In this podcast episode, Alice interviews Rachel Bongartz, a clinical psychologist and certified holotropic breathwork practitioner, about the root causes of mental health issues and how psychedelics can help turn those around. They discuss the importance of understanding the underlying causes of depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. Rachel shares her personal experience with depression and how psychedelics helped her shift her patterns. They also explore the significance of expressing emotions and the role of a skilled facilitator in psychedelic experiences. The conversation highlights the potential for significant improvement and even potential healing for depression through psychedelic therapy.

Takeaways

• Understanding the root causes of mental health issues is crucial for effective treatment.
• Psychedelics and altered states of consciousness can provide profound healing experiences for individuals with mental health issues.
• Expressing emotions, particularly anger, in a healthy way can lead to transformation and healing.
• Having a skilled facilitator present during psychedelic experiences is essential for emotional safety and support.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Rachel Bongartz

00:51

Understanding the Root Causes of Mental Health Issues

08:47

The Role of Holotropic Breathwork and Psychedelics

22:19

Personal Experience with Depression and Psychedelics

25:08

The Importance of Expressing Emotions

27:31

Utilizing the Weeks After a Psychedelic Experience

28:21

Transforming Patterns and Healthy Expression of Anger

29:10

Significant Improvement in Depression with Psychedelic Therapy

31:04

Creating Emotional Safety in Psychedelic Experiences

33:31

The Importance of Letting Emotions Out

36:52

The Relationship Between Depression and Anger

38:02

Profound Experiences in Psychedelic Therapy for Depression

41:15

Releasing Suppressed Emotions and Trauma

44:12

The Role of a Skilled Facilitator in Psychedelic Experiences

47:28

Significant Improvement and Cures for Depression

49:24

Closing Remarks

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