Resources
Everyone deserves access to quality, compassionate psychedelic education. This page offers digital downloads and resource links to support your journey toward safe, ethical, and informed practices.
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Talk Suicide Canada
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24/7 confidential support via phone or text (text 45645 between 4 p.m. – midnight EST)
Hope for Wellness Helpline (First Nations & Inuit support)
1-855-242-3310 | hopeforwellness.ca
Available in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English, and French
International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres
Find crisis helplines and mental health services by country
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Ontario: ontario.cmha.ca
Wellness Together Canada
ca.portal.gs
Free online tools, apps, and professional support
Spiritual Emergence Network (SEN)
spiritualemergence.org
Support and referrals for psychospiritual crises or spiritual emergence
Fireside Project (Psychedelic Peer Support Line)
62-FIRESIDE (623-473-7433) | firesideproject.org
The Zendo Project
zendoproject.org/resources
Education and models for peer-supported psychedelic care
Explore a curated selection of free resources to support your psychedelic learning, safety, and integration. These tools help foster self-awareness, emotional care, and grounded preparation for personal or professional journeys.
Insight Timer – Free app with thousands of guided meditations, mindfulness tools, and talks. Available on the App Store and Google Play.
"The Benefits of Mindfulness for Psychedelic Integration" – Explains how mindfulness enhances emotional processing during and after psychedelic experiences.
"The Miracle of Mindfulness" by Thich Nhat Hanh – A classic introduction to meditation and being present.
"The Power of Journaling for Psychedelic Integration" – An article that outlines how journaling can be used as a tool for insight and reflection.
Journaling.com – Offers prompts and techniques to support reflection and inner work.
"The Untethered Soul" by Michael A. Singer – A thoughtful read on exploring consciousness and the self.
Psychedelic Science Review – Research summaries, integration articles, and scientific updates.
The Third Wave – Offers educational guides and harm reduction content for curious explorers.
"Fantastic Fungi" – A documentary exploring the intelligence of fungi and their healing potential.
r/Psychonaut – An active online community sharing experiences and questions about psychedelics.
The Psychedelic Society – Offers events, integration circles, and community spaces.
Fireside Project – Free peer support line for psychedelic experiences, available during and after journeys.
Emotional Intelligence Academy – Online training and tools for building emotional intelligence.
"Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman – A foundational read on emotional awareness and resilience.
Moodnotes – Thought and mood tracker app to support self-awareness. Available on the App Store and Google Play.
"The Role of Music in Psychedelic Therapy" – Discusses how sound can shape psychedelic experiences.
MAPS Psychedelic Playlist – Curated playlists for therapeutic and exploratory use.
"Creating the Ideal Setting" – Offers practical tips to create a safe, calm space.
Zendo Project – Harm reduction model for safe spaces at festivals and beyond.
"The Psychedelic Experience" – A manual based on the Tibetan Book of the Dead by Leary, Metzner & Alpert.
The Aware Project – Hosts community gatherings and integration circles.
Psychable – Directory of psychedelic-informed therapists and facilitators.
Integration List – A vetted list of global integration providers.
Tripsitters – Connects people to experienced peer support and trip sitting.
DMT Nexus – Offers collective knowledge and firsthand reports.
Explore ongoing and landmark studies in the field of psychedelic science, from treatment-resistant depression to end-of-life care.
Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research
One of the leading global institutions in psychedelic research.
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/psychiatry/research/psychedelics-research
Beckley Foundation
Pioneering psychedelic research and policy reform.
https://www.beckleyfoundation.org/amanda-feilding/
Sage Journal of Psychopharmacology
Peer-reviewed articles on clinical and theoretical research in psychopharmacology.
https://journals.sagepub.com/home/jop
Cannabis as an Entheogen – BMC Journal
Explores the ceremonial and therapeutic use of cannabis.
https://jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s42238-020-00032-2
The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys
Author: James Fadiman (2011)
A comprehensive guide exploring the responsible use of psychedelic substances for personal and spiritual growth.
Read online
How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence
Author: Michael Pollan (2018)
An exploration into the history and future of psychedelic science and its potential to transform mental health.
Read online
Manual for Psychedelic Guides
Author: Mark Haden (2020)
A detailed manual on supporting individuals during therapeutic or spiritual psychedelic experiences.
Read online
Erowid
A comprehensive resource providing detailed information on psychoactive substances, including dosages, user experiences, and safety guidelines.
Visit Erowid
Phoenix Academy's Magical Healing Playlists
A series of curated instrumental playlists designed to support deep and transformative journeys.
Listen on Spotify
Johns Hopkins Psilocybin Research Playlist
A carefully selected playlist developed for psilocybin studies to facilitate profound experiences.
Listen on Spotify
Imperial College Psilocybin for Depression Playlist
A playlist used in clinical trials exploring psilocybin as a treatment for depression.
Listen on Spotify
Psychedelic Soundscapes by Neuma
An ambient music playlist designed to enhance psychedelic experiences.
Watch on YouTube
Transcendence Through Psilocybin | Anthony Bossis, PhD
Dr. Anthony Bossis discusses the transformative potential of psilocybin in therapeutic settings.
Watch on YouTube
Psilocybin Therapy for End-of-Life Distress | Thomas Hartle's Experience
Thomas Hartle shares his journey with psilocybin therapy in confronting end-of-life anxiety.
Watch on YouTube
The Science of Psilocybin and Its Use to Relieve Suffering | Roland Griffiths
Dr. Roland Griffiths explores how psilocybin can induce meaningful experiences and alleviate suffering.
Watch on YouTube
Psychedelic Therapy with Gabor Maté
Dr. Gabor Maté discusses the therapeutic applications of psychedelics in treating various mental health conditions.
Watch on YouTube
24 Huge Questions About Psychedelics | Dr. Matthew Johnson
Dr. Matthew Johnson answers common questions regarding psychedelics and their effects.
Watch on YouTube
The Science of Psychedelics for Mental Health | Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris
Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris delves into the neuroscience behind psychedelics and their potential benefits for mental health.
Watch on YouTube
Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Psychedelics
Dr. Richard Schwartz – Vital Psychedelic Conversations
Watch on YouTube
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
A promising intervention in mental health treatment
Watch the session
Training the Next Generation of Psychedelic Therapists
Dr. Janis Phelps, CIIS – Center for Psychedelic Therapies and Research
How will the next generation be trained?
Breaking Convention talk
Psychedelic Therapy & Psychosis
Exploring therapeutic applications for people with psychotic symptoms or disorders
Watch here
Trauma Healing Through the Body
Dr. Pat Ogden, PhD – Somatic techniques for PTSD and nervous system regulation
Watch here
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