Ep. 38 Overcoming Fear and Finding Joy in the Psychedelic Experience with Alex Theberge

Show Notes:

In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with psychotherapist Alex Theberge to explore the healing potential of Ayahuasca and other psychedelics in trauma recovery. Together, they discuss why preparation and integration are just as important as the experience itself, and how these practices can lead to profound emotional breakthroughs.

Alex shares his personal path to becoming a psychotherapist and how his work with Ayahuasca helped him confront and release long-held emotional pain. He also sheds light on common fears surrounding psychedelics, the misconceptions that hold people back, and the crucial role of qualified guides in creating a safe, supportive environment.

This conversation emphasizes that psychedelic healing isn’t just about facing trauma—it can also be a joyful, enlightening, and deeply transformative journey.

Bio:  

Alex Theberge is a licensed psychotherapist with nearly 20 years experience. His practice specializes in trauma healing and helping people prepare for and integrate healing experiences with psychedelic plant medicines.  Alex is also a traditionally-trained Ayahuasquero and plant medicine facilitator and has spent several years in the Peruvian Amazon studying Ayahuasca shamanism and facilitating Ayahuasca ceremonies. He has supported hundreds of people through their transformative journeys with psychedelic plant medicines, including Ayahuasca, Psilocybin Mushrooms, and San Pedro. 

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Website:  http://www.transcendentcounsel.com/

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