The journey of healing and self-discovery can be a long and challenging one, especially for those who have experienced trauma (1 in 3 adults in the UK have).
For many, the weight of their past experiences can cast a shadow over their ability to have healthy, emotionally intelligent relationships.
Traditional therapeutic methods can give some respite and inroads to healing. However, they often can take a long time to set in to a person’s way of being.
MDMA guided therapy offers an innovative and transformative approach that can help people break free from the cycle of trauma, often more swiftly than traditional approaches.
It then becomes possible to develop healthier relationships and step into one’s wise adult self.
Breaking Old Relationship Templates:
Trauma often leaves a deep imprint on the psyche, shaping the way we relate to ourselves and others. Unresolved trauma can lead to negative relationship templates, creating patterns of behaviour that are difficult to break. These patterns can lead to challenges in forming and maintaining healthy relationships.
MDMA is a prosocial medicine that is known for its ability to lower inhibitions and reduce fear by working with the amygdala in our brain. This provides a unique setting in which individuals can confront and rework these patterns.
Repatterning into Healthier Ways of Being and Relating:
During an MDMA guided experience one will often have profound moments of introspection, empathy, and connection. This heightened state of connectedness creates a safe container for exploring past relational challenges, trauma and even attachment wounds.
Individuals may begin reprocessing and integrating their traumatic experiences in ways that were previously impossible. The ability to connect deeply to their inner selves and the support of the guide enables individuals to develop healthier ways of being and relating.
This repatterning allows them to take what they have learned during the session and apply it to their daily lives.
Stepping into the Wise Adult Self:
The concept of the “wise adult” self, often mentioned by therapists like Terry Real, is the culmination of personal growth, self-discovery and one’s ability to lean into ‘us consciousness’.
The Wise Adult is the version of us that allows us to step into a more skilful way of being instead of just operating from old patterns of being.
With the power of MDMA the Wise Adult can then come onboard more easily. During the session a client will have moments of profound insight and clarity, allowing them to see their past and present from a new perspective.
With the guide’s assistance, they can develop practical strategies for living more authentic lives with their Wise Adult at the helm.
This new wisdom serves as a compass for making healthier choices and building more fulfilling relationships.
Conclusion:
MDMA guided therapy offers a promising approach to breaking the cycle of trauma and fostering relational growth. By providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their inner selves and confront past traumas, this therapy is becoming a powerful catalyst for healing and personal growth.
As research into MDMA-assisted therapy continues to advance and gain credibility in therapeutic circles, the integration of this approach may become an even more prominent tool in helping people live more authentic, relational lives from their Wise Adult.
Jamie Abrams is a Somatic Intimacy Coach & MDMA Guide. For more details about guided sessions over Zoom you can contact her via her website or by email.