Episode 27
In this heartfelt interview, Michaela Carlin, The Psychedelic Mom, and Amber Capone discuss Amber’s journey supporting her husband in his incredible recovery from PTSD through plant-based psychedelic therapies like ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT. At the core of Amber’s message is that it’s important to reframe cultural perceptions around psychedelic “drugs” to better appreciate their profound therapeutic potential. Her organization, VETS., stands at the forefront of her cause, offering financial assistance for a variety of therapeutic psychedelic modalities, aiming to help veterans and their spouses heal from trauma.
Amber holds a strong belief that psychedelics can serve as vital tools for healing, yet she underscores the fact that they aren't the only avenue for personal transformation and that each person's journey is distinctively their own. Reflecting on her own healing journey, Capone shares the transformative power of therapy, journaling, prayer, and self-care, emphasizing the ripple effect her husband's recovery has had on her own life.
Amber Capone has a history of fixing, building, and tenaciously seeking solutions to complex challenges. After meeting her husband Marcus at Southern Illinois University, she spent over a decade supporting his military career as a U.S. Navy SEAL.
As her own personal and professional life began to unravel upon Marcus’ separation from the military, Amber became determined not to become a victim, but rather to pursue victory for her own family, as well as countless others. Amber has successfully built and led the organization, VETS, from a grassroots movement into a nationally recognized nonprofit organization. Her strategic approach, keen intuition, and knack for team building have been key components in assisting 500+ veterans, raising over $6M, adding to the growing body of psychedelic research, and successfully advocating for policy change across the U.S.
Amber is a devoted wife and mother, admires strong leadership, and is fiercely principled and deeply passionate about issues facing veteran families. She possesses a heart for serving others and a steadfast determination to make a difference.
Episode Highlights
Amber Capone shares her personal journey supporting her husband's recovery from PTSD through plant-based medicines like ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT
She highlights the need for a shift in perspective on “drugs” versus “medicine” to appreciate these substances' healing potential
Amber stresses the significance of commitment, hard work, and a supportive environment in the recovery process
She emphasizes that each individual's journey of healing is unique and personal
Her organization, VETS, supports veterans and their spouses by funding six different modalities, including psilocybin, MDMA and ayahuasca
She believes that psychedelics can be a critical tool for those feeling stuck or compelled toward change
She also acknowledges that psychedelics are not the only tools that can help veterans recover from trauma
Emphasizing the importance of connection, Amber encourages reconnection with oneself, God, family, nature and others during the healing journey
Her own healing journey has included therapy, journaling, prayer, and a dedicated commitment to self-care
Through her organization, VETS, Amber offers funding for veterans to access psychedelic therapies, coupled with a wide range of support services
VETS provides one-on-one coaching, group integration, meditation training, workshops and community support to further aid the recovery process
Amber Capone’s Links
Website: www.vetsolutions.org
Instagram: @veteransolutions
Facebook: VETS: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions, Inc.
LinkedIn: Amber Capone
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Special thanks to Jeremy Colbert (Taragápe) for the original podcast theme music.
You can find out more about Jeremey’s work here:
taragape.com and @taragape