Julia M.k. Freind

Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

2 papers in the library · publishing 2026

Papers

Music Playlist Use in Clinical Trials of Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy: A Systematic Review

Journal of Clinical Psychology June 15, 2026 Lucas Cruz, Fernando R. Beserra, Julia M.k. Freind et al.

Music is frequently used in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, but there is no standardized protocol for selecting or implementing it. A systematic review of 36 articles found that 25 mentioned music, mostly in studies of psilocybin and MDMA for depressive disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder. Procedures varied widely across studies, partly because different disorders and substances were investigated, and partly because no uniform guidelines exist. Identifying which features of music are prioritized may help guide future clinical practice and research.

DOI: 10.1002/jclp.70167 Psilocybin Music therapy Clinical trial Scopus +9

Barriers and Facilitators for Psychedelic Research and Regulation in Brazil: Insights From Diverse Stakeholders

Clinical Therapeutics June 1, 2026 Anna Luiza Guimarães, Fernando R. Beserra, Lucas Cruz et al.

Interviews with 26 stakeholders in Brazil—including Indigenous leaders, clinicians, activists, and policymakers—revealed four barriers (accessibility, regulation, limited knowledge, and risks), three facilitators (need for innovation, scientific advancements, and legal loopholes), and four perspectives (integration of ancestral knowledge, idealization/mysticism/scientific rigor, user autonomy, and tangible social benefits) for psychedelic research and regulation. Themes were shared across groups but varied in emphasis, highlighting cultural, political, scientific, and clinical considerations for a region with a rich history of traditional psychedelic use.

DOI: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2026.05.012 Stakeholder Relevance law Indigenous Thematic analysis +10