The Netflix documentary “In Waves and War” reveals the stunning results of psychedelic therapy and how medicines like Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT are proving to help warriors overcome their demons, which all too often drive them to suicide.
Former Navy SEAL Chief Anthony Rivera completed this groundbreaking treatment back in 2020 and shares vivid memories from his experience.
We begin with a gripping look at what life on the SEAL teams was like, and the aftereffects of combat.
After attempting to fight the battle alone, Rivera was eventually convinced by a fellow team member to undergo a powerful medically assisted session in Mexico, thanks to Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions.
Rivera described in detail the vivid images and feelings he experienced during the sessions. And he shared the profound connection between psychedelic therapy and feeling the presence of God.
As the medicine coursed through his veins, the results that he and hundreds of other Special Operations veterans experienced are nothing short of miraculous.
Rivera also makes a powerful case for why psychedelic therapy is more effective than traditional mental health treatment and the overwhelming number of medications widely prescribed.
Now a devout Christian, Rivera continues to serve his fellow veterans through his company Vetavize, which helps them navigate the VA benefit claims process and receive the benefits they earned.
Watch "In Waves and War" on Netflix
For more on Medical Psychedelic Therapy Sessions, check out Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS)
For VA claims assistance using AI-powered Vetavize, connect with SEAL veteran Anthony Rivera
Contact Phil Briggs, the host of CBS Eye on Veterans at phil@connectingvets.com.