How to Apply

To access Understory Wellness Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Programming, participants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Have a mental health diagnosis, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, PTSD, or adjustment disorders.

• Allocate the necessary time, energy, and capacity to actively participate.

• Have access to a reliable computer and internet connection to participate in virtual meetings.

• Have the ability to travel to Nelson or in-person medicine days.

• Reside in Canada.

• Be aged 19 or older.

• Be proficient in English.

To be able to provide the highest quality of care, there are some circumstances where participation in Understory programing is not possible. They include:

• Allergy to medicines utilized.

• A documented history of misuse of medicines provided as part of care.

• Previous occurrence of stroke or brain aneurysm.

• Uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure).

• Unregulated thyroid disorder.

• A history of mania or bipolar 1 disorder.

• Diagnosis of a psychotic disorder.

• Current pregnancy status.

• Dependence on a CPAP machine for sleep apnea.

We offer a 15-minute no-commitment consultation or info call to answer your questions and help you evaluate which of Understory’s programs is right for you. If Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy is new to you, we recommend this as a first step before applying.

To book a call, use the button below.

To enrol in our Individual Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Programs, we suggest you complete our referral form. Providing Understory with your referral form before your intake appointment (see below) is preferred, as it integrates your longitudinal care provider and can eliminate any delays in your enrolment. However, a referral form is not required to access our programs.

The referral form must be completed by a Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, or Psychiatrist and returned via fax to the Understory Team. You can either print the referral form and bring it to an appointment with your healthcare provider or email the form to their office so that they can complete the form virtually.

If you have any questions, need assistance before filling out the Referral Form, or need help connecting with a Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, or Psychiatrist, please book a 15-minute consultation.

Download the Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Practitioner Referral Form using the button below.

To enrol in our Collaborative Psychedelic Therapy Program, you and your therapist of choice must review and sign our collaboration agreement. This agreement includes a release of information that allows your therapist and Understory Wellness to share your health records and session notes to confirm your eligibility and ensure integrated and informed care practices.

Please contact us at info@understorywellness.com to request a collaboration agreement.

Once you have returned your completed Referral Form or confirmed your intention to enrol in the program by contacting us, a member of the Understory Team will reach out to you to book a 1-hour call with one of our Intake Nurses.

If you have any questions about our programs or need assistance before filling out the referral form or collaboration action agreement, please use the button below to book a 15-minute info call.