Psychedelic Therapy: Battling Greed and Opening Doors to Healing
Until I see actual access happening for people, realistically to me it's just about greed and elitism and everyone patting each other on the back while they're trying to get their patents and their research, and they really don't care.
Feeling frustrated by the high costs and exclusivity of psychedelic therapy? In this episode of 'The Psychedelic Therapist', Seraphim Schwab pulls back the curtain on the greed and elitism that plague the industry. Schwab, a Navy veteran who found healing through plant medicine, passionately argues for making these therapies accessible to everyone, not just the wealthy.
She dives into the eye-watering fees—$10,000 a year for a licensed facility in Oregon, $700 tickets for conferences, and underground services costing up to $3,000. It's enough to make your head spin! Schwab doesn't just rant; she offers solutions and dreams of a future where a psychedelic treatment and research center in Colorado could provide affordable care. She also encourages medical professionals to experience these therapies firsthand to better understand their patients' needs.
This episode is a compelling call to action for more equitable access to psychedelic therapy. If you're curious about the potential of plant medicine or concerned about the barriers to treatment, this conversation is a must-listen.