Dan Engle - A Dose of Hope: A Story of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy

Cautions and conditions on reading A Dose of Hope :

The authors would like to alert the readers that A Dose of Hope is for informational purposes only and simply intended to convey an understanding of the background, current state of research, and potential benefits of MDMA as a therapeutic agent. This is not an endorsement of independent personal use of MDMA, recreationally or therapeutically, outside of government-sanctioned research. Currently, it is a criminal offense in the United States and in many other countries, punishable by imprisonment and/or fines, to manufacture, possess, supply, or utilize MDMA for any reason outside of a legally sanctioned clinical trial.

Furthermore, the information provided here does not constitute the practice of medicine, psychotherapy, or any other professional healthcare service, including the giving of medical advice. The use of information in this book is at ones own discretion. The contents of this book are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Readers should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical or therapeutic advice for any personal health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

The authors and the publisher expressly disclaim any liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise, that is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the contents of this book.

Copyright 2021 Dr. Dan Engle & Alex Y oung

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ISBN: 978-1-5445-21 01-5

I have known Dr. Dan for many years, and he is deeply knowledgeable about all subjects surrounding plant medicine, psychedelics, and other forms of healing with non - ordinary states of consciousness. A Dose of Hope is a terrific book that helps demystify the process of MDMA - assisted therapy in a clear and compelling manner. Dr. Dans book will become a key public education resource as legal access by prescription to MDMA - assisted therapy for PTSD is likely by early 20

Rick Doblin, PhD, Founder and Executive Director of MAPS

Page after page, we discover Dr. Dans dedication to diverse forms of healing and his honest, caring, and visible intelligence on this topic. The unique richness of this book is that it is a page - turner , yet we are taken into the deep intricacy of what psychedelic healing can offer to the most wounded of our socie ty.

Francoise Bourzat, MA, counselor and psychedelic therapy guide, author of Consciousness Medicine

A lot of healthcare practitioners throw around the word holistic, but no one I have ever met embodies this ideal like Dr. Dan Engle. Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness are all inexorably woven together into his practice. He is the perfect person to write the book about one of the most significant advancements in wellness we have ever seen in our lifetime. To understand what is possible with MDMA - assisted psychotherapy, both personally and collectively, this book is a must - re ad .

Aubrey Marcus, Founder of ONNIT, NYT bestselling author of Own the Day

Dr. Dan Engle is one of the most knowledgeable people on the planet. Over the years I have referred him and his work to everyone from a mother who has a son struggling with depression and addiction to billionaires who have searched endlessly for solutions to psychological pain that they have not been able to find. He is a brilliant man who is on the new frontier of bringing relief to the pain and suffering that so many people live wi th.

Joe Polish, Founder of Genius Network and Genius Recovery

I have had the privilege of knowing Dr. Dan as a colleague and friend for many years. He is one of the most knowledgeable people I know on all subjects surrounding plant medicine, entheogens, and other forms of guided healing. When he talks about this subject, people listen, and I would recommend you do, too. A Dose of Hope will rightly be the go - to guide book to MDMA - assisted thera py.

Hyla Cass, MD, psychiatrist and author of Natural Highs and 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health

Dr. Dan Engle is one of the most creative and profound physicians I know. This book is an incredibly creative solution to how to convey not just information but information that rests on earlier information in a way that doesnt drag or bore. It works! I found myself caring about the central character, following his progress and his fumblings and his failings and his recoveries, totally caught up in what he was struggling to open up and become. What an opportunity to understand how it all works without ever feeling youre being lectured to. What a marvelous book this is.

James Fadiman, PhD, microdose researcher and author of The Psychedelic Explorers Guide: Safe, Therapeutic and Sacred Journeys

As we launch into the world of psychedelic psychotherapy, in this time of critical need and tremendous promise, we need wise guides with great hearts like Dr. Dan Engle. His book reminds us that behind the research results that make headlines lies the complexity of journeys lived step by step into the unknown. May our own stories unfold in the company of true friends and good medici ne!

Kate Hawk, Director of the Trauma Transformation Network

A Dose of Hope gives us a profound sneak peek into the healing potential of psychedelics in the twenty - first century. Dr. Dan beautifully ties together research and personal story that makes this book fascinating and hard to put down. He opens the channels of wisdom to intimately bring the reader closer to the center of a new, soul - centered entheogen revolution. This book will be considered one the most important pieces of literature on mental health in the past fifty yea rs.

Harry Grammer, Founder and President of New Earth

Dr. Dan has been a friend for years and has been a huge help for my family with his extensive knowledge in innovative, integrative, alternative therapies. I am hopeful that with this guide and his continued pursuits, these therapies will become the go - to therapies that he al.

JJ Virgin, NYT bestselling author of The Virgin Diet

Dr. Dan and I have shared meals, hardcore workouts, walks, podcasts, and deep discussions about plant medicine, his unique methods of healing, and his impressive body of knowledge of oft - misunderstood topics such as entheogens and psychedelics. He is a well of knowledge, and Im honored to call him a friend. I highly recommend his wo rk!

Ben Greenfield, human performance consultant, speaker, and NYT bestselling author of Beyond Training

Dr. Dan is my go - to trusted expert for anything related to plant medicine and entheogens. In A Dose of Hope, he describes the healing journey with such clarity and accessibility that it is a must - read guidebook for anyone considering this form of therapy. It is sure to be on my most recommended li st.

Sherry Walling, PhD, Founder and Lead Psychologist at ZenFounder, host of the Mind Curious podcast, and author of The Entrepreneurs Guide to Keeping Your Sh*t Together

Healing is a journey into oneself, learning to trust what you will find behind the door of your heart. But there are times when we need a wise guide and some therapeutic medicine to remove the rust from what hinges us so love can flow again and dissolve the crust. Dr. Dan is that wise guide who brings us all A Dose of Ho pe!

Paul Chek, holistic health practitioner and Founder of Chek Institute

Dr. Dan Engle is, in my estimation, the most powerful complex systems body, mind, and spirit integrator. Dan has deep cross - disciplinary knowledge of the human systems requirements to restore wholeness. He guides us to move beyond suffering to create a thriving state. Dans intimate personal experiences in the realm of inner self - realization paired with highly effective strategies for outer growth combine to deliver a rare opportunity: the gift of knowing ourselves in our fullne ss.