Melissa Lavasani
Washington, D.C.-based psychedelic policy advocate leading Psychedelic Medicine Coalition, focused on educating federal officials and advancing legislation for psychedelic medicine, including veteran-focused policy efforts.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 1h 10min
PT 649 - Melissa Lavasani and Jay Kopelman
Melissa Lavasani, a DC-based psychedelic policy advocate leading legislative education, and Jay Kopelman, a former Marine running scholarships for veterans and first responders, discuss veterans and the VA as a strategic path for psychedelic care. They cover Capitol Hill coordination, pilot programs inside the VA, ibogaine safety and standardization, and the need for data-driven, bipartisan momentum in Washington.
