Shifting Paradigms: Exploring Multicultural Approaches to Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in Counseling
Brittany L. Prioleau, Shama Panjwani
The Professional Counselor March 1, 2025 DOI: 10.15241/blp.15.1.68 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Psychedelic-assisted therapy |
| Key points | Argues that embracing a multicultural and social justice lens in psychedelic-assisted therapy can improve effectiveness, accessibility, and ethical foundations within the counseling profession. |
Abstract
The integration of diverse and multicultural perspectives in psychedelic-assisted therapy represents an important element within this emerging field. As the therapeutic potential of psychedelics continues to capture the attention of mental health professionals, it is essential to underscore the critical significance of considering the diverse cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and systemic influences and barriers of individuals engaging in these therapies. This article explores the importance of embracing a multicultural and social justice lens within psychedelic-assisted therapy that examines the movement through a historical sociopolitical lens. It reviews the integration of social justice and advocacy into potential treatment, highlighting how psychedelic-assisted therapy has the potential to enhance effectiveness, accessibility, and ethical foundations within the counseling profession.