- 5.8.2025
- News
Hawaii Bill To Support Psychedelic Therapy—Passed By Both Senate And House—Is Dead For The Session
Hawaii’s SB 1042, a bill to advance psychedelic-assisted therapy research, made meaningful progress this session with bipartisan support and strong advocacy—including from VETS. Though it missed a procedural deadline, lawmakers aligned on key provisions and plan to reintroduce the measure in 2026, setting the stage for Hawaii to lead on innovative mental health solutions.
- 5.5.2025
- Blog
Breaking New Ground: Clinical Trials Exploring Psychedelic Therapies for Veterans
For veterans, clinical trials offer a chance to explore healing while contributing to research that could transform care for others. VETS helps you find studies, check eligibility, and get the support you need to participate safely.
- 4.18.2025
- News
Kyrsten Sinema pours campaign money into ASU, veterans groups, payroll
After leaving the Senate, Kyrsten Sinema donated $50,000 to Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), a nonprofit advocating for psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans with traumatic brain injuries. The donation is part of her broader charitable giving and reflects her continued interest in expanding treatment options for veterans—a cause she championed throughout her time in office.
- 4.18.2025
- News
Another Hawaii House Panel Approves Bill To Support Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Research
VETS, a national leader in veteran mental health, praised Hawaii’s psychedelic bill as “a bold initiative” and encouraged lawmakers to lead in access and innovation. With over $3.2M in healing grants awarded, VETS highlighted the importance of expanding treatment options for veterans facing mental health challenges.
- 4.4.2025
- Blog
Ibogaine + Family Stability: A Path to Healing for Veteran Families
When a veteran heals, families thrive. In this Month of the Military Child reflection, Dr. Lori Camper—VETS' Programs Director—explores how ibogaine-assisted therapy can help veterans reconnect with their families, reduce emotional barriers, and restore stability at home. Backed by emerging research and grounded in real-world impact, this piece highlights why supporting the healing of veterans is also an investment in the wellbeing of their spouses and children.
- 3.25.2025
- Blog
Taking Care of You: How Self-Care and Wellness Empower Women in the Military Community
This in-depth article explores the unique challenges faced by women in the military community—both veterans and spouses—highlighting their resilience, the emotional toll of caregiving, and the path toward personal healing. Through powerful stories, practical wellness strategies, and community support, it offers a compassionate roadmap for transforming burnout into strength and creating lasting change for families and the broader military ecosystem.
- 3.25.2025
- News
- Press Releases
Press Release: VETS Co-Founder & CEO Amber Capone Named to Inc.'s 2025 Female Founders 500 List
Amber Capone, Co-Founder and CEO of VETS, has been named to Inc.'s 2025 Female Founders 500 List. This recognition highlights her significant contributions and leadership in her field.
- 3.24.2025
- News
Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival returns: This year’s festival will celebrate husband-and-wife team Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk, of San Francisco-based Actual Films.
After a year-long hiatus, the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival returns March 27–30 with powerful, thought-provoking films—from the politicization of climate change in The White House Effect to the transformative healing of veterans in In Waves and War. Honoring acclaimed Bay Area filmmakers and spotlighting stories of resilience, identity, and hope, the festival reclaims its place as a vital voice in the documentary world.
- 3.17.2025
- News
Psychedelics and the Texas Trip Part 1: Unlikely Allies
After years of struggling with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries, former SEAL Team 6 member Marcus Capone found hope in psychedelic therapy. His journey, alongside unexpected advocates like former Texas Governor Rick Perry, is reshaping the conversation on mental health treatment for veterans. In a special three-part series, Psychedelics and the Texas Trip, Texas Public Radio explores the groundbreaking efforts to fund clinical trials for psychedelics as a treatment for PTSD.
- 3.12.2025
- News
- Press Releases
- Updates
Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Leads Legislative Day of Action on March 18, 2025 in Support of Texas Ibogaine Initiative
The Legislative Day of Action aims to educate legislators on the transformative potential of ibogaine-assisted therapy for veterans struggling with OUD, co-occurring SUD, and neurological or mental health conditions, as well as address the critical issue that service members must travel internationally to access these treatments.