#5 - Vianey “Nurse V.” Ariadna Perez: A Nurse’s Perspective on Ibogaine

#5 - Vianey “Nurse V.” Ariadna Perez: A Nurse’s Perspective on Ibogaine

Ever wondered what it's like to be a nurse guiding patients through the transformative journey of ibogaine treatment? Meet Vianey Ariadna Perez, or Nurse V., who heads the nursing team at Beond. With over 500 ibogaine experiences under her belt, Nurse V. brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to the table.

Born in Mexico and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, she studied at a private nursing university and worked in Cancun’s General Hospital before diving into the world of ibogaine in 2018. In this episode, Nurse V. opens up about her unique role and the subtle intricacies of caring for patients undergoing ibogaine treatment.

She shares her personal experience with the medicine from the spring of 2022, providing a rare glimpse into the nurse's perspective on self-love, personal growth, and the detox process. One intriguing question she tackles is whether it's essential for healthcare providers working with psychedelics to have their own experiences with these powerful substances.

You'll hear about the less obvious aspects of nursing in this field, such as the emotional vulnerability of clients during treatment and the importance of self-care for practitioners. Nurse V. offers valuable advice for nurses considering a career in this burgeoning area of mental healthcare. Join Amanda Siebert and Nurse V. as they discuss the impact of psychedelics on mental health, shedding light on how ibogaine can be used safely and effectively for trauma and addiction recovery.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of nursing, psychedelics, and mental health.