Resources

Our mission extends beyond providing clinical services—we believe in empowering individuals with knowledge, fostering informed decision-making, and honoring the rich cultural heritage from which these healing practices originate. The resources gathered here represent diverse perspectives from researchers, clinicians, indigenous wisdom keepers, harm reduction advocates, and policy experts who are shaping the responsible integration of psychedelic medicine into modern healthcare.

As Colorado continues to lead the way in progressive psychedelic policy, we remain committed to staying current with legal developments, safety protocols, and best practices in the field. We encourage you to explore these materials thoughtfully and to reach out to our team with any questions about how psychedelic assisted therapies might support your healing journey.

Please note: The resources listed here are for educational purposes and do not constitute medical or legal advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making decisions about your mental health treatment.

Books & Literature

Websites

Independent data-driven reporting and analysis on the emergent psychedelic medicine sector, cutting through investment noise with exclusive news, interviews, and business intelligence

The Field Trip app guides you in connecting with yourself and transcending consciousness, through music, meditations, and tools, created by leaders in mindfulness and psychedelics.

Healing Advocacy Fund is a 501c3 non-profit organization. The HAF expands and protects safe, affordable state-regulated access to psychedelic healing for all who need it.

A community and media company covering timely, untold stories about the expansion of psychedelics around the globe and their intersection with mental health and social justice

The first university-based center dedicated to studying how psychedelics affect behavior, brain function, mood, cognition, and biological markers of health to advance therapeutic applications

Aims to co-create a world where plant medicines and other psychedelics are understood, protected, honored, and valued as part of our cultural identity, and integrated into our social, legal and health care systems in ways that are equitable and just.

An online magazine of ideas and culture that publishes in-depth essays from world-leading thinkers across philosophy, science, psychology, humanities and altered states of consciousness essays.

Since 2019, VETS has provided grants for more than 1,000 veterans and their spouses to receive psychedelic-assisted therapy treatment, as well as preparation and integration coaching and ongoing community support.

Safety & Harm Reduction Resources

Fireside Project

A nonprofit providing free, confidential peer-to-peer psychedelic support through a 24/7 hotline for people during or after psychedelic experiences.

Zendo Project

Provides professional harm reduction education and peer support services at events to help transform difficult psychedelic experiences into opportunities for learning and growth.

Psychedelics in Recovery

A fellowship for people in 12-step and other recovery programs who share experiences using psychedelics as potential aids in their personal recovery journey from addictive behaviors.

The Trevor Project

The world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people, providing 24/7 support through phone, chat, and text services.

Colorado Crisis Services

The statewide behavioral health crisis response system offering mental health, substance use or emotional crisis help, available 24/7/365 through call or text.

DanceSafe

A peer-to-peer harm reduction organization that has been providing drug education, free drug testing services, and safety resources at events nationwide for 25 years to reduce risks for people who use substances.

988 National Hotline

Available 24/7/365 for free, confidential conversations with trained counselors for mental health, substance use, and emotional crises - simply call, text, or chat 988.

The Bunk Police

A company specializing in manufacturing and selling high-quality drug testing kits and reagents, founded in 2011 as the first substance test kit company in the US, with international shipping to over 100 countries.

MAPS Crisis Resources

The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies provides crisis resources and their volunteers complete 36-hour training programs on supporting people during psychedelic experiences and integration.

Veterans Crisis Line

If you are a veteran and in crisis or concerned about a loved one, please call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 then press “1” or text 838255 to connect with a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year. You can also chat live with a crisis counselor by visiting the Veterans Crisis Line Website.

SAMHSA's National Helpline

A free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders

Sound Off

Sound Off is revolutionizing the way Veterans seek and receive mental health care. Veterans can choose to speak with a professional clinician or a screened, trained peer — a Peer Supporter who has walked the same path. Sound Off is free and completely anonymous.

Scientific Research

Psychedelic Research Institutions & Initiatives

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Content Within Streaming Platforms

  • How to Change Your Mind: Based on Michael Pollan's book, this four-part docuseries explores the history and uses of psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, and mescaline, and their potential in therapy.

    Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics: A light-hearted documentary featuring celebrity anecdotes about their experiences with hallucinogenic drugs.

    The Mind, Explained: Psychedelics: An episode within the docuseries exploring the effects of psychedelics on the brain.

    Ram Dass, Going Home: A short documentary portrait of counter-cultural figure Ram Dass reflecting on life and death. 

    Magic Medicine - A groundbreaking Netflix documentary about psilocybin, which follows the experiences of Robert Carhart-Harris on psilocybin in the UK, at Imperial College London.

    Fantastic Fungi - A documentary mainly about the medicinal effects of mushrooms and other fungi, also covering psilocybin-containing mushrooms and their psychedelic/mystical experiences.

    Aaron Rodgers: Enigma. Follows NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers' comeback with the New York Jets and his life off the field, including his advocacy for ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew.

  • LSD & The Psychedelic Revolution: This National Geographic documentary explores the history and potential therapeutic uses of LSD and other psychedelics.

    My Psychedelic Love Story: This documentary examines Dr. Timothy Leary through the eyes of his famous lover.

    Dr. Delirium and The Edgewood Experiments: Examines the true story of human experiments conducted by the US Army from 1955-1975 using mind-altering drugs. 

  • Journeys to the Edge of Consciousness: Explores the psychedelic experiences of Aldous Huxley, Timothy Leary, and Alan Watts.

    Hamilton's Pharmacopeia: Follows Hamilton Morris as he explores the history, chemistry, and societal impacts of psychoactive substances.

    A New Understanding: Science Of Psilocybin: Examines research into psilocybin as a potential treatment for depression and anxiety.

    Fantastic Fungi: A visually stunning documentary about the crucial role of fungi in the environment and their potential for healing, narrated by Brie Larson.

    From Shock To Awe: Follows two combat veterans using psychedelics to treat their post-traumatic stress disorder. 

    Descending the Mountain: This documentary chronicles an experiment with meditation and psilocybin on Mount Rigi, Switzerland.

    AWARE: Glimpses of Consciousness: Explore the interconnectedness of nature and consciousness.

    Heal. Without us knowing it, there may be complementary healing options that can be used in conjunction with conventional medicine. They are worth studying, in any case.

    Dirty Pictures. Alexander Shulgin’s story in “Dirty Pictures” is fascinating. He gifted the field of psychedelic research with the discovery of over 200 psychedelic compounds, including MDMA. Shulgin’s fearless exploration into the unknown has been a huge inspiration to me.

    Lamar Odom: Reborn. A group of experts follow two-time NBA world champion Lamar Odom's journey to break his addiction and anxiety by using groundbreaking psychedelic medicines that radically change his life.

    The Legal and Underground Scene of Magic Mushrooms. A fight to reform Psilocybin drug laws happening. This film follows two activists in this field, one helping people get legal access, one openly selling mushrooms in a storefront.

  • Psychonautics: A Comic's Exploration Of Psychedelics: Follows comedian Shane Mauss on a journey to understand psychedelics.

    Neurons to Nirvana: Examines the therapeutic potential of psychedelic drugs through interviews with leading researchers. 

    The Last Shaman: Follows a young man seeking healing from depression and suicidal thoughts through the use of ayahuasca.

    Magic Medicine: Follows research into psilocybin-assisted therapy for depression.

    Descending the Mountain: This documentary chronicles an experiment with meditation and psilocybin on Mount Rigi, Switzerland.

    AWARE: Glimpses of Consciousness: Explore the interconnectedness of nature and consciousness.

    Welcome to the Psychedelic Renaissance.“Welcome to the Psychedelic Renaissance” (2023) offers a panoramic view of the current state of psychedelic research, therapy, and culture. This documentary captures the zeitgeist of a movement that is redefining our understanding of consciousness, healing, and the human experience through the lens of psychedelics.

    María Sabina, mujer espíritu. The Mexican documentary María Sabina, mujer espíritu was directed by Nicolás Echevarría, and is a cinematic portrait of one of the most famous Mazatec curandera’s María Sabina and her rituals performed with mushrooms containing psilocybin.

    Fungimentary: The Magic Mushrooms of Balingup. Multi award winning (Australian made) guerrilla independent documentary. First Broadcast on SBS (Australia) 8:30pm 20 October 1995. It undertakes a highly entertaining tongue-in-cheek investigation into the impact of the sudden discovery of Magic Mushrooms growing in an 'Enchanted Forest', near the tiny rural town of Balingup, in south-West Australia. Pop 397.

    Santa is a Psychedelic Mushroom. Matthew Salton, whose animated short film, Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom, presents a different origin story entirely. It’s a compelling narrative, backed by Harvard professors, anthropologists, and esteemed mycologists alike, and it bears an uncanny semblance to the modern tradition of Santa Claus.

  • Dosed. Adrianne is a former drug addict devastated by suffering and depression due to post-traumatic stress disorder. The intimate and moving documentary Dosed follows Adrianne as she explores the therapeutic effects of psilocybin to try to counter her demons.

    The Good Drug? The History, Politics and Science of Psychedelics: This 2023 documentary investigates the historical, societal, and scientific relationship with psychedelics, exploring their potential for medicine and health.

    Psychedelica: This series delves into the history and use of psychedelics and their influence on humanity, featuring expert interviews and exploring topics like shamanism, Ayahuasca, and DMT.

    Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics: This 2020 documentary features celebrities sharing their experiences with psychedelic drugs, offering humorous anecdotes alongside discussions about the potential therapeutic benefits for mental health and terminally ill patients.

    Psychedelics: Stepping Into The Unknown: This documentary follows a clinical trial investigating the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy to treat General Anxiety Disorder.

    A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin: This film explores the resurgence of research into psilocybin as a therapeutic treatment for mental illness and trauma, highlighting patient stories and the science behind its effects.

    Psychedelia: History and Science of Mystical Experience: This documentary explores the origins and resurgence of psychedelic research, examining the profound, life-altering effects of these compounds in both therapeutic settings and the world at large.

    Neurons to Nirvana: Understanding Psychedelic Medicines: This documentary focuses on the resurgence of psychedelics as medicine, featuring interviews with researchers, writers, psychologists, and pioneers in psychedelic psychotherapy, exploring the potential of LSD, Psilocybin, MDMA, Ayahuasca, and Cannabis.

    Little Saints: Eat a Mushroom, Talk to God: This documentary follows individuals traveling to Mexico to participate in an ancient Mazatec ritual involving the ingestion of psilocybe mushrooms for psychological and physical healing. It includes interviews with scientists and researchers

  • The Psychedelic Drug Trial. All psychedelic drug use shown in this programme was part of a carefully controlled clinical trial under the supervision of specially trained psychotherapists. Available at BBC2.

    Peace of Mind. In a story situated at the intersection of medicine, healing and sports, a new edition of ESPN E60 examines the use of psychedelic “magic mushrooms” in mental health treatment for athletes. Available at ESPN+.

    Nova: Can Psychedelics Cure? Psychedelics are unlocking new ways to treat conditions like addiction and depression.

    Dosed: the Trip of a Lifetime. A loving mother is granted the legal right for medical use of magic mushrooms. She then embarks on a courageous journey of personal transformation and healing, exploring possible cures for cancer, like cannabis oil.

    Becoming Nobody. Director's interviews, accompanied by archival footage and original music, Ram Dass explores our universal human condition and behaviors in connection to the journey of the soul and the shared unity of all of our lives.

    Psychedelica: The History and Science of Mystical Experience: This revised documentary explores the history of psychedelic drugs and their ability to induce mystical experiences.

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