In this episode, we discuss Sam J. Peterson's journey as an Army Combat Veteran and co-founder of MindSpa, aimed at transforming American mental health care. He shares insights on the importance of improving outpatient group practices, along with his personal experiences with PTSD and innovative treatments like ketamine therapy and TMS. Sam also addresses the challenges of building MindSpa, emphasizing adaptive business models for patient accessibility. His vision for expanding services highlights the critical need for effective mental health resources, underscoring the resilience required to drive meaningful change.

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Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.

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