Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Training: An Argument in Support of Firsthand Experience of Nonordinary States of Consciousness in the Development of Competence.
Shannon Dames, Crosbie Watler, Pamela Kryskow, Pearl Allard, Michelle M. Gagnon, Wes Taylor, Vivian W. L. Tsang
Psychedelic Med (New Rochelle) September 4, 2024 DOI: 10.1089/psymed.2023.0004 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Altered states of consciousness Psychedelic-assisted therapy |
| Keywords | Psychedelic treatment Psychedelic healing Therapist experience Therapist training Practitioner experience Personal insight Firsthand experience Direct engagement Core competence Altered perception Expanded consciousness Therapeutic benefits Empathy Effectiveness Patient understanding Therapeutic guidance Healing outcomes Treatment efficacy |
| Citations | 4 |
| Key points | Argues that firsthand experience of nonordinary states of consciousness is necessary for developing competence in psychedelic-assisted therapy. |
Abstract
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Training: An Argument in Support of Firsthand Experience of Nonordinary States of Consciousness in the Development of Competence.