Episode 90
How can ketamine and psilocybin assisted therapies help neurodistinct couples achieve enhanced safety and communication in their relationships?
Join the latest episode of the Psychedelic Mom podcast as Michaela welcomes back Dr. Jill Corvelli, a therapist with a specialization in working with ‘complex’ couples, to dive deeper into her approach to helping couples achieve smoother relationship dynamics.
The discussion covers Dr. Jill’s unique ND Compass approach, the role of psychedelics in relational healing, and the significant benefits of autonomic reset for couples dealing with the impacts of trauma.
Michaela and Dr. Jill also explore various tools and techniques for the preparation and integration phases of psychedelic couples work, the potential benefits of microdosing, and the importance of creating safe and non-judgemental spaces for therapeutic growth. The conversation also touches on the challenges of distinguishing between neurodiversity and narcissism, and Michaela’s dream of incorporating plant medicines into everyday family life.
Dr. Jill Corvelli is founder of the ND Partners Institute, which is dedicated to supporting complex couples, many of which are neurodiverse. She developed the ND Compass, which is an approach that helps complex couples navigate the differences that keep triggering and tripping them up.
Within the last year, Dr Corvelli added work in non-ordinary states of consciousness as a tool in support of Differentiation and Autonomic Reset. The ND Partners Institute also offers groups, there is an upcoming group starting in May 2024 for women in Complex-Couple Relationships and a Complex-Couples group in September 2024. In addition to serving clients within the ND Partners Institute, she provides adjunct services for clients already engaged in therapeutic work. She is also a certified facilitator in Oregon, and you can find her offerings within that work at 2 CATHARSIS.
Episode Highlights
Specializing in working with complex, often neurodiverse, couples
The ND Compass Methodology
A framework for building safety, communication, conflict resolution, and system for life
Use of ketamine and psilocybin as tools within the ND compass
Group Sessions with Ketamine
First women’s ketamine group experience discussed
Dual roles as therapist and facilitator
Licensed therapist in some states and certified psilocybin facilitator in Oregon
How ketamine and psilocybin help reset the autonomic nervous system
Types of ketamine dosages
Sublingual ketamine dosages discussed and their impacts on therapy
Mechanisms of ketamine and psilocybin
Differences and benefits of each
Client experiences with psychedelics
Examples and outcomes of using ketamine and psilocybin for therapy
Oregon’s guidelines
EMBARK protocol and the importance of body awareness, spirituality, and existentialism
Discussin heart-opening effects and support for couples
Differences in behaviors and intentions between neurodivergent and narcissistic individuals
Advice on dealing with partners who might be neurodivergent or narcissist
Curiosity and safe dialogues improving relationship dynamics
A listener's positive experience with the podcast’s advice
Preparing couples for psychedelic experiences and integration work
Discussing the concept of having a medicine bag to support family dynamics
Personal experiences with plant medicines and their impacts on her perspective
Dr. Jill Corvelli’s Links
Website: www.ndpartnersinstitute.com
Website: www.2catharsis.com
Website: www.ndpartnerscompass.com
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Book: EMBARK Psychedelic Therapy for Depression: A New Approach for the Whole Person by Bill Brennan and Alex Belser
Book: The Way of the Shaman by Michael Harner
Dr. Jill Corvelli’s Gift To You
A 30 minute consult to explore together if the group, adjunct services or any other offerings are right for you. Email here.
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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