Manuela Mischke-Reeds

Embodied Psychedelic Therapy is a guide to holding space for people taking psychedelics for personal exploration, spiritual expansion and healing. Covering preparation, the psychedelic journey itself and integration afterwards, it details how a focus on embodiment greatly benefits work with expanded states of consciousness. The book emerges from the intersection of psychedelics and somatics, weaving body-centred practices into the various stages of psychedelic work. It delves into ethics, adverse events, trauma, the use of touch and other themes relevant to psychedelic-assisted therapy, drawing on practices both ancient and modern to support healing and transformation. This text represents the best practices for maximising the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy: how to create safer, more therapeutic experiences for those pursuing greater wellbeing and expansion.

From over 25 years of clinical experience, Manuela Mischke- Reeds, MA, LMFT, has created the go-to resource for mental health therapists who want to incorporate somatic techniques into their daily practice. Highly-effective for clients dealing with trauma and stress disorders, somatic psychotherapy is the future of healing the entire person-body and mind. Section-by-section, this toolbox guides the clinician through: Targeted somatic interventions for trauma, stress and PTSD Steps to incorporate the body into your current therapeutic approach Mindfulness techniques and breath work Starting guidelines, safety concerns and keys to success Getting to know their own body to better use body work with clients"

Mindfulness can be defined as the ability to be present with your experiences without judgment; to witness your thoughts, feelings, and sensations with curiosity during both ordinary and dramatic moments. If you strive to be more awake and alive in your daily life, if you feel stressed, want to improve your relationships, or gain more resources to get you through hard times, mindfulness can be the answer. The 8 “keys” in this book will help readers foster a calm, sustained and mindful inner state that leads to rejuvenation, connection and confidence. Practical teachings are applied through stories and descriptions, and easy-to-understand exercises walk readers through every key. For anyone who wants to learn how to use the power of mindfulness to transform their daily life and to deal with problems such as stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, and even addiction, this book will guide the way.