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On Touch:

Considerations for Altered States and Psychedelic Practice v1.0

You cannot touch …

… without being touched.

Dear Co-learning Community,

I’m thrilled to share the first draft of a project close to my heart: On Touch: Considerations for Altered States and Psychedelic Practice (v1.0). This living document offers practical insights into navigating boundaries, consent, and the complexities of touch within psychedelic spaces.

We believe this guide can make a meaningful impact, but your voice is essential to shaping its evolution. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a curious learner, or someone with lived experience, your perspectives will enrich the depth and relevance of this work.

How You Can Contribute:

  • Read through the document at your convenience.
  • Share Comments on areas you feel passionate about or where you see room for improvement.
  • Invite Others who may benefit from or contribute to this dialogue.
  • Your feedback will guide the next iteration, with plans to open it to broader community input by January 1, 2025.

Let’s co-create something transformative together!

Warmly,
Suz
Unwind Learning

P.S. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or need support accessing the document!

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Suz is the Managing Owner at Unwind Oakland, Unwind Learning, and Touch with Substance. Designed above-ground Ketamine-Assisted Massage Therapy and bodywork (KATM) in partnership with KAT and KAP providers as well as developed psychedelic/entheogenic preparation and integration bodywork methods. In 2023, published the first NCBTMB board approved continuing education course for massage therapists and bodyworkers on the topic of psychedelics and entheogens: Introduction to Psychedelic Conversations and the Massage Table. Completed core facilitator training at Sacred Garden in 2024. She is continuing with their Ordained Facilitator Training (in progress). Active participant in the process of crafting the details of California Senate Bill 1012. Suz stands for equitable access to services, a broad pool of facilitators, and the protection of sincere religious practice including indigenous autonomy. Teaches workshops such as Ethical Safety and Support Touch for Guides, Traditional Healers, Psychotherapists, and Witnesses in multiple languages and in cross-cultural groups. Working with Ethical Psychedelic International Community (EPIC) to seed public guidelines and resources on psychedelics and touch. Producing the upcoming Touch with Substance Conference (2024). When she’s not at the office, she’s enjoying time with her dog and exploring Oakland where she’s lived since 2003.

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