Psychedelic Conversations | Ryan Westrum - Psychedelic Psychologist #141

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 141: In this episode, we explore Ryan’s fascinating journey into psychedelics, which began with a profound psilocybin experience at the age of 12, and how this shaped his life’s work in transpersonal psychology, psychedelic integration, and end-of-life care. We delve into topics like the transformative power of psychedelics, the importance of integration, and how Ryan’s work as an end-of-life doula intersects with these practices. Ryan also shares his thoughts on self-agency, the current psychedelic renaissance, and the spiritual and practical aspects of surrender and humility. This is a rich, heartfelt conversation about healing, intentionality, and the universal quest for meaning. Tune in to discover profound insights and tools for your own journey! 🌟 About Ryan: Ryan Westrum is the founder and visionary behind Healing Souls, bringing over 20 years of experience as a dedicated mental health practitioner. With a strong foundation in traditional therapeutic methods, Ryan enriches his practice with holistic and intuitive therapies designed to empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and overall well-being. Ryan earned his Doctorate of Psychology from Sofia University in San Francisco, holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Adler Graduate School, and completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota. Specializing in psychedelic therapy, experiential work, end-of-life transitioning, addiction, trauma, grief and loss, and spirituality, Ryan is a thought leader in these transformative areas. He is the author of The Psychedelics Integration Handbook and the creator and host of The Psychedelic Psychologist podcast, where he shares insights and fosters dialogue on groundbreaking approaches to mental health and healing. Connect with Ryan: Website: https://www.healingsoulsllc.com/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan Guner is a holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology, focusing on trauma-informed, community-centric processes that offer a broader understanding of human potential and well-being. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #RyanWestrum