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How to Find a Trusted Psychedelic Therapist (and What to Ask Before You Book)

The decision to explore psychedelic-assisted therapy is deeply personal. What comes next, finding the right person to guide you, may be the most important step you take. In a landscape evolving rapidly, with new providers emerging across the country and regulations shifting state by state, knowing how to find a psychedelic therapist you can genuinely […]

By Rev. Jemie Sae Koo, M.A.

15 min read
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Unlocking the Healing Power of Psychedelics: A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide

Psychedelics are a hot topic these days, and for good reason. Research into the potential therapeutic benefits of substances like ayahuasca, psilocybin mushrooms, and MDMA is growing at an incredible rate, and the results are nothing short of astounding. If you’re interested in learning more about this fascinating field, here are some articles, videos, and […]

By Rev. Jemie Sae Koo, M.A.

3 min read
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How To Talk About Psychedelics With Your Kids

It’s Friday night, the weekend of Spring Break. Your teenage son answers the door to find a friend outside on the porch in an altered state of mind. He is in no position to be in public and could end up in serious trouble, so you and your son invite him in to offer a […]

By Katie Stone

9 min read
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A Beginner’s Guide to Psychedelic Integration

Psychedelic integration is the journey after the journey. Whether a psychedelic experience was therapeutic, religious, recreational, or in any other context, integration is the process of taking the wisdom that arose in the journey and bringing it into one’s daily life. Integrating a journey is an important aspect of psychedelic work, and it can mean […]

By Leia Friedwoman

10 min read
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How to Talk About Psychedelic Therapy With Your Parents

Whether you’ve already embarked on a personal journey with psychedelic healing, are considering it, or are about to begin, you may be wondering how you’ll talk to your parent or parents about it. Since psychedelic work is a sacred and unique process, it requires discernment in who you process and share your experience with. If […]

By Amelia Walsh

7 min read
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A Beginner’s Guide to Ibogaine

Medical Editor: Dr. Benjamin Malcolm, PharmD, MPH, BCPP What is Ibogaine? Ibogaine is a psychoactive indole alkaloid found in several species of plants. The most well-known is Tabernanthe iboga, a slow-growing perennial shrub from West Africa. Tabernanthe iboga, commonly called Iboga, is only native to three nations. It is most abundant in Gabon, but also […]

By Katie Stone

15 min read
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Guide to Finding a Safe Ibogaine Center

What to Look for in an Ibogaine Treatment Center The Different Types of Ibogaine Centers Ibogaine is a psychoactive substance, an alkaloid extracted from the root bark of the tabernanthe iboga shrub found in equatorial west Africa. Ibogaine has become a popular alternative to addiction and mental health treatment known for its ability to heal […]

By Shea Prueger

8 min read
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How to Find the Best Magic Mushroom Retreats

Attending a magic mushroom retreat can be a deeply spiritual and cathartic experience—purposely removed from the stress of everyday life and society. They are a welcome oasis in the dour desert of structure, calendars, deadlines, noise, and mania. Magic mushrooms get their “magical” reputation from psilocybin—a molecule that shifts the way our brains perceive sensory […]

By Liz Jarrard

6 min read
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A Beginner’s Guide To Psychedelic Therapy

What is Psychedelic Therapy? Psychedelic therapy, or psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, is a modality that leverages the effects of consciousness-altering substances to accelerate, enhance, and deepen the therapeutic process. While there are many psychedelic substances with healing potential, the ones most commonly used in therapy are psilocybin, 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and ketamine. Beyond this, […]

By Leia Friedwoman

8 min read
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Setting your Intention

“Help me quit smoking.” “I want to process the trauma of my abusive childhood.” “Why do I turn to food to relieve my anxiety?” “Show me how to make my romantic relationship happier and more connected.” “I’d like to feel more comfortable in my body.” “Teach me how to be still.” “I’m at an impasse […]

By Leia Friedwoman

5 min read

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