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The psychedelic renaissance is here. From groundbreaking clinical trials to evolving therapeutic treatments, psychedelics are transforming mental health care, offering new hope for conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. Fireside Project stands at the forefront of this movement, offering essential resources for those navigating the complex world of psychedelic experiences.
Fireside Project in the Media: Amplifying the Conversation
Fireside Project’s pioneering work has been featured in major news outlets, podcasts, and academic publications. By engaging in public discourse, we do our best to ensure an honest discussion about the potential benefits and therapeutic effects of psychedelics while advocating for harm reduction and informed use.
Featured Press
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Reducing the Harms of Nonclinical Psychedelics Use Through a Peer-Support Telephone Helpline
Psychedelic Medicine
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Meet the Psychedelic Boom’s First Responders
WIRED Magazine
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How a Psychedelics Call-In Line is Helping People Trip Better
Rolling Stone
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Psychonaut POV: Q&A with Joshua White, Founder & Advocate
Tricycle Day
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How Effective Is Fireside Project’s Psychedelic Hotline? New Study Aims To Find Out
Forbes
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Fireside Project manifests a $200K fund to improve access to careers in psychedelic health
Tech Crunch
Press Archive
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
06.14.23 | Psychedelic Medicine
Reducing the Harms of Nonclinical Psychedelics Use Through a Peer-Support Telephone Helpline
Articles
10.31.24 | Psychedelic Medical News:
The Role of Psychedelic Coaching in Mental-Health Support08.25.23 | Lucid News:
Study Examines Fireside Hotline Services08.17.23 | Healing Maps:
First Data’ Published Showing Lack of Support During Psychedelic Integration May Lead to Harm07.28.23 | Benzinga:
Fireside's Vision: Expanding Support Beyond Harm Reduction In Psychedelics07.24.23 | Benzinga:
A Powerful Harm Reduction Service Model: Discover Fireside's Psychedelic Peer Support Line07.20.23 | Benzinga:
Psychedelic Support Line Proves Beneficial To Users And Healthcare System: Survey07.17.23 | Psychedelic Spotlight:
If Your Psychedelic Experience Isn’t Going According to Plan, Call a Psychedelic Helpline07.11.23 | PsyPost:
Psychedelic helpline shows promise in helping to manage safety issues and emotional challenges07.11.23 | List23:
The psychedelic helpline is promising in terms of assisting with safety concerns and emotional difficulties06.29.23 | WIRED Magazine:
Meet the Psychedelic Boom’s First Responders06.28.23 | Filter Magazine:
Psychedelic Support Hotline Shows Promising Harm Reduction Outcomes06.25.23 | Mental Health Weekly:
Report finds psychedelic helpline may avert harmful outcomes12.15.2022 | Legal Reader:
Fireside Project’s Diverse Peer Support Line Helps Psychedelic Users08.01.2022 | California Leaf:
CALL FOR COMPASSION: The Fireside Project believes no psychedelic explorer should have to travel alone07.18.2022 I Benzinga:
Fireside Project Launches 'Affinity Program,' Psychedelic Peer Support With BIPOC, Trans & Veteran Volunteers07.20.2022 | Forbes:
Fireside Project: The Psychedelic Support Line Matching Callers With BIPOC, Trans, And Veteran Volunteers03.22.2022 | TechCrunch:
Fireside Project manifests a $200K fund to improve access to careers in psychedelic health03.08.2022 | Lucid News:
Fireside Project’s New Equity Initiative Expands Psychedelic Support Services03.01.2022 | Green Market Report:
The Business Of Talking About Psychedelic Trips02.25.2022 | Microdose:
Ethics in Psychedelics: Fireside Project’s Equity Initiative01.15.2022 | Mad In America:
Fireside Project: Peer Support for Psychedelic Experiences09.25.2021 | Forbes:
How Effective Is Fireside Project’s Psychedelic Hotline? New Study Aims To Find Out09.24.2021 | Psychedelic Times:
Free Psychedelic Help is Just a Call or Text Away08.31.2021 | Psychedelic Spotlight:
How to Navigate A Challenging Psychedelic Trip08.30.2021 | Cáñamo:
Fireside Project, el proyecto de integración psicodélica por teléfono da el salto a la aplicación móvil08.26.2021 | Mashable:
Having a 'bad trip'? There's an app for that08.13.2021 Lucid News:
Fireside Project Expands Psychedelic Support Service with App Launch08.10.2021 | Yahoo: Bezinga:
Nonprofits In Psychedelics Space Reach New Milestones08.04.2021 | Psilocybin Alpha:
Fireside Project Releases App for Psychedelic Peer Support07.12.2021 | Psychedelic Times:
Fireside In A Timeline of Psychedelic History07.07.2021 | Rolling Stone:
How a Psychedelics Call-In Line is Helping People Trip Better06.04.2021 | Chacruna Institute:
Peer support line helped 16 “bad trippers” avoid the emergency room05.12.2021 | Hello MD:
Need Help with a Bad Psychedelic Trip? Call the Fireside Project for Emotional Peer Support05.2.2021 | Free Think:
Fireside Project Is a Support Line for Your Bad Trip04.23.2021 | El Planteo:
0800-Mal-Viaje: Anuncian Primera Línea de Ayuda para Crisis de Psicodélicos de EEUU04.20.2021 | Trippingly:
The Fireside Project: Peer Support Is Available Now04.14.2021 | Esquire:
Fireside Project Is a New Psychedelic Support Line Working to Ensure You Have a Good Trip04.14.2021 | Forbes:
Country’s First Psychedelics Hotline Offers Counseling For People ‘On A Trip’04.14.2021 | Mic:
Having a bad trip? This hotline can help you find your chill04.11.2021 | Politco:
Coverage of Fireside Project: Under Mix Tape Review04.10.2021 | Lucid News:
Fireside Project: The 21st Century’s First Psychedelic Peer Support Hotline04.08.2021 | SFGate:
Having a bad trip? SF organization to launch world's first psychedelic peer support line03.02.2021 | Global Trac Solutions:
PSYC Supports Launch of First Psychedelic Peer Support Program, Fireside Project, Through Sponsorship Commitment02.16.2021 | Report on Psychedelics:
MAPS and Fireside Project Collaborate on Psychedelic Hotline11.25.2020 | Double Blind:
This “Psychedelic Peer Support Line” Will Help You Through Your Next Trip11.22.2020 | San Francisco News:
San Francisco Lawyer Creates Psychedelic Hotline11.18.2020 | Inverse:
The World’s First Psychedelics Hotline Could Help You Work Through A Trip11.15.2020 | Benzinga:
Psyched: CA Discusses Decriminalization, Compass Holds Earnings Call, Psychedelics Hotline To Launch11.12.2020 | Psychedelic Spotlight:
California Moves to Legalize Psychedelics
Podcasts
06.16.2024 I Bizdelics
Fireside Project, Ibogaine, Integration, Spiritual Beliefs, and the Nomadic Life05.02.2023 I Psychedelics Today Podcast
Harm Reduction Through Free Peer Support09.26.2022 I Third Wave Podcast:
A Culture of Belonging: Psychedelics, Community, & Sacred Activism09.11.2022 I Psychedelic Spotlight
Minimizing Harm and Ensuring Safe Nonclinical Psychedelic Use07.19.2022 I Psychedelic Spotlight:
Discussing Harm Reduction in the Wake of Netflix’s Docuseries How to Change Your Mind - Fireside03.10.2022 | Psychoactive Podcast w/Ethan Nadelmann:
Hanifa Nayo Washington on Creating a Psychedelic Phone Support Line08.20.2021 | Choose Your Struggle Podcast:
Joshua White Speaks on Psychedelics & the Psychedelic Peer Support Line08.10.2021 | The Psychedelic Leadership Podcast:
Ep.33 What it Takes to Lead & Launch an Unprecedented Venture In the Psychedelic Space with Joshua White06.16.2021 | Lucid News:
ADVENTURES OF THE PSYCHE feat. Hanifa Nayo6.14.2021 | Clubhouse Event:
James Fadiman, Adam Bramlage & Fireside Project's Co-Founders on Microdosing Risk Reduction!06.10.2021 | Maya Health’s The Psychedelic Therapy Podcast:
Hanifa Nayo Washington & Adam Rubin (Fireside Project): The Psychedelic Peer Support Hotline4.20.21 | Psychedelic Grad:
Joshua White12.02.2020 | Plant Medicine Podcast:
Fireside Project: The World's First Psychedelic Hotline with Joshua White and Hanifa Nayo Washington
Video
11.17.2020 I Fireside Project's Inaugural Panel, feat. Sen. Scott Wiener & MAPS Founder Rick Doblin:
https://vimeo.com/480640656
Press Releases
05.08.2024:
Fireside Project Harnesses AI Technology in New Training and Privacy Practices07.05.2022:
Fireside Project Launches Affinity Program, Matching Callers with BIPOC, Trans, and Veteran Volunteers06.10.2021:
Best Practices for Microdosing in Clubhouse Event with Dr. James Fadiman04.14.2021:
Psychedelic Peer Support Line Goes Live!02.07.2021:
MAPS and Fireside Project Announce Collaboration to Expand Access to Psychedelic Peer Support11.12.2020:
Fireside Project Launch
Articles Written By Fireside Project
08.25.2021 | MAPS Bulletin 2021: Vol. 31, No. 2:
Fireside Project: Providing Real-Time Support When Time Doesn’t Seem Real10.28.2020 | Medium:
Launch of Fireside Project
Fireside Project: A Pillar of Harm Reduction and Coaching
As a leader in harm reduction, Fireside Project provides real-time, compassionate support for individuals engaging with psychedelics. Our mission is simple: to reduce the risks associated with psychedelic use through accessible, inclusive, and equitable services. Whether you're exploring the therapeutic potential of psilocybin-assisted therapy, curious about the mystical experiences often associated with hallucinogenic drugs, or seeking guidance after a psychedelic experience, Fireside Project is here for you.
Focusing on Real-Life Experiences
As private companies and institutions like Lykos Therapeutics and academic researchers continue to explore psychedelic compounds in clinical settings, Fireside Project bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world application. While clinical trials focus on study participants and therapeutic outcomes, we provide the human connection and real-time support essential for safe exploration.
The Psychedelic Peer Support Line
Our free, confidential Psychedelic Peer Support Line is the first of its kind. Designed to provide immediate, empathetic support, it’s a vital resource for individuals who want to process their psychedelic journeys safely. With a team of trained peer supporters, we ensure that no one has to navigate these profound experiences alone.
Fireside-Certified™ Psychedelic Coaching Program
For those looking to integrate their experiences meaningfully, our Fireside-Certified™ Psychedelic Coaching Program offers personalized, ongoing support. Coaches are extensively trained to help individuals harness the therapeutic effects of psychedelics in ways that complement their personal goals and values. This program emphasizes safety, intentionality, and the long-term mental health benefits of structured integration.
Your Resource for Psychedelic Education and Advocacy
Fireside Project also serves as an educational resource, empowering individuals and health care providers with accurate, up-to-date information about psychedelics. From the active compounds in psychedelic mushrooms to the potential benefits of therapeutic treatments, we’re dedicated to fostering an informed community.
Why Harm Reduction Matters
While public and government stances on psychedelics continue to evolve, many individuals are already exploring these substances. Fireside Project’s harm reduction approach ensures that these experiences and the integration processes associated with them are as safe as possible, whether they occur in a clinical setting or elsewhere. We neither endorse nor condemn the use of psychedelics but instead focus on providing support that meets individuals where they are.