Juliana talks about the experience of MDMA-assisted therapy and the work our organization is doing to fulfill its mission of making this treatment accessible to Veterans in the United States.

Juliana shares her story from her time in the Marine Corps, her healing journey, to becoming the Policy Director for Healing Breakthrough and what is our mission. She, along with Marcus Capone of VETS, Dr. Nolan Williams of Stanford University, & Brandon Weiss of Johns Hopkins, provide a unique perspective on the clinicals trials and the challenges facing widespread adoption.

This podcast discusses the noteworthy outcomes of MAPS Clinical Trials, revealing a significant success rate where 71% of participants no longer qualify for PTSD after undergoing MDMA-Assisted Therapy. This statistic underscores the potential efficacy of the treatment and its transformative impact on individuals struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder.

It highlights HB's strategic approach to scaling MDMA-Assisted Therapy, shedding light on the organization's efforts to make this innovative treatment more widely accessible for veterans dealing with PTSD.

Juliana’s insights as a Marine Corps veteran and Policy Director for Healing Breakthrough provide a unique perspective on the Phase 3 clinical trial results of MDMA Assisted Therapy, where a remarkable 67% of veterans achieved complete healing.

The episode serves as an informative resource for understanding the intricacies of these clinical trials and the challenges MDMA still faces for widespread adoption within the VA system.

This episode serves as an enlightening exploration of the intersection between mindfulness, MDMA-Assisted Therapy, and mental health for veterans, offering valuable insights into the challenges of PTSD and innovative treatment approaches.

Juliana's personal journey, combined with her role as the Director of Public Policy for HB, provides a unique perspective on the potential of mindfulness and MDMA-Assisted Therapy to address the mental and physical impacts of PTSD in veterans, making this episode a valuable resource for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of these topics.

Juliana Mercer's personal journey and transformative experience with psychedelic therapy served as a powerful and compelling example of the potential benefits of these treatments for veterans struggling with PTSD.

Her advocacy and openness about her psychedelic therapy experience contributed to a broader societal shift in attitudes toward psychedelics, helping to destigmatize these treatments and pave the way for legislative changes in various cities and states across the country.