Full Description
The Therapeutic Use of Psychedelics is a comprehensive manual for mental health professionals that details the vital aspects of psychedelic integration therapy.
The book provides essential skills, tools, and insights for preparing clients for psychedelic sessions, supporting them during the experience, and aiding post-session integration for long-term benefits. Chapters describe the personal work, tools, and mindsets professionals need before they begin work in this area, and the book also covers vital topics such as proper client screening for safety, vital psychedelic psychoeducation, and the relationship between mindfulness skills, psychedelics, and other states of consciousness.
Throughout the manual, clinicians will find engaging stories and case studies, academic research, and practical guidelines to help them bridge the gap between traditional mental health practices and the emerging field of psychedelic therapy.
Contents
PART I The Therapist Introduction: Bridging Science, Psychotherapy, and Spirituality in Altered States of Consciousness 1 Orienting Principles 2 From Principles to Practice: Core Tools for Therapeutic Change PART II Exploring the Inner Landscape: Neuroscience, History, and the Clinical Use of Psychedelics 3 The Role of Personal Experience in Psychedelic Therapy 4 Understanding Psychedelics: From Historical Use to Brain Mechanisms 5 Understanding and Choosing Psychedelic Medicines PART III Psychedelics in Practice: The MPIM Model 6 The Intake: Setting Client Expectations and Screening 7 Preparation 8 The Journey 9 Integration 10 Conclusion: A Return to Wholeness
