The Science Behind Mindfulness
Join us for a thoughtful conversation between expert panelists in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, meditation, and psychedelics as they discuss the science behind mindfulness. Our panelists will explore themes like intention, how mindfulness...
Join us for a thoughtful conversation between expert panelists in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, meditation, and psychedelics as they discuss the science behind mindfulness. Our panelists will explore themes like intention, how mindfulness techniques can improve neuroplasticity, and how mindfulness and psychedelics can be transformative when used in tandem. We are pleased to introduce our all-star team of panelists for our live recording of The Psychedelic Report with Dr. Dave at Open in Venice, CA.
Dr. Dave Rabin, MD, PhD
Dr. Dave Rabin, a board-certified psychiatrist and neuroscientist, is the Chief Medical Officer, Co-Founder, and Co-Inventor at Apollo Neuro. The Apollo® is the first scientifically validated wearable to improve HRV, focus, sleep, and access to meditative states by delivering gentle vibrations through your sense of touch.
In addition to hishttp://drdave.io/, Dr. Dave is currently conducting research on the epigenetic regulation of trauma responses and recovery to elucidate the mechanism of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the neurobiology of belief.
Dr. Dave has been featured on The Tim Ferriss Show, The Aubrey Marcus Podcast, Ben Greenfield Life, and more. You can learn more about Dr. Dave Rabin here.
Manoj Dias
Born and raised in the Theravada Buddhist tradition, Manoj Dias is co-founder of Open, a mindfulness studio and app focused on breathwork, meditation, movement, and sound. Manoj knows that meditation and mindfulness are too vast and wise for any one person to own, so he has studied with some of the most respected teachers of our time, including Channa Dassanayaka, Dr. Miles Neale, and Joe Loizzo.. He has married the best of ancient wisdom and contemporary science to bring the power of awareness, compassion and wisdom to organizations such as Netflix, Google, and Slack alongside his role as an associate at the Melbourne Business School’s executive leadership program.In March 2021, Manoj released his first book, Still Together. You can practice with Manoj on the Open app and in-person at the LA studio.
Lauren Swanson, PA-C
As the Director of Patient Care at Wondermed Clinics, Lauren Swanson is a board-certified physician assistant with extensive experience in family practice, urgent care, cosmetic dermatology, and neuropsychiatry. She earned her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from The University of Southern California. Originally from Norman, OK, she moved west after earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Physiology from Oklahoma State University. Lauren was drawn to a career in medicine through her sincere desire to help people. She is passionate about working closely with patients to promote comprehensive wellbeing and guide them to live their healthiest potential.From her experience treating patients with ketamine, as well as training in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, she is well versed in this progressive and unique practice. She has years of experience diagnosing and treating a multitude of mental health disorders and it is her great pleasure to partner with Wondermed to help patients on their journey to improved mental health.You can learn more about Lauren’s work here.