PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATION
Fulfill Colorado’s 40-Hour Consultation Requirement
Virtual Consultation for Psilocybin Facilitators
Start Date: May 5th | Group Sessions Weekly: 5–7 PM MT
Program Overview
Colorado requires 40 hours of professional consultation after your didactic training and practicum to obtain full licensure as a psilocybin facilitator. Changa Institute provides expert-led consultation to ensure you meet state standards while refining your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Key Features
State Compliance
Documentation provided for all hours completed, directly aligning with Colorado’s licensure requirements.
Flexible Formats
Choose between group sessions (10 trainees max) or individual hourly consultations to fit your schedule and learning style.
Expert-Led Guidance
Learn from licensed facilitators with 10+ years of experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy, ethics, and trauma-informed care.
Core Competencies Covered
Structured evaluation and discussion on:
Non-directive approach & relational boundaries
Cultural competence & equity in practice
Managing non-ordinary states of consciousness
Ethical decision-making & self-care strategies
Use of touch & somatic techniques
Program Details
Duration: 20 weeks (40 hours) Online: 05/05/25 - 10/13/25 Day: Mondays 5-7pm MT
Price: $1,600
What You'll Experience
Personalized case study review & peer learning
Pre-session preparation protocols
Active facilitation techniques
Post-session integration methods
Self-reflection tools for practitioners
Professional ethics in practice
Consultation Structure
Group Sessions
Date: 05/05/2025-10/13/2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM MT
Duration: Mondays, weekly, 20 weeks
Format: Virtual, interactive case reviews and peer discussions
Cost: $1,600
Individual Sessions
Flexible Scheduling: Book 1:1 sessions at your convenience
Focus Areas: Personalized feedback on your cases and challenges
Cost: Starting at $110
Accreditation
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC), and the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), have approved and certified the Changa Institute’s program
Meet Your Facilitators
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Lead Instructor
Samantha is a spiritual care practitioner trained in spiritual healing and interfaith chaplaincy.
She has worked at the NYU Center for Psychedelic Medicine on clinical trials exploring the treatment potential of psychedelic medicines. Her focus has been on trials of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for the treatment of alcohol dependence and upcoming research on psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for the treatment of existential distress in individuals with a cancer diagnosis. She offers spiritual healing and meditation through Atman Spiritual Healing, working with individuals who require healing preparation and integration support.
Samantha has completed graduate training from Columbia University in Spiritual Psychology, along with Interfaith Chaplaincy training from the Graduate Theological Union at Berkeley. Her contemplative training includes Vedanta yogic meditation lineage, Indo-Tibetan Dzogchen meditation, and both spiritual healing and constellation therapy. She is interested in integrating spiritual care and traditional healing practices into the facilitation process for psychedelic medicine work.
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Lead Instructor and Licensed Facilitator
Matthew is a licensed psilocybin facilitator actively supporting clients since co-facilitating the second session under Measure 109.
Matthew is an alum of the Changa Institute's first cohort and holds a Post-Graduate diploma in Teaching and Learning from the University of Canterbury College of Education, along with a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology from the Evergreen State College. As a facilitator, he actively engages in ongoing professional development, recently completing an End-of-Life Doula certification from the End-of-Life Psychedelic Care training program. Matthew values the sharing of experiences through leading practicums and classes for facilitator training programs, participating in panel discussions at symposiums, being an active member of several facilitator support networks, and preparing and supporting clients through every stage of their personal journey with psilocybin.
With six years of experience as a youth crisis interventionist and program supervisor for at-risk young adults, he possesses a robust background in employing a trauma-informed approach to assist others through challenging situations and personal development. As a trained educator and experienced teacher, Matthew ensures his clients are well-prepared for their psilocybin journey, and he extends this commitment to the training of future facilitators. His decade-long dedication to endangered species recovery projects allowed him to work hands-on with a variety of wildlife honing his skills in relating to various forms of consciousness and nonverbal communication. Matthew's passion for entheogens has been cultivated over the course of 25 years and he is deeply grateful for the opportunity to utilize his range of skills and experiences in support of his community in the purposeful use of psilocybin and in training future facilitators.
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Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator
Missy is an alumnus of the Changa Institute. She was thrust into meditation in 2009 when chronic pain gifted her the opportunity to look more deeply at life in an existential way. What felt like a betrayal of the body ultimately led to the discovery that our bodies are not in the way, they are the way. With a particular interest in rebalancing the feminine and masculine energies, her work draws on ancient wisdom traditions, consciousness, movement, sound and other embodiment practices. She believes this path can be gentle and that play is essential.
Missy is a mindfulness teacher and completed training with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Drawing on these tools of insight and compassion, Missy’s greatest message is that there is nothing to fix. When we return to our inherent wholeness we are free to change, connected to the wisdom of the body and the strength of the heart.
What students have to say about our program
“I had a challenging case that left me uncertain about my approach. In my one-on-one session with Samantha, her insightful guidance and compassionate support helped me reframe the situation and gain clarity. Her expert feedback gave me the confidence and tools to navigate the case effectively.”
Greg T. Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator
“The trainers at Changa Institute are what reaffirm my confidence in being in the right place. Their deep reverence and commitment to this work are evident. As a licensed professional counselor, I recognize the importance of safety and ethical integrity in training environments. Changa delivered a level of psychological safety and professionalism I had not encountered in other programs I had trained with or researched. The trainers' expertise, presence, and intentionality create this secure and supportive learning space.”
Lana Hurst, LPC Specialist in Psychedelic Integration
“My experience with Changa has been outstanding. The instructors are leaders in the field of psychedelic therapy, many of whom are actively engaged in clinical research and frequently published in scientific literature. Their expertise and contributions to the field make this program truly exceptional.”
Laura Johnson, LCSW Psilocybin Facilitator
FAQs
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Group sessions are limited to 10 trainees to ensure personalized attention and meaningful discourse.
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Each weekly session is 2 hours (20 sessions total). -
Our group consultation package includes 20 sessions. We understand that life happens, so if you need to miss a session, we offer one makeup session at no additional cost. For any additional missed sessions, supplemental hours can be purchased at individual or group rates.
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Yes! Combine formats to meet the 40-hour requirement. Additional charges might apply.
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Secure Zoom meetings with encrypted breakout rooms for case discussions.
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While tailored to Colorado’s rules, practitioners nationwide may enroll for skill development.
Need Guidance?
Contact our team: hello@changainstitute.com | +1 (970) 904-0071
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Colorado’s draft regulations indicate that 40 hours of consultation over a six month period will be a required component of training for psilocybin facilitators in the state of Colorado.
Changa Institute clinical supervision is specifically designed for individuals who fall into the following categories:
LPCCs seeking Colorado DORA-required supervision to fulfill licensure obligations.
Those in search of PDA hours to meet the LPC licensure renewal requirements.
*Professional Development Activity (PDA) hours are mandatory during the 2-year renewal cycle for LPCs in the state ofColorado.
Clinical supervision is $110 for 30 minutes, $165 for 45 minutes, or $200 for 60 minutes.
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Changa Institute provides professional consultation services to ensure you or your team remain well-informed about the latest developments in psychedelic therapy and client care. These services are offered alongside their psychedelic therapy training program.
Professional consultation is available to both licensed clinical professionals and non-licensed practitioners seeking:
Guidance with adding psychedelic-assisted therapy to your existing practice.
Best practices for helping clients process and integrate their psychedelic experiences.
Case consultation around ethics or safety.
Psychedelic education and harm reduction.
Discussion around the philosophies, approaches, and skills of psychedelic-assisted therapies.
Setting up your psychedelic-assisted therapy or support services practice.
Changa provides both one-on-one and group professional consultations. The cost of an individual consultation is $110 for a duration of 30 minutes, $165 for a duration of 45 minutes, or $200 for a duration of 1 hour.
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For practitioners and individuals seeking to stay updated on the latest developments in the mental health sector, specifically about psychedelic therapy and client care, Changa Institute offers coaching that can help you:
Set up an independent practice.
Grow your practice.
Practice your psychedelic work with authenticity and integrity.
Discover and develop your work style and inner talents.
Overcome the imposter syndrome.
Use entheogens and psychedelics for your own personal growth and healing, including integration into your business and career.
Individual coaching is $200 per hour. For group coaching, join our mailing list.
Changa provides both one-on-one and group professional consultations. The cost of an individual consultation is $110 for a duration of 30 minutes, $165 for a duration of 45 minutes, or $200 for a duration of 1 hour.
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Are you a new or experienced psilocybin facilitator? Are you looking for a casual and professional environment to connect with other providers who are doing the same? Do you have case consultation, best practice, or other questions you'd like to get input on? Join our Psilocybin Facilitator Virtual Consultation Group.
Our professional consultation group meets quarterly and all groups are drop-in style. Confirm your space each timeby registering here and paying a sliding scale drop-in rate (suggested $50-$75). A link to join the consultation group will be shared in the reminder email you receive on the day of the group.
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