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Psychedelic Mushroom Therapy in Fort Collins, Colorado

Fort Collins is the last city before you hit the Wyoming border, situated north of Denver and tucked between the plains and the mountains. Not only is the town a beautiful place, but it is also the gateway city to Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park and Roosevelt National Forest. 

Drawing in nature enthusiasts from across America, Fort Collins holds a well-deserved reputation as one of Colorado’s top craft-brewery hubs. It is no wonder that Forbs rated Fort Collins as one of the top places to visit in the country, in 2019.

With Colorado’s Proposition 122 legalizing psychedelic mushrooms, there is sure to be an uptick in tourism related to psychedelic journeys. This new law would allow licensed facilities and facilitators to give their clients psychedelic mushrooms in a supervised setting. No longer will Colorado residents have to rely on the gray market for their psychedelic experiences. 

Before you pack your bags and choose one of the fantastic National parks as your playground, there are a few things to consider. Whether you’re an experienced psychonaut or just someone curious about the healing properties of psychedelics, we recommend exploring frequently asked questions before deciding if psychedelics are right for you.

It is understandable why some may want to rush into psychedelic therapy. With all the media buzz surrounding psychedelics for treatment of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, it is easy to get swept away without first considering the gravity of the journey.

As with any serious matter, it is helpful to have guidance, as psychedelics can produce profound life-changing experiences. It can take the help of an experienced guide to learn how to surrender to the journey and get the most from your experience.

So, where is a good place to start? When researching psychedelic therapy, there are a few terms that may confuse first-time journeyers. What is the difference between a therapist, a guide, or a facilitator? What do they all mean? Do you really need any of them? Let’s take a moment to dig a little deeper.

What Qualifies a Psychedelic Therapist?

As the psychedelic renaissance continues, there seem to be some misconceptions surrounding what a psychedelic ‘guide’ is, compared to a therapist or facilitator. The term itself can be pretty misleading. When you think of a guide, it conjures up images of a professional who sets the tempo for a ceremony by directing you with prompts and verbal cues.

This couldn’t be further from the truth. Therapists, guides, and facilitators should allow you the autonomy to control your journey, letting you lead the session. After all, this is a process of self-actualization, growth, and self-improvement.

A ‘facilitator’ and a ‘guide’ share very similar responsibilities. A major advantage they hold over a traditional therapist is that they have deep intimate knowledge of psychedelics and the psychedelic experience. Often, this is due to extensive in-person mentoring experiences with international shamans and medicine men and women.

Luckily in Colorado, with the recent all-out legalization of psychedelic mushrooms, you shouldn’t have any issue finding a therapist or guide to help you through the experience. Only in Colorado will the service provider be able to provide you with psychedelic mushrooms.

This will be a massive relief for many who are considering psychedelics for the first time, as sourcing your own psychedelic substance can seem daunting. Although there are plenty of choices, you should still exercise caution and take your time to get to know your prospective psychedelic therapist. 

We’ve written an entire article on the qualities of a good psychedelic therapist, but here are some key things to consider. Make sure you are comfortable with the facilitator. This is the beginning of an intimate relationship between you, the guide, and your chosen psychedelic. You need to make sure you feel safe in the environment.

If you don’t feel that the therapist/ guide is someone you can trust and open up to during your journey, you should continue looking. By doing some research and checking out a few different service providers, you can ensure that you get the most out of your experience. Feeling safe and comfortable will allow you to explore any issues that may arise during the journey.

What is The Role of a Psychedelic Guide?

Psychedelic therapy, despite sounding very similar to traditional psychotherapy, is actually very different. Although the goals often involve working through issues and traumas, the methodologies greatly differ. 

In psychedelic-assisted therapy, you will work closely with a psychedelic therapist. They will help guide you through preparation, through the experience, and will help with integration afterward. All facilitators and guides start by conducting a health screening to make sure that psychedelics are right for you

They want to ensure that you are physically, emotionally, and mentally fit for what can often be a life-changing experience. On the day of your journey, you will ingest a psychedelic drug in the presence of this experienced professional. The intention here is to explore issues or past traumas, allowing you the space to grow and learn.

The job of the guide or facilitator continues in the weeks following your experience. As a matter of fact, this is when your work together really begins. They will be instrumental in helping you digest and apply any lessons you took from the experience, into your everyday life. 

This process is known as integration and it’s one of the most critical parts of your psychedelic journey. This process typically begins with an in-depth discussion of any issues or important realizations that may have come up during your journey. Their goal is to allow you to retain and implement what you have learned. 

Is it Really Necessary to Hire a Psychedelic Guide?

You may be asking, “if a psychedelic guide doesn’t lead our journey, what do they do”? They serve as a tether, helping keep you present during your journey. Repressed traumas and fears often bubble up to the surface during a psychedelic journey, and it’s common for people to struggle with this process.

We say there is no such thing as a “bad trip”, only a challenging experience. These experiences are often where the most impactful lessons can be gained, and here, a guide’s emotional regulation assistance can be crucial.

Not only is it safer to have a guide, but they will also help you untangle the surge of emotions that psychedelics often produce. It’s the most supported route for anyone seeking to address deep-seated internal conflicts.

Where To Find Legal Psychedelic Experiences Fort Collins, Colorado

With the passage of Proposition 122, people looking for psychedelic therapy have several options available to them. These include ketamine clinics, guided psychedelic journeys with Psychedelic Passage, or working with one of the many qualified therapists in the greater Colorado area.

1. Ketamine Clinics

Ketamine clinics, which up until recently have been the only legal option for psychedelic therapy, are a place where many of our clients start their journey. The clinics specialize in treating PTSD, depression, and chronic pain

Ketamine, unlike other psychedelics, does this by producing a dissociative experience. People often report that the journey allowed them to detach from their circumstances, and gave them a more objective view on their life.

As mentioned earlier, many of our clients start their journey here and then eventually find their way to us. The reason for this is simple. Ketamine often provides only temporary relief due to improper therapeutic support. We have a whole article on the benefits and pitfalls of ketamine, and we recommend you check it out for more information.

2. Guided Psychedelic Experiences with Psychedelic Passage

At Psychedelic Passage, we put the power into your hands. Our goal is to reduce harm by offering a pre-vetted network of experienced facilitators. Although therapists in Colorado will likely focus on facilitating psychedelic mushroom experience, we offer facilitation services with a wide range of psychedelics.

Our program uses a sliding payment scale, so costs are determined by your income. We do this to allow every person equal access to our services. Our 5-week program can be completely customized to fit your needs.

By choosing Psychedelic Passage, you can ensure that your preparation, integration, and ceremony is supervised and led by knowledgeable psychedelic facilitators who have your best interest in mind. 

Find Your Next Psychedelic Journey in Any Major Fort Collins Area

  • Old Town
  • Old Prospect
  • Terry Point/ Terry Shores
  • Warren Shores
  • Bucking Horse
  • Southridge Greens
  • Huntington Hills
  • University Park
  • Campus West
  • Ram’s Village

Getting Started on Your Healing Journey

Navigating this new psychedelic horizon can be intimidating. Luckily, you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re interested in embarking on a psychedelic healing journey, we invite you to speak to one of our psychedelic concierges by booking a consultation. 

When used intentionally, psychedelics hold the power to promote large-scale healing and growth. Take some time, set an intention, and visit our resources page for more information. Here’s to the beginning of a beautiful journey!

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At Psychedelic Passage, we offer professional 1-on-1 guidance and companionship on your journey of healing. We simply can't sit back and let Americans continue to sit in silent suffering trying to battle mental health issues within a broken health care system, all while knowing that effective alternatives exist. We stand for the sacred, at-home, ceremonial use of psychedelics for consciousness exploration, which we believe to be a fundamental human right.

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