250: Jonathan Robinson, Psychotherapist & Best-selling Author: MDMA Therapy and the Nervous System Reset

250: Jonathan Robinson, Psychotherapist & Best-selling Author: MDMA Therapy and the Nervous System Reset

Author: Mollie McGlocklin, Mollie Eastman January 28, 2026 Duration: 53:44

Jonathan Robinson is a former psychotherapist and author of 16 books.  He has been a frequent guest on Oprah and CNN, and is well known for his groundbreaking work with MDMA assisted therapy.  He has led over 600 MDMA sessions with people over a 40 year period.  His books about MDMA include "Ecstasy as Medicine" and "Ecstasy for Couples."  


SHOWNOTES:

😴  What happens when sleep tips aren’t enough

😴  Can ecstasy as medicine support sleep, trauma healing, and nervous system regulation?

😴  Why unresolved trauma can teach the body that sleep isn’t safe

😴  How fight-or-flight helps quiet when the brain won’t power down at night

😴  Why MDMA feels different from other psychedelics

😴  Who should (and should not) consider MDMA safety, including key medication contraindications

😴  What a well-supported MDMA protocol actually looks like

😴  How relationship stress can transform and why couples healing matters for sleep

😴  Why integration and accountability are what make lasting change stick, long after the session

😴  Learn more about MDMA: MDMAtraining.net  and Jonathan’s book: Ecstasy as Medicine /Ecstasy For Couples

 😴   And many more


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Hosted by Mollie McGlocklin and Mollie Eastman, The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast grew from a personal struggle with insomnia into a mission to fundamentally change how we think about rest. It moves beyond generic advice, framing quality sleep as an active, learnable practice essential to every aspect of our lives. Conversations with a diverse range of experts-from scientists and physicians to philosophers and fitness innovators-explore sleep’s profound connections to culture, society, and personal performance. You’ll hear nuanced discussions that treat sleep not as an isolated chore, but as a central pillar of wellness intertwined with our daily routines, beliefs, and environment. The dialogue is geared toward actionable insights, offering tangible strategies you can apply immediately, whether you’re dealing with jet lag, stress, or simply seeking deeper, more consistent rest. This podcast operates on the conviction that by prioritizing and skillfully cultivating our sleep, we unlock a more resilient, healthy, and focused existence. Tune in for thoughtful explorations that demystify the science and art of rest, providing a comprehensive toolkit for anyone ready to make transformative shifts in their health and overall well-being.
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