Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy (CAPT)

Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy (CAPT) offers a gentle, intentional pathway for individuals seeking deeper self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healing. When approached with care, preparation, and professional support, cannabis may help open access to deeper layers of embodied experience, emotion, and insight. Sessions are offered within a structured, relational therapeutic container that prioritizes safety, consent, pacing, and integration.

The questions below are designed to support informed decision-making and help you understand how Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy works, how it differs from recreational use, and how insights gained during sessions can be meaningfully integrated into everyday life. If you feel curious about whether this approach may be supportive for you, we welcome you to explore further and reach out with any additional questions.

Please note: Cannabis- and psychedelic-assisted therapies may not be suitable for everyone. Participation is based on a careful screening process designed to prioritize safety and well-being. Scheduling a consultation does not guarantee access to services.

Cannabis- and psychedelic-assisted therapies are offered through a trauma-informed and relational approach. For some individuals, this work may bring previously held experiences or emotions into awareness, which can feel activating at times before integration occurs. Participation is based on readiness, stability, and adequate internal and external support to help navigate this process safely.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Cannabis-Assisted Therapy, sometimes referred to as Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy (CAPT), is an intentional, guided therapeutic experience that uses high-quality cannabis in a structured and supportive setting. Rather than being recreational, cannabis is used as a therapeutic medicine to support emotional healing, somatic awareness, and psychological insight.

  • Sessions are facilitated by a trained practitioner who supports clients in using cannabis intentionally within a therapeutic framework. The experience may include mindfulness practices, guided inquiry, music, and somatic awareness, helping clients access deeper emotional and embodied experiences in a safe and supported way.

  • When used intentionally and skillfully, cannabis can function as a psychedelic medicine. In a therapeutic context, it may support non-ordinary states of consciousness, enhanced body awareness, emotional processing, and deep introspection.

  • A session typically begins with preparation and intention-setting, followed by guided cannabis use—often via vaporization. Clients are supported throughout the experience with grounding, therapeutic guidance, and somatic awareness. Time for reflection and integration is usually included.

  • This approach may support healing related to trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and stress. Many clients also report increased self-awareness, clarity, creativity, and a deeper connection to their body and inner experience.

  • When facilitated responsibly and with appropriate screening, Cannabis-Assisted Therapy is generally considered safe. Harm-reduction practices, careful pacing, and professional support help reduce risk. This modality may not be appropriate for individuals with certain mental health conditions, such as active psychosis or unmanaged bipolar disorder.

  • This therapy may be appropriate for individuals seeking a gentle introduction to psychedelic-assisted work, those who have not found relief through traditional therapies, or people interested in personal growth, emotional healing, or deeper self-exploration.

  • Cannabis is federally legal in Canada. Cannabis-Assisted Therapy operates within the framework of local cannabis laws and regulations, and sessions may be offered in compliance with those regulations. We do not prescribe or sell cannabis. Clients are responsible for obtaining their own cannabis legally, and we may support clients in understanding what questions to ask at a licensed dispensary to help them choose an appropriate product for their therapeutic goals.

  • Unlike recreational use, Cannabis-Assisted Therapy is grounded in intention, structure, and professional guidance. The focus is on healing, insight, and integration rather than intoxication or escape.

  • Integration is the process of taking insights and experiences from a therapeutic session and meaningfully weaving them into everyday life. It helps ensure that insights lead to practical, lasting changes in self-awareness, behaviour, and emotional well-being.

    For more information about integration and supportive practices, please visit our
    ‍ ‍Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Integration page