In the premiere episode of the Personal Pizza Podcast, host Simcha Levenberg sits down with psychedelic therapist Uri Kugel for a powerful, mind-expanding conversation on how psychedelics are transforming mental health treatment.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2G2mZruJg4k🔥 From cannabis to ketamine, MDMA to mushroom therapy—Uri breaks down the myths, the science, and the soul of psychedelic medicine. He shares raw personal stories and clinical insights on treating depression, anxiety, and trauma—while exploring the crucial differences between "drugs" and true medicine.💨 Learn how breath work, meditation, and touch become essential tools in healing journeys. 🌱 Understand the careful conditions under which psychedelic use can become a path to deep, lasting change. 🧘‍♂️ Discover how spiritual practice meets modern therapy in this unforgettable first episode.Whether you're a skeptic, a seeker, or simply curious—this conversation will challenge your perspective and ignite your curiosity.Purchase Uri's book: Deep Work: Navigating the Psycho-Spiritual Journey at https://a.co/d/hhLxwZM Simcha Levenberg (https://slevenberg.com/)  is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. He uses a unique blend of humor, authenticity and real world knowledge. Simcha helps individuals clarify their personal values and live a present and more meaningful life. He helps couples transform their relationships to be more open and emotionally flexible. This show is Produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones and Executive Producer, Editor Jeremiah Shultz. This episode also had the support of Producer Evy Bjorn. To learn more about how to make a podcast for you and your business, visit rainbowcreative.co https://www.rainbowcreative.co/00:00 Introduction to Psychedelics in Therapy02:27 Defining Medicine and Drugs05:16 Exploring Spirituality in Therapy11:53 Organic vs. Synthetic Compounds21:32 Intimacy in Therapy27:59 Ego and Its Formation38:23 Understanding Physical Reactions to Psychedelics39:50 Psychotherapy and Narrative Resistance40:43 The Process of Undoing Resistance41:28 Preparing for Psychedelic Work41:43 The Role of Meditation and Breathwork43:35 Assessing Readiness for Psychedelics47:31 The Impact of Psychedelics on Mental Health49:25 Cannabis as a Therapeutic Tool56:12 MDMA and Emotional Healing59:01 Ketamine and Dissociative Therapy01:03:53 Somatic Work in Therapy01:12:51 The Metaphor of Doors in Psychedelic Experiences01:14:29 Closing Remarks and Personal Reflections

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