Journal of Psychopharmacology
June 18, 2024
Kim Hoffman, Alissa Bazinet, Kellie Pertl et al.
14 citations
Experts with extensive experience facilitating psilocybin experiences, including in ceremonial settings, indigenous practices, and clinical trials, developed a set of core measures to monitor the safety, quality, and outcomes of supervised psilocybin services. Through a three-phase e-Delphi process with 36 experts, 55 candidate measures were identified and then prioritized to a core set of 11 process measures (e.g., preparatory hours with client, documentation of touch/sexual boundaries), 11 outcome measures (e.g., adverse events, well-being), and 17 structure measures (e.g., facilitator training in trauma informed care). The findings suggest that service providers and policy makers should consider standardizing these measures for community-based psilocybin services.
The International journal on drug policy
January 1, 2026
Christina Chwyl, Adrianne R Wilson-Poe, Kim A Hoffman et al.
3 citations
Experts in psychedelic care and harm reduction identified five key areas for improving standards of care: strengthening provider accountability and credibility, advancing culturally responsive and inclusive practices, emphasizing community-based support and integration, ensuring safety through preparation and screening, and navigating legal and informational gray areas. The findings highlight the need for clearer guidelines, robust safety protocols, and accessible support systems to optimize outcomes across diverse populations and settings.
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
January 29, 2025
Jason B Luoma, Kim Hoffman, Adrianne R Wilson-Poe et al.
3 citations
Oregon's early psilocybin facilitator workforce is relatively diverse, with many holding existing healthcare licenses. Among 16 active training programs, mean tuition was $9,359 and half offered diversity scholarships. Survey respondents (n=106) reported that training expenses were a moderate-to-severe financial strain, though most were satisfied with their training. The mean planned price for a session was $1,388, and common specializations included trauma, mental disorders, consciousness exploration, and spirituality. Facilitators requested ongoing training opportunities. These findings are crucial for informing future policy and training program development to support a diverse and effective workforce.
March 11, 2026
Jason B Luoma, Kim Hoffman, Adie Wilson-Poe et al.
preprint
Oregon's early psilocybin facilitator workforce is relatively diverse, with many holding existing healthcare licenses, though training expenses pose a moderate-to-severe financial strain for most. The mean tuition across 16 active training programs was $9,359, half offered diversity scholarships, and the mean planned session price was $1,388. Facilitators most commonly specialized in trauma, mental disorders, consciousness exploration, and spirituality, and most were satisfied with training while requesting ongoing opportunities. These findings inform future policy and program development for a diverse and effective workforce.