Psychedelics are a diverse group of substances with a rich history spanning millennia, from traditional indigenous use to modern scientific inquiry. Examples include LSD, psilocybin (found in certain mushrooms), mescaline, ayahuasca, DMT, ketamine, and MDMA. These compounds exert their effects through interactions with receptors in the brain, leading to alterations in perception, cognition, and mood. Recent research has highlighted their potential therapeutic applications in treating mental health disorders such as depression, PTSD, and addiction. Psychedelic experiences are risky and while they can be transformative, sometimes they are challenging, scary or destabilising during or after the experience itself.

No. Psychedelics remain Class A under the UK's Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and so remain illegal to both possess and supply outside of a clinical trial licensed by the Home Office.

No. This service is for people who are looking for help after a psychedelic experience whether it was in the context of a clinical trial, a ceremony or any other circumstances.

The Psychedelic Experience Clinic offers weekly psychotherapy for individuals who are seeking support after a psychedelic experience. Our therapy is of variable cost including a number of low cost slots for those who may not be able to afford psychotherapy at the usual price. To access the service contact us through the form on the home page or email us at info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk

If all low cost spaces are full we may be able to offer you a place with one of our therapists at a reduced rate. If you can't pay for what is available we may be able to offer you a place on the waiting list, although this is no guarantee of when or if a place will become available. Alternatively we will be able to refer you onto a trusted therapist or service outside of The Psychedelic Experience Clinic.

Absolutely, get in touch through the form on the home page or email us at info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk and we can connect you with one of our trusted therapists.

No problem, if you're seeking support to make sense of what happened or for any other reason connected to a psychedelic experience you’ve already had you're welcome to get in touch with our service via the form on the home page or emailing us at info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk

No. It is not illegal to talk about drugs in the UK, and the spaces we offer are completely private and confidential.

The therapy is conducted by our members, all of whom are trainee psychoanalytic psychotherapists taking part in specialised supervision with experienced psychoanalysts. This allows The Psychedelic Experience Clinic to offer low cost therapy.

Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a form of talk therapy that explores unconscious thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. It focuses on understanding how past experiences, especially from childhood, as well as your current circumstances shape your feelings and actions. In the context of a psychedelic experience, a psychoanalyst might help you explore the meanings and emotions underlying your trip, integrating it into your overall psychological landscape. This approach can provide insight into your psyche, aiding in personal growth and healing.

Currently the service is run through fees paid by the therapist members who themselves provide the therapy, and by donations from the public. If you would like to support The Psychedelic Experience Clinic you can donate via www.whydonate.com or get in touch by emailing us at info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk

Absolutely, the therapy is completely confidential and you can talk about whatever you want. All our therapists subscribe to the ethics of their training institutions and their accrediting bodies.

This is to be discussed on a case by case basis with your allocated therapist but it is worth noting that this clinic works within the UK timezone.

The Psychedelic Experience Clinic places the values of inclusivity, equality and acceptance at its core. We maintain an open and inclusive space and welcome any feedback that can help us improve our service in the direction of our values.

All complaints will be taken seriously and acted upon discretely. Complaints should be reported directly to info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk and will be followed up with accordingly.

You are of course welcome to stop your therapy at any time, if you are considering terminating your therapy you may want to discuss it with your therapist first.

Great to hear that you’re interested in helping out, please email us at info@thepsychedelicexperienceclinic.co.uk or fill in the form on the home page with a little bit of information about yourself and we will be in touch with information about membership opportunities and any upcoming events.

All donations received by the clinic go towards paying for the running of the service and the provision of group supervision for our trainees. Further funds will be used to expand our services by bringing on further therapists and subsidising further low cost therapy spots to become available to the public.

Unfortunately there is no simple answer to this question and no guarantees can be given but other people who have struggled after psychedelic experiences report that receiving psychotherapeutic support as soon after the experience as possible helped them improve more quickly than they would have otherwise.

Absolutely, regardless of what else you are dealing with, if you are struggling after a psychedelic experience you are welcome to get in touch.

Some of our therapists are still trainees but all work in private practice seeing many patients with different needs and are in supervision with experienced therapists, there are no major disadvantages to seeing a trainee. If you would prefer to see one of our qualified therapists please mention it in your initial contact with us.

This clinic is tailored specifically to people dealing with psychedelic experiences, so regardless of what other problem you are dealing with, if you are struggling after a psychedelic experience you are welcome to get in touch.

The therapy we offer is weekly, but if your situation requires more frequent therapist contact this is something that can be brought up with your therapist and discussed between you.