In this episode, I sit down with Ariane Williams, known as "The Kind Nurse" on social media, to explore her remarkable 18-year journey from emergency room nursing to becoming a leading advocate for plant medicine through EntheaCare, formerly Trusted Cannabis Nurse.
Ariane shares her personal transformation story, including how she used cannabis and psilocybin to heal from chronic thyroid issues, PTSD, depression, and a decade-long struggle with alcohol addiction. She discusses her transition from traditional bedside nursing through various specialties including labor and delivery, hospice care, and eventually functional medicine at an early ketamine clinic that integrated therapy with treatment.
We dive deep into her work helping families navigate plant medicine, including the powerful story of how she supported her father's recovery from opioid dependency. Ariane explains EntheaCare's microdosing programs, the importance of integration support, and their approach to custom cannabis formulations designed by nurses for therapeutic outcomes.
This conversation covers critical topics often overlooked in cannabis discussions, including Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome from an ER nurse's perspective, pediatric cannabis applications, and their groundbreaking clinical research on Yoni Ease suppositories, which showed a 95% success rate for menstrual pain relief with 70% reduction in pharmaceutical use.
Throughout our discussion, Ariane emphasizes the importance of conscious cannabis use, proper dosing education, and the integration of plant medicine with traditional healthcare rather than replacement of conventional treatments. She addresses the challenges of navigating an industry that has moved away from patient-centered care while maintaining clinical integrity in her practice.
This episode provides valuable insights for anyone curious about the therapeutic applications of plant medicine, the role of healthcare professionals in this space, and how proper guidance can make the difference between beneficial and problematic use.
Please note this content is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with healthcare providers before making changes to your treatment plan.
Connect with EntheaCare at entheacare.com and follow Ariane on Instagram at @thekindnurse.
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