Psychedelic Therapy
“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate”
– Carl Jung
Psychedelics are a window into the unconscious.
Have you ever said or done something that later made you say to yourself, “that’s not who I really am”? Using cannabis therapy or ketamine therapy as a tool allows you to break past conditioned beliefs and experiences and to tune into your true self.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy can catalyze and support your therapeutic journey by giving you the incredible opportunity to peer beyond the surface level of consciousness and into the depths of your own mind. By entering into a state of non-ordinary consciousness, your ego and defenses are allowed to step aside while we work with the core beliefs, experiences, and trauma that are impacting your current life.
I believe therapy is all about giving yourself the ability, and choice, to change. Psychedelics allow you to see that a different life is possible, and that you have the ability to choose that life for yourself.
Who is psychedelic therapy for?
Psychedelic therapy may be a good option for you if you’ve felt “stuck” in therapy for a while, suffer from treatment-resistant mental health conditions, suffer from existential distress and/or end-of-life anxiety, experienced traumatic situations, if you’re seeking spiritual and/or personal growth, and if you suffer from difficult to treat disorders, such as OCD, eating disorders, addiction, or psychosomatic issues.
It's important to note that psychedelic therapy is not appropriate for everyone, and there are potential risks and contraindications to consider. Individuals with a personal or family history of psychosis, severe mental illness, or certain medical conditions may not be suitable candidates for psychedelic therapy. Additionally, psychedelic therapy should only be conducted under the guidance of trained therapists in controlled settings to ensure safety and maximize therapeutic benefits. I take great care to make sure psychedelic therapy is as safe as possible for you by assessing potential risk during your intake screening and by reviewing your evaluation conducted by the psychiatrist I work with before we begin any psychedelic sessions.
What does the process of beginning psychedelic therapy look like?
We begin the process with a regular psychotherapy intake where we both get to know each other, trust each other, and establish a strong foundational relationship that all the psychedelic work will be based upon. We’ll explore your presenting issues, your background and history, and any relevant information to what you’re working on and who you are as a person. This initial process usually takes between two to four sessions, although there is not a hard and fast rule. We want to make sure you and your nervous system feel comfortable, safe, and trusting enough to venture into a non-ordinary state of consciousness and to lean into difficult emotions and experiences with me.
After the initial intake process is completed, we move into the psychedelic-assisted phase of the work. Based off your intake assessment, we’ll discuss what medicine will be best for you to start with. With cannabis, we can start immediately after you obtain cannabis from a dispensary. With ketamine, I’ll send a referral to the psychiatrist I work with. Following that, you’’ll have an evaluation with them, and once you receive your prescription, we’ll begin the work.
How often do you suggest booking psychedelic sessions?
Following intake, my clients tend to start with two-hour psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy sessions weekly and then often move to bi-weekly psychedelic sessions once we start making steady progress. I also have clients that start with bi-weekly psychedelic sessions, with a normal one hour therapy session in between for integration and support. Everyone is unique, and your therapy should be too. We create your treatment plan together, so you have a say in what you feel will work best for you.
What types of medicines do you work with?
I provide cannabis-assisted therapy and ketamine-assisted therapy. Cannabis must be purchased yourself at a dispensary of your choice. Ketamine must be prescribed through a psychiatrist. I have a psychiatrist I regularly work with that I can refer you to. I do not provide cannabis or ketamine for my clients.
While the Natural Medicine Health Act of Colorado was passed in 2022, the rules and regulations for working with psilocybin are still being created. I hold great reverence for psilocybin and therefore cannot promise a short or firm timeline on the process. A positive, safe, and healing experience with psilocybin requires intention, planning, and a strong relationship. Contact me to discuss future possibilities of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy.
What qualifications to you have to work with psychedelics?
I have completed over 60 hours of training in trauma-focused psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy through Innate Path and have had over 300 hours of experience leading my own clients in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Additionally, my own personal experience with the expanded state of consciousness that I plan to lead you in spans over a decade. Like other forms of exploration, it’s reassuring to have someone along who has been there before, and someone who you can trust to have your back if things get challenging.
What is the location and cost of psychedelic therapy?
Psychedelic therapy sessions take place in my office space in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
My rate for psychedelic therapy sessions is $300 per 120 minute session. I focus on providing quality care that is affordable for clients. My fee is an open conversation, and I welcome requests for a reduced rate.
