As the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy grows, the need for robust and structured models of integration becomes more apparent. The Realms of Integration model by Buller and Moore (2019) presents a unique, multi-dimensional approach that addresses the integration of psychedelic
In the realm of psychedelic integration, the Holistic Model for a Balanced Life by Francoise Bourzat and Kristina Hunter (2019) stands out as a deeply comprehensive and grounded approach. This model draws from both Indigenous traditions and contemporary therapeutic practices,
Visionary plant medicine has long been used in various Indigenous cultures for spiritual growth, healing, and connection to higher consciousness. As psychedelics experience a resurgence in modern therapeutic settings, models like the Visionary Plant Medicine Integration by Coder (2017) provide
As the world continues to witness a resurgence in the therapeutic use of psychedelics, the conversation surrounding psychedelic integration is more important than ever. Integration, often defined as the process of incorporating insights and experiences from a psychedelic journey into
The Narcotics Farm in Lexington, Kentucky—officially known as the U.S. Public Health Service Hospital—opened in 1935, the same year that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was founded. While AA would become a global force in alcoholism recovery, the Narcotics Farm was critical
Bill Wilson, the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), is widely known for his pioneering work in establishing one of the most influential addiction recovery movements in history. His development of the twelve-step program and emphasis on spirituality as a key
The paths of Tom Powers and Bill Wilson, two pivotal figures in the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), intersect in fascinating and contrasting ways. Both men were influential in writing the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions book, although many
For most of my adult life, I’ve considered myself an agnostic—sometimes, if I’m honest, an atheist. I walked into the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous over two decades ago, desperate and determined to get sober. And I did. I stayed sober
The use of psychedelic substances in psychotherapy has a long and complex history, spanning several decades and encompassing a variety of therapeutic approaches. Among these, two prominent modalities emerged in the mid-20th century: psychedelic therapy and psycholytic therapy. While both
The field of addiction recovery is evolving, and with it, a growing recognition that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing from substance use disorders. Historically, abstinence-based programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) have been the cornerstone
I never imagined I’d be here—sitting across from my patients and sponsees, carrying the weight of a secret that could destroy my career, my license, and my standing in the recovery community. But here I am, a clinician in recovery,
In the world of spiritual literature, few pieces are as universally beloved and widely recited as the “Prayer of St. Francis,” also known as the “Peace Prayer.” The prayer, which begins with the lines “Lord, make me an instrument of