394 — Chris Cooksey, Motocross Veteran Talks Ketamine, TMS & Mental Health

Chris Cooksey’s story is one of grit, crashes, and comeback. Once a competitive motocross racer, Chris faced years of repeated concussions and the silent toll of traumatic brain injury. Like many athletes, he watched friends struggle with depression and even suicide, recognizing the urgent need to explore alternative treatments beyond pills and standard protocols.

In this conversation, Chris opens up about his personal path to healing, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ketamine therapy. He describes how these interventions helped reopen neural pathways, restoring emotional connection and impulse control after years of numbness and frustration. Chris also speaks candidly about the culture of denial in motocross, where head injuries are often minimized and riders are pushed back on the track too soon.

Beyond racing, Chris has built a career as a journalist, media personality, and real estate professional, using his platform to shed light on brain health, challenge entrenched systems, and advocate for mental resilience. His journey highlights the intersection of high-risk sports, mental health awareness, and the courage to find unconventional paths to recovery.

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Chris Cooksey is a former professional motocross racer turned journalist, media personality, and real estate professional. After years of competing in high-risk sports and experiencing repeated concussions, Chris became passionate about raising awareness around traumatic brain injury (TBI) and mental health. His personal journey led him to explore innovative therapies such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ketamine, which helped him rebuild resilience and regain emotional balance.

Today, Chris is the founder and host of Cooksie Media, where he covers motocross, UFC, and broader healthcare issues with a bold, unfiltered voice. Beyond media, he works in real estate in the Las Vegas area, connecting with people both on and off the track. Chris continues to use his platform to challenge outdated narratives, advocate for athlete safety, and share his candid experiences with recovery, mental health, and perseverance.

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