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Veterans Alternative Therapy Working Group (VAT)

Part of the HERO Act signed by Governor Healey, the Veterans Alternative Therapy Working Group is tasked with exploring the potential benefits of psychedelic therapy in treating mental health disorders among veterans.

About

The Group will evaluate scientific research, expert opinions, and clinical trials to determine the effectiveness of treatments using psilocybin, ketamine, and MDMA under medical supervision. 

VAT Members

Comprising experts from medical institutions, veterans organizations, and behavioral health fields, the group aims to develop evidence-based recommendations on the use of these therapies for veterans in the Commonwealth.

  • Franklin King (Chair)
  • John Bradley
  • Paul Morrissey
  • Paul Jones
  • Rob McLaughlin
  • Jason Main
  • Michael Allard
  • Roxanne Sholevar
  • Sharmin Ghaznavi
  • Colin Beatty

Meetings

No upcoming events scheduled

Contact EOVS

Online

How to invite EOVS to attend or speak at your event EOVS Attendance or Speaking Engagement Request Form
How to find your local Veterans Service Officer (VSO) VSO Directory

Phone

Constituent Services (617) 210-5480

Open M-F 9am-5pm.

Fax

(617) 210-5755

General EOVS Fax Number

Address

Main Office
One Bowdoin Square 15 New Chardon Street, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02114

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