Psychedelic Integration Therapy & Support

Our highly-specialist therapists offer preparation, harm-reduction and integration support and education for psychedelic and other experiences non-ordinary states of consciousness.

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The term "psychedelic", on our website refers to both pharmacological and non-pharmacological induced altered states (e.g., deep meditation or breathwork), excluding experiences of psychosis.

Preparation & Harm Reduction Support

1:1 preparation and harm-reduction support
Evidence-based education about psychedelics and altered states
Psychological preparation and intention-setting
Risk assessment and harm reduction strategies
Development of support systems and safety plans

Group Psychedelic Integration

Monthly online community integration circles
Shared meaning-making in a supportive environment
Connection with others on similar journeys
Facilitated by experienced integration therapists

Psychedelic Integration Therapy

1:1 psychedelic integration support sessions
Help translating insights into meaningful changes
Support following challenging or traumatic psychedelic experiences
Support for after-effects or prolonged difficulties
Psychedelic-informed therapy
Trauma-informed, relational approach

Education, Consulting & Advisory

Training for mental health professionals
Consultation for organisations and researchers
Evidence-based educational resources and workshops
Harm reduction approach to altered states

WHO WE HELP

People seeking to prepare for psychedelic experiences
Those processing past psychedelic experiences
Individuals managing challenging after-effects
Anyone interested in exploring non-ordinary states safely
Mental health professionals seeking educational training in psychedelic harm-reduction and integration support.

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OUR APPROACH

At True North Psychology, we recognise the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy in mental health treatment when approached with intention and supported by a therapeutic framework. Through individual sessions, groups, and workshops, we guide clients in preparing for and integrating these experiences, transforming insights into meaningful life changes.

How We Support Your Journey

We provide professional, evidence-based support to help you:

Before Experiences:

Prepare safely using harm reduction approaches
Understand risks and make informed decisions
Develop intentions and support systems
Screen for potential contraindications

Post-Experience Integration:

Process and make meaning of your experiences
Transform insights into lasting positive changes
Navigate challenging after-effects or difficult experiences
Heal from unearthed trauma with trauma-informed care
Develop practical self-compassion practices
Connect with supportive integration communities

Our Therapeutic Framework

Non-judgmental, supportive environment
Evidence-based, harm reduction focused
Trauma-informed and relational therapy
Personalised support for your unique needs
Integrating past psychedelic experiences into ongoing therapeutic work when helpful
Clear professional boundaries (no involvement with illegal substances)

Whether you're seeking preparation support, integration therapy, or ongoing psychedelic-informed psychotherapy, we provide ethical, professional guidance to help you navigate non-ordinary states of consciousness safely and meaningfully.

While psychedelic therapy shows promise for mental health treatment, it's not a magical cure. As interest grows and access expands, we recognize our responsibility to provide ethical, evidence-based support. Our role is to help people safely prepare for and integrate these profound experiences, creating a space for processing and healing that enables lasting positive change - all while working within legal and professional boundaries.

Dr Sara Tookey, Clinical Psychologist, Founder & Lead Integration Practitioner at True North Psychology

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Psychedelic Preparation and Integration Workshop

COMING SOON...

We are currently developing workshop for the general public and mental health professionals who are interested in learning about psychedelic experiences and how one can psychologically prepare for, manage and integrate a psychedelic experience. These trainings/ webinars takes a harm-reduction approach to support the safe use of psychedelic substances and support for individuals who have sought psychedelic-assisted therapy for improvement of mental health or wellbeing.

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Defining Terms

What Are Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness?

Non-ordinary or altered states of consciousness (ASCs) occur when our normal patterns of awareness temporarily shift. While often associated with psychedelics, these states can arise through many different experiences.

According to Dr. Dieter Vaitl from the Bender Institute of Neuroimaging in Germany, altered states of consciousness can be divided into Five Main Categories:

Pharmacological: Induced by psychoactive substances
Psychological: Through meditation, hypnosis, or music
Physical: Including dreams, fasting, sex, or sleep/oxygen deprivation
Pathological: During psychosis, epilepsy, or from brain injury
Spontaneous: Such as daydreaming or near-death experiences

Additional paths to altered states include:

Breathwork
Physical exercise
Dance
Sensory deprivation
Religious/mystical experiences
Trance states

Everyone experiences these states differently, based on their individual sensitivity and circumstances.

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What is Psychedelic Integration?

Read our Psychedelic Science BLOG to learn more

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Integration is the process of making meaning from psychedelic experiences and embedding insights into daily life for personal growth and healing. It involves processing and understanding the experience through various therapeutic approaches and practices.

Key Elements:

Processing visual, emotional, and psychological aspects of the experience
Translating insights into practical life changes
Managing shifts in perspective about self and reality
Working through challenging experiences
Making sense of confusing elements

Integration Methods:

Individual Therapy: 1:1 psychedelic integration therapy sessions to explore and process experiences
Personal Practices: Journaling, art, meditation, nature connection, music
Group Integration: Community sharing and support to enhance healing through collective wisdom and shared experience

Research shows that combining individual therapy with community support creates the most effective framework for integration, honoring both Western therapeutic approaches and traditional Indigenous healing practices.

Who Can Benefit from Psychedelic Preparation and Integration?

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1. People seeking support before experiences:

Those exploring altered states of consciousness
Individuals preparing for psychedelic-assisted therapy
Anyone wanting to approach psychedelic experiences safely and intentionally

2. People seeking support after experiences:

Those processing challenging or profound experiences
Individuals working to integrate insights into daily life
People managing difficult after-effects, including:
- Existential concerns
- Mood changes
- Anxiety
- Heightened sensitivities
- Derealisation/depersonalisation
- General emotional unsettlement

Our services help both those preparing for and those integrating psychedelic experiences, with a focus on safety, understanding, and meaningful personal growth.

Integration Therapy vs Traditional Psychotherapy

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Integration therapy focuses specifically on processing psychedelic experiences and applying insights to daily life. While traditional psychotherapy addresses broader mental health and life challenges, integration therapy has a narrower scope.

Key Differences:

Integration therapy centres on specific psychedelic experiences
Traditional psychotherapy explores wider life patterns and challenges

Sometimes integration work reveals deeper issues requiring traditional therapy.

When this happens, we can:

Transition to psychedelic-informed psychotherapy
Combine preparation, integration, and ongoing therapy
Adapt the therapeutic approach to meet evolving client needs

Our psychedelic-informed approach allows us to incorporate insights from altered states while providing comprehensive mental health support.

DISCLAIMER:

Our site provides information for educational purposes only, and is a service to connect people with qualified therapists. Content provided is not a substitute for professional mental health or medical services or advice. We do not offer psychedelic-assisted therapies or access to illegal substances. We cannot help locate psychedelic-assisted therapy, guided sessions, or retreats. We may provide publicly available information about eligible clinical research trials for research participation purposes only. Our therapists provide support which adopts a harm reduction perspective, is aligned with ethical legal and clinical guidance for practice, and does not encourage illicit substance use. We do not provide services to individuals experiencing active psychosis or mental health crisis.We do not act as experts on psychedelics or altered states, nor provide advice on their use. We are not liable for risks associated with using information from our site.