Dr. Dan, who holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Northeastern University and a Master's in Cognitive Science from Dartmouth College, is recognized as one of the leading specialists in anxiety and OCD. His academic interests extend to the role of the unconscious and the intersection of psychology, science, and spirituality—exploring symbols, archetypes, and transformative experiences that shape human consciousness.

In this episode, Dan courageously shares his life-changing 2015 UFO encounter – an event that not only altered his perspective on reality but also came with unexpected health repercussions and social isolation due to the persistent stigma surrounding such experiences. This personal experience sparked his long-standing fascination with ufology, adding a profound dimension to his professional work.

The discussion seamlessly weaves through fascinating territory:

• How anxiety disorders intersect with extraordinary experiences, and the surprising therapeutic benefits of confronting our deepest fears

• The evolving public conversation around UFOs and UAPs, and why the reduced stigma matters The complex and controversial realm of alleged abduction phenomena, approached with nuance and compassion

• Sleep's critical role in mental health, and how traumatic experiences reshape our relationship with consciousness

• Reframing our fear of death as motivation for living more meaningfully in the present

• The potential for expanded perception through emotional awareness, intuition, ESP, and responsible psychedelic exploration

• Ethical considerations in seeking contact with non-human intelligence and the risks of dogmatic thinking

Throughout their conversation, Clint and Dan challenge listeners to remain open-minded while maintaining healthy skepticism, illustrating how extraordinary claims demand both emotional honesty and intellectual rigor. Perfect for anyone fascinated by consciousness, unexplained phenomena, or the psychological dimensions of belief in the unknown.