In this powerful episode of Open Relationships: Transform Together, hosts Andrea Miller, Joanna Schroeder, and producer Brian Atkins welcome Matt Zemon, a leader in psychedelic wellness, entrepreneur, and best-selling author of Psychedelics for Everyone.

Matt shares his deeply personal journey with psychedelics, revealing how they transformed his life by helping him heal unresolved grief from losing his mother at a young age. He explains how his first psychedelic experience led to a profound reconnection with her, ultimately inspiring him to pursue a Master’s in Psychology and Neuroscience with a focus on mental health and psychedelics.

The conversation dives deep into the science behind psychedelics, including how they reduce repetitive negative thought patterns, promote neural plasticity, and foster profound emotional healing. Matt discusses the potential of substances like psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine to treat PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and even grief and end-of-life distress. He emphasizes the importance of set, setting, and integration in ensuring a positive and lasting impact from psychedelic experiences.

The hosts also explore the social stigma and misconceptions surrounding psychedelics, the growing acceptance in medical and spiritual communities, and the legal challenges preventing broader access. Matt advocates for increased research, education, and responsible use, highlighting organizations like Heroic Hearts Project, which helps veterans struggling with PTSD find healing through psychedelics.

This episode offers a thought-provoking discussion on the future of mental health treatment, the potential for psychedelics to foster deeper human connections, and the ongoing societal shift toward greater acceptance of these powerful medicines.