Send us a text

What happens when talk therapy isn’t enough? When the pain runs so deep that even the best therapist can’t reach it? Curt Kearney joins today to share his personal story of turning to psychedelics as a last resort and how that decision changed the entire trajectory of his life.

This is a deeply grounded conversation about trauma, treatment-resistant depression, and the inner parts we exile to survive. Curt breaks down how Internal Family Systems (IFS) and psychedelic-assisted therapy can work together to bring those parts back into relationship, sometimes for the first time in decades. This is not a conversation about quick fixes. It’s about safety, trust, and the power of showing up for the parts of ourselves we were taught to bury.

This Episode Covers:

• Curt’s first experience with LSD at 17 and how it altered his mental health journey.
• The difference between exiles and protectors in IFS.
• How psychedelics can amplify self-compassion and internal clarity.
• The importance of preparation and consent in psychedelic work.
• A powerful case study of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD.
• Why “bad trips” often come from neglected parts not feeling safe.
• The role of integration and ongoing relationship with inner parts.
• What happens when the monster inside turns out to be you.

Connect with Curt:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/curt-kearney-39824643/
Website - https://www.curtkearney.com/

Until next time, here's to deeper connections and personal growth.
Mad love!

The podcast is now on YouTube! If you prefer to watch, head over to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw3CabcJueib20U_L3WeaR-lNG_B3zYqu

Don’t forget to subscribe to the Badass Confidence Coach podcast on your favorite podcast platform!

CONNECT WITH ANNA:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askannamarcolin/
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/tag/askannamarcolin
Email [email protected]
Website https://www.annamarcolin.com