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The D.C. Friends of Psychedelic Science supports the professionals working in the field of psychedelic-assisted healing.

Together we stand on the brink of a revolution in mental health care, one in which psychedelic-assisted healing can allow individuals to safely address wounds at the core of their being that might otherwise be a source of suffering not only for themselves, but for society as a whole.

Though the obstacles to this vision are now few, they do still exist. One such obstacle lies in the fact that professionals practicing the underground form of this therapeutic modality often practice in isolation with little support resources. Without access to peer support networks and dialogue regarding best practices, mistakes can be made that might harm individuals and further the damaging cultural narratives associated with these substances.

The exceptionally positive results achieved during the initial wave of research into psychedelic-assisted healing in the West in the 1960s can be attributed in part to the well-defined and mutually supportive professional communities that conducted the research.

Currently the legal status of psychedelic medicine does not allow for the reproduction of such research centers at the pace and scale sufficient enough to meet the demand for this therapeutic modality that is growing rapidly in the mainstream culture.

Thus in 2019 The D.C. Friends of Psychedelic Science was created to support the professionals working in this field so that they are not functioning in isolation, but feel part of a well-resourced community, feel supported personally and professionally, and can rely upon collegial support when questions arise.

Since that time we have been organizing peer support groups and adjacent services, such that professional practitioners find the support they need, and clients seeking psychedelic-assisted healing are met by a thriving, soundly-woven professional ecosystem.

We invite you to join us in nurturing a true care network centered on clients' healing and happiness. With your donation we can continue to nurture this mental health care revolution, and expand our offerings so that more professionals in this field might feel supported, and their clients might thrive.

Quotes from practitioners:

"DC friends has offered so many of us at the psychedelic frontier a place to feel warmly embraced, to share and learn cutting edge knowledge, and to be recognized as members of a living community of expanding consciousness. The support on countless levels has inspired me to continue this sacred work."

"For the past 5 years, DC Friends has created an intentional space for practitioners to learn and build community. Whether through educational presentations, consultation groups or the sharing of resources, DC Friends has nourished me personally and professionally. As psychedelics become more widely available, organizations like DC Friends are foundational to the integrity of this evolving field."

"As an emerging guide, DC Friends has offered me a place of solid and grounded mentorship. The depth of experience and training within the group, the generous sharing of profound wisdom by a diverse group of mature professionals nurtures the emergence of new practitioners who are well prepared to serve the community."

"DC Friends of Psychedelic Science has offered me a place to share experiences in the sacred healing arts of plant medicine, both as a facilitator/guide and journeyer. The diverse therapeutic and spiritual backgrounds of DC Friends offered different opinions on issues of safety and a variety of tools for support and integration. I am grateful to be part of this community and this burgeoning field that is revolutionizing healing on all levels."

"DC Friends of Psychedelic Science is my Sangha, a mycelial network of amazing humans who are all working together with the intention to be the bridge to healing and expanding consciousness. As a journeyer and facilitator, I am grateful to be woven into the fabric of a diverse network to share wisdom and receive support as we navigate the wilderness of healing with psychedelics. Being able to receive perspectives from the unique individuals of this group has helped me expand my knowledge to better serve myself and my clients."

"I am a psychedelic practitioner and this group gives me access to colleagues, friends, sources of support, referrals, wise counsel in this challenging work, community, and let me say it again, beloved friends. It is the community and the support that we all need to do this powerful life-changing work. I am hugely grateful."

Quotes from clients of practitioners:

"As the wave of psychedelic healing and therapy begins to crest in this country, it's more important than ever to have well-trained, well-informed practitioners as guides. As a client, I want DC Friends to be well funded so that I know my practitioner has all the resources available. "

The D.C. Friends of Psychedelic Science operates a charitable project fiscally sponsored by Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, Inc. (MAPS), a Section 501(c)(3) public charity (federal tax ID: 59-2751953). In accordance with federal tax requirements, MAPS exercises discretion and control over all project funds. Please make your donations for the purposes of this project directly to MAPS. (Donating via every.org qualifies as a donation directly to MAPS)



MAPS works towards a post-prohibition world by advancing research, changing policies, and shaping culture. 

Since our founding in 1986, the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) has been the leading organization building the movement to foster evidence-based approaches to psychedelics and the people who use them. When used safely and responsibly, psychedelics have the potential to promote personal growth and well-being and treat various mental health conditions. Three pillars guide our efforts: advancing research, changing policies, and shaping culture. 

[Advancing Research](https://maps.org/advancing-research/)

MAPS spent decades developing MDMA-assisted therapy for the clinical utilization of psychedelic-assisted therapies. With the road paved for the next generation of research and drug development, MAPS now stewards the research landscape we helped cultivate.

We are dedicated to fostering new research directions that prioritize public benefit, supporting international researchers and pilot programs, and ensuring the accessibility and culturally appropriate integration of psychedelics as a tool for individual and community wellness. We center research that contributes to knowledge in the public domain.

[Changing Policy](https://maps.org/changing-policy/)

The cultivation, use, and trade of psychoactive substances — including psychedelics — has been a consistent aspect of human history, but prohibition, criminalization, and militarization — and their inherent oppression — have led to drastic consequences. The ongoing, global War on Drugs has been justified by bad science, racism, and fear for too long: it has led to mass incarceration; erosion of civil liberties; ecological damage; economic waste; and the public health polycrisis of adulteration, poisoning, and overdose. Many of these harmful effects have disproportionately impacted the most historically exploited and oppressed communities. Consequently, we believe societies worldwide have an obligation to account for and repair those harms, to the extent possible. 

MAPS envisions a post-prohibition future based on Consciousness, not Criminalization.

[Shaping Culture](https://maps.org/shaping-culture/)

For psychedelics to be most safely integrated into society, we need to be honest about the implications. MAPS recognizes the importance of a comprehensive understanding of their risks and potential benefits, teaching people how to navigate altered states of consciousness and how policies impact individuals and communities. 

We create cutting-edge education for professionals and the public, provide expert support for the psychedelic and drug policy movement, and convene people who share our vision—all to lay the groundwork and create the guardrails necessary for responsible social transformation. 

As psychedelics become more mainstream and an increasing number of people seek to use them for healing and personal growth, we are more dedicated than ever to making resources available for people and communities to safely and responsibly integrate psychedelics into medical, legal, and spiritual contexts.

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