Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Can Offer
Therapists explain how CBT builds clarity, emotional awareness, and skills for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and…
The Real Life Results Of Not Seeking Help
A clinical psychologist speaks to States of Mind about the real life implications of not…
Psychedelics Gave Her the Breakthrough Traditional Therapy Couldn’t
A story of chronic pain, trauma, and an emotional and physical breakthrough with psychedelic therapy.
Mushrooms for ADHD: Can Microdosing Psilocybin Relieve Symptoms?
Emerging research shows that psilocybin may be an effective treatment for ADHD in adults. Here’s…
Beckley Retreats: A Deeper Look at Legal Psychedelic Therapy
States of Mind gets an in-depth view at one of the industry's leading psychedelic therapy…
Human Stories of Ketamine Therapy as Czech Researchers Receive €800,000 Grant
Psychedelic therapy gets EU government support. We take a look at the program and the…
Antidepressants: A Deeper Look at the Results and the Real Stories
Antidepressant use is at record highs, yet mental health issues continue to rise. What's going…
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.
I Went to The Netherlands For A Legal Psychedelic Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor experiences legal psilocybin therapy — the first part in a…
Recovering from Trauma and CPTSD: Turning Toward The Tiger
The story of facing one's past, working through trauma, and discovering healing.
Listen to the Body: Nervous System Coach Shares Her Tools
Karen Ann Canham has made it her mission to understand the language of the nervous…
How People With Chronic Fatigue Are Gaslit by Healthcare Systems
Patients and symptoms are often dismissed, leaving people frustrated by those who are supposed to…
Why I Left Television to Build a Mental Health App
Neil Smith discovered newfound meaning by leaving a successful career to fight the men's health…
What Really Happens at a Men’s Retreat?
States of Mind speaks to a men's retreat founder for a glimpse into the emotional…
Living With Chronic Illness: A Story of Hope and Resilience With Gigi Robinson
Appearing in Sports Illustrated and writing a children's book about chronic illness, Gigi Robinson is…
Healing Through Kink: The Power of Male Submission
BDSM expert Nicolle Hodges explains how submission is more than just kinky, it's permission to…
Beats & Psilocybin: Inside a Music Executive’s Psychedelic Routine
Edward Crowe shares how mushroom ceremonies help him manage stress, sharpen focus, and lead with…
What It Means To Be a Man: A Healthier Masculinity, With George Bell
Author George Bell explores healthy masculinity and how men can redefine strength and find balance…
How Ibogaine Is Helping Veterans Rewire Trauma and Redefine Strength
A powerful psychedelic plant offers military veterans and trauma survivors a new perspective on healing.
I Wasn't Sick, But I Wasn't Well: A Mental Health Story
States of Mind's senior editor shares his journey to overcome anxiety through mindfulness, microdosing, and…
More Followers, More Pressure: How to Stay Sane While Inspiring 300K People
Dr. Leslie Dobson shares insights on taking care of your mental health while living an…
Living With OCD: How ERP Therapy Transformed Life For Entrepreneur Mother
When Sarah Michelle Boes’ first child was born, her battle OCD intensified. Now she's using…
A “Miracle State": Dr. Suzanne Mulvehill on Unlocking the Orgasm and Reclaiming Female Pleasure
Cannabis helped reclaim her pleasure and power, now she's fighting for women's rights to use…
From Personal Healing to Professional Purpose: Why I Started a Psychedelic Retreat Company
Sophie Spitzer shares how a mushroom journey healed her trauma and inspired her to launch…
ArtDHD Visionaries: 6 Creators Reframing ADHD into Art
A look inside the beauty of neurodivergent minds: six artists transforming distraction into vision, and…
“Psychedelics Saved My Life”: In Conversation With Shawn Wells
Author and entrepreneur Shawn Wells shares his transformational experience, overcoming bullying, burnout, and mental health…
Unmasking ADHD: Samantha Hiew on Late Diagnosis and the Layers We Don’t See
Dr. Samantha Hiew shares her ADHD journey and advocacy to empower neurodivergent women
Closing the Orgasm Gap: Could Cannabis Be the New Frontier in Female Pleasure?
Suzanne struggled for decades to reach her first orgasm. Now she’s helping others.
The Psychedelic DJ: How Matt Xavier is Turning Music into Medicine
The story of a DJ using music to enhance psychedelic therapy and help patients heal.
The Courage to Heal: A Conversation With Tom Feegel of Beond Ibogaine Treatment Center
“There’s usually a painful past, and sometimes we label that as trauma”.
