Supportive Touch in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Best Practices and Ethical Guidelines

February's TRIPS seminar, led by Jenna LeJeune, PhD, and Kyong Yi, LCSW, focuses on the newly developed ethical and professional guidelines for the use of supportive touch in psychedelic-assisted therapy. As the field of facilitated psychedelic work continues to evolve, clear standards for safe and appropriate touch have become increasingly essential.

The presenters will review emerging recommendations on when and how touch may be incorporated in psychedelic contexts, including suggested protocols and best practices. They will also cover how to engage clients in transparent, values-based conversations about touch, as well as the significant ethical considerations that arise when people are in non-ordinary states of consciousness.

This session is designed for therapists, facilitators, and trainees who want to stay aligned with best practices and develop a grounded, ethically informed approach to the use of touch in psychedelic care.