Psychedelic- Assisted Therapy
Supported Access to Psychedelic Medicines
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy refers to a form of therapy where psychedelic medicines are used to deepen or enhance the therapeutic experience and healing process.
Psychedelic medicines area class of psychoactive substances that may be accessed legally only with the support of a medical professional.
Our program is offered by a multidisciplinary team of trained, experienced health professionals at Santé Cannabis and Refuge Psychology.
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Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Program
Santé Cannabis has always been a strong advocate for novel therapies in the community.
Patients suffering from uncontrolled symptoms who have not responded to conventional treatments deserve access to psychedelic medicines in a supportive environment. This type of therapy has been shown to support the healing process of those with traumatic experiences or end-of-life distress. The option to access psychedelic-assisted therapy brings hope to patients who feel they are facing a dead-end road in their treatment journey.
The program includes an important psychotherapy component to promote integration of the experience.
Integration sessions can help make sense of insights or emotional breakthroughs.
Therapy protocols will be selected based on treatment objectives and personal needs.
Patients may seek:
- Healing from traumatic experiences
- Processing end-of-life distress
- And more.
Responses to Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy are personal for each patient, and various factors can impact their experience. Therefore, this therapy must be undertaken in safe, supported settings under the guidance of trained medical and mental health professionals to minimize risks and maximize the potential benefits.
How can we help
The PAT program at Santé Cannabis provides patient services within a supportive environment and multidisciplinary team of medical and mental health professionals. Services are provided in a step-wise progression.
Step 1
Request a referral
from your psychologist, psychiatrist or primary care physician. If you need help to request or to complete the referral, you can reach out to us.
Step 2
Complete a virtual screening and education session with a nurse
Our care team will contact you to book the appointment at your convenience.
Step 3
Meet with a Santé Cannabis doctor
To assess your eligibility for psychedelic-assisted therapy, complete the prescription and the required applications, if applicable.
Step 4
Start your journey
Upon approval, you’ll review an informed consent form and work with us to create your personal psychedelic-assisted therapy protocol.
Eligibility for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
LEGALITIES OF PSYCHEDELIC-ASSISTED THERAPY
Santé Cannabis’ psychedelic-assisted therapy program is supported with evidence-based research and adheres to all regulatory frameworks.
At this time, psychedelic-assisted therapy remains an unapproved treatment by Health Canada. However, qualified practitioners are authorized to request access for this treatment.
CONFIRMATION OF ELIGIBILITY
Our services provide evaluation, assessment of eligibility and education to ensure patients can make an informed decision to undergo psychedelic-assisted therapy.
Access and Coverage
As Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy remains an unapproved medical treatment, the service is generally uninsured at clinics across Canada. Our service prioritizes efficient, cost-effective care while ensuring patient safety and personalized support. To learn about our fees, reach out to our team.
While some services within Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy are covered by insurance providers, others are not. Insurance coverage is increasing, and our Santé Cannabis team supports patients to advocate for coverage with their insurance providers.
Our Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Service
- Virtual Preparation Sessions
- Onsite Psychedelic Experience
- Virtual Integration Sessions
- Safety monitoring and ongoing support
