Our Ethos

"Imagine a future where fully trained mental health professionals can access safe, legal, psychedelic tools that help their clients finally experience the breakthroughs they need with persistent challenges such as addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, and the debilitating effects these conditions have on their lives. The Synthesis Institute knows how to use consciousness-expanding drugs in a safe, therapeutic environment and it is our mission to disseminate this knowledge as far and as wide as we can, for the healing of our psyches, the wholeness of our communities, and the restoration of our planet."

“Scientific investigation into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics and training for practitioners is vital for combating the mental health crisis. I'm excited to continue working alongside Synthesis to provide high-quality services and meaningful scientific research for the psychedelic community.”

“Although many people think of psychedelics as dangerous drugs, it’s time for a rethink. When used carefully in clinical research settings, psychedelics have been reported to have a profoundly beneficial effect on many people’s lives. They are non-toxic, non-addictive, have very few side effects, and could potentially offer relief for people suffering from a range of psychological difficulties. As a scientific researcher working on the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, I stand by Synthesis’ ethos to make psychedelics accessible to more people, implementing best practices for the community.”

“We are dedicated to building an integrated psychedelic-assisted model of care. In the past two years, we have turned away more than 1000 applicants due to mental health contraindications. Our new therapeutic programs mean that we can finally provide psychedelic-assisted treatment to those seeking a deeper level of care. It’s an honor to welcome Dr. Rosalind Watts to our team, whose work has architected the foundation for psilocybin treatment for depression, and whose expertise has the potential to transform thousands, if not millions, of lives.”