Supporting safe, compassionate, and professional practices in the psychedelic field
Meet Shari & Rich, your psychedelic educators & consultants
Neuma is a professional team dedicated to providing helpful information and guidance to psychedelic service providers, journeyers, industry associations, and regulators worldwide.
With over 40 years of combined experience in mental health and psychedelic services, Shari and Rich bring a unique blend of clinical expertise, entrepreneurial insight, and lived wisdom.
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Our Offerings
We provide education and consulting services. Whether you are an organization, practitioner, or curious individual, our services are designed to help you prepare, respond, and thrive in this emerging field.
Consulting for Psychedelic Service Providers
Professional guidance to help facilitators, clinics, and wellness teams deliver safe and ethical care.
Business strategy and regulatory alignment
Clinic and retreat design
Best practices for client safety and trauma-informed care
On-call mentorship and support for teams
Consulting for Individuals Considering Psychedelic Therapy
Personalized guidance for those exploring psychedelics for healing, growth, or curiosity.
Preparation and readiness planning
Safety screening and risk assessment
Referrals to safe, aligned facilitators and services
Ongoing integration support
Training & Education for All
Accessible programs and resources for anyone interested in psychedelic safety and literacy.
Psychedelic First Aid™ & Preparedness Training
Psychedelic First Aid™ Manual (standalone or included with the program)
Foundations Programs for understanding psychedelics
Tailored workshops and speaking engagements
Learn Psychedelic Safety Skills & Frameworks
Understand how to recognize risk, respond to psychological or physiological distress, and apply harm reduction principles with clarity and confidence. Designed for all community members and professionals, these offerings provide actionable frameworks to support safe, responsible psychedelic experiences.
Training Details
Join us for a transformative virtual training designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge for safe and responsible mind-altering experiences. The learning journey includes live content, reflection prompts, and practical frameworks. You’ll learn how to assess risk (before, during, and after the journey), manage challenging moments with calm presence, and offer both emotional and physical care.
Gain insight into substances, dosages, and safety considerations while developing the skills to guide others through uplifting, intense, or disorienting experiences.
Learn techniques for emotional regulation, de-escalation, and nourishment to help maintain safety and well-being.
Foster spaces grounded in openness, non-judgment, and respectful, bias-aware communication. Support others in making meaning of their experiences through honest connection, helping them feel seen, respected, and empowered to integrate what arises.
No previous experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Who Is This Training For?
This virtual training is suitable for healthcare providers, emergency responders, facilitators, and anyone interested in supporting safe and responsible mind-altering experiences.
**This in-depth manual is included with the First Aid Training. Purchasing the manual separately isn't necessary if you plan to take the training.
Inside the Manual
Think of this manual as a comprehensive textbook for safety, response, and harm reduction. This in-depth guide offers practical tools and foundational knowledge for anyone looking to support others through mind-altering experiences, before, during, and after. Whether you're a first responder, caregiver, festival volunteer, healthcare worker, or simply someone showing up for a loved one, this manual helps build your confidence and competence in navigating altered states. Although this manual is included with the full First Aid™ & Preparedness training, it also serves as a powerful standalone resource.
Equip yourself with the knowledge to promote safety and reduce harm in relevant settings.
Enhance your understanding of mind-altering experiences to support informed decision-making.
Again, please note that the First Aid Training includes this manual as part of the programming. If you’re planning to take the training, we recommend purchasing the full package here.
Join the Foundations for Psychedelic Exploration Waitlist
Foundations is a trauma-informed educational program designed to help participants build a grounded understanding of how psychedelics can support personal growth, self-discovery, and overall well-being.
Participants also receive access to the Psychedelic Field Guide, a practical resource to support preparation and integration.
Participants Learn:
What psychedelics are
Physiological and psychological effects of psychedelics on the body and mind
Maps and frameworks for navigating experiences
Self-compassion and nervous system regulation techniques
Harm reduction and responsible practice principles
Insight into legal and regulatory developments
Training in Neuma’s S.E.L.F Protocol
How to provide support within their community
What People Are Saying
“Most courses will teach you knowledge and skills. Neuma taught me a whole new way of being – a new way of relating to other people and to myself. I’m so grateful to have had this experience.”
“I learned actionable concepts presented in a way that encourages instant application. Rich created a welcoming environment and fostered a real sense of community. I would highly recommend Neuma to others! Overall, it was a great experience filled with very useful information, delivered excellently, that will help you transform not only to help others but also to improve yourself.”
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