Amber Capone: The Psychedelics Saving Veterans from PTSD

Amber Capone, co-founder and CEO of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), shares the powerful story of how psychedelic therapy - starting with Ibogaine - helped her husband, Navy SEAL Marcus Capone, recover from PTSD and TBI when traditional care failed.We dive into the science and controversy behind Ibogaine, the limits of VA mental health care, and how VETS is paving the way for safe access to psychedelics like MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine for veterans in need.Key Points:Amber’s leap from military spouse to CEO of VETSIbogaine’s transformative potential for PTSD and TBIRisks and rewards of seeking psychedelic treatment abroadBipartisan momentum behind veteran psychedelic initiativesWhy careful vetting, integration, and support are critical🎧 Listen to hear how psychedelics are changing lives—and the future of trauma care.Chapter Markers:00:00 – Introduction & why Amber’s story matters05:56 – What was happening behind the scenes at home07:57 – The struggle after service: Marcus’ decline10:59 – Turning point: discovering Ibogaine14:57 – What changed after treatment20:20 – Starting VETS to help other families25:06 – Not just Ibogaine: the expanded toolbox31:21 – Addressing TBI and polytrauma35:43 – The importance of screening, context, and preparation41:46 – VETS’ evolving role in advocacy and support45:16 – Bipartisan support and shifting cultural norms51:54 – What “success” really means for healing veterans57:57 – Where to learn more and get involvedSend us Fan MailFiresideProject.orgDownload the app or text/call 62-FIRESIDEZendo ProjectOur listeners get 10% off the Zendo Project SIT Program with the code DIVERGENTS10Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Macrodosers, Super D and Mike, and our Thumbprint Tier member, Angie on Patreon!  https://linktr.ee/3L1T3Mod