Research-Based Education
with a Holistic Perspective
The field of psychedelics is a tapestry interwoven with threads of mysticism, indigenous wisdom, philosophy, and science.
OPI's mission is to provide an unparalleled education in the latter, while honoring all dimensions of psychedelic practice; to provide you with an unbiased & objective scaffolding that you can build your unique practice upon.
Meet the Team
Neuroscience
The science that
underlies the psychedelic experience
Instructor: Dr. Matthew X. Lowe
Facilitation
The psychology
of preparation,
administration
& integration
Instructor: Jeff Johnson
Medicine
Psychedelics and
healthcare
Instructor: Dr. Zach Halpern
Careers & Research
An integral
component of each
module & additional
two lectures
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Program
Overview
Class Begins: July 1, 2025
Weeks Online: 7
Weeks In-Person: 1
Practicum: Joseph, Oregon
Tuition: $9,300*
(Includes 1-week stay at The Jennings Hotel in Joseph, Oregon. Flexible payment plans and scholarships available).
OPI Students in Joseph, Oregon
OPI's Facilitator Training Program
An 8-Week Intensive
In addition to the requirements laid out by the Oregon Health Authority, OPI's curriculum offers additional materials focused on psychedelic careers and neuroscience.
These modules equip students with the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate the psychedelic landscape.
Program Schedule
Student Testimonials
"A program as scientifically rigorous as it is spiritually grounded. Having graduated from OPI's inaugural class, I feel prepared to facilitate with psilocybin and to develop a personalized practice that incorporates psychedelic medicine, indigenous wisdom, somatics, neuroscience, and the best of what Western medicine has to offer.
I appreciated the historical, sociocultural/political, and professional lenses through which we engaged material. It inspired me to advocate for policy that supports more effective clinical practice and holistic approaches to healing--and to engage in public outreach to destigmatize, educate, and open up the world of psychedelic healing to more diverse populations.
The instructors' professional and personal backgrounds with psychedelics enriched my learning. Their insights were actionable; informed by research, practice, and introspection. The instructors were as knowledgeable and skillful as they were generous with their experiences.
I love that OPI is localized. OPI situates psychedelic medicine in the natural world and honors its beauty, as evidenced by the hosting of the practicum in Joseph, OR. I promise you, the trip is worth it (pun intended).
The relationships I formed and practicum experiences my cohort shared were deeply meaningful. I am grateful for my time with OPI and hope to maintain our connection."
Ashely Karen Roy, CSWA
OPI Student, Cohort 1
"The OPI psilocybin-facilitation training program is absolutely exceptional in the way it thoroughly educates and trains future providers of Oregon psilocybin-based services. The expertise of the instructors, along with their varied professional backgrounds and perspectives on the field, has been invaluable as I’ve clarified my own future directions within the space of psychedelic medicine.
Most notably, the OPI instructors are a highly ethical, values-driven team that espouses a humanizing approach to serving clients (and the world!) through an in-depth education and training of the components of preparation, administration, and integration for Oregon psilocybin services.
My time with OPI has been personally transformative, and I intend to carry that forward by using my new skillset to help as many others grow and flourish from Oregon psilocybin-based services as I can."
Jane Ledbetter, Psy.D.
OPI Student, Cohort 1
Curriculum
OPI's curriculum focuses first and foremost on fostering meaningful class discussions. This is achieved via a combination of real-world vignettes, literature reviews, traditional lectures, and research presented by experts in their field.
After seven weeks of online class, you'll join your students in Joseph, Oregon for a week of hands-on learning. This practicum week is your opportunity to participate in screening, preparation, administration, and integration sessions.
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Staff Research
This Month's
Research Spotlight
OPI Staff
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About Dr. Matthew X. Lowe
Lead Educators
Our instructors share, first and foremost, a passionate dedication to the advancement of psychedelic medicine. Rigorous academic training, ongoing involvement with psychedelic research, clinical expertise, and graduate-level teaching experience make them the perfect liaisons for delivering top-tier psychedelic education.
Sibin Stephen (Pharm.D) | Zach Halpern (M.D.) | Matthew X. Lowe (Ph.D., Neuroscience)
Other Educators
Curiosity, passion for science, and a drive for meaningful change have guided Zach’s journey into psychedelic science.
Studying human physiology and medicine left Zach deeply curious about the nature of the mind. Disillusioned by conventional psychiatry, he discovered psilocybin’s potential for transformative healing during medical school. This realization led to his completing Zachary Leary's Psychedelic Studies Intensive (PSI), leading grassroots policy work, and ultimately, founding OPI to pioneer psychedelic education.
Zach Halpern, M.D.
Program Director & Lead Educator
After receiving his doctorate in psychology and cognitive neuroscience from University of Toronto, Dr. Lowe went on to conduct research at Harvard, Stanford, and MIT universities.
At OPI, Dr. Lowe oversees the development of scientific curriculum materials. He draws from his own research and the research of his colleagues to keep OPI's curriculum up-to-date with the rapidly growing body of scientific psychedelic knowledge. Outside of his roles at OPI, Dr. Lowe leads research for two organizations: Realm of Caring and his own nonprofit Unlimited Sciences. Through the latter, a psychedelics research non-profit, Dr. Lowe and his team use data-driven methods to inform public perception, education, policy, and practices for psychedelics use.
Matthew X. Lowe, Ph.D.
Co-Founder,
Scientific Advisor & Lead Educator
Dr. Sibin Stephen is a clinically-trained pharmacist and psychedelic scholar with over eight years of experience in neuropharmacology.
Motivated by findings from a Johns Hopkins study on psilocybin's effects on depression and anxiety in cancer patients, Dr. Stephen pursued a certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS).
Dr. Stephen is a licensed psilocybin facilitator in the state of Oregon.
Sibin Stephen, Pharm.D
Lead Educator
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Where you'll stay
The Jennings Hotel
Part creative sanctuary, part cozy retreat, the Jennings Hotel offers the ideal atmosphere for immersive learning. Nestled in the heart of downtown Joseph, it puts you within easy walking distance of all the essentials for your week-long stay.
About The Jennings
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Whether you're interested in applying or have questions about our program, please don't hesitate to reach out to zach@oregonpsych.com or to give us a call!