66. Expanding Access to Psychedelic Therapies – Thank you Life! with Kevin Cannella

In this episode, Kevin Cannella, a psychotherapist and passionate psychonaut, discusses his personal journey into the psychedelic space and his role as the co-founder and executive director of Thank You Life. a nonprofit organization that aims to expand the accessibility of psychedelic therapy by eliminating financial barriers for those seeking treatment. Thank You Life targets communities like the BIPOC, LGBTQ, and Veteran population, providing cost-effective group healing sessions. Kevin shares details about the experience of working with these communities and the positive impact psychedelics have had on their mental wellbeing. Kevin and Michaela discuss the legalization, effectiveness, safety, and nuances of psychedelic medicines, particularly ketamine. Kevin also highlights the importance of guided psychedelic experiences, emphasizing the value of safe, professional containers, and speaks about eventual longitudinal studies and potential partnerships to expand Thank You Life’s service to a broader audience.