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Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind

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9798888504680
Park Street Press
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2026
512 pages
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26533

Original price was: ₨7,000.00.Current price is: ₨2,195.00.

A comprehensive guide to ibogaine’s healing power, cultural roots, and clinical potential

Description

• Explores how ibogaine works, including how it boosts cellular function,
increases neuroplasticity, and interrupts habitual behavior patterns and trauma

• Discusses the ritual roots of iboga in the Bwiti spiritual tradition of Gabon

• Shares case studies showing ibogaine’s healing effects for addiction recovery, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and Parkinson’s

Ibogaine is an alkaloid derived from the iboga plant, native to Central Africa. Its healing effects are revered within the Bwiti spiritual tradition of Gabon. International ibogaine expert Jonathan Dickinson explores how this psychedelic substance is now emerging as one of the most promising tools in neuro-regenerative medicine, addiction recovery, and treating trauma.

Grounded in fieldwork and more than 15 years of clinical observation, Dickinson shows how ibogaine interacts with the body and mind, inducing a “bicameral state” of consciousness. This is a liminal mode of being in which ancient voices, archetypes, and internal guidance systems emerge, often catalyzing a profound reorganization of memory, identity, and behavior.

He details how ibogaine boosts cellular function and shares impressive case studies to demonstrate how ibogaine has successfully treated PTSD, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s, neuropathic pain, and multiple sclerosis.

As a clinician scientist, Dickinson has helped a multitude of veterans with their post-traumatic mental health struggles. As a Bwiti initiate, he is able to present in this book a unique understanding and new framework for engaging with this transformational psychedelic medicine.

Praise and Reviews

“From the jungles of Gabon to Navy SEAL recovery programs, this transformative guide reveals ibogaine’s potential to bridge spirituality and science, challenging conventional psychiatry and offering hope for those seeking radical healing. A must-read for anyone fascinated by psychedelics, consciousness, and the future of mental health.” ― Norman Ohler, New York Times bestselling author of Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany-------------------------------------- “I’ve personally gone through ibogaine treatment, as have many of my teammates. The impact was life-changing and, in some cases, life-saving. Jonathan Dickinson isn’t a theorist; he’s a long-time researcher and clinician who has guided thousands through this work. If you’re a veteran, first responder, mental health professional, or anyone searching for real answers around trauma and healing, Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is a must-read. I’m living proof this medicine can help you navigate the darkest moments of your life, when it’s done right, with the right people guiding you.” ― DJ Shipley, veteran Navy SEAL and cofounder of GBRS (Global Battlefield Research Solutions) Group--------------------------------------------------------- “Ibogaine is a traditional medicine derived from an African shrub that has been used in the healing rituals of the Bwiti tribe of Gabon for centuries. This remarkable medicine promises to revolutionize the treatment of addiction, traumatic brain injuries, cognitive deficits, even Parkinson’s. Jonathan Dickinson is a clinician and entrepreneur who has labored for years to bring ibogaine and its healing potential to the West. This book describes his quest, which is bearing fruit at long last.” ― Dennis J. McKenna PhD, ethnopharmacologist, president and founder of McKenna Academy-------------------------------------- “Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is the most bold and comprehensive work on ibogaine to date, written by one of the field’s most authoritative voices. Jonathan Dickinson brings rare depth as a clinician scientist, Bwiti initiate, and clinic operator, while pioneering Nagoya-compliant frameworks and medical guidance. He masterfully weaves history, neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and lived experience into a thought-provoking and beautifully written narrative that reshapes how we understand ibogaine and stands as a landmark contribution to the field.” ― Joseph Peter Barsuglia, PhD, clinical psychologist, psychedelic medicine and integrative wellness ad-------------------------------------- “As a former Navy SEAL turned executive and mental health advocate, I’ve seen firsthand how shallow most conversations about trauma, addiction, and ‘treatment’ really are. Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is the first book I’ve read that does justice to the complexity of this medicine and the people who seek it, fusing Indigenous wisdom, hard neuroscience, and lived experience in a way that actually serves those of us on the front lines of this crisis. If you care about real healing for warfighters, athletes, and high performers—not just symptom management—you need to read this book." ― Marcus Capone, veteran Navy SEAL and founder and CEO of TARA Mind Inc. mental health therapies-------------------------------------- “Only a handful of practitioners in the ibogaine community possess the depth of understanding, integrity, traditional respect, and real-world experience necessary to write a book of this scope. I feel profound relief that there is finally a work that authentically and rigorously spans Bwiti traditional practice, ibogaine therapy, and their shared history—a book that honors both the medicine and the culture from which it comes.” ― Tricia Eastman, author of Seeding Consciousness, initiated Bwiti Fang traditional practitioner, and-------------------------------------- “Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is a deeply researched and profoundly humane exploration of one of the most important—and misunderstood—medicines of our time. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about the future of psychedelic-assisted therapy and the ethical stewardship of indigenous medicines.” ― Rick Doblin, PhD, founder and president of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies

About the Author

Jonathan Dickinson is the CEO and cofounder of Ambio Life Sciences, the world leader in integrative ibogaine treatments, and is also the founder of Terragnosis. He has more than 15 years of experience in clinical care, traditional practice, and psychedelic research. He was initiated into a Dissoumba/Fang branch of Bwiti in 2014 and the Missoko tradition in 2022. He lives in Toronto, Canada.

Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind

A comprehensive guide to ibogaine’s healing power, cultural roots, and clinical potential

Description

• Explores how ibogaine works, including how it boosts cellular function, increases neuroplasticity, and interrupts habitual behavior patterns and trauma • Discusses the ritual roots of iboga in the Bwiti spiritual tradition of Gabon • Shares case studies showing ibogaine’s healing effects for addiction recovery, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and Parkinson’s Ibogaine is an alkaloid derived from the iboga plant, native to Central Africa. Its healing effects are revered within the Bwiti spiritual tradition of Gabon. International ibogaine expert Jonathan Dickinson explores how this psychedelic substance is now emerging as one of the most promising tools in neuro-regenerative medicine, addiction recovery, and treating trauma. Grounded in fieldwork and more than 15 years of clinical observation, Dickinson shows how ibogaine interacts with the body and mind, inducing a “bicameral state” of consciousness. This is a liminal mode of being in which ancient voices, archetypes, and internal guidance systems emerge, often catalyzing a profound reorganization of memory, identity, and behavior. He details how ibogaine boosts cellular function and shares impressive case studies to demonstrate how ibogaine has successfully treated PTSD, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s, neuropathic pain, and multiple sclerosis. As a clinician scientist, Dickinson has helped a multitude of veterans with their post-traumatic mental health struggles. As a Bwiti initiate, he is able to present in this book a unique understanding and new framework for engaging with this transformational psychedelic medicine.

Praise and Reviews

“From the jungles of Gabon to Navy SEAL recovery programs, this transformative guide reveals ibogaine’s potential to bridge spirituality and science, challenging conventional psychiatry and offering hope for those seeking radical healing. A must-read for anyone fascinated by psychedelics, consciousness, and the future of mental health.” ― Norman Ohler, New York Times bestselling author of Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany-------------------------------------- “I’ve personally gone through ibogaine treatment, as have many of my teammates. The impact was life-changing and, in some cases, life-saving. Jonathan Dickinson isn’t a theorist; he’s a long-time researcher and clinician who has guided thousands through this work. If you’re a veteran, first responder, mental health professional, or anyone searching for real answers around trauma and healing, Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is a must-read. I’m living proof this medicine can help you navigate the darkest moments of your life, when it’s done right, with the right people guiding you.” ― DJ Shipley, veteran Navy SEAL and cofounder of GBRS (Global Battlefield Research Solutions) Group--------------------------------------------------------- “Ibogaine is a traditional medicine derived from an African shrub that has been used in the healing rituals of the Bwiti tribe of Gabon for centuries. This remarkable medicine promises to revolutionize the treatment of addiction, traumatic brain injuries, cognitive deficits, even Parkinson’s. Jonathan Dickinson is a clinician and entrepreneur who has labored for years to bring ibogaine and its healing potential to the West. This book describes his quest, which is bearing fruit at long last.” ― Dennis J. McKenna PhD, ethnopharmacologist, president and founder of McKenna Academy-------------------------------------- “Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is the most bold and comprehensive work on ibogaine to date, written by one of the field’s most authoritative voices. Jonathan Dickinson brings rare depth as a clinician scientist, Bwiti initiate, and clinic operator, while pioneering Nagoya-compliant frameworks and medical guidance. He masterfully weaves history, neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and lived experience into a thought-provoking and beautifully written narrative that reshapes how we understand ibogaine and stands as a landmark contribution to the field.” ― Joseph Peter Barsuglia, PhD, clinical psychologist, psychedelic medicine and integrative wellness ad-------------------------------------- “As a former Navy SEAL turned executive and mental health advocate, I’ve seen firsthand how shallow most conversations about trauma, addiction, and ‘treatment’ really are. Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is the first book I’ve read that does justice to the complexity of this medicine and the people who seek it, fusing Indigenous wisdom, hard neuroscience, and lived experience in a way that actually serves those of us on the front lines of this crisis. If you care about real healing for warfighters, athletes, and high performers—not just symptom management—you need to read this book." ― Marcus Capone, veteran Navy SEAL and founder and CEO of TARA Mind Inc. mental health therapies-------------------------------------- “Only a handful of practitioners in the ibogaine community possess the depth of understanding, integrity, traditional respect, and real-world experience necessary to write a book of this scope. I feel profound relief that there is finally a work that authentically and rigorously spans Bwiti traditional practice, ibogaine therapy, and their shared history—a book that honors both the medicine and the culture from which it comes.” ― Tricia Eastman, author of Seeding Consciousness, initiated Bwiti Fang traditional practitioner, and-------------------------------------- “Ibogaine and the Bicameral Mind is a deeply researched and profoundly humane exploration of one of the most important—and misunderstood—medicines of our time. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about the future of psychedelic-assisted therapy and the ethical stewardship of indigenous medicines.” ― Rick Doblin, PhD, founder and president of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies

About the Author

Jonathan Dickinson is the CEO and cofounder of Ambio Life Sciences, the world leader in integrative ibogaine treatments, and is also the founder of Terragnosis. He has more than 15 years of experience in clinical care, traditional practice, and psychedelic research. He was initiated into a Dissoumba/Fang branch of Bwiti in 2014 and the Missoko tradition in 2022. He lives in Toronto, Canada.

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