MDMA therapy when psychotherapy alone is not enough
For a lot of people with the diagnosis PTSD or one of the anxiety disorders, talktherapy or cognitive behavioral therapy is not enough to reduce the symptoms. This group of unlucky people are now able to make use of MDMA therapy in The Netherlands, for example in Amsterdam. In this article we’ll explain why MDMA therapy works better than regular therapy in case of PTSD, anxiety disorders, OCD and addiction.
How MDMA therapy works
MDMA therapy is not merely about the administration of a drug. It’s a combination of the preparation, the drug and talk-therapy and the integration. This altogether create a unique therapeutic experience. During the MDMA session this are the effects of MDMA:
- Enhanced Emotional Engagement: MDMA increases the release of hormones and neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, that play key roles in trust, bonding, and well-being. This can help patients feel safe and comfortable during MDMA sessions, allowing them to engage more deeply with their emotions.
- Reduced Fear Response: MDMA decreases activity in the amygdala, the part of the brain that processes fear. This can help patients revisit traumatic memories without being overwhelmed by fear or anxiety. The reduced anxiety levels allows the clients to talk more openly about the difficult parts of life, giving their selves the chance to process it better.
- Improved Insight and Perspective: By inducing a state of heightened introspection and empathy, MDMA can help patients gain new insights into their experiences and patterns of thought.
The latest scientific research on MDMA therapy
The latest research on MDMA therapy for PTSD has been promising. The largest clinical trial to date found that the MDMA treatment was safe and effective in a diverse group of participants. The study involved 104 people diagnosed with moderate to severe PTSD. After three therapy sessions spaced a month apart, 71.2% of the participants who received MDMA no longer met the diagnostic criteria for PTSD, compared with 47.6% of the placebo group. This makes MDMA therapy on average 50% more effective as regular psychotherapy.
Do you want MDMA therapy in Amsterdam?
We’re offering legal MDMA, LSD and psilocybin sessions throughout the Netherlands and Amsterdam is a part of our service area. For people from abroad we even come to hotels, Airbnb and other rental houses. Since we work with legal psychedelics, you don’t have to source it yourself. Do you want to make use of our services? The first step is to fill in the intake to screen you for contra-indications. We do this for safety reasons. MDMA is pretty safe, except some medication or illness can be a dangerous combination. Make use of the links below to proceed.
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