What is considered a justified fee for a psilocybin facilitator to charge?

​Determining a justified fee for a psilocybin facilitator involves several factors, including the facilitator's qualifications, experience, the context in which the service is offered, location, and the duration and type of the session. Here are some considerations:​

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FACTORS INFLUENCING FEES

1. Qualifications and Training: Facilitators with extensive training in psychology, counseling, primary care, or specifically in psychedelic-assisted therapies may charge higher fees due to their expertise and ability to provide a safer and more informed experience. As an example, a Family Nurse Practitioner adds significant value to their qualifications, as they work on a daily basis with primary care with individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and trauma, and somatic-based therapies to assist in recovery. Specific training in trauma reflects a deeper level of training which ought to be reflected on a higher pay scale.

 

2. Experience Level: More experienced facilitators who have successfully guided numerous sessions may command higher fees based on their track record and reputation. The psilocybin centers have only been open and functioning since March 2023.

 

3. Type of Service: Fees might vary based on whether the facilitator is providing individual sessions, group sessions, integration therapy, or comprehensive packages that include preparation, the session itself, and post-session integration.

 

4. Session Duration: The length of the session can also affect the cost. A longer session that includes preparation and integration time may warrant a higher fee. However, unless there is micro-dosing where only 1 hour might be needed for a room, the room fee generally remains the same- a flat rate.

 

5. Fees can vary significantly based on the region or city: Urban areas with a higher cost of living may have higher fees compared to rural areas.

 

6. Overhead Costs: Facilitators operating in clinical settings or wellness centers have additional overhead costs that can influence their fees. Here is a breakdown: 

 

$2,000 -Yearly state facilitator fee

$250 per month - Satya Psilocybin Center website fee for facilitators

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All psilocybin facilitators are considered independent businesses in Oregon. This results in business expenses that are included in my facilitator fee such as the development and maintenance of my own website (where you can find a treasure trove of information about psilocybin and psilocybin journeys as well as past and current research ). There are also fees for Zoom (for interviews and client communication) and YouTube (for uninterrupted music), as well as a worker's permit needed in addition to the Facilitator license.

 

Preparatory work generally takes 6 hours ( I as a facilitator am very thorough}, the journey takes 6 hours, and integration is generally 4 hours (longer if desired). 

 

The general monthly overhead of a psilocybin facilitator is approximately ~ $500 

Training costs are ~ $10,000. 

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7. Summation of Becca's Fees:

Facilitator fee - $1,500

Psilocybin Center Room Fee - $700 (Includes Psilocybin Cost - $50)

Total Fee for Facilitated Journey by Becca Parker - $2,200.00

 

A sliding scale is available for financial needs. Please get in touch with me to apply. 

503-819-3712 or email beccasuzanne2020@gmail.com

Please contact me with questions about fees or anything else please call or email. 

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