Anthony David Adams
Activist, Artist, Inventor, Unicorn Coach, Entrepreneur, Mystic
Specialized Professional CV - Psychedelic Medicine & Consciousness Work
Professional Summary
Pioneering practitioner and researcher in psychedelic therapy with over 7 years of direct clinical experience. First person to publicly administer MDMA therapy on national television (PBS). Developed innovative therapeutic protocols combining traditional psychedelics with novel delivery methods. Extensive background in both underground clinical practice and legitimate advocacy for plant medicine decriminalization.
In early 30s, followed inner vision of healing that led to psychedelic therapy work as both practitioner and patient. Successfully used psychedelic medicines as tools to overcome bipolar, schizoaffective, mania, psychosis, suicidal depression diagnoses that Western psychiatry had deemed lifelong conditions - accomplished without traditional psychiatric medications. This personal transformation experience through psychedelic healing deeply informs therapeutic approach and understanding of recovery potential.
Early Consciousness Exploration & Creative Work
Childhood Psychedelic Art & Storytelling
"Bear in His Chat with the Sun" - Stop-Motion Film
6th Grade Independent Project, ~1993
- Created original claymation short film exploring psychedelic consciousness
- Story: American bear consumes amanita mushroom and experiences transcendent communication with the sun
- Entirely self-produced stop-motion animation demonstrating early interest in altered states and spiritual themes
First Psychedelic Experience & Social Activism
Age 16
- Introduced to psychedelics through unexpected dosing by pre-deployment Marines
- Experience catalyzed creation of "The Pub" underground newspaper at high school
- Exposed institutional racism and cultural injustices within school system
- Successfully defended against defamation lawsuit from school administration
- Led to co-founding Detention Slip blog 10 years later (ranked Top 25 globally by Time Magazine)
Core Psychedelic Experience & Expertise
Clinical Practice & Innovation
Underground MDMA Therapy Clinic, New York City
2017-2020
- Operated comprehensive psychedelic therapy clinic for 3 years
- Pioneered therapeutic protocols combining MDMA with innovative adjuncts:
- Insufflated/nebulized oxytocin delivery systems
- Ketamine intervention protocols
- Integrated breathwork methodologies
- Treated diverse patient population including trauma survivors and high-functioning professionals
- Developed safety protocols and therapeutic frameworks later adopted by others in the field
BioMithic - Psychedelic Breathwork Company
Founded 2020
Eden Espinosa (Broadway Actress, Elphaba in Wicked) - BioMithic Testimonial
Paul Austin (Founder, Third Wave) - Testimonial
- Created scalable psychedelic breathwork programs
- Corporate clients including Bombas
- Humanitarian applications for Ukrainian refugee trauma treatment
- Developed protocols bridging traditional breathwork with psychedelic integration principles
Media & Public Education
PBS Documentary "Mysteries of Mental Illness: New Frontiers"
Episode 4
First person to publicly administer underground MDMA therapy on national television
PBS Documentary - MDMA Therapy Session with Laura Dunn (Password: mdma)
- Successfully treated Laura Dunn (attorney with college sexual assault PTSD) in documented session
- Demonstrated professional therapeutic protocols to national audience
- Advanced public understanding and acceptance of psychedelic medicine
Third Wave Podcast - "Rethinking Mental Health With Psychedelics"
Episode 48
- Listen to Full Episode
- Deep dive into underground therapy practices and mental health transformation
- Discussion of innovative therapeutic protocols and integration methods
Advocacy & Policy Work
Founder & Executive Director, Decriminalize Nature NYC
- Founded nonprofit organization advocating for plant medicine decriminalization
- Funding Partnership with Dr. Bronner's - Secured major industry backing for advocacy efforts
- Developed policy frameworks for legal psychedelic therapy access
- Led legislative and community education initiatives
Spiritual & Traditional Training
Native American Church Member
1999-Present
- Initiated through traditional sweat lodge ceremony (college, 1999)
- Card-carrying legal member of the Native American Church
- Ongoing relationship with church elders and mentors
- Participated in peyote ceremonies with elders from across the Americas
- Foundation for respectful, culturally-informed approach to psychedelic work
Integration & Coaching Specialization
EarthPilot - High-Performance Coaching with Psychedelic Integration
- Specialized coaching practice incorporating psychedelic integration principles
- Clients include unicorn tech founders and executives
- Asana (co-founder)
- Focus on high-stakes performance enhancement through consciousness work
Technology & AI Applications
EarthPilot.ai Research Lab
4+ years operation
- Developed AI tools for psychedelic integration and support
- Created custom GPT applications including Psychedelic Integration Guide
- Therapeutic protocol assistants and safety preparation tools
- Bridging technology with consciousness exploration
- Innovative LSD Integration Device
Educational Background & Certifications
- Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning - University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Psychology and Philosophy - Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (1999-2003)
- Certified Coach
- NOLS Wilderness First Responder Certification (2024)
- Earthship Academy Graduate - Sustainable living and consciousness practices
Key Therapeutic Modalities & Expertise
Strategic Consulting Experience
Psychedelic-Related Advisory Work
- Dr. Bronner's (policy and advocacy strategy)
- Various startups in psychedelic therapy space
- Corporate wellness programs incorporating consciousness work
- UN-adjacent work on alternative approaches to mental health
Publications & Media
- Chapter contributor: "Trust, Surrender, Receive" - Personal experience undergoing psychedelic therapy
- Author: "The Mandala Work" - 40-day integration workbook based on Carl Jung's Red Book
- Author: "The Inner Game of Ultimate Frisbee" - Mindfulness and peak performance methodology
- Author: "Seven Gifts and Seven Letters" - Timeless parable of gratitude's transformational power
- PBS Documentary subject: "Mysteries of Mental Illness: New Frontiers" - First televised underground MDMA therapy session
- Podcast: "Rethinking Mental Health With Psychedelics" - Third Wave Podcast Episode 48
- Multiple media appearances discussing psychedelic therapy and consciousness work
Professional Philosophy
Committed to bridging underground wisdom with legitimate therapeutic practice. Advocates for safety-first approaches while honoring traditional plant medicine wisdom. Focuses on integration as the crucial component of psychedelic healing, combining depth psychology with practical life application for sustainable transformation.