sychedelics & Chronic Pain: New Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Hello Reader,

I've been diving deep into the fascinating intersection of psychedelic therapy and chronic pain management these past few months. This exploration has led to some insightful blog posts that I'm excited to share.

What's New on the Blog

If you've been curious about how psychedelics might benefit patients with persistent pain conditions, I've got some fresh content for you:

​💉 Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: A New Frontier for Chronic Pain Treatment​

This post explores how ketamine offers a unique dual approach to chronic pain - addressing both the neurobiological mechanisms of pain signaling and the psychological aspects of living with persistent pain. I've outlined the latest research on ketamine's effectiveness for different pain conditions and what makes the psychotherapy-assisted approach so powerful compared to infusions alone.

​🧠 Mind-Body Approach to Chronic Pain​

I explore how modern pain science is shifting toward understanding pain as more than just physical symptoms. This post examines how neuroplasticity, emotional processing, and somatic awareness all play crucial roles in effective pain management - creating the perfect foundation for understanding why psychedelic therapy might help where traditional approaches have failed.

These are just two of several new articles on the Blog. I'll be publishing more pieces in the coming weeks, including detailed guides on integration practices, practical preparation tips for ketamine sessions, and what patients can expect from somatic therapy for pain.

Coming Soon: New CE Course on Psychedelics for Chronic Pain

All this research and writing is leading up to something exciting - I'm developing a comprehensive CE course on psychedelic-assisted approaches to chronic pain management! As healthcare professionals increasingly encounter patients using or inquiring about these modalities, I want to provide evidence-based education that helps you confidently navigate these conversations.

How You Can Help Shape This Course

This is where you come in! What questions do you have about working with psychedelics and chronic pain? What specific challenges have you encountered with pain patients that you'd like addressed? Are there particular aspects of psychedelic therapy that you're curious or concerned about?

Reply to this email with your thoughts, questions, or suggestions. Your input will directly influence the content I create, ensuring it addresses the real-world situations you face in your practice.

Stay Updated

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for being part of this community of forward-thinking healthcare professionals. Your input is invaluable, and I'm excited to continue this journey of exploration and education with you!

Warmly, Dr. Peter

P.S. If you have colleagues interested in this topic, please forward this email. The more diverse perspectives we gather, our course will be more comprehensive!