Psychedelic preparation and integration

My approach

As the psychedelic movement expands and with more and more research to serve changes in public opinion, more people are seeking out psychedelics as modalities for healing and self-exploration. Whether in the context of psychedelic-assisted therapy, plant medicine ceremonies, or recreational use, the modern concept of psychedelic discourse is being shaped as well.

I see psychedelics as catalysts of an authentic expression of the psyche revealing its functioning on levels not ordinarily available; psychedelic experience opens the mind, and frees the nervous system of its ordinary patterns and structures. Such spiritual and transcendent experience can positively transform our understanding about our selves and the way we perceive our life.

My facilitation and guiding foundations are built on ethical considerations, trusting the process and trusting the inner healing intelligence of a person. It means that psychedelics enable a person to embark on the inner journey and it is the journeyer who explores the experience and has all the powers of healing and transforming the self, not the guide. My role is to provide necessary tools for safety, preparation and management of the experience before the psychedelic session. I also provide counselling about insights and how they might be integrated in daily life after the experience. Trust, safety, and compassion are essential pillars in my work. Compassion and nurturing the self-compassion are the pre-requisites for change and transformation.

In my psychedelic framework, preparation and integration go beyond focusing on psychedelic experience itself; it involves exploring the root causes and conditions that led you to embark on this journey. We explore the law of cause and effect, focus on integration of separated parts of inner self, and aim to build the capacity to shift from reacting to responding.

Feelings after psychedelic experiences may include a heightened sense of self, vulnerability, enhanced sensory perception. Embracing openness and vulnerability, even if it's challenging, is a valuable gift. The key to a successful psychedelic integration process lies in the foundation of safety, compassion, and trust. Minimizing risks and maximizing positive outcomes requires active participation in both integration and mindful preparation.

There are many options for psychedelic experiences, in retreats or in private session, in underground spaces or in places where shamanic practices are part of the culture. These are often not certified and the organisers of psychedelic sessions are not accountable for possible risks or harms. So, it is always skilful to seek professional guidance, if you (or someone you care for) are planning for a psychedelic experience.

I feel most confident working with psilocybin. My guiding services are offered from my heart with the intention to educating you about psychedelics and to share my extensive knowledge and experience. This is not the source of living for me, I offer my services during my free time. I work online and in-person in Lithuania and in Sweden, in Lithuanian and in English languages.

GATE

Explorative call

During this call we check if we will proceed and my approach matches your expectations.

AWARENESS

Preparation

The preparation sessions are aimed at reducing harm and maximising the benefits.

During the preparation we will focus the session on:

discussing intention setting
discussing the importance of safety and security,
practicing how to be with your experience, i.e. practicing the concept of non-dual awareness (somatic and psychic experiences) and learning how to be with the experience psychically and somatically
learn how to express your experience, as you begin to tune inwards and with your body
learn how to resource yourself for grounding your experience, use the pause and ground any unsettled energy
practicing noticing and observing the changes and areas that need attention
raising awareness about informed consent and boundary setting

Among the possible risks we can discuss in preparation sessions:

Difficult or challenging experiences that can be scary or disorienting
Uncertainty of safety and purity of drugs
Potential interactions with current medications
Sudden changes in perspective
Difficulty explaining experiences to family and friends
Disruptions in relationships
Difficulty returning to daily life
Increased awareness of self or others that is difficult to integrate
Possible risk for triggering psychosis or schizophrenia

WHOLENESS

Integration

Psychedelic integration means working with the psychedelic experience as a valid and useful experience that can help a person grow and heal. Integration is a process of making sense, embodying and putting into action the wisdom and insights gained after psychedelic experience into the wholeness of the self. Sometimes integration may include processing unresolved trauma, grief and receiving support within community for potential difficulties that may arise after a psychedelic experience.

Integration is a process that can involve days, weeks, months, or years.

Successful integration occurs when a person puts in the time and effort to engage in activities for personal growth related to their psychedelic experiences, and then sees benefits. These might include:

an ability to process difficult experiences and adverse reactions
reduced anxiety or depression,
deeper connection with Self,
increased engagement with meaning and purpose.

Skipping the integration phase or not paying enough attention to it can pose certain risks that may become serious obstacles for personal and spiritual growth. These negative effects might include:

not taking full advantage of the experience
spiritual bypassing
ego inflation
using psychedelics as a “shortcut” to personal growth
attachment and addiction to experiences.

I am an advocate of active engagement in making changes after the psychedelic experience and not just focusing on the excitement and intensity of psychedelic journeys. Benefits from psychedelic experiences sometimes don’t occur until the integration phase.

COMMITMENT

The package

I offer the full use of my psychedelic preparation and integration services if you commit to more than 8 hours of guided sessions.