• EP109: Breaking the Stigma: Innovative Therapies for First Responders with Christi Myers

  • Dec 15 2024
  • Duración: 44 m
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EP109: Breaking the Stigma: Innovative Therapies for First Responders with Christi Myers

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  • Summary In this conversation, Gary Roberts speaks with Christi Myers, CEO of Integrative Flow, about the mental health challenges faced by first responders and the innovative therapies being developed to address these issues. Christi shares her extensive background in emergency medicine and her journey towards integrating ketamine therapy as a standard of care for mental health. They discuss the impact of trauma on first responders, the stigma surrounding mental health treatment, and the importance of a holistic approach to healing. Christi emphasizes the need for cultural change within the profession and the potential for new treatments to improve the well-being of those who serve on the front lines. Takeaways Christi Myers has 25 years of experience in emergency medicine. Ketamine therapy is becoming a standard of care for mental health. First responders face unique mental health challenges due to constant exposure to trauma. Cultural stigma around mental health treatment needs to be addressed. Holistic approaches can provide significant benefits for mental health. Recognizing signs of mental health issues is crucial for first responders. The profession often normalizes unhealthy coping mechanisms. Innovative therapies can help first responders reconnect with themselves. Partnerships are essential for advancing mental health initiatives. The future of mental health treatment looks promising with new compounds and therapies. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Innovations 05:59 The Impact of Trauma on First Responders 11:49 Building Flow Integrative: A New Approach 18:05 The Holistic Approach to Mental Health 23:56 The Need for Change in First Responder Culture 30:08 Partnerships and Collaborations for Change Follow Christi Facebook Instagram LinkedIn How to Get Involved: Gary Roberts, founder of the PIR Center of Excellence, has established a state-of-the-art medical center in Costa Rica dedicated to revolutionizing the treatment of mental health, addiction, and neurological disorders through cutting-edge therapies, research, and education. In addition to his work at the PIR Center, Gary founded the nonprofit Promises Recovery, Inc., inspired by his late daughter Lauren, who tragically passed away from an opiate overdose on her 27th birthday. Lauren's vision was to help those suffering from addiction and mental health issues who were trapped in the frustrating cycle of insurance limitations, and Gary continues her mission through this nonprofit. Check out our new youtube channel Good Dudes Grow Podcast You can learn more about Gary and his journey on LinkedIn and Instagram. Please help us bring innovative therapies to those who need it. Donate today through: Paypal or gofundme -- We bring unbiased content educating you about innovative therapies like plant fungi, alternative plant medicine like hemp and cannabis.
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