PSILOCYBIN
Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain strains of mushrooms that invokes altered states of consciousness and expands pathways in your brain.
Psilocybin metabolizes into psilocin, which then interacts with serotonin receptors in the brain, particularly the 5-HT2A receptor, leading to alterations in perception, mood, and cognition. These effects can include visual and auditory hallucinations, changes in thought patterns, altered sense of time, and feelings of euphoria or spiritual insight.
BENEFITS
Psilocybin has shown potential therapeutic benefits for treating various mental health conditions:
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Depression: Multiple clinical trials have found that psilocybin-assisted therapy can significantly reduce symptoms of treatment-resistant depression.
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Anxiety and depression in cancer patients: Studies have found psilocybin can ease fear, anxiety and depression in people with terminal cancer.
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Psilocybin therapy has demonstrated potential benefits for treating OCD.
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Addiction: Psilocybin has shown promise in helping people quit smoking and manage alcohol and substance use disorders.
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Other conditions: Psilocybin is also being investigated for potential benefits in treating Alzheimer's disease, eating disorders, and cluster headaches.
The key advantages of psilocybin-assisted therapy seem to be its rapid and long-lasting effects, as well as its ability to increase neuroplasticity, allowing the brain to form new connections and break out of negative thought patterns.
PSILOCYBIN THERAPY
Unstuck provides individualized, compassionate psilocybin services by facilitators highly experienced in person-centered care. We create a setting that nurtures the soul by emphasizing comfort and minimizing external sensory stimulation for the most profound and therapeutically beneficial inner-journey.
MICRODOSING
Several studies found that microdosing psilocybin led to improvements in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress while participants reported benefits such as improved mood and enhanced focus. Sessions are 30 minutes to 2 hrs depending upon dose.
INDIVIDUALS
Individual sessions allow you to work with your personal facilitator to guide your journey towards aspects that are important to you. Typical doses are 25 mg to 50 mg and can last from 4 hrs to 6+ hrs.
GROUPS
Sessions are from 2 - 4 participants, and can be a great option for couples or other connected groups. Group journeys open participants to empathetic connection and a shared human experience.
LOCATED IN CORVALLIS, OR
Unstuck is located in peaceful Corvallis, Oregon, only 45 minutes from the Eugene Airport, and 40 minutes from the Salem Airport. Corvallis is a nice break from some of the state’s larger cities like Portland or Eugene, offering serenity, beauty, and a unique charm that make it an amazing destination to visit. Corvallis is the home of Oregon State University which adds a vibrant element to the local culture. When considering your psilocybin journey, staying in an atmosphere that supports relaxing and opening inward is of vital importance.
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