My Psychedelic Story: Micah Stover

What does it really mean to say yes to psychedelic healing?In this powerful episode of My Psychedelic Story, therapist Micah Stover explores trauma-informed psychedelic therapy, somatic healing, and the ethical responsibility behind working with psilocybin, ketamine, MDMA, and cannabis. She shares why preparation and integration matter more than the peak experience, how consent must be conscious and informed, and why depth psychology and archetypal awareness are essential to lasting transformation.This conversation matters for anyone exploring plant medicine, psychedelic integration, or trauma recovery. It offers a grounded framework for approaching expanded states of consciousness with reverence, discernment, and nervous system safety.What You’ll Learn:Why psychedelic therapy requires preparation that focuses on surrender, not controlHow somatic healing and nervous system regulation support trauma integrationWhat informed consent really means in psychedelic workThe difference between a psychedelic experience and true integrationHow Jungian depth psychology and archetypes help make sense of symbolic, non-linear journeysEpisode Highlights:03:12 – How Micah’s personal trauma shaped her path into somatic and psychedelic therapy06:48 – Why “research is me-search” in the world of trauma healing09:27 – The role of preparation and why surrender is more important than expectation12:03 – “This is metaphysical heart surgery” and what that means for therapists and clients15:41 – Why informed consent is often misunderstood in psychedelic spaces18:22 – How art, poetry, and symbol become the language of medicine20:15 – Bridging Western clinical models with indigenous healing traditionsMeet the Guest:Micah Stover is a trauma-informed therapist specializing in somatic healing and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Trained in psilocybin, ketamine, MDMA, and cannabis work, she integrates Jungian depth psychology, archetypal frameworks, and intergenerational trauma awareness to guide clients through preparation, experience, and integration.Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned:Somatic healing and nervous system regulationTrauma-informed psychedelic preparation and integrationDepth psychology and Jungian archetypesConsent-centered therapeutic frameworksSymbol and metaphor as integration toolsHealing Psychedelics methodologyClosing InsightPsychedelics can open the door to profound healing, but the real transformation happens in how we prepare, how we surrender, and how we integrate.If you are exploring psychedelic healing, trauma recovery, or conscious transformation, this episode offers clarity and grounded guidance for the path ahead.Subscribe to My Psychedelic Story on your favorite podcast platform: https://podlink.com/1723629751For the best in microdosing products and education, visit http://mamadose.comConnect with Micah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-stover-49016114/Join The Plant Medicine Path community: https://community.theplantmedicinepath.com/feedConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/medicinewiththemedalsConnect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medicine_with_the_medals/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theplantmedicinepath/