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Equine therapy. The photo captures a serene rural scene at sunset, with a woman reaching out toward a light brown horse in a grassy field. The sky is warm with hues of soft pinks and oranges, casting a golden glow over the scene. A second, dark brown horse stands in the background, adding depth to the composition. Delicate, translucent waves filled with small, shimmering golden particles swirl around the woman and horse, creating a magical, dreamlike effect. The woman, dressed in dark clothing, appears silhouetted against the fading light, while the horse’s coat reflects the warm tones of the sunset. The overall composition feels peaceful and enchanted, blending natural beauty with a touch of fantasy.

Equine therapy. The photo captures a serene rural scene at sunset, with a woman reaching out toward a light brown horse in a grassy field. The sky is warm with hues of soft pinks and oranges, casting a golden glow over the scene. A second, dark brown horse stands in the background, adding depth to the composition. Delicate, translucent waves filled with small, shimmering golden particles swirl around the woman and horse, creating a magical, dreamlike effect. The woman, dressed in dark clothing, appears silhouetted against the fading light, while the horse’s coat reflects the warm tones of the sunset. The overall composition feels peaceful and enchanted, blending natural beauty with a touch of fantasy.

Equine Therapy for Psychedelic Preparation & Integration

Allison Feduccia, PhD

Integration

- November 18, 2024

Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences. The image features a silhouetted hand reaching towards a bright white light at the center-right, creating a strong contrast against a dark background. The left side of the image has a hypnotic spiral pattern of alternating dark and light grey lines that converge towards the light, drawing the eye inward. The hand is in the foreground, with fingers spread, and its dark silhouette is sharply outlined against the glowing white light, giving the scene a surreal and dramatic quality. The color scheme is monochromatic, dominated by black, grey, and white tones.

Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences. The image features a silhouetted hand reaching towards a bright white light at the center-right, creating a strong contrast against a dark background. The left side of the image has a hypnotic spiral pattern of alternating dark and light grey lines that converge towards the light, drawing the eye inward. The hand is in the foreground, with fingers spread, and its dark silhouette is sharply outlined against the glowing white light, giving the scene a surreal and dramatic quality. The color scheme is monochromatic, dominated by black, grey, and white tones.

Comparing Near-Death and Psychedelic Experiences

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- November 15, 2024

Psychedelic Therapy for Personality Disorders. The image features a woman with her hand covering part of her face, standing against a hypnotic, spiraling black-and-gray background. Her face is partially obscured, with light casting dramatic shadows that create a moody, intense atmosphere. Two silhouettes flank her, one on each side, as though they are shadows of her or representations of internal figures, adding an eerie, introspective feel. The woman's gray shirt and the subdued color palette, dominated by dark tones and soft contrasts, enhance the sense of depth and psychological tension. The concentric circles in the background draw the viewer's eye inward, amplifying a feeling of introspection and mystery.

Psychedelic Therapy for Personality Disorders. The image features a woman with her hand covering part of her face, standing against a hypnotic, spiraling black-and-gray background. Her face is partially obscured, with light casting dramatic shadows that create a moody, intense atmosphere. Two silhouettes flank her, one on each side, as though they are shadows of her or representations of internal figures, adding an eerie, introspective feel. The woman's gray shirt and the subdued color palette, dominated by dark tones and soft contrasts, enhance the sense of depth and psychological tension. The concentric circles in the background draw the viewer's eye inward, amplifying a feeling of introspection and mystery.

Psychedelic Therapy for Personality Disorders

Aysu Naz Atalay, MSc

Mental Health

- November 13, 2024

Psychedelics and grief. This image depicts two older people dressed in black, standing in a cemetery with gravestones and trees in the background. They are embracing each other in a gesture of comfort, their backs to the viewer, suggesting a moment of shared mourning or remembrance. The color palette is muted, dominated by earthy tones and soft greens, with the black clothing contrasting against the lighter background. A unique compositional element is the series of curving white lines that cut through the image, creating a wave-like distortion over the background scenery. This effect adds an abstract, introspective quality, perhaps evoking a sense of time passing or memories shifting. The framing of the lines emphasizes the solemn, intimate moment, drawing the eye to the figures and reinforcing the emotional depth of the scene.

Psychedelics and grief. This image depicts two older people dressed in black, standing in a cemetery with gravestones and trees in the background. They are embracing each other in a gesture of comfort, their backs to the viewer, suggesting a moment of shared mourning or remembrance. The color palette is muted, dominated by earthy tones and soft greens, with the black clothing contrasting against the lighter background. A unique compositional element is the series of curving white lines that cut through the image, creating a wave-like distortion over the background scenery. This effect adds an abstract, introspective quality, perhaps evoking a sense of time passing or memories shifting. The framing of the lines emphasizes the solemn, intimate moment, drawing the eye to the figures and reinforcing the emotional depth of the scene.

Psychedelics and Coping With Grief and Loss of Loved Ones

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Mental Health

- November 11, 2024

Potential of psychedelics. The image shows a cheerful couple in a bright, modern kitchen, engaged with a laptop. The man, wearing glasses and a light blue sweater, is seated and focused on the screen, while the woman stands behind him, smiling and embracing him with her arm over his shoulder. She wears a light pink sweater, creating a soft color contrast with his attire. A vibrant, circular medical symbol (the caduceus) hovers near the laptop, with blue and purple gradients and a glowing effect that adds a futuristic touch to the scene. In the foreground, a glass of orange juice and a few papers suggest a casual, homey environment. The light streaming in from the background adds a warm, inviting feel to the composition, emphasizing the couple's shared interest and engagement in the moment.

Potential of psychedelics. The image shows a cheerful couple in a bright, modern kitchen, engaged with a laptop. The man, wearing glasses and a light blue sweater, is seated and focused on the screen, while the woman stands behind him, smiling and embracing him with her arm over his shoulder. She wears a light pink sweater, creating a soft color contrast with his attire. A vibrant, circular medical symbol (the caduceus) hovers near the laptop, with blue and purple gradients and a glowing effect that adds a futuristic touch to the scene. In the foreground, a glass of orange juice and a few papers suggest a casual, homey environment. The light streaming in from the background adds a warm, inviting feel to the composition, emphasizing the couple's shared interest and engagement in the moment.

18 Articles To Share With Your Friend Who Still Thinks Psychedelics Are Just Hype

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 30, 2024

Sex differences. The image features a pair of hands gently cradling a group of colorful paper-cutout figures representing people. The figures are in various colors, including red, blue, green, pink, orange, and purple, symbolizing diversity and unity. Behind the figures, there are subtle, leafy shapes and sparkles, adding a touch of softness and magic to the background. The background itself is a light, blurred green, evoking a sense of nature and harmony. The composition emphasizes themes of care, community, and inclusivity.

Sex differences. The image features a pair of hands gently cradling a group of colorful paper-cutout figures representing people. The figures are in various colors, including red, blue, green, pink, orange, and purple, symbolizing diversity and unity. Behind the figures, there are subtle, leafy shapes and sparkles, adding a touch of softness and magic to the background. The background itself is a light, blurred green, evoking a sense of nature and harmony. The composition emphasizes themes of care, community, and inclusivity.

Sex Differences in Psychedelic Responses

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 28, 2024

Spiritual Health Practitioners. The image depicts a woman in a meditative pose, sitting cross-legged on a yoga mat with her eyes closed and hands resting on her knees in a mudra position. She is wearing a sports bra and leggings. The background features a soft, dreamy gradient of blue, purple, and pink hues, creating a calming atmosphere. There is a stack of balanced stones to her right, adding a zen-like element to the composition. The scene conveys tranquility and mindfulness, with a focus on relaxation and meditation.

Spiritual Health Practitioners. The image depicts a woman in a meditative pose, sitting cross-legged on a yoga mat with her eyes closed and hands resting on her knees in a mudra position. She is wearing a sports bra and leggings. The background features a soft, dreamy gradient of blue, purple, and pink hues, creating a calming atmosphere. There is a stack of balanced stones to her right, adding a zen-like element to the composition. The scene conveys tranquility and mindfulness, with a focus on relaxation and meditation.

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) Training for Spiritual Health Professionals

Harvey Schwartz, PhD

Integration

- October 22, 2024

Microdosing in Psychotherapy. Left Side: A bowl with ground mushroom powder and whole dried mushrooms, with a capsule in the powder, likely containing mushroom powder or another supplement. The dried mushrooms resemble psilocybin mushrooms, known for their psychoactive properties. Right Side: A person sits casually while someone in the foreground writes notes on a clipboard, suggesting a therapy session. The image may imply a connection between psychedelic-assisted therapy and the use of mushrooms, possibly psilocybin, in mental health treatment or research.

Microdosing in Psychotherapy. Left Side: A bowl with ground mushroom powder and whole dried mushrooms, with a capsule in the powder, likely containing mushroom powder or another supplement. The dried mushrooms resemble psilocybin mushrooms, known for their psychoactive properties. Right Side: A person sits casually while someone in the foreground writes notes on a clipboard, suggesting a therapy session. The image may imply a connection between psychedelic-assisted therapy and the use of mushrooms, possibly psilocybin, in mental health treatment or research.

Clinical Observations on the Role of Microdosing in Psychotherapy

Larry Shapiro, PhD

Self-Discovery

- October 18, 2024

Psilocybin for Lyme Disease. The image depicts a close-up of red, irritated skin with a hand touching the affected area, suggesting discomfort. Surrounding the skin are artistic illustrations of psilocybin mushrooms and abstract blue elements. Though not directly related to Lyme disease, the visual emphasizes skin irritation, a common symptom of Lyme, often presenting as a rash or “bull’s-eye” pattern after a tick bite.

Psilocybin for Lyme Disease. The image depicts a close-up of red, irritated skin with a hand touching the affected area, suggesting discomfort. Surrounding the skin are artistic illustrations of psilocybin mushrooms and abstract blue elements. Though not directly related to Lyme disease, the visual emphasizes skin irritation, a common symptom of Lyme, often presenting as a rash or “bull’s-eye” pattern after a tick bite.

Potential Treatment of Psilocybin for Lyme Disease

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP

Research

- October 18, 2024

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