Episode 270
Christi Myers
In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Christi Myers, founder and CEO of Flow Integrative. Christi shares her journey from emergency medicine to pioneering ketamine-assisted therapy protocols. She discusses the science behind ketamine's effects on the brain, her work developing standards for ketamine therapy with Dr. Bronner's, and her vision for expanding access to this transformative treatment.
Christi offers insights on responsible implementation of ketamine therapy and how it can be integrated with other healing modalities.
Christi Myers, the visionary Founder and CEO of Flow Integrative, has charted an inspiring path of transformation. With nearly two decades of experience as a Paramedic, she has made significant contributions to renowned organizations including the Department of Defense, American Medical Response, Air Methods, San Bernardino County Fire and Sheriff Department, and the Department of Justice.
In addition to her field experience, Myers has been a dedicated educator, serving as faculty at Victor Valley College. Her passion for shaping the next generation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals led to her tenure in 2021 and appointment as the assistant director of the EMS program. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and a Master of Science in Leadership.
Motivated by her firsthand experience with the mental health challenges that often plague first responders, and her own journey through PTSD, Myers founded Flow Integrative in 2020. The organization’s mission is to destigmatize and expand access to psychedelic therapies, offering tools for growth, symptom relief, and holistic well-being, with a particular focus on frontline workers dealing with complex trauma.
In 2022, Flow Integrative’s merger with Enthea cemented its role as a pioneer in psychedelic healthcare coverage, revolutionizing mental health treatment. Myers introduced Ketamine Assisted Therapy at Flow Integrative, providing a compassionate and innovative approach to addressing mental health challenges, and highlighting the transformative potential of psychedelic therapies in alleviating human suffering.
Podcast Highlights
- Christi's background in emergency medicine and as an educator
- How ketamine works in the brain and impacts the default mode network
- Developing ketamine therapy protocols for Dr. Bronner's employees
- Combining ketamine with other healing modalities like PEMF and red light therapy
- Safety considerations and contraindications for ketamine therapy
- Christi's vision for empowering more practitioners to offer ketamine therapy
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