Resources
Want to more about the culture and history behind Psychedelic-assisted Psychotherapy? Here’s some of our picks.
“Sit Around the Fire”, Jon Hopkins with Ram Dass and East Forest
The final entry on Jon Hopkins’ 2021 album Music for Psychedelic Therapy, this song samples a clip of spiritual leader Ram Dass speaking to a congregation. The album is designed with psychedelic journeys in mind, with sounds meant to guide people to new thoughts and perspectives. It’s about an hour long: or, the length of a ketamine journey.
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
Founded in 1986 by Rick Doblin, Ph.D., MAPS is a research and educational organization with the goal of promoting the use of psychedelics for therapeutic purposes. MAPS is an excellent source for the latest clinical research, legislation, and news around the globe. They have a Canadian contingent: MAPS Canada shares similar info, with a focus on local legislation and access.
Podcast recommendation: Huberman Lab
Dr. Andrew Huberman has dedicated several episodes of his uber-popular health podcast to psychedelic science and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Huberman is a neuroscientist working in brain development, brain function, and neural plasticity — if you’re curious about exactly how ketamine, MDMA and psilocybin work on the brain, you’ve found the right podcast!
“Remember, the entrance door to the sanctuary is inside you.”