Very interesting. Thanks for your thoughtful reply!

Working with an IFS therapist has completely changed my life in a relatively short period of time by my standards (~2 years). I was unemployed, clinically depressed, with severe anxiety for a long time. Now I'm usually connected to my wise self and have the energy and perspective to pursue goals that are meaningful to me. I'm getting my MSW right now and being exposed to a variety of modalities and theories of practice. I wanted to know your perspective on the limited, appropriate use of psychedelics in parts work.

During my process of awakening to my inner selves I had a shamanic, transformational experience with psilocybin. I hadn't used it in many, many years, but after doing IFS therapy it opened a direct path to my inner selves that led to a period of intense personal writing and growth. I don't think the experience would have been transformative without: 1) IFS therapy that set the stage for understanding, 2) An experienced guide to help me during the experience and afterword, 3) An established and effective psychiatric medication regime.

I'm concerned that psychedelic approaches are currently being used too widely, inappropriately, and without proper support; I worry abuse of these tools may keep people from being able to access them.

What are your opinions or experience with IFS and psychedelics?