Veteran Advocacy Leaders Launch VALOR Coalition to Combat Veteran Suicide and Advance Mental Health Policy
VETS has joined forces with the Navy SEAL Foundation, Green Beret Foundation, and Wounded Warrior Project to launch the VALOR Coalition—a united effort to advance mental health policy, expand access to psychedelic-assisted therapies, and end the veteran suicide crisis.
Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Announces Sponsors for 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball
Black-tie gala returns November 15, 2025, at the Hotel del Coronado—uniting changemakers, honoring documentary filmmakers, and raising critical funds for life-changing therapies for veterans Gala Celebrates Netflix Documentary In Waves and War - Premiering on November 3, 2025
Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Applauds Texas on Passing the Largest Publicly Funded Psychedelic Research Investment in U.S. History
VETS celebrates the passage of the Texas Ibogaine Initiative—landmark legislation that allocates $100 million in public and private funding to study ibogaine-assisted therapy for PTSD, addiction, and TBI. This historic investment, driven in large part by VETS’ advocacy, positions Texas as a national leader in psychedelic research and veteran mental health care.
Press Release: Texas Launches Largest Publicly-Funded Psychedelic Research Initiative in History with $50 Million Investment in Ibogaine
Texas becomes the first state in the nation to invest in drug development trials for ibogaine, launching the largest publicly-funded psychedelic research initiative in history and offering new hope for those suffering from substance use, trauma, and brain injury.
Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Leads Legislative Day of Action in Support of AB 1103 at California State Capitol
VETS Advocacy Campaign Expands to California as Efforts for Access to Life-Changing Mental Health Treatments Continue
PRESS RELEASE: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Announces 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball to End Veteran Suicide
On November 15, 2025, the 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball returns to the iconic Hotel del Coronado. Hosted by Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), this black-tie gala gathers 600+ guests to honor veteran advocates, raise vital funds for psychedelic-assisted therapies, and advance the mission to end veteran suicide. This year’s Torchbearer Award will recognize filmmakers Jon Shenk and Bonni Cohen for their documentary In Waves and War, highlighting the healing journeys of Special Operations veterans.
- 9.11.2025
- Blog
In Waves and War Premieres on Netflix: A Powerful Story of Brotherhood, Healing, and Hope
Premiering November 3 on Netflix, In Waves and War follows three Navy SEALs - including Marcus Capone, co-founder of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) — as they confront the hidden wounds of war through psychedelic-assisted therapy. Blending raw storytelling with striking animation, the film reveals not just trauma, but transformation—and reminds us why VETS exists: to ensure no veteran fights their toughest battles alone.
- 9.10.2025
- Blog
Coaching Versus Therapy: What to Expect from Your Coach at VETS
Discover the key differences between therapy and integration coaching at VETS. Learn how coaches help veterans prepare for and integrate Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT experiences, supporting healing without replacing the role of therapy.
- 9.9.2025
- News
Advocates lobby for new approaches to preventing veteran suicides
VALOR officially launched today in Washington, D.C. Led by VETS with fellow founding members the Navy SEAL Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project, and Green Beret Foundation, the coalition is urging Congress to support research and access to innovative treatments like psychedelic-assisted therapy. With 17 veterans lost to suicide each day, VALOR is committed to driving evidence-based solutions that meet the urgent needs of our community.
- 9.5.2025
- Blog
Psychedelics for Chronic Pain? Exploring a New Frontier in Mind-Body Healing
Most conversations about psychedelics focus on mental health. But what if they could help veterans living with chronic pain, too?