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High On Healthy

Infusing the benefits of psychedelics and alternative medicine treatments, ranging from nutrition to supplementation, and personal development while pursuing the goal to live a healthy and abundant life! Host Richard Zwicky explores various treatments, regimens, and technology living a healthy and active lifestyle and a positive mindset.

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All Episodes

32:04

MDMA-Assisted Therapy: Repairing Connection and...

High On Healthy ·

2025/11/17

Richard Zwicky hosted licensed psychoanalyst Charley Wininger to explore the potential of MDMA-assisted therapy to improve emotional intimacy, communication, and empathy in relationships. Drawing from personal transformative experiences, Wininger highlighted the critical importance of proper protocols, including supplement use and purity, to avoid negative after-effects. MDMA is explained to temporarily dissolve the ego and emotional defenses by flooding the system with hormones like serotonin and

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27:26

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and the Inner Healing...

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2025/11/10

Casey A. Paleos, MD, a principal investigator and study therapist in psychedelic-assisted therapy, covered his extensive experience with MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine across research and clinical settings for trauma, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Paleos detailed the mechanism of psychedelics, explaining that they increase the permeability of the "psychic membrane," allowing individuals to access unresolved trauma for potential healing and growth.He also introduced Innermost, a public benefit

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25:56

Humor's Role in Mental Wellness: The Four Areas of...

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2025/11/07

Steven Sultanoff, drawing from 30 years of study and his book, Humor Matters, discussed the importance of humor in mental wellness. He explained the four areas of humor activation—laughter, mirth, wit, and relational fusion—and their associated health benefits. He also shared his personal journey into therapeutic humor, his methods for teaching clinicians how to use humor, and his "prescription for a playful life," which highlights the need for empathic humor while strongly cautioning

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32:11

Shamanic and Ethical Perspectives on Psychedelic...

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2025/11/03

Dr. Tom Pinkson, a psychologist and ceremonial leader, explored his work integrating indigenous wisdom and psychedelic medicine. The discussion highlighted the difference between the shamanic approach, which honors the spirit of the plant and emphasizes interconnectedness, and the clinical model.Dr. Pinkson stressed the importance of a community-focused perspective, moving from an "it's about me" to an "it's about we" mindset for healing. He also discussed his personal

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26:46

Emotional Resolution: Healing Trauma Wounds by...

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2025/10/31

Cedric Bertelli, founder of the Emotional Health Institute and Emotional Resolution, joined Richard Zwicky to discuss his approach to emotional healing. Emotional Resolution is a teaching methodology designed to resolve debilitating emotional patterns by directing focus to physical sensations experienced during trauma. The discussion highlighted how this method addresses the wounds created by trauma and can resolve between eight and twelve emotions in a single session by targeting the body's

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26:29

Healing Attachment Wounds and Generational Trauma in...

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2025/10/27

Dr. Sarah Schewitz focuses on the critical link between early experiences, parenting styles, and adult attachment patterns (dismissive-avoidant and anxious). Dr. Schewitz explained that recurring conflicts in relationships often signal unresolved attachment trauma. To overcome these past wounds, she stressed the importance of two primary strategies: first, evaluating if emotional reactions are proportionate to the present situation; and second, mastering nervous system regulation to build internal

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32:08

Unmasking Relationships: A Guide to Self-Love and...

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2025/10/24

Richard Zwicky speaks with relationship coach Mr. Jay delves into the pitfalls of social media relationship advice, emphasizing that true relationship health stems from the relationship one has with themselves. It highlights how childhood wounds and coping mechanisms often sabotage adult relationships, leading individuals to mistake these defenses for their true identity. Mr. Jay differentiates between a counselor (crisis management) and a coach (preventative and transformative work), offering

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31:46

Healing Through Humor: Sex, Fitness, and...

High On Healthy ·

2025/10/20

Richard Zwicky welcomes Craig Maltese, author of "A Life Measured in Sessions: Sex, Fitness, and Self-Destruction," . They discussed the use of humor in addiction recovery, defining healthy sexual relationships, and movement as a tool for healing trauma. Craig emphasized that the core of addressing self-harm through sex is defining a healthy sexual relationship, which varies for everyone. Craig also discussed the importance of understanding the origin of an addiction, questioning why an

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24:20

Harmonizing Oneness: MC Medina's Journey Through...

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2025/10/17

MC Medina joined Richard Zwicky on the podcast to explore their path in music, metaphysics, and holistic healing. They highlighted the concept of "oneness" and how music and resonance shape personal connections. MC Medina also delved into Kazad Prana's holistic healing method, which uses "sesio scales" and sound healing to foster a deeper understanding of divinity through sound.

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25:07

Childhood Trauma, Attachment Styles, and Healing in...

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2025/10/10

Richard Zwicky introduced Melissa Klass, a trauma-informed relational psychotherapist, who discussed how childhood trauma impacts adult relationships. They defined and explored various attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and how these manifest, particularly in anxious-avoidant pairings. The conversation highlighted the importance of repairing relational ruptures, both individually and within new relationships, and Melissa offered practical steps and resources for

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22:31

MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Relational Healing and Trauma

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2025/10/06

Richard Zwicky introduced Simi Lichtman to discuss MDMA-assisted therapy for relational healing and trauma, explaining that MDMA, an empathogen, fosters safety and connection, allowing individuals to address deeply repressed trauma and relationship defenses. Simi highlighted the importance of preparation and integration sessions, cautioning that the therapeutic experience might be challenging, not necessarily "ecstatic." Richard and Simi also discussed guidance for self-guided MDMA journeys

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24:20

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Process, Safety, and...

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2025/10/03

Richard Zwicky and Christopher Pollock discussed psychedelic-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Christopher elaborated on the therapeutic process, safety protocols, including assessment for addictive disorders and blood pressure monitoring, and the crucial role of collaboration with psychiatrists. He explained that this therapy facilitates "ego death" to process trauma without re-experiencing it, expanding an individual's "window of tolerance"

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28:05

Vladislav Andreev on Mental Health, Leadership, and...

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2025/09/29

Vladislav Andreev, an executive coach and trauma-informed educator, shared insights on mental health in leadership, the impact of chronic stress, and the therapeutic potential of psychedelics. He discussed the deep-rooted trauma in societies like Lithuania, the neglect of mental health among leaders, and the "O Sapiens" mental health framework he developed. Andreev highlighted how chronic stress, poor nutrition, and lack of sleep contribute to mental health issues, and offered solutions like

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28:46

AI's Impact on Therapeutic Practices: Balancing...

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2025/09/26

Dr. Lisa Turner from CCT Found Freedom sharies insights on integrating innovation and humanity in coaching. Dr. Turner, with a background in aeroacoustics and systems engineering, detailed her Conscious Emotional Transformation (CCT) model and outlined three levels of AI use in coaching: productivity hacks, generic chatbots (which she advises against), and hyperspecific tools. She further explained her method for creating hyperspecific AI tools using "recursive iterative depth probing" and

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27:22

Psychodynamic Training, Neurodivergent Clients, and...

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2025/09/22

Richard Zwicky introduced Dr. Stefanie Mazer, a licensed psychologist and founder of Mindwise Inc., who explained her psychodynamic training and individualized approach to working with neurodivergent clients, especially those with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism. Stefanie expressed concerns about the politicization of mental health diagnoses and insurance, discussed attachment styles and healing trauma in relationships, and emphasized the importance of therapist self-care and destigmatizing mental

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32:05

Dr. Sabrina Hadeed on Existential Psychology,...

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2025/09/19

Dr. Sabrina Hadeed, a licensed therapist, speaks with Richard Zwicky. She specializes in helping individuals and couples address harmful conditioning through existential phenomenological psychology, which emphasizes understanding human experience, meaning-making, and the importance of boundaries and communication. They also explored psychedelic-assisted relational work, specifically using psilocybin and ketamine to foster vulnerability and shift perspectives, with a strong focus on integration

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25:55

Dr. Shereen Mohsen on Ketamine-Assisted Therapy for...

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2025/09/15

Dr. Shereen Mohsen explains how traditional talk therapy can be hindered by a person's emotional "protectors," which are defenses like denial that help them function but can also prevent them from addressing core issues. 'Psychedelics help to lower these protectors, promoting greater openness and a sense of safety. This can accelerate therapeutic work by helping clients release emotions they've been avoiding. Psychedelics also enhance empathy and compassion for oneself and

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25:38

Dr. Sam Zand on Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies for...

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2025/09/12

Dr. Sam Zand explains how psychedelic-assisted therapies are revolutionizing mental healthcare by offering new approaches to treat conditions like PTSD, depression, and attachment injuries. He emphasized that these therapies, when combined with traditional methods, help individuals reset their minds, encourage self-exploration, and address underlying issues rather than just symptoms. Dr. Zand detailed how different psychedelics like ketamine, MDMA, and psilocybin can specifically aid in healing the

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25:35

Self-Awareness and Healthy Relationships with Lindsey...

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2025/09/08

Richard Zwicky introduced Lindsey Yochum from Attune Counseling Center. Lindsey is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She discussed the significance of self-awareness, attachment styles, and relationship repair. Key topics included understanding oneself to cultivate healthy relationships, the vital role of self-compassion, and effective strategies for navigating conflict and supporting partners.

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27:43

Assessing Attachment Patterns In the Client-Therapist...

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2025/09/05

Kayla Meyer, a counselor specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment styles, talks to Richard Zwicky about attachment styles, defining them as patterns largely influenced by childhood experiences and temperament. Kayla elaborated on the four main attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized), their origins, and their impact on therapeutic processes, highlighting how a relational therapist observes these patterns in the client-therapist relationship. Kayla and

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