Psychedelic Integration: Psychotherapy for non-ordinary states of consciousness
Journal of Psychedelic Studies November 16, 2023 Danelle Jones 48 citations
A book review interprets Marc B. Aixalà's exploration of how therapists can support clients who have undergone psychedelic experiences, especially when the therapist was not present during the session. Aixalà, a psychologist and psychotherapist, draws on his decade of work with ICEERS, training in Holotropic Breathwork and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, and involvement in clinical trials for psilocybin and treatment-resistant depression. The review focuses on his principles for integration therapy, which aims to ensure safety and efficacy for clients using non-ordinary states of consciousness to address PTSD, anxiety, depression, and end-of-life distress.