Ideas on Mental Health & Meaning
Whole You: Mapping Wellness Inside & Out
I just wrapped up a wonderful week hosting good friend, fellow classmate, and former guest of The Meaning Project podcast, therapist Rob Romano. We both took some time to slow down our schedules to spend some time talking about our studies with the Integrative...
The Meaning of Mature Masculinity
I've said this many times in many different ways... In my line of work, I am blessed to meet so many amazing people. I was asked this question directly recently, in response to a podcast I was on (details coming soon, in the meanwhile, get out https://nowwhat.com/). ...
Psychological Potpourri: Amends, Meaning, Community Engagement, & of course, Ketamine
What a week it's been... let's face it, I think many of us are saying, "What a YEAR it's been!" already... I made the mistake of adding up all the "non-client" meetings I've had in the past few months. It's been A LOT. But, here's the thing, they've all been...
The Healing Power of Ketamine Therapy: an interview w/ Julie Addis
You've been hearing and reading A LOT about Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy from me recently. Hopefully you understand the amount I've shared pales in comparison to how much I believe in the this medicine. But, I get it, after this week, and my discussion with good...
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy: In My Office for the 1st Time
Last week, I conducted the first Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) session in my office, with the partnership of Journey Clinical. It was truly humbling and amazing. I was once again reminded why this emerging treatment is so critical, and why I feel called to...
Discovering Meaning in Awakening
As I sit here embracing our last day in the Colorado mountains, I am overwhelmed with Gratitude and some sadness. In my work here, I have been reminded of many of the Logotherapy principals I teach daily - that suffering is a part of life, especially the suffering of...
My Journey into Psilocybin: Integrating a Large Dose of Psychedelic Mushrooms
I can still taste the mushrooms mixed with orange juice, and the smell of my tears as I put my hands to my face and wept in gratitude. Several weeks ago, I voyaged to Eugene, Oregon for my practicum in psilocybin assisted therapy and I ingested the largest legal dose...
Psychedelic Therapy: Transformative Experiences Explored
I feel like I am still working on integrating my last psychedelic assisted therapy practicum a few weeks ago. So, before I unleash my experience onto a recorded podcast, I thought I would chat with my good friend and fellow psychonaut, Lance David - an esteemed...
Think of it as “Net-Offering” Instead of Net-working
In this conversation, Dr. Dan and Renee Hensley explore the concept of 'net offering' as a transformative approach to networking, particularly for young professionals. They discuss the challenges faced by the 18 to 30 age group in building authentic connections, the...
Transforming Workplace Wellness
Whew... it's been a week. I just got back from an amazing and CHALLENGING psilcybin practicum in Oregon. I can't wait to tell you all about it. Not necessarily why you should consider something like this, but what it did for me - to me. Honestly, I'm still working...
Reconnecting with Purpose: The Man Uprising Journey
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Dan and Dr. Baruch Halevi explore the transformative journey of men in the second half of life through the lens of the Man Uprising initiative. They discuss the importance of peer groups, the quest for purpose, and the need for...
Digital Nomadism & Psychedelic Journeys
In this conversation, Dr. Dan and his friend, Rob Romano, LCSW explore the journey of being a digital nomad, the importance of self-care for therapists, and the transformative experiences with psychedelics. They discuss the challenges faced during the COVID-19...