Dr. Adriana Popescu

Kaleidoscope of Possibilities

Dr. Adriana Popescu

  • EP 66 – Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Shannon Starr

EP 66 – Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Shannon Starr

Thursday 26th January 2023

Explore Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy with Shannon Starr and Dr. Adriana Popescu in this insightful episode of Kaleidoscope of Possibilities.
46 minutes
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Ketamine-Assisted Therapy: A Deep Dive with Shannon Starr

It creates, like from what I've seen with my thousands of clients, a truly life-changing experience that can be really, you know, healing.
Ever thought about how ketamine could change the way we approach mental health? In this episode of 'Kaleidoscope of Possibilities', Dr. Adriana Popescu chats with Shannon Starr, a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and founder of Floresta. Shannon is not just any practitioner; she’s a pioneer in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and runs women-focused psychedelic retreats. They explore how ketamine therapy can be a game-changer for conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Shannon opens up about her journey into this groundbreaking field and shares how ketamine alters brain chemistry to facilitate healing. The conversation touches on everything from the importance of 'set and setting' to dosing and integration after the therapy. They even delve into the logistics of group settings and retreats, offering a glimpse into what these experiences are like.
What's fascinating is the discussion around how ketamine can help with addiction treatment and what the future holds for psychedelic medicines in mental health care. If you’re curious about alternative therapies or looking for new ways to approach mental wellness, this episode is packed with insights that could open new doors for you.