Psychedelic Therapy FAQs
Legal Psilocybin Facilitation in Colorado
Embodied Psychedelia · Questions & answers
Psilocybin & psychedelic
facilitation FAQs
Questions about working with a licensed facilitator in Boulder or Denver? Start here. If you don’t see what you need, we can talk.
Getting started
What I offer, and how to begin.
Is this psychedelic therapy or facilitation?
People often search for “psychedelic therapy” when exploring psilocybin support. I offer licensed natural medicine facilitation, not psychotherapy. I don’t diagnose or treat mental health conditions. My role is to support preparation, your session, and integration without directing your experience or interpreting it for you.
Do I need previous experience with psilocybin?
No. You can begin with questions and curiosity. We’ll discuss your circumstances, readiness, and whether working together is appropriate. A consultation is not a commitment to take psilocybin.
Where do sessions take place?
My administration sessions take place at licensed healing centers in Boulder or the Denver area. We’ll discuss center options, availability, and costs together. Preparation and integration are available virtually or in person by arrangement.
How do I get started?
Start with a free 30-minute consultation. We can talk about what brings you here, your questions, the process, and costs. If we choose to move forward, we’ll discuss screening and preparation.
Safety & suitability
An individual conversation—not a blanket reassurance.
Is psilocybin safe for everyone?
No. Effects can be unpredictable, and physical and psychological risks exist. Screening matters. Relevant health conditions, mental health history, medications, and current circumstances need individual review; a clinician’s assessment or a different kind of support may be needed. No screening process eliminates all risk.
Can I participate while taking medication?
That requires individual review with an appropriately qualified clinician or prescriber. Tell us about prescriptions, supplements, and other substances during screening. I don’t prescribe or adjust medication. Don’t stop or change a prescribed medicine to prepare for a session without your prescriber’s guidance.
What side effects or difficult experiences are possible?
Possible effects include nausea, headache, dizziness, and increased heart rate or blood pressure. Fear, anxiety, confusion, or distress can also occur; some psychological effects can persist. Support and preparation do not guarantee an easy experience. We’ll discuss risks and follow-up support before proceeding.
What if I’m currently in crisis?
An inquiry call or psilocybin session is not emergency care. If you have urgent safety concerns or severe or persistent symptoms, seek prompt medical or mental health care. We can discuss whether facilitation is appropriate only after immediate care needs are addressed.
Legality & consent
Clear boundaries and participant choice.
Is psilocybin legal in Colorado?
Colorado has a regulated natural medicine program for adults 21 and older. I work within that program at licensed healing centers. Colorado also has separate personal-use provisions; these are not the same as regulated facilitation. State permission does not change psilocybin’s prohibited status under federal law.
Will there be touch or bodywork during the session?
Touch is never assumed. Colorado’s facilitator rules limit supportive touch during administration to hands, feet, or shoulders, with prior consent. You can decline touch or withdraw consent. Rolfing or full-body bodywork is not part of the administration session. We’ll discuss boundaries during preparation.
Will you tell me what my experience means?
No. You decide what, if any, meaning your experience holds. I can listen, invite reflection, and offer somatic grounding without assigning an interpretation to your imagery, emotions, writing, or memories.
Preparation & session day
What to expect before and during your appointment.
How many preparation sessions are included?
My full package includes two 60-minute preparation sessions. We’ll review intentions, history, safety considerations, consent, and practical plans. Additional preparation may be appropriate; completing two sessions does not automatically establish readiness.
How should I prepare, including food and practical arrangements?
We’ll discuss preparation individually, including the center’s instructions, food and drink guidance, transportation, and support afterward. Bring questions rather than trying to follow a generic online checklist. Journaling or quiet reflection is optional, and you don’t need a perfectly formed intention.
How long should I plan for, and what might I experience?
Plan for a 6–8 hour supported administration session; timing and effects vary. There may be changes in perception, sensation, thought, or emotion. No particular imagery, breakthrough, or “afterglow” is promised. We’ll review the day’s logistics and departure plan in advance.
What happens if I feel frightened or overwhelmed?
I remain present and can offer support consistent with our preparation and your consent, including invitations to notice your breath, body, or surroundings. I won’t insist that you find meaning in a difficult moment or promise that every challenge is beneficial. We’ll discuss support and response plans before the session.
After your journey
Reflection and support beyond the session.
What is integration?
Integration is space to reflect on what you experienced and explore what, if anything, you want to bring into daily life. It can include conversation, somatic awareness, writing, or other practices that feel useful to you. It does not require interpreting every detail or making major life changes.
Can I book integration if my journey was elsewhere?
Yes. You can reach out even if you worked with another facilitator or had an experience in a different setting. We’ll discuss your needs and whether my support is appropriate. Standalone or additional integration sessions are $125 for 60 minutes.
Can preparation or integration happen online?
Virtual sessions are available. We’ll confirm your physical location and suitability before arranging an appointment. If you are traveling to Colorado, we can discuss what support is available before and after your stay.
Costs & booking
Understand the full investment before committing.
How much does the full process cost?
My facilitator package is $1,500. The estimated total when working with me is approximately $2,100–$3,200 including center and medicine charges, though some arrangements cost less or more. We’ll confirm what’s included and the expected total before booking.
What is included in the facilitator package?
A free 30-minute consultation, two 60-minute preparation sessions, my presence throughout the 6–8 hour administration session, one 60-minute integration session, and email/message support through the process. Your first integration after a journey with me has no separate fee. Additional preparation or integration is $125 per 60 minutes.
Are sliding-scale options available?
A portion of my practice is reserved for need-based rates. If cost is a barrier, I’m open to a conversation about options. Healing centers set their own charges, so we’ll distinguish my fee from theirs.
What are your deposit and cancellation terms?
My current package terms include a $300 deposit. For payment timing, rescheduling, and cancellation details, check the Pricing page before committing to a date.
Still have a question?
A free 30-minute conversation is a chance to ask, meet each other, and explore fit. You can also contact me directly.
General safety information: NIH / NCCIH. Colorado practice requirements: 4 CCR 755-1. This page provides general information, not individual medical advice or a determination of eligibility.
Scott Burd · Colorado Natural Medicine Facilitator, NMF #0000018.
