Psychedelic Integration Therapy

A supportive, trauma-informed approach that helps individuals process and make meaning of psychedelic or plant medicine experiences transforming insights into lasting healing and personal growth.

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Quick Overview

A snapshot of who this therapy is for and how it works

Best for

Clients who have experienced psychedelic-assisted therapy, plant medicine ceremonies, or spontaneous altered states

Session format

Individual, couples, or group · In person or virtual

Typical cadence

Weekly or as needed

Duration

Short- or long-term depending on depth of experience and ongoing needs

Often combined with

Somatic therapy, IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, Polyvagal Informed Therapy

Evidence base

Draws from trauma therapy, transpersonal psychology, and research on psychedelic-assisted treatment

What Is Psychedelic Integration Therapy?

Psychedelic Integration Therapy provides a safe, grounded space for individuals to process experiences with psychedelics or plant medicines such as Ketamine, Psilocybin, Ayahuasca, MDMA, LSD, Other psychedelic or entheogenic modalities. Psychedelic experiences can be profound, healing, and insightful but they can also be confusing, overwhelming, or disorienting.

Integration Therapy helps individuals:

Inner Themes

Explore emotional, symbolic, and cognitive themes

Breakthroughs

Process breakthroughs, visions, or inner experiences

Meaning Making

Make meaning of difficult or challenging journeys

Body Reconnection

Reconnect with the body after intense internal states

How Psychedelic Integration Therapy Supports Recovery and Growth

Prevents retraumatization

Integrates material safely without bypassing pain

Strengthens recovery

Aligns insights with coping tools and long-term healing

Supports identity shifts

Helps individuals navigate spiritual, emotional

Encourages sustainable growth

Turns peak experiences into lasting transformation

What to Expect in Psychedelic Integration Therapy Sessions

Sessions are collaborative, compassionate, and paced at the client’s comfort level. They may include:

Storytelling and Reflection

Talking through what happened before, during, and after the experience.

Meaning-Making and Symbol Exploration

Exploring emotional themes, images, metaphors, or spiritual content.

Somatic and Grounding Practices

Reconnecting with the body through breath, movement, and sensory awareness.

Practical Integration Planning

Building rituals, coping tools, lifestyle changes, and daily practices that reflect insights.

Creative Integration Tools

Journaling, art, meditation, voice recordings, or guided visualization to deepen clarity.

Who Benefits from Psychedelic Integration Therapy?

Support for individuals processing psychedelic, plant medicine, or altered-state experiences

Integration Therapy is ideal for people who want to make sense of their experiences, understand emotional or symbolic content, and anchor insights into their daily lives.

Individuals Completing Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Support for integrating therapeutic states into long-term recovery

People Returning From Plant Medicine Ceremonies or Retreats

Provides structure after ayahuasca, psilocybin, San Pedro, and other modalities.

Clients With Challenging or Distressing Psychedelic Experiences

A safe space to process fear, confusion, or difficult emotional content

Individuals Using Psychedelics for Trauma or Addiction Recovery

Supports body regulation, emotional clarity, and safe grounding.

People Experiencing Spiritual or Existential Change

Meaning-making for shifts in identity, faith, or worldview

Anyone Seeking to Turn Insights Into Action

A practical pathway for bringing wisdom into relationships, work, and self-care

Why TruPaths Highlights Psychedelic Integration Therapy

TruPaths highlights this therapy because psychedelic experiences are becoming more common in trauma and addiction treatment but the deepest healing happens afterward. Integration ensures insights are not lost or overwhelming, but instead woven into a stable, resilient, and meaningful life.

FAQs About Psychedelic Integration Therapy

Is this the same as psychedelic-assisted therapy?

No. Integration therapy does not involve administering substances—it helps process experiences clients have already had.

Is Psychedelic Integration Therapy evidence-based?

Yes, it draws from established, evidence-based modalities like psychotherapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.

Can this help with a difficult or frightening trip?

Yes, integration therapy helps process challenging experiences and reduce lingering distress.

Can couples or family members participate?

Yes, sessions can include partners or family when it supports healing and communication.

Do I need to have used psychedelics recently?

No, integration can be helpful weeks, months, or even years after an experience.

Is this therapy covered by insurance?

Coverage varies, but it is often billed under standard psychotherapy rather than psychedelic services.

Find Recovery Options Offering Psychedelic Integration Therapy

Insight becomes transformation when it is integrated. Psychedelic Integration Therapy helps individuals process experiences, reduce overwhelm, and bring healing forward into everyday life.

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