Survivors of psychedelic harm deserve support
SHINE Collective is a not-for-profit organization that offers survivor-led peer support groups, public education programming, and ethics consultations for communities engaged in altered states of consciousness practices.
We need your help
We are providing no cost peer support and case consultation to survivors of psychedelic harm as they come forward. Please donate to help us to provide sustainable funding for our programming.
When harm happens …
9% - 12% of mental health professionals self-reported to have had sexual contact with a patient.
52% of participants in community survey have direct or indirect experience with sexual abuse from ayahuasca retreats
… survivors needs support
Explore Our Offerings
SHINE Support Groups
No Cost Monthly Peer-Led, Trauma-Informed Virtual Support Groups for Survivors, Friends & Family, & Practitioners
Community Consultation
SHINE’s PACE Group (Psychedelic Advisory Committee on Ethics) meets monthly to provide support and advisement
Education and Training
Peer group facilitation, Ethical Care, Practitioner Burnout Support, Mediation, Human Rights & Restorative Justice
About SHINE Collective
Who we are
We are researchers, ethicists, community advocates, practitioners, and survivors.
We are realists who believe in the immense potential healing of psychedelics and know that there is vital need to create support systems for those who are harmed.
We are a shining light into the shadows of psychedelic spaces.
What We Believe
We envision a world where people can access healing through non-ordinary states of consciousness (NOSC) with safety, dignity and respect, free from the threat of harm through coercion, manipulation or abuse.
For those who have experienced harm, we aim to provide a forum where survivors can come together and learn, share, and grow.
What We Provide
We provide support, resources, and education to survivors of abuse within psychedelic communities.
We provide education and consultation to individuals, communities and organizations around ethical care, restorative justice and human rights in non-ordinary states of consciousness (NOSC).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Psychedelic harm is a unique and complex type of trauma that occurs when someone is abused, assaulted, coerced or manipulated while in an altered state of consciousness, usually through the use of psychedelic substances. This can include emotional, sexual, physical, psychological and financial aspects of abuse and assault.
Additionally, psychedelic harm encompasses the very real community denialism, silencing of survivor voices, bullying and threats made against survivors of harm.
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No. SHINE does not offer psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. We are a non-profit organization that provides education, training, resources for survivors and peer-support groups.
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SHINE provides support for individuals who have been harmed, their families and community members. We also support practitioners and organizations who are looking for support around ethical care.
SHINE is committed to fostering inclusive environments that embrace and respect individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their various identities.
We believe in equality and strive to create a community container where everyone can thrive, contribute, and be valued for their unique perspectives and experiences.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion, recognizing that it is a catalyst for innovation, growth, and success.
We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other identity characteristic.
We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive community where every individual is celebrated, empowered, and given equal opportunity.
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We offer small, confvidential, trauma/survivor-informed, monthly virtual groups to a variety of specific groups including; sexual assault survivors, friends & family, and community survivors.
To protect survivors’ privacy concerns, all of our groups are closed to the public and require pre-screening and intake with the SHINE support staff.
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SHINE Collective is open to feedback from the community and we do regular evaluations of our staff and board to address any community concerns, facilitate mediation and engage in healthy discourse.
We are currently pursing systems for safe, anonymous feedback to further protect survivors.
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SHINE Collective is in its infancy stage and we are currently in the process of our 501(c)3 application with the IRS.
SHINE Collective is funded through the generous donations of our community members who are committed to providing support to those harmed by psychedelics. We are committed to transparency when it comes to foundational and grant funding. SHINE Collective maintains its independence and prioritizes the best interests of the communities we serve
