In my private practice, I have witnessed a recurring theme among individuals from the tech industry who are subconsciously yearning for a deeper connection. They are intrigued by the possibilities psychedelics may hold for them. They seem to yearn for something beyond their daily interactions with screens and metrics. I suspect what they are really yearning for is a dance with the divine feminine.

Integrating psychedelic experiences into your exploration of your sexual self can be a powerful catalyst for understanding, acceptance, and growth. By creating a safe and supportive environment, questioning societal conditioning, embracing heightened sensations and emotions, and seeking professional support, you can embark on a transformative journey towards a deeper understanding of your authentic sexual self. Remember, each individual's journey is unique, so approach the process with an open mind, curiosity, and self-compassion.

Psychedelics have the potential to profoundly impact one's understanding of their sexuality and sexual expression. By heightening sensations, dissolving boundaries, fostering self-reflection, facilitating healing, and nurturing spiritual connections, these substances can pave the way for a more authentic and fulfilling sexual self.

For entrepreneurs seeking personal growth, enhanced creativity, and sustainable success, psychedelic therapy offers a powerful avenue for exploration. However, the true potential of psychedelic experiences lies in the integration process that follows. By embracing transformation, cultivating self-reflection, enhancing creativity, reducing stress, and aligning with conscious practices, entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential and create businesses that are both successful and socially responsible. Integration is not just a post-therapy phase but a lifelong practice that empowers entrepreneurs to thrive in their personal and professional endeavors.

All too often, the psychedelic community neglects to pay homage to these indigenous traditions and healers. A famous example is that of María Sabina Magdalena García, more commonly known as María Sabina. She was a shaman and curandera, or medicine woman. Born around 1894 in a small town called Huautla de Jiménez, in southern Mexico, this Mazatec woman was exposed to hallucinogenic mushrooms, called “Los Niños Santos,” or “holy children,” from an early age at traditional ceremonies she attended with her father’s family.

William James’ ideas about consciousness and the nature of the mind have important implications for the field of psychedelic therapy. By emphasizing the dynamic and holistic nature of consciousness, the role of emotions in perception and decision-making, and the close relationship between mind and body, James’ work can help us better understand the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances.

The medical profession is becoming increasingly interested in using psychedelics for deeper healing and given the resurgence in the West (note that using psychedelics for healing has been practiced indigenously for millennia), it’s no wonder people from all backgrounds, including those in recovery from addiction, are curious whether psychedelics can help them.

When I work doing psychedelic integration, I invite people to dive deep into a shorter-term intense exploration that can be done in conjunction with any other longer therapy or coaching that person already has in place. I have different options to do this type of work.

"Practically everybody reports peak exper­iences if approached and questioned and encouraged in the right way,”

Ketamine is lumped into the same category as psychedelics but it works differently than classical psychedelics like psilocybin or LSD. Ketamine relaxes chandelier cells in the brain, which control pyramidal cells. The pyramidal cells are the “thinking” cells and pass on messages to other neurons. By relaxing that grip, ketamine can produce a dissociative effect; a person can feel “floaty” or like they’re in a different reality

In my practice, I bring in somatic, or body-oriented techniques because doing allows for a person to embody the processing of the experience. It puts the person more deeply in touch with their physical form. This is very important because many people are dissociated from their bodies for a variety of reasons. Being dissociated has become the new norm for how to navigate this modern world of lived trauma, high-pressure school and work, and relationship/family tension. You can read more about psychedelics and the body in this post.

Ideally, there needs to be someone present who is trained in trauma-informed work, the human psyche, somatic-oriented understanding of the human experience, and psychedelics. This person would know how to hold the depths of the realms that people go to, and someone to adequately conduct in-depth integration after the psychedelic journey.

Psychedelics offer the possibility of a mystical experience or connecting with something greater than the self. However, psychedelics can also heal intergenerational as well as ancestral trauma.

Change is hard. By nature, it’s scary and unfamiliar. So too is the process of integration for some. Nevertheless, the only constant in life is change, so how do we navigate this inevitable aspect? How do we integrate change, whether we asked for it or not?