Psilocybin is a naturally occurring Psychedelic compound found in over 200 species of mushrooms, often referred to as "magic mushrooms." For centuries, Indigenous and tribal communities worldwide have used psilocybin for spiritual, ceremonial, and other purposes. In Oregon, regulated psilocybin services are now a legal option for individuals seeking therapeutic experiences.

Currently, regulations allow for the consumption of psilocybin orally by eating the mushrooms, drinking a beverage with powdered mushroom, or consuming a pill containing psilocybin. As regulations evolve, new methods of consumption may become available. Manufacturing supply will effect available forms of the medication

Experiences vary among individuals but may include changes in perception, visions, euphoria, resurfacing of memories and emotions, and sometimes transcendent experiences. Effects can vary depending on various factors, and each session is unique.

Individuals may come prepared with an intention to process certain emotions or tackle personal topics, these intentions can be developed with the facilitator as well as a collaborative protocol to approach such things.

The appropriate dosage is determined in consultation with your facilitator, based on your specific goals and needs. This personalized approach best ensures a safe and desirable experience.

We will greet eachother sometime before the start of the session and do some work to orient you to the space, review documents, some house keeping, and some of the relevant safety plans and policies.

We will go over our preparation to refresh ourselves and make sure things are aligned with your intentions.

We will wait until a service center worker is available to administer you the medication, and likely engage in some calming activities to ease you into the experience. We may incorporate some sensory isolation and lay you down in a comfortable position. Do some check ins to evaluate the substance taking hold. Depending on the process we may play some music or engage in some activities to pass the time.

We may have you review personal writings of things you wanted to say to yourself, journal about your thoughts, ask you questions about your experience or topics you wanted to engage in, play music that may be curated to you liking and adapted to the session as well as music generated with lyrics and style of your choosing reviewed by you prior to the session.

I will assess your tolerance for these activities first and redirect you to them if you get off track, or help you explore new threads of interest as they come up. Some activities might be dependent on the course of dose curve and intensity of the substance. We will figure out a desired level of redirection or prompting before session, though at high levels of distress we will redirect away to more comfortable subjects activities or engage the safety plan.

We will wind down as the substance clears and generally be more reflective as your mind clears. Before you leave we likely will set some space for you to clear your mind and go out into the real world. We will coordinate with your transportation to arrive once its clear you are close enough to baseline from being altered and can leave safely. We will then say our goodbyes until the first integration session.

Yes, certain conditions may contraindicate psilocybin use, including active psychosis, epilepsy or other seizure disorders, use of medications like lithium, pregnancy, certain heart conditions, and recent thoughts of self-harm. It's essential to discuss your medical history in the intake, and potentially with a provider before undergoing an administration session.

Yes, as of January 1, 2023, psilocybin services are legal in Oregon under regulated conditions. Our facilitators are licensed, and our services comply with all state regulations to ensure a safe and legal experience.

Preparation involves completing necessary forms, engaging in a preparatory session with your facilitator, and setting clear intentions for your journey. It's also advisable to avoid certain foods and substances before the session, as guided by your facilitator.

The facilitator provides support and supervision throughout your experience, ensuring safety and comfort. They assist in navigating the journey and help integrate insights gained during the session.

Post-session integration is crucial for processing and applying insights from your experience. We offer integration sessions to support you in making meaningful changes in your life based on your journey.

These questions and answers aim to provide clarity and build trust with potential clients. It's important to tailor them to reflect your unique services and approach, ensuring they align with current regulations and best practices in psilocybin facilitation.