Now Accepting Patients
Psilocybin Therapy
in Boulder, Colorado
A Different Path Forward
Delos Psychiatry is excited to offer our new state-licensed psilocybin therapy program in Colorado. Psilocybin is a naturally occurring compound found in certain mushrooms. Research suggests that psilocybin therapy may be helpful for some individuals with depression and anxiety and may also support some individuals in processing trauma and difficult life experiences.
Many individuals who explore psilocybin therapy have already tried multiple medications or therapies and continue to feel stuck. This approach may offer a different path forward.
Psilocybin therapy is a state-regulated natural medicine service in Colorado and is not currently approved by the FDA as it is still a level 1 controlled substance.
What Is
Psilocybin Therapy?
Natural
Medicine
Psilocybin is a naturally occurring compound found in certain species of mushrooms. It is administered in pill or dried fruit form at the beginning of the therapy session.
Research-Supported
Research suggests psilocybin therapy may be helpful for some individuals with depression, anxiety, and may support processing of trauma and difficult life experiences.
State-
Regulated
Psilocybin therapy is a state-regulated natural medicine service in Colorado. Delos Psychiatry is a state-licensed provider following all regulatory requirements.
What To
Expect
Some individuals report seeing colors or patterns, feeling more connected, having realizations, and increased processing of past experiences. People can also feel anxiety or sadness during the experience. Experiences can vary, but even challenging experiences can be meaningful and lead to lasting positive change.
Program Overview:
Your 4-Week Journey
treatment that includes several required steps.
Step 1:
Medical
Clearance
60-minute appointment with Dr. Ari Aal, DO, to ensure safety and suitability for the program.
Step 2:
Preparation
Sessions
Weeks 1–2
Two 60-minute preparation therapy sessions with your therapist.
Step 3:
Psilocybin
Session
Week 2, Friday
Approximately 6-hour guided psilocybin therapy session. You will take a psilocybin pill at the beginning of the session. If you do not feel effects within 90 minutes, you may have the option to take a second dose. Your therapist will be present with you throughout the entire session.
Step 4:
Integration
Sessions
Week 3-4
Two 60-minute integration therapy sessions following the experience with your therapist to process and build on your experience.
Your Care Team
and a licensed therapist who will guide you through every step of the program.
Guili Zavaschi is a Licensed Professional Counselor originally from Brazil. He completed his undergraduate studies in Clinical Psychology in South America and earned his Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology in the United States where he has been living since 2008.
Upon graduating, Guili worked as a bi-lingual Functional Family therapist serving high conflict families in a community mental health center Boulder County for four years before opening his private practice in 2015...
More about Guili
Dr. Tonya Mecca is a licensed Psychologist (PsyD) based in Arvada, CO (80004) who specializes in helping clients heal from negative thought patterns, trauma, disordered eating, and interpersonal challenges.
She focuses on addressing root causes and building new skills to foster personal healing,
More about Tonya
What to Expect
on Session Day
On the day of the psilocybin session, you will meet with your therapist at our Boulder office. Your therapist will be present with you throughout the entire experience.
You’ll arrive at our office on a Friday morning and settle into a comfortable, calming environment designed for your session.
You will take a psilocybin pill at the beginning of the session. If you do not feel effects within 90 minutes, you may have the option to take a second dose.
The session lasts approximately 6 hours. Experiences can include seeing colors or patterns, feeling more connected, having realizations, and processing past experiences. Your therapist remains with you throughout.
After the experience, you’ll have time to ground yourself before leaving. Integration sessions in the following weeks help you process and build on the experience.
Program Pricing
As this is considered a natural medicine service, it is not covered by insurance.
The total cost includes all required appointments in the program.
Complete 4-Week Program
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Medical Screening with Dr. Aal (60 min) $299
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2 Preparation Therapy Sessions (60 min each)
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Psilocybin Therapy Session (~6 hours)
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2 Integration Therapy Sessions (60 min each)
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Remaining Balance (due before first therapy session) $3,701
Eligibility & Safety
Information
You may not be eligible if:
- You are currently taking lithium, or have taken it within the past 30 days
- You are currently taking an MAOI, or have taken one within the past 30 days
- You are currently experiencing mania or psychosis, or have a history of psychosis, schizophrenia, or schizophreniform disorder, or an immediate family history of psychosis
- You are currently experiencing active suicidal thoughts
- You are experiencing any exacerbations of cardiac disease
- You have been diagnosed with Bipolar I disorder
- You have a diagnosis of delirium or dementia
- You have uncontrolled hypertension
- You are currently pregnant
Important Notes:
This program is not appropriate for individuals in acute crisis. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please seek immediate care or call 911.
Individual results vary, and no specific outcomes can be guaranteed. Psilocybin therapy is a state-regulated natural medicine service in Colorado and is not currently approved by the FDA. Both Dr. Aal and the therapist have discretion over whether psilocybin is appropriate for each patient and can decide not to go ahead with treatment if they think it may be psychologically harmful.
Limited Availability: We have limited openings over the next 6 weeks, and appointments will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the time and preparation required for these sessions, availability is limited.
A Denver native and psychiatrist with a passion for innovative treatments, he focuses on difficult-to-treat cases that haven’t responded to previous care.
Dr. Ari Aal, DO Medical ClearanceRecognizing each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and challenges, he tailors treatment plans to fit individual needs. He never gives up on his patients and remains dedicated to helping them feel better. More about Dr. Aal