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New Horizons in Psychedelic Research: VETS' Groundbreaking Collaborations in 2025

In 2024, the landscape of psychedelic-assisted therapy expanded in ways that few could have imagined. As we approach 2025, VETS is proud to lead the charge in groundbreaking research and transformative outcomes. As the New Year approaches, we’d like to highlight several exciting research projects on the horizon.

A Thousand Stories of Hope and Healing: VETS' Journey from Vision to Transformation

The transformation of VETS from one family's healing journey to a leading force in veteran care symbolizes more than just organizational growth—it represents hundreds of lives transformed, families restored, and hope renewed. As we look toward serving our 1,000th grant recipient, we remain committed to our ultimate goal: ensuring that every veteran has access to the healing they deserve.

Sports Illustrated: Kelly Slater on Psychedelics: The Emerging Frontier for Mental Health and Human Performance

As psychedelics gain traction as a tool for healing PTSD and overcoming addiction, surfing legend Kelly Slater weighs in on their transformative potential, the stigma, and the call for responsible use under medical supervision.

Forbes: New Documentary Tackles Navy SEALS, PTSD, Addiction and Psychedelics

'In Waves and War' tells the story of Navy SEALS who are deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan time and time again, only to return stateside and experience a different type of war: a battle on their bodies and brains.

Benzinga: Veterans Seek Healing Through Psychedelic Therapy As Seen In New Documentary 'In Waves and War'

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 complex health challenges.