Resources
Psychedelic & Mental Health Support Resources
The support a person receives following a psychedelic experience is believed by many to be as important as the psychedelic experience itself. Preparation is also important and can help build the foundation for more lasting results following a psychedelic experience, as well as maneuvering challenging times during the experience itself. Therefore, preparation and integration go hand in hand. Whether by engaging in some deep introspection by journaling or talking to someone who is psychedelically informed and knowledgeable, most people have longer lasting positive effects from their psychedelic experience when they have additional support. Often, this support is before the experience (preparation) and then following (integration). You can also engage in self-healing strategies on your own, which can make a significant difference in how a psychedelic experience is approached, and getting tractions in the transformation to take place. We’re here to help with that process in the ways we can.
In addition to two hours of preparation, EPIC Healing Eugene (Oregon’s first licensed service center), in coordination with Radiant Heart Consulting offers two Integration sessions as part of each experiential session. EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting Team also offer free monthly Preparation Sessions for those scheduled for a session at EPIC, and also monthly group Integration sessions for those who have completed a session with us.
Radiant Heart Consulting also offers the following resources for extra preparation and integration sessions with a variety of trauma informed therapists and others trained in the healing arts, as well as some self-healing, Do-It-Yourself (DIY) strategies. While this list is by no means exhaustive, the resources we’ve included are part of a general internet search of providers and services offering integration services in the form of blog articles, services, and suggestions. Some of these resources may include some of our staff members of EPIC Healing Eugene or Radiant Heart Consulting, however most are not affiliated. Please do your due diligence when reaching out to resources offered, and ask questions and check reviews to make sure services are a good fit for you. The most important part of this process is it be guided by you, and remember that integration can go on for months after the actual psychedelic experience. We will continually update and add to this list.
Immediate Crisis?
If you are experiencing a crisis and need immediate support, you can call 988 for support, or go to your nearest emergency department.
The Fireside Project - this is a phone line to discuss psychedelic experiences with peers and trained individuals.
phone: (623-473-7433), 62-FIRESIDE.
Whitebird Clinic- offers a variety of support for those low income or in crisis. Phone: 541-346-3227.
EPIC Healing Eugene/Radiant Heart Consulting: Group Support
Free monthly EPIC/RHC Preparation Group for those signed up with a session with us.
Free monthly EPIC/RHC Integration Groups for those who have completed a session with us (two a month)
EPIC’s DIY Psychedelic Preparation & Integration Youtube videos
Five tips for Psychedelic Preparation Youtube Video from Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW from EPIC Healing Eugene
Psychedelic Preparation & Integration Youtube Video by EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting’s Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW, and Heather Shelton, Ret. Nurse.
More Preparation & Integration Tips Youtube Video by EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting’s Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW, and Heather Shelton, Ret. Nurse.
Mindfulness in Psychedelic Preparation and Integration by EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting’s Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW, and Heather Shelton, Ret. Nurse.
DIY Psychedelic Integration- journals (more to come):
(In EPIC / Radiant Heart Consulting’s continued effort to support clients in their preparation and integration process, we reimburse our clients $15.00 for their psychedelic journal purchase at their session, or will gift a journal at the end of session- based on supply).
Psychedelic Guide & Integration Journal: For Intentionally Exploring & Healing With Plant Medicines Paperback – Lauren Nikohl (has psychedelic journal prompts and space for writing).
Psychedelic Journey Integration Guide: Inspiration Journal to support your Preparation and Integration- Dr. Lindsay Wilkinson (has psychedelic journal prompts, space for writing, and many inspiring quotes from different teachers, educators, and inspiring people).
Beyond the Trip: A Journal for Psychedelic Preparation and Integration - Matt Lemon (has psychedelic journal prompts, 4-week integration exercise, space for writing, mandala art, and 30-day gratitude practice).
Psychedelic.Support Blog/Article Links:
Psychedelic.Support Blog/Article Links:
Demystifying Plant Medicine Integration
5 Tips to Navigate the Ups and Downs of Psychedelic Integration
Integration Support vs Integration Therapy: Is There a Difference?
Making Sense of Bad Trips Through Storytelling
Local Eugene, Oregon integration and support options:
EDELIC- offers regular integration circles, by donation
Trauma Healing Project- a variety of supportive offerings, sliding scale
Whitebird Clinic- offers a variety of support for those low income or in crisis. Phone: 541-346-3227.
Integration Providers & Information Resource in Portland, Oregon
Portland Psychotherapy - Integration
Provider networks throughout the US:
Integrative Psychiatric Institute (IPI)
The Fireside Project - this is a phone line to discuss psychedelic experiences with peers and trained individuals.
phone: (623-473-7433), 62-FIRESIDE.
Oregon’s Licensed Service Center & Provider Network
In the understandable case that you don’t want to wait for availability at EPIC Healing Eugene, there are several other Oregon licensed service centers, and more soon to come. You can view OHA’s provider directories here:
Retreats in Oregon
EPIC Healing Eugene/ Radiant Heart Consulting "Awakening the Heart and Mind”
Odyssey Center “Psychedelic retreats for the modern world”
Psychedelics in Recovery
(Anyone who identifies as being in recovery from a behavioral or substance related addiction with an interest in integrating intentional use of psychedelics or plant medicine is welcome at Psychedelics in Recovery meetings)
DIY-Healing, Learn Self-Directed Brain Changing Strategies:
Rick Hanson, Ph.D., neuropsychologist, author, he offers many free resources, including Youtube videos, and Podcasts on his website.
Youtube Video: Rick Hanson, PhD. "Take in the Good." (highly recommended video to kick start a personal growth path)
Laurel Parnell, Ph.D., If you'd like to learn about how to engage in bilateral resource tapping yourself, a DIY EMDR strategy, you may want to check out this small book: (Good for self-healing for sleep, anxiety, and PTSD):
Tapping In: A Step-by-Step Guide to Activating Your Healing Resources Through Bilateral Stimulation
Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW, founder of EPIC Healing Eugene/ Radiant Heart Consulting. Books focus on self-healing and learning mindfulness and other helpful strategies, mixed with travel stories.
Metamorphosis of an Awakened Heart: With Teachings From Mother Ayahuasca
Bringing Home the Mountain: Finding the Teacher Within
Supportive Strategies to Support Neuroplasticity/ Brain Change:
Neurofeedback:
Neurofeedback Services. Find a provider in your area. Brain training, build new neuropathways naturally for healing and resiliency building. EEG Info. com.
HeartMath:
+❤️HeartMath Coherence Training: “Cutting Edge Heart-Brain Strategies”
Visit their website to learn more about their simple but helpful devices, and many DIY mindfulness strategies, and/or try one of their Quick Coherence Techniques by clicking this link.
Ketamine Assisted Therapy:
Inner Gate Medicine Ketamine Assisted Therapy in Eugene Oregon: Dr. David Bove ND, LAc, Integrative Medicine, Naturopathic Psychiatry. 541-636-1390. drbove@innergatemedicine.net
Find ketamine clinics near you and psychedelic therapies around the globe
ketamine assisted psychotherapy is available nationwide and has brought significant improvement to many people with symptoms and situations similar to those seeking psilocybin services. You can google for ketamine clinics in your area.
Psychedelically aware coaches/ therapist providers:
(More and more therapists are becoming psychedelically aware, ask them during your screening call)
Eugene, Oregon:
Transpersonal, Shamanic, and Psychedelically Informed- Counselors: Check out Transpersonal Therapists in Eugene, OR online on Psychology Today.
Lorie Ann Lee, LMFT. 541-674-8366. Psycho-educational approach to delving into an understanding of the spiritual nature behind life.
Valeria Clarke, LCSW, PAPC, Trauma Informed, psychedelically aware: 458-201-4911 or email fernreachout@proton.me
Mary Grace Brogdon, LCSW. Specializes in Anxiety, Geriatric and Seniors, and Trauma and PTSD
Katie Markley MA, LPC, Resilience Therapy LLC, Body-Centered Trauma Informed Care; www.katiemarkley.com; 541.513.7769
Heather Shelton - Nurse herbalist using a mind, body, spirit approach to working with all stages of life, specializing in the physical care of our bodies and incorporating plants for healing on all levels.
Portland, Oregon:
Erin Baldwin Draper, MSW. PsycheDoula@gmail.com, www.psychedoula.com
Throughout U.S.:
Erin Doumert www.erindoumert.com
Katrina www.thecuriousspirit.org
Joi Whitmore entheogenicpriestess.com
Sinclair Fleetwood sinclairfleetwood.com
General psychotherapy:
Psychology Today - find a counselor nationwide resource
Medicine:
Psychedelics focused resources, including Ayahuasca:
A Beginner’s Guide to Psychedelic Integration
General information on psychedelic therapy including finding practitioners
General information on psychedelic therapy including finding practitioners
Learn - Prepare - Integrate (includes services directories)
“Curates a network of U.S. based psychedelic guides & trip sitters who facilitate in-person ceremonial psychedelic experiences with an emphasis on harm reduction.”
“Explore and connect with people, organizations, and communities in the psychedelics space.”
Resource information for preparing for an Ayahuasca retreat, which is also relevant for preparing for a psilocybin or other psychedelic experience. Includes journal prompts, a variety of helpful hints, and mindfulness strategies.
Temple of the Way of Light also offers ayahuasca retreats in Peru and gets very good reviews.
Visit the EPIC Healing Eugene Youtube Channel for a variety of helpful videos.
Tips for Psychedelic Preparation & Integration
Visit EPIC Healing Eugene Videos for updates and Self-Help Strategies.
Cathy Jonas of EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting, talks about EPIC’s ever-growing waitlist, encouraging those potentially interested in embarking in a healing, psychedelic experience to first engage in personal growth strategies so they can be better prepared, and more likely to achieve the greatest benefit.
Cathy Jonas, LCSW, and Heather Shelton, Ret. Nurse share some strategies to support a psychedelic experience.
Visit the EPIC Healing Eugene Blog page to get updates, links to podcasts, and more hints on personal growth.
Cathy Jonas, LCSW, and Heather Shelton, Ret. Nurse share some more strategies on Psychedelic Preparation and Integration.
Cathy Rosewell Jonas, LCSW, Oregon Licensed Faciliator, and owner of EPIC Healing Eugene and Radiant Heart Consulting, shares five helpful tips for preparing for a psychedelic experience, building greater resiliency, and deepening one’s personal growth path.