Sara Tookey, PhD, PsyD, MA
Clinical Psychologist & Existential Psychotherapist
London ENG
I create a warm, supportive environment where you'll feel safe to explore your experiences with non-ordinary states of consciousness. Our work together begins with understanding your unique journey and what you hope to achieve through integration therapy.
For those preparing for psychedelic experiences, I would support you to attend to the development of the "set and setting". This includes a focus on intention-setting, psychological preparation, risk assessment, and developing robust support systems. I provide evidence-based education about altered states while helping you create personalised support and safety plans.
For integration work, I help you process and make meaning from your experiences, translating insights into practical life changes. We work together to navigate any challenging experiences or shifts in perspective that may have emerged, using a variety of therapeutic techniques to foster healing and growth.
Throughout our work, I maintain clear professional boundaries while honouring your autonomy and personal wisdom. My role is to guide and support, never to direct or control your healing journey.
Dr. Sara Tookey is a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist, Existential Psychotherapist, and specialist in psychedelic integration therapy with over 18 years of practice in the UK and abroad. As the founder and clinical director of True North Psychology, she offers trauma-informed and psychedelic-informed psychotherapy alongside 1:1 integration support.
Sara brings exceptional credentials to her work, having trained as a psychological support and integration therapist in psychedelic trial research at King's College London's Psychoactive Research Team. Her approach is deeply rooted in harm-reduction principles, prioritising safety, understanding, and meaningful personal growth throughout the preparation and integration of experiences with expanded states of consciousness.
Beyond her clinical practice, Sara co-facilitates integration groups in the community and provides consulting services to organisations in the psychedelic medicine industry and research. Her work bridges evidence-based Western therapeutic approaches with traditional healing practices, creating a comprehensive framework for transformation and healing.
Individual Psychedelic Integration Therapy: One-on-one sessions focused on processing experiences and applying insights to create meaningful life changes.
Preparation & Harm Reduction Support: Personalised sessions to help you approach psychedelic experiences safely and intentionally, including education, intention-setting, and risk assessment.
EMBODI Integration Group: A monthly online community integration circle where people can share, connect, and learn from others on similar journeys in a supportive environment.
Psychedelic-Informed Psychotherapy: Ongoing therapy that incorporates insights from altered states while addressing broader mental health and life challenges. This may include trauma-focused work inspired/ influenced by a psychedelic-experience
Education & Training for Professionals: Workshops and training for mental health professionals interested in psychedelic harm-reduction and integration support.
Organizational Consulting: Advisory services for research teams, treatment centers, and organizations in the psychedelic medicine field.
As the director of a group practice, Dr. Tookey collaborates with expert psychologists and psychotherapists to provide comprehensive support for individuals engaging with or curious about psychedelic therapy in various settings, including clinical trials and clinical and naturalistic/ceremonial contexts.
For more information see: www.truenorth-psychology.com