Veterans Seek Healing Through Psychedelic Therapy As Seen In New Documentary ‘In Waves And War’
At this year’s Telluride Film Festival, the documentary In Waves and War made its much-anticipated premiere, shedding light on the transformative power of psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans struggling with PTSD, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and depression. Directed by Jon Shenk and Bonni Cohen, the film intimately follows retired Navy SEALs Marcus Capone, Matty Roberts and DJ Shipley as they seek healing through innovative treatments.
VETS: A Non-Profit Pioneering Psychedelic Healing For Veterans
The documentary also highlights the work of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), a non-profit founded by Marcus and Amber Capone in 2019. VETS is dedicated to ending the veteran suicide epidemic by providing access to psychedelic-assisted therapy, along with advocacy and support for U.S. military veterans facing mental health challenges. Since its inception, VETS has served nearly 1,000 veterans and their families, guiding them through treatment options and offering community support.
The Veterans’ Journey: Struggling With PTSD, TBI And Depression
The film portrays the mental and physical toll of war on Navy SEALs who have faced repeated deployments. For many, the battle does not end when they return home. As Marcus Capone describes in an interview with Forbes, the pain of survivor’s guilt, nightmares and depression was overwhelming. “I grabbed my pistol …