Biology Before Psychology
OmTerra offers compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated support for those seeking long-term recovery from trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. We utilize a distinctive form of psychedelic somatic therapy. Prioritizing the biological facets of trauma, we delve into its psychological dimensions. This approach incorporates Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP) and "parts work" inspired by the Internal Family Systems therapy model. Our unique methodology capitalizes on the natural healing capabilities of the autonomic nervous system, integrating legally available psychedelic medicines—provided by the patient—to enable trauma processing and release.
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At OmTerra, our holistic approach emphasizes the intricate link between the body, mind, and spirit. We understand that the body often harbors trauma, anxiety, and depression, making it a vital starting point in the healing journey. When addressing trauma or PTSD, it's crucial to begin with the body before progressing to deeper, transpersonal, or transcendent facets.
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Working in tandem with the mind, we aid individuals in unraveling entrenched thought patterns—developed as defenses against trauma. And when one is ready, we facilitate profound spiritual experiences, fostering further personal growth and introspection.
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OmTerra champions a holistic method, harmonizing body, mind, and spirit to guide individuals along their path to healing. Combining our unique psychedelic somatic therapy, parts work, and a profound appreciation for each individual's journey, we aim to offer a sanctuary for profound healing and transformation.
About
Steve Elfrink
Steve, OmTerra Founder and Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Therapist, is also the Co-Founder of the Psychedelic Somatic Institute (PSI), a psychedelic somatic therapist training organization and OmTerra, a PSIP/IFS focused therapy organization. He was a participant in the 2015, Phase 1 FDA Pharmacokinetic Study of Psilocybin at UW-Madison that also studied the effects of high-dose psilocybin for adverse reactions. Steven had a first-hand experience of the benefits and shortcomings of the current non-directive model used in psychedelic therapy worldwide. This led him to creating OmTerra and PSI to expand the potential of psychedelic medicines utilizing a somatic focus. Steve has been a pioneer in bringing more awareness to the world of the powerful transformative effects of psychedelics and the more harrowing and less discussed challenges that come with psychedelic therapy.​​ Steve is also someone who has his own history of early childhood trauma and working through it utilizing psychedelic medicines.
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A body focused approach for dealing with anxiety, depression and PTSD. OmTerra utilizes cannabis and ketamine when working in this model.
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We are close to offering psilocybin sessions. Steve is waiting for his license from OHA and will be providing psilocybin sessions in October 2023.