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Depression, PTSD & Anxiety: Insights from Nolan Williams’ TED Talk
In his powerful TED Talk at TED2025, Stanford neuroscientist Dr. Nolan Williams presents a compelling case for the therapeutic potential of ibogaine, a plant-derived psychoactive compound, in treating a range of severe mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety.

IbogaQuest
Jan 282 min read


Letting Go of the “Perfect” Ibogaine Journey
Ibogaine is a powerful medicine. But power does not mean instant completion. Here are a few important things to keep in mind when approaching ibogaine work.

IbogaQuest
Jan 272 min read


Navigating the First 2 Weeks After Ibogaine
There is a profound and tender space that unfolds after an Ibogaine journey, a period of quiet integration, raw sensitivity, and hopeful reorganization. It is a time often shrouded in mystery, a delicate dawn that requires the utmost care and understanding. The article, "Understanding The First Two Weeks After Ibogaine," from awake.net offers a generous and clarifying map for those preparing for, or emerging from, this sacred window. It is a work that extends a steady, compa

IbogaQuest
Sep 8, 20253 min read


Ibogaine & Brain Repair
A newly published paper in Acta Neuropsychiatrica explores something many in the ibogaine field have long suspected: ibogaine may support the brain’s natural repair processes.

IbogaQuest
Feb 151 min read


Katherine’s Ibogaine Journey: Releasing Emotional Cages
Katherine came to ibogaine therapy following a deep inner calling sparked by reading 2012: The Return of Quetzalcoatl by Daniel Pinchbeck. The book opened her to the possibility that ibogaine could help her break free from long-standing emotional “cages” and address unresolved issues, particularly those rooted in her relationship with her father. During her experience, Katherine became aware of how her analytical mind initially resisted surrendering to the journey. Ibogaine

IbogaQuest
Jan 282 min read


Polisubstance Risks & Protocol Update
As the field of ibogaine treatment continues to evolve, so too does the responsibility to speak honestly about both its promise and its risks. At IbogaQuest, we believe that careful transparency, shared with respect, context, and discernment, is essential for the long-term safety and integrity of this work. The reflections below are offered as part of an ongoing commitment to learning, accountability, and collective responsibility within the ibogaine community. IbogaQuest, Te

IbogaQuest
Nov 30, 20253 min read


Stanford University's Ibogaine Research
Every so often, a piece of work appears that stills the air and asks to be held with reverence. Today, reading a new study from Stanford Medicine, feels like one of those moments. Here in the quiet of Tepoztlán, where the mountains themselves seem to hold ancient memories of healing, it feels especially poignant to witness modern science turning its gaze with such care toward the profound potential of sacred plant medicine. As we sit with this research, we feel a deep sense o

IbogaQuest
Sep 8, 20252 min read


The Promising Horizon of Ibogaine Research for Alcohol Dependence
A hopeful dawn: Where sacred plant wisdom and modern science meet to build a bridge to healing.

IbogaQuest
Sep 8, 20253 min read


A Map for the Journey: Jimena's Ibogaine Guide
We would like to share a wonderfully thorough guide written by a cherished member of our own IbogaQuest team, Jimena. We are grateful for the depth of care she brings to our staff, and her new article is a beautiful expression of the responsible, heart-centered approach we value so deeply. Her piece, "The Ibogaine Journey," serves as a compassionate map for anyone contemplating this profound path. For those of you navigating the many questions that arise, her work offers gent

IbogaQuest
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Ketamine's Iceberg Moment
We've started seeing more people arriving at IbogaQuest with addiction to Ketamine. It's a tricky substance to get rid off, but Ibogaine does offer hope.

IbogaQuest
Sep 8, 20251 min read


Trapped by Kratom?
Why a specialized Ibogaine protocol at IbogaQuest Is Your path to freedom In the U.S., kratom is marketed in a variety of ways, often...

IbogaQuest
Jun 3, 20254 min read


Visions from an Ibogaine Journey
During a recent treatment cycle at IbogaQuest, one of our participants shared a story, one that seems to reach across time and culture,...

IbogaQuest
May 24, 20252 min read


Ethical notes on the "Ibogaine Boom"
There's growing interest in ibogaine treatment... What now? Interest in ibogaine treatment is rapidly growing, fueled by new research, media attention, and heartfelt advocacy for its potential in treating addiction, PTSD, and traumatic brain injuries. Yet with this momentum comes important questions. Ibogaine is not a “magic bullet.” While it can be a powerful interrupter of addiction and a catalyst for deep healing, true recovery requires time, integration, and ongoing suppo

IbogaQuest
Mar 5, 20251 min read


Ibogaine treatment for PTSD
At IbogaQuest, we have years of experience supporting individuals healing from PTSD, including those who have endured childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and the aftermath of war. PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, has a profound effect on the nervous system, disrupting its natural ability to regulate stress and emotions. This often leaves individuals in a heightened state of alertness or numbness, which can severely impact their lives. People with PTSD may experience flas

IbogaQuest
Oct 5, 20241 min read


Moving towards a more rational and compassionate drug policy
The global approach to drug policy has long been dominated by punitive measures that prioritize criminalization over rehabilitation and...

IbogaQuest
Sep 28, 20242 min read


Barry Rossinoff & Jeff Berwick, The Dollar Vigilante
In December 2015, Barry Rossinoff was interviewed by The Dollar Vigilante, Jeff Berwick. The interview is centered around Iboga, it’s...

IbogaQuest
Sep 28, 20243 min read


Master Plants are not the magic pill
In the world of holistic healing, master plants like iboga are often hailed as powerful tools for personal transformation. These plants...

IbogaQuest
Sep 28, 20242 min read
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