Zach Rhoads
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Episode 57: Kevin Franciotti: Psychedelics and 12-Steps
Episode 57: Kevin Franciotti: Psychedelics and 12-Steps
Episode 57: Kevin Franciotti: Psychedelics and 12-Steps
Thursday 4th June 2020
Kevin Franciotti explores combining psychedelics with 12-step recovery programs, sharing his journey and insights on 'The Social Exchange'.
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Get the buttons here!Kevin Franciotti: Blending Psychedelics with 12-Step Recovery
I think the benefit that I've been able to maintain is seeing like the merits of both of the of all of those worlds, and it's funny I spend- I joke about this- that I spend I spend more time in among- like the-step fellowships and the people that respond to that perspective by defending harm reduction and then, in the harm reduction circles, I have to spend more time with those folks defending-step and then, like the psychedelic space, it's time I have to spend time defending both, like the harm reduction and-step movement.
Can psychedelics and 12-step programs work together in addiction recovery? In this episode of 'The Social Exchange', Zach Rhoads sits down with Kevin Franciotti to discuss this intriguing question. Kevin, a board member of Psychedelics in Recovery: Outreach and Services (PROS), shares his personal journey through addiction and how he found a new path with the help of psychedelic-assisted therapy.
Kevin's story is one of struggle and transformation, from battling alcohol and opioid addiction to becoming an advocate for innovative recovery methods. He talks about his initial resistance to the 12-step approach and how psychedelics helped him shift his perspective on drugs and recovery. This episode dives into the challenges and benefits of integrating psychedelics into traditional recovery programs.
Kevin emphasizes the importance of responsible and legal use of these substances, as well as the role of community support in the healing process. Whether you're dealing with addiction or curious about new recovery methods, this conversation offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of addiction treatment.