Psychedelic Facilitation: An Exploration of Therapeutic and Ceremonial Tradition

🪴 Psychedelic Facilitation:Exploring Therapeutic and Ceremonial Traditions 🪴

A dynamic conversation on therapeutic and ceremonial pathways in psychedelic healing

As the psychedelic renaissance expands, so does the need for informed, ethical, and heart-centered guidance. Whether you're considering your first journey or supporting others in theirs, understanding your options is essential.
This educational and community-centered event will explore two powerful and distinct modalities of psychedelic support: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (PAP) and Psychedelic Ceremonial Facilitation (PCF). While PAP emerges from Western clinical traditions, PCF is deeply rooted in ancestral, indigenous, and ritual-based wisdom. Together, these approaches offer a wide spectrum of healing possibilities.
Join us for an inspiring panel conversation featuring two experienced guides from each path:

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🧭 Featured Speakers:

🌱 Ehren Cruz — Psychedelic Ceremonial Facilitator & Master Ceremonialist
With over 17 years devoted to ceremonial arts, transformational event curation, and inner work, Ehren has guided more than 200 high-dose 1-on-1 journeys and led psychedelic retreats around the world. As Co-Founder of PSA, an ICF-accredited coach, and a certified harm reductionist, he weaves deep psychological safety, shadow integration, and spiritual initiation into every container. A father of three and lifelong student of the sacred, Ehren brings grounded wisdom, joy, and humility to his ceremonial approach.
🔗 www.thesparc.co

🌸 Star Rose Bond, LCSW — Psychedelic Psychotherapist & Trauma Educator
Star is a licensed psychotherapist, lead educator at the Pearl Psychedelic Institute, and a powerful voice for the decolonization of mental health. With advanced certifications in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (IPI) and MDMA Therapy (MAPS), Star specializes in trauma, PTSD, and addiction recovery. Her work bridges clinical depth with visionary insight, offering clients and students a deeply integrative path. Based in Asheville, NC, she operates a private practice and community-based healing initiatives.
🔗 www.pearlpsychedelicinstitute.org

🎤 Moderated by Sarah Salix Levine, Co-Founder of PSA and integrative facilitator

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We’ll explore questions like:

• Which path — clinical or ceremonial — is best for your healing intentions?
• What should you look for in a facilitator or therapist?
• How do set, setting, and preparation differ between traditions?
• What practices help deepen, integrate, and honor your experience?
• Where is the intersection of science and the sacred in psychedelic care?
• And how can we cultivate more collaboration across these healing paths?

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Whether you're new to psychedelics or walking this path professionally, this is a rare chance to hear from two seasoned guides and connect with a conscious community.

🕰️ Please arrive 10 minutes early for parking and seating
💗 PSA is an all-volunteer organization — donations are welcomed

Let’s gather in truth, curiosity, and care — in service to healing and wholeness.