Timothy Crespi & Simone Weit

This workshop will provide an overview of some of the fundamental skill sets for psychedelic peer support using methods grounded in the latest harm reduction practices and Zendo Projects 4 principles. Whether at a festival, in your own home, or out in the world, the skills taught are designed to be used with anyone having a challenging experience on a psychedelic or experiencing a non-ordinary state of consciousness. Whether you are an experienced veteran, or a novice, this workshop is open to anyone wanting to learn the most pertinent information to consider when around others who may be having a challenging experience in a non-ordinary state.

Timothy has been aspiring to work in the field of psychedelic care since he was 15 years old. In his 20’s he spent 8 years obtaining 3 degrees at Naropa University in Contemplative Psychology, Environmental Studies, and a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology. He has participated in several psychedelic ceremony communities over the past 24 years and has worked with people experiencing non-ordinary states of consciousness through volunteering with organizations such as Windhorse Community Services, The Mankind Project, and in his own Private Therapy Practice. Timothy has completed training in psychedelic assisted therapies through MAPS, Polaris, Synthesis, and Inner Trek and he worked as a Director, Faculty, and Lead Facilitator with Synthesis Retreat. Timothy has been a practicing counselor for 17 years. He currently offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in his private practice and for Pacific Premier Group, PC. He has been volunteering with The Zendo Project since 2015 and became a Zendo Project Supervisor in 2017.