072 | Psychedelic Professionals Need To Actually Do Psychedelics + 2023 Policy Updates

Courtney Barnes is a attorney in the psychedelic & cannabis space. She thought she was "good" ... until she wasn't. Today, she is sharing her story of taking a step back from lawyering, in order to go inward. She shares about how her recent Ibogaine & Ayahuasca journeys have illuminated the depth of this work. As a result, she is better able to understand the nuances of policy and regulation around psychedelics. 

One of the important lessons she learned is the importance of incorporating preparation, integration & harm reduction within policy frameworks. Her story shows how important it is for people in the psychedelic space to have an understanding of psychedelic altered states , as we’re creating a totally new medical and therapeutic paradigm unlike ever before.

This episode is a testament to how important it is for people working in the psychedelic space -- especially within regulatory roles -- to actually understand what its like to go deep with psychedelics. Courtney also provides listeners with the latest updates in policy and regulation. 

Topics covered:

• Courtney’s recent Ayahuasca ceremony and healing the divine feminine
• How ibogaine treatment catalyzed her spiritual awakening
• Taking a step back from work while going inwards to heal trauma
• How Courtney’s healing break has informed her Psychedelic Advocacy work
• Learning to go beyond logic as a Lawyer
• Updates on legalization & decriminalization of psychedelics
• How voter initiatives have been changing the psychedelic legal landscape
• Oregon Model: The regulated access model for psilocybin
• Accessibility to psychedelic therapy, as it’s rolling out in North America
• Updates to equitable access and equal opportunity
• Updates in law enforcement implementation of decriminalization policies
• Where harm reduction and psycho-education fits into policy development
• Where preparation and integration fit into policy

Show Links:

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• Feldman Legal Advisors
• Courtney's IG
• Show Notes

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