How Does Psilocybin Help Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings between periods of mania and depression.
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Symptoms of mania can include:
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Increased energy
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Racing thoughts
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Impulsivity
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Decreased need for sleep
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Symptoms of depression can include:
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Persistent sadness
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Fatigue
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Difficulty concentrating
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Loss of interest in activities
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Symptoms of bipolar disorder may come and go, but oftentimes, treatment is required to help stabilize the dramatic mood swings. Psilocybin for bipolar disorder can help reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety and help control the pendulum swing of moods experienced during an episode.
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If you are struggling with bipolar disorder, Oregon Psychedelic Solutions can help. Our team of facilitators is experienced with leading psilocybin journeys and can help you through your bipolar disorder treatment.

Our Compassionate Approach to Psilocybin Therapy for Bipolar Disorder
Oregon Psychedelic Solutions understands the personal nature of seeking treatment for mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder. It can be intimidating to find outside help to get your mood swings under control. Our team is made up of qualified, licensed facilitators from all backgrounds with a wide variety of specialties.
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When you take some time to speak with us, you’ll learn our facilitators are all different, and one just might be the perfect fit for you.
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Our goal is to make you feel as comfortable as possible during your psilocybin journey, so it’s important that you feel welcomed and safe in our space. You can schedule a consultation with any facilitator you might be interested in working with and make your decision after chatting with each one.
Your Journey to Healing Starts Here
Once you’ve chosen your facilitator, you’ll follow these general next steps with our Portland psilocybin service center to get started.
Preparation & Orientation
During this session with your facilitator, you will:
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Review paperwork
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Discuss goals and intentions
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Receive guidance in choosing your psilocybin dosage
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This session can be done via Zoom and takes about two hours to complete.
Administration Session
This session will involve your facilitator situating you in one of our rooms. Once you’re comfortable, you’ll receive your agreed-upon psilocybin dose.
When consumption is over, you’ll get to relax with a personalized playlist and eye mask.
This session can last 5-6 hours, depending on your dose.
Integration Session
You can expect to hear from your facilitator a day or two following your session to discuss how it went.
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Here you can also discuss the benefits of your experience and ways to incorporate them into your daily life.
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How Do I Choose a Facilitator for my Psilocybin Journey?Selecting a facilitator is a very personal decision, and you’ll want to select someone you feel comfortable with and can easily talk to about the goals you have for your session. We offer our clients guidance in selecting a facilitator and the opportunity to speak with as many facilitators as they would like before making their selection. Oregon Psychedelic Solutions has several licensed facilitators available from all walks of life and with different areas of focus, such as: Veterans First Responders LGBTQ+ Trauma Life Transitions Spiritual Exploration And more Schedule your discovery call today to learn more about our facilitators and find the one that’s right for you.
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How Much Does Psilocybin Cost in Oregon?It’s important to note that Oregon Psychedelic Solutions is a licensed Oregon service center and not a dispensary. As a service center, we provide guided psilocybin journeys at our Portland location, and our pricing structure includes the cost of psilocybin. For more information on pricing per dosage, check out our full pricing guide.
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How Do You Prepare for a Psilocybin Journey?During your Preparation & Orientation, your facilitator will discuss the specifics of your personal psilocybin journey. Some general things clients can do to prepare are: Eat a light meal before your session. Wear clothing that you are comfortable relaxing in. Come with an open mind for the journey ahead. It is also recommended to avoid alcohol and recreational drugs immediately ahead of your session to ensure your body is in a good place for the insights and self-discoveries ahead.
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Where Do Your Mushrooms Come From?Under Oregon Law, psilocybin mushrooms for use by state-licensed service centers must be produced by state-certified manufacturers. Oregon Psychedelic Solutions has partnered with Satori Farms PDX and Uptown Fungus to bring our clients quality products for a fulfilling experience.
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What Can a Portland Psilocybin Journey Help With?Studies have shown that psilocybin has efficacy in treating: Anxiety & Depression PTSD Addiction OCD Trauma Bipolar Disorder and more Additionally, psilocybin can be utilized to expand creativity, for spiritual breakthroughs, and to ease transitions during end-of-life care. Contact us today for more information about how our psilocybin experiences could help with your needs and goals.
This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.