Psilocybin Therapy in Ontario

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is emerging as an effective treatment for conditions like depression, path therapy, and addiction, particularly when traditional treatments have failed. This new therapeutic approach is being fueled by a growing body of research that shows psilocybin—also known as magic mushrooms—can significantly reduce symptoms of these conditions and lead to meaningful positive change, even after the drug has worn off.

While psilocybin is still illegal in Canada, a growing number of healthcare professionals and therapists are advocating for changes to the law, hoping to enable patients to experience the healing effects of this natural compound. Two London, Ont.-area doctors and a group of patients are suing to rewrite the province’s laws to allow for medical psilocybin use.

For now, if you’re interested in trying out this new type of psychotherapy, the best way to access psilocybin is by participating in a clinical trial, or through Health Canada’s Special Access Program. These existing regulatory pathways offer certain safeguards, including access to a quality-controlled source of psilocybin and practitioner oversight.

Psilocybin Therapy BC: A Guide to Healing & Transformation

Currently, those approved to receive psilocybin through the Special Access Program include individuals diagnosed with End-of-Life Distress/Terminal Illness or Treatment-Resistant Depression and/or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder who have not responded to standard treatment. At TheraPsil, we’re working tirelessly to expand these eligibility criteria to support more Canadians in need of psilocybin. Until then, we encourage you to explore the many other options available for psychotherapy with the support of a trained therapist.