Azur Jafari, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Port Orchard WA
Presence, trust, and connection are the basic ingredients for any supportive relationship. Wherever you are in your life, I promise to meet you with non-judgement, humility and an easygoing curiosity. Our work together will seek to unearth and honor your true essence, what you value, and who you want to be in this life. I will compassionately hold space for you as we sort through your hidden parts, deconstruct long held beliefs, approach your fears, and sit with your grief. This can be challenging work, and I will invite us to notice and make room for what shows up, and move towards what matters to you. My hope for you is to feel liberated, to engage in play, patterns and relationships that nurture you, and to help you feel at home in your body and safe in community.
I am a licensed clinical health psychologist who provides therapy to clients in Oregon and Washington. Practicing since 2014, I earned my Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2020 and completed my predoctoral and postdoctoral generalist training in integrated primary care through the National Psychology Training Consortium. I identify as a queer, gender-nonconforming second-generation Puerto Rican Iranian. My passions and experiences are rooted in working with adults (18+), LGBTQIA2s+, BIPOC, creatives, neurodivergent people (ADHD/Autism/Gifted/2e/3e), people living with chronic illness, and those existing in marginalized bodies. Additionally, I often find myself working with therapists and healthcare workers.
Psychedelic harm reduction and integration (PHRIT) are essential components for supporting individuals with navigating the often profound and transformative nature of psychedelic experiences. This service aims to promote safety, self-awareness, positive life changes, maximize the benefits and minimize potential risks associated with psychedelic substances.
Harm reduction in the context of psychedelics involves providing education, support, and resources to individuals using or considering using psychedelics. This approach focuses on promoting safety and minimizing potential negative consequences. This can include accurate information about dosage, potential effects, and guidance on creating a safe and comfortable environment for the experience. Additionally, harm reduction may involve addressing risks such as psychological distress, challenging experiences, or interactions with other medications or substances.
Integration refers to the process of incorporating insights and experiences gained from psychedelic use into one's life in a meaningful and constructive way. It involves reflecting on the experience, understanding its significance, and applying the insights to personal growth and well-being. Integration can encompass various practices such as journaling, meditation, therapy, and discussion groups, allowing individuals to process and make sense of their experiences. It also involves implementing changes in behavior, attitudes, and relationships based on the revelations and understandings brought about by the psychedelic experience.
Please note that while I provide harm reduction and integration, I do not provide guidance on how to obtain psychedelic substances.