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Integrating Psychedelic Assisted Therapy & ACT: From Tripping to Transformation with Temple Morris, LCSW-C and Miranda Morris, PhD

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Episode Summary: Host Shaina Siber, LCSW, explores the fascinating intersection of psychedelic-assisted therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Temple Morris, LCSW-C, and Miranda Morris, PhD. This episode delves into MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy, the science behind these emerging treatments, and how ACT principles can enhance psychedelic experiences for long-term healing.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The latest research on MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy for PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • How Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI) prepares clients for safe and effective experiences
  • The importance of “set and setting” in optimizing therapeutic outcomes
  • How ACT supports psychological flexibility and values-based action post-psychedelic experiences
  • Ethical considerations, contraindications, and best practices for clinicians

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About Our Guest:

  • Temple Morris, LCSW-C is a co-founder of True North Therapy & Training, a group dedicated to sharing contextual behavioral therapies with clients, practitioners, and the broader community. She specializes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI), providing training, clinical supervision, and consultation in both modalities. Temple is also a Consultant Therapist at Sunstone Therapies, where she delivers MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy to study participants with treatment-resistant PTSD and Major Depression. She co-founded Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Healing (PATH), a nonprofit working to make legal psychedelic therapy accessible and affordable, and serves as board president. Additionally, she is co-chair of the ACBS Psychedelic Special Interest Group, where she co-leads monthly ACT-informed PHRI peer consultation groups.
  • Miranda Morris, PhD is a psychologist in Bethesda, MD, a Peer-Reviewed ACT Trainer, and past President of the Association for Contextual Behavior Science (ACBS). She regularly conducts workshops on ACT, Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), and Relational Frame Theory (RFT). Miranda is also a co-founder of True North Therapy & Training, where she focuses on disseminating contextual behavioral therapies to practitioners and clients. She remains actively involved in the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of ACBS and its ACT Carolinas affiliate, contributing to training and peer consultation initiatives.

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Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the current research and clinical applications of MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy in treating treatment-resistant PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
  • Explain the role of Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI) in preparing, supporting, and integrating psychedelic experiences for therapeutic benefit.
  • Analyze how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can be incorporated into psychedelic-assisted therapy to support psychological flexibility, values-based action, and long-term healing.
  • Evaluate ethical considerations, contraindications, and best practices for psychedelic-assisted therapy, including patient selection, safety protocols, and the importance of set, setting, and integration.

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Who Should Listen:

  • Mental health professionals interested in psychedelic-assisted therapy
  • Clinicians looking to integrate ACT principles into psychedelic work
  • Therapists curious about Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI)
  • Anyone fascinated by the intersection of science, therapy, and altered states of consciousness

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Conflict of Interest Disclosure: The host, Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz, LCSW, is the Founder of Affirm Mental Health, an accredited CE provider. She receives financial compensation from Affirm Mental Health for the development and delivery of continuing education content. There are no other conflicts of interest to disclose.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for clinical training or treatment. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please reach out to a licensed professional.

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Resources and Links:

Temple & Miranda's Websites:

Psychedelics Information and Resources:

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