What is Psychedelic Assisted Therapy?
A paradigm shift in mental health (see legal notices in the section below)
Psychedelic Assisted Therapy is a break through mental health treatment that integrates the therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances such as psilocybin and ketamine with psychotherapy. These therapies are administered in a carefully controlled and supportive environment by trained professionals, offering a unique opportunity for individuals to explore and address underlying psychological issues.
Psilocybin Assisted Therapy utilizes the active compound found in "magic mushrooms" to facilitate deep introspection and emotional processing. Under the guidance of a therapist, individuals consume a carefully measured dose of psilocybin in a supportive setting conducive to therapeutic exploration. Psilocybin's ability to induce altered states of consciousness can lead to profound insights, enhanced emotional awareness, and a sense of connectedness that can facilitate therapeutic breakthroughs. We are currently offering "Personal Use Monitoring and Guidance Session" to ensure the safety and efficacy of personal use under the Natural Medicines Health Act.
Similarly, Ketamine Assisted Therapy involves the use of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic, to promote rapid and profound shifts in consciousness. Ketamine's unique pharmacological properties make it an effective tool for treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. When used in conjunction with psychotherapy, ketamine can help individuals access deep-seated emotions, process traumatic memories, and reframe negative thought patterns. Both Psilocybin and Ketamine Assisted Therapy have shown promising results in clinical research for their potential to alleviate symptoms of mental illness and promote long-term psychological well-being. These therapies offer a paradigm shift in mental health treatment, providing a novel approach for individuals who have not found relief through traditional methods.
We offer consultation on the uses of Natural Medicine for healing under Colorado Law and bona fide harm reduction services. As a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapist (IPI), Dr. Phillips offers Ketamine Assisted Therapy sessions at NeuroGrove in Arvada, CO. Our comprehensive approach addresses the holistic needs of each individual, combining psychedelic therapy with evidence-based psychotherapy techniques to promote healing and transformation on a deeper level.
Legal Notice
Our practice operates within the confines of Prop. 122 or the "Natural Medicines Health Act".
Dr. Phillips is a Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapist working towards full licensure under Colorado Law to practice "regulated natural medicine". He under went 150 hours of didactic training, and 40 hours of practicum training to obtain his certification. He is trained in the use of Psilocybin, Ketamine, and MDMA. Ketamine is FDA approved in all 50 states for the treatment of various forms of depression. Psilocybin has been decriminalized under Colorado Law but remains illegal federally as a Schedule I substance. MDMA is currently not allowed outside of approved clinical trials. Efforts are underway to obtain FDA approval for its clinical use.
While the "personal use" portion of Prop. 122 (Natural Medicines Health Act) came into full effect in January of 2023. The application process for practicing "regulated natural medicine" and sales of "natural medicine" only opened up on December, 31st, 2025. Receiving "regulated natural medicine" and formal Psilocybin Assisted Therapy is still coming online. All of the pieces necessary for accessing "regulated natural medicine" should be in place by summer of 2025. "Regulated Natural Medicine" involes working with a Licensed Facilitator, purchasing "regulated natural medicine" from a licensed cultivator, and sessions will take place in a licensed Healing Center. Working as a "Licensed Facilitator" will only be possible once the full infrastructure for these services comes online.
Until "regulated natural medicine" is accessible in Colorado, Dr. Phillips offers "bona fide harm reduction services" to support personal use. Transcendent Integrative Health is not yet licensed to sell Psilocybin mushrooms but can provide information on personally growing or acquiring natural medicine under the "sharing" provision of Prop. 122. Psilocybin will not be offered for purchase at our clinical location until we are licensed as a "healing center" mid-2025. Until then, we offer suppport and guidance during personal use in patient's homes or in an offsite location if the home environment is not conducive.
Dr. Phillips offers Ketamine Assisted Therapy at NeuroGrove, www.neurogrove.com. Ketamine prescribing is not currently within the scope of practice for Naturopathic Doctors in Colorado. Ketamine Assisted Therapy is within scope for licensed/registered providers who have undergone the approapriate training. Dr. Phillips facilitates ketamine sessions at NeuroGrove under the supervision a Medical Director.
