Truth Medicine

“Dr. Michael Sapiro is a brilliant therapist and brings a heartful presence to every interaction. Bold in his thinking, he challenges people to be their best, most powerful, loving, and sincere self. He can teach complex topics in a simple way, and always offers practical ways people can make changes immediately. His work with combat veterans and first responders using psychedelic therapy to address trauma symptoms is compassionate, innovative, and an advance to the field.”—Elissa Epel, PhD, Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, coauthor of The Telomere Effect and author of The Stress Prescription

“Dr. Michael Sapiro is a thoughtful scholar, an extraordinary teacher, an authentic and sophisticated clinician. He synthesizes wisdom and personal experience from multiple spiritual practice lineages with modern psychology and neuroscience, applying it to some of the most powerful transformative work I’ve ever seen. Now, he has become one of the most respected voices in psychedelic therapy. His book is sure to guide the field and a new generation of therapists, as well as people seeking healing and meaning in psychedelic experiences, in ways that are both evidence based and heartfelt.”
 —Cassandra Vieten, PhD, Clinical Psychology Director, Psychedelics and Health Research Initiative Director of Research, Arthur C Clarke Center for Human Imagination University of California, San Diego

“Michael Ryoshin Sapiro brings a profound depth of insight and compassion to the field of psychedelic psychotherapy in Truth Medicine. As a Buddhist monk and clinical psychologist, he bridges ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science, offering readers a transformative guide to healing and authenticity. This book is not just about the promise of psychedelics; it’s about reclaiming the truth of who we are and living in alignment with that truth. Grounded in research, illuminated by real-world case studies, and written with the clarity of a master teacher, Truth Medicine is an essential resource for anyone seeking to break free from the cycles of trauma and limitation that bind us. Dr. Sapiro’s work is a gift to those committed to deep healing, growth, and the awakening of our fullest potential.”—Richard Miller, PhD, Founder of iRest Institute and Author of iRest Meditation: Restorative Practices for Health, Resiliency, and Well-Being

"Truth Medicine is a transformative guide to healing and self-discovery through the lens of psychedelic psychotherapy. Dr. Michael Ryoshin Sapiro masterfully blends science, spirituality, and personal insight to illuminate the path toward authenticity, self-love, and alignment. This book is your powerful invitation to embrace your truth, heal deeply, and live fully."—Michael Bernard Beckwith, Founder & CEO, Agape International Spiritual Center and Author of Life Visioning and Spiritual Liberation

"This wise, compassionate, honest, and insightful book is a wonderful guide to psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Simultaneously clear, comprehensive, and nuanced, it brings the work to life with compelling real-life stories and easy-to-follow exercises. Dr. Sapiro’s years of experience both as a psychotherapist and student of Buddhist meditative traditions shine through on every page, lovingly and disarmingly illuminating the causes of our suffering and its alleviation. It’s a must-read for clients and therapists alike."—Ronald D. Siegel, Psy.D., Author of The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary Assistant Professor of Psychology, Harvard Medical School