Michael Petegorsky, Chief Strategy Officer at Mindbloom, a guided, at-home ketamine therapy program, reveals the transformative power of psychedelic medicine and why being mission-obsessed—not just mission-aligned—matters when the stakes are this high.
In this raw and revealing episode, Farryn and Michael dive deep into how psychedelic medicine can disrupt cycles of anxiety, trauma, and depression and how Mindbloom is building a radically human, science-backed model to bring that healing to the mainstream. Michael shares how his path to healing upended everything he believed about what it means to live with anxiety, and how that breakthrough led him to help others find the same freedom.
This episode is part of our special Mental Health Awareness Month capsule, spotlighting conversations that challenge the status quo, invite reflection, and celebrate the courage it takes to truly heal.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Exploring Ketamine Therapy and Its Impact on Mental Health
03:07 Personal Journeys: From Anxiety to Healing
05:51 The Role of Psychedelics in Personal Development
09:04 Breaking the Stigma: Sharing Experiences
12:01 Creating a Supportive Work Culture
14:56 The Power of Community in Healing
17:52 Transformative Experiences: A New Perspective on Anxiety
21:03 Innovations in Mental Health: AI and Integration
23:58 The Future of Psychedelic Therapy and Community Outreach
28:54 Navigating Regulatory Hurdles in Mental Health Therapy
32:23 Crafting Effective Messaging for Ketamine Therapy
34:57 The Importance of Client Stories in Marketing
35:40 The Relentless Pursuit of Improvement
39:49 Adapting to Remote Work and Organizational Growth
42:02 Embracing Crazy Ideas and Challenging the Status Quo
46:51 The Courage to Change Federal Law
55:11 The Future of Psychedelic Therapy and AI Integration
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