Psychedelics 101: A Transformational Overview

Step into the world of conscious healing with Psychedelics 101—a live, in-person workshop designed to demystify the safe, sacred, and science-backed use of psychedelic medicine. Whether you're curious, preparing for your first journey, or supporting others on their path, this course offers a grounded foundation in psychedelic wisdom, neuroscience, preparation, integration, and spiritual expansion. Perfect for seekers, healers, and the psychedelic-curious alike—begin your journey with clarity, confidence, and reverence.

Module 1: Foundations & Frameworks

• What are psychedelics? (Classic vs. non-classic, plant vs. synthetic)

• Historical and cultural context

• Overview of modern psychedelic science and research

• Ethical and spiritual considerations

Module 2: The Neuroscience of Psychedelics

• How psychedelics work in the brain (default mode network, neuroplasticity)

• Common compounds (psilocybin, LSD, MDMA, DMT, ketamine) and their effects

• Risks, contraindications, and safety

Module 3: Set, Setting, and Preparation

• Understanding "set" (mindset) and "setting" (environment)

• Intention setting and creating a safe container

• The role of the guide or sitter

• How to prepare physically, emotionally, and spiritually

Module 4: The Psychedelic Experience

• Stages of a journey (onset, peak, integration phase)

• Navigating challenging experiences ("bad trips" vs. breakthroughs)

• Somatic awareness and surrender

• Music, breath, and body during a journey

Module 5: Integration & Long-Term Healing

• Why integration is essential

• Tools for integration (journaling, movement, therapy, nature, ritual)

• Building supportive habits and community

• Case studies and real-life transformations

Module 6: Psychedelics in Practice

• Therapeutic applications (trauma, depression, addiction, end-of-life anxiety)

• Legal landscape around the world

• Psychedelic-assisted therapy vs. ceremonial use

• How to discern quality practitioners and centers

Bonus Module: Beyond the Medicine

• Consciousness expansion and spiritual awakening

• Working with archetypes, inner child, and ancestral patterns

• Dreams, visions, and synchronicities

• The path of integration as a lifelong journey