A Facilitator's Guide to Ethical Psychedelic Practices Ft. Ashley Carmen

Join us in this captivating episode of the Psychedelic Passage podcast, hosted by Jimmy Nguyen with guest Ashley Carmen, a licensed psychotherapist and passionate advocate for ethical psychedelic practices. In a thought-provoking conversation, Ashley shares her mission to promote ethical facilitation and preserve the diverse approaches to psychedelic healing. Discover how the Psychedelic Guide Network aims to foster a culture of peer collaboration, respect for sacred traditions, and freedom of practice within the ever-evolving landscape of psychedelic medicine. Whether you're a curious explorer or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers valuable insights into the delicate balance between serving the client, the medicine, and one's own ego. Discover how peer-to-peer intervision and ethical reflections are reshaping the landscape of psychedelic facilitation in this thought-provoking podcast episode.Key TakeawaysDiverse Practices and Collaboration: Psychedelic Guide Network acts as a collaborative space for practitioners from various backgrounds, emphasizing a non-hierarchical model.Ethical Facilitation and Informed Consent: The network’s open dialogue encourages ethical considerations, particularly regarding informed consent, offering a responsible approach to psychedelic therapy.Client-Centric Flexibility: The paradigm shift towards flexibility and intuition in guiding journeys underscores a client-centric approach, prioritizing individual needs over rigid protocols.More From Our Guest:Psychedelic Guide Network WebsiteAdditional Resources:Episode TranscriptHow to Become a Psychedelic GuideThe Ethics of Psychedelic Medicine ft. Neuroscientist Dr. GiordanoClinical vs. Shamanic Approaches in Psychedelic TherapyNavigating Power Dynamics in Psychedelic TherapyThis podcast is edited by Chad Eschman. Our music is by Mic Coats. Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.