Legal Psychedelic Assisted Therapy & Childhood Trauma | Piers Cross | AEM #123 Myles Katz

Myles Katz is a pioneer in the field of legal psychedelics, blending personal experience with professional innovation to advance mental health and personal transformation. As the founder and executive director of Confluence Retreats, he leads immersive, multi-day psilocybin retreats in Oregon’s Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. These retreats offer a legal, structured, and profoundly transformative experience, tailored for individuals seeking personal growth, emotional breakthroughs, and spiritual development in a safe and nurturing environment. Questions for Myles:I would love for you to share some of your journey. How did you get into the work you now do?Could you please talk about some of the research from University College London about psilocybin? What did they find out?Many people are curious but hesitant about psychedelics. What would you say to someone who is nervous about taking that first step?You often talk about moving from “functioning to flourishing.” Can you share how psychedelics help individuals make that transition?What role does integration—such as therapy, mindfulness, or community—play in maximizing the benefits of a psychedelic experience?Psychedelics are often associated with mental health treatments. How do you see their role expanding beyond mental health into personal growth and creativity?What common misconceptions about psychedelics would you like to address, especially for people who may still view them through a stigmatized lens?What advice would you give to someone considering a psychedelic retreat for personal or spiritual development, and how can they prepare for the experience?How do you balance honoring indigenous traditions while offering a modern and legal psychedelic experience at your retreats?How do people find out more about your work?To find out more about Myles' work: https://www.confluenceretreats.org/---Piers is an author and a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, boarding school issues, addictions and relationship problems. He also runs online men's groups for ex-boarders, retreats and a podcast called An Evolving Man. He is also the author of How to Survive and Thrive in Challenging Times. To purchase Piers first book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Survive-Thrive-Challenging-Times/dp/B088T5L251/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=piers+cross&qid=1609869608&sr=8-1 For more videos please visit: http://youtube.com/pierscross For FB: https://www.facebook.com/pierscrosspublic For Piers' website and a free training How To Find Peace In Everyday Life: https://www.piers-cross.com/community Many blessings, Piers Cross http://piers-cross.com/