Jesse Walker, PsyD

I follow the philosophy that integration is a process that begins before the psychedelic experience itself, with thoughtful, conscious preparation. I work with people to identify their goals or intentions, think through safety considerations and prepare for possible outcomes. Once the experience is complete, we work together to integrate insights into daily life and embody these changes. Sometimes the experience is challenging, and we work together to create a narrative of the experience that promotes safety and stability. While traditional therapy is usually a weekly/bi-weekly appointment, psychedelic integration can be quite different. If appropriate, we may meet short term on an as-needed basis. I am also able to provide adjacent services if you are already seeing a therapist. I approach psychedelic integration from a harm reduction framework. Harm reduction allows for patient autonomy and self determination, while simultaneously inviting them to explore their choices from all angles. During the integration process, we will use mindfulness techniques and contemplative practices which work in similar ways to the psychedelic experience in the brain. We will also use experiential techniques, which can be useful for embodying the insights and incorporating them into daily life. Sessions are 50 minutes. Conducted over Zoom or phone. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.