Psychedelic Support and Harm Reduction

Psychedelic Support and Harm Reduction

While psychedelics are often celebrated for their profound healing properties, it is important to acknowledge that they can also pose risks. Psychedelic facilitators have abused clients both intentionally and unintentionally, and caused significant distress. This anguish can range from financial to emotional, physical, and/or sexual. 

Regrettably, many psychedelic communities lack the necessary tools and experience to discern ethical behavior, effectively support survivors of abuse, hold perpetrators accountable, and foster ethical practices. Furthermore, professional care in these areas is often financially inaccessible.

This event is a proactive step towards addressing these challenges. With extensive experience in various psychedelic communities, I have both witnessed these issues firsthand and endured them. Driven by a personal calling, I have established this group to educate individuals about the potential benefits and risks of psychedelics, and to provide guidance on identifying reputable ceremonies.

This gathering will also serve as a safe space for those who have experienced trauma related to psychedelic use to find support and share their stories.

Please note: This initial meeting is intended to explore interest in forming a continuous support network. Based on the feedback and engagement, we will determine the feasibility of making this a regularly scheduled event.

Suggested donation of $10-20, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.

About your host:

Stephanie is a somatic bodywork practitioner, a women's empowerment coach, and womb healer with a passion for sharing knowledge about holistic forms of pelvic health care.  She has a BA in Psychology from the George Washington University, and has been a licensed massage therapist since 2008.  She became a certified craniosacral therapist through the Upledger Institute, and attended the Arvigo Institute, now known as Tul’ix Indigenous Arts, to study Maya Abdominal Therapy.  She has trained in EFT and tapping, somatic experiencing, and has studied Tantra and Tantric healing as well. Her specialty is addressing the issues in the tissues resulting from various forms of trauma. 

Stephanie integrates numerous modalities into sessions with clients, which help to calm the body by bringing the nervous system into a state of balance and regulation. She helps individuals feel comfortable in their bodies and assists in holding space for the release and processing of trauma, and she also offers various self-care tools and tips that people can do in between sessions to help work through challenging situations, so they can feel empowered in times of stress. She offers Craniosacral Therapy, Maya Abdominal Therapy, Somatic Trauma Release Sessions, private healing ceremonies, customized wellness retreats, and coaching packages. 

website: www.karmictouchhealingarts.com