Become a Certified Psychedelic Practitioner: Elevate Your Practice and Transform Lives
Become a Certified
Psychedelic Practitioner:
Elevate Your Practice and
Transform Lives
Unlock new dimensions in personal growth and healing for your
clients.
Whether you’re an established coach or transitioning to a purpose-driven
career, our Practitioner Certification Program provides the expertise to
stand out in the rapidly evolving field of psychedelic integration.
Whether you’re an established coach or transitioning to a purpose-driven
career, our Practitioner Certification Program provides the expertise to
stand out in the rapidly evolving field of psychedelic integration.
Become a Certified Psychedelic Practitioner: Elevate Your Practice and Transform Lives
Unlock new dimensions in personal growth and healing for your clients. Whether you’re an established coach or transitioning to a purpose-driven career, our Practitioner Certification Program provides the expertise to stand out in the rapidly evolving field of psychedelic integration.
START DATE:
AUGUST 6
PRESALE OFFER:
$10,000 $12,500
Secure your spot for the presale by May 16:
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Skill Level
For coaches and
practitioners at
all levels
Program Length
10-month
comprehensive
curriculum
Skill level
Exceptional
9.1 Net Promoter Score
Practical Experience
50 hours of supervised practicum
Immersive Learning
Week long intensive retreat in Costa Rica included
Skill Level
For coaches and
practitioners at
all levels
practitioners at
all levels
Program Length
10-month
comprehensive
curriculum
comprehensive
curriculum
Program
Rating
Program Rating
Exceptional
9.1 Net Promoter
Score
9.1 Net Promoter
Score
Practical
Experience
Practical Experience
50 hours of
supervised
practicum
supervised
practicum
Immersive Learning
Week long intensive
retreat in Costa Rica
included
retreat in Costa Rica
included
Ride the Third Wave of Psychedelics
Ride the Third Wave of Psychedelics
The psychedelic revolution is here, and it’s transforming lives
every day. As an evolutionary catalyst for personal growth,
psychedelics are rapidly gaining cultural acceptance and legal
ground. This isn’t just a trend—it’s a paradigm shift in human
potential.
At Third Wave and Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we’re at the forefront of this movement. Every month, tens of thousands of people turn to us to learn about the benefits of psychedelics and how to apply them in their lives. The interest is exponential, and the healing potential is profound.
But here’s the challenge: there aren’t enough trained practitioners to meet this surging demand.
That’s where YOU come in.
At Third Wave and Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we’re at the forefront of this movement. Every month, tens of thousands of people turn to us to learn about the benefits of psychedelics and how to apply them in their lives. The interest is exponential, and the healing potential is profound.
But here’s the challenge: there aren’t enough trained practitioners to meet this surging demand.
That’s where YOU come in.
The psychedelic revolution is here, and it’s transforming lives
every day. As an evolutionary catalyst for personal growth,
psychedelics are rapidly gaining cultural acceptance and legal
ground. This isn’t just a trend—it’s a paradigm shift in human
potential.
At Third Wave and Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we’re at the
forefront of this movement. Every month, tens of thousands of
people turn to us to learn about the benefits of psychedelics and
how to apply them in their lives. The interest is exponential, and
the healing potential is profound.
But here’s the challenge: there aren’t enough trained
practitioners to meet this surging demand.
That’s where YOU come in.
every day. As an evolutionary catalyst for personal growth,
psychedelics are rapidly gaining cultural acceptance and legal
ground. This isn’t just a trend—it’s a paradigm shift in human
potential.
At Third Wave and Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we’re at the
forefront of this movement. Every month, tens of thousands of
people turn to us to learn about the benefits of psychedelics and
how to apply them in their lives. The interest is exponential, and
the healing potential is profound.
But here’s the challenge: there aren’t enough trained
practitioners to meet this surging demand.
That’s where YOU come in.
By integrating psychedelics into your coaching or wellness
practice, you have the opportunity to:
By integrating psychedelics into your coaching or wellness
practice, you have the opportunity to:
practice, you have the opportunity to:
Revolutionize your approach to personal transformation
Help clients break through resistance patterns and emotional blockages
Accelerate results and create deeper alignment between mind, body, and spirit
Position yourself at the cutting edge of a booming industry
Be part of a movement that’s changing lives on a global scale
Whether you’re an executive coach looking to expand your toolkit, a wellness practitioner seeking to revitalize your offerings, or a professional transitioning into a more fulfilling career, this is your chance to harness the power of psychedelics and create profound, lasting change for your clients.
Whether you’re an executive coach looking to expand your toolkit, a wellness practitioner seeking to revitalize your offerings, or a professional transitioning into a more fulfilling career, this is your chance to harness the power of psychedelics and create profound, lasting change for your clients.
The psychedelic renaissance is here. Are you ready to ride the wave?
The psychedelic renaissance is here.
Are you ready to ride the wave?
Is This Program
Right for You?
Is This Program Right for You?
This program IS for you if...
You’re an experienced coach seeking to enhance
your practice with cutting-edge techniques
You’re an experienced coach seeking to enhance
your practice with cutting-edge techniques
your practice with cutting-edge techniques
You’re a wellness practitioner looking to revitalize
your offerings and attract more clients
You’re a wellness practitioner looking to revitalize
your offerings and attract more clients
your offerings and attract more clients
You’re a “corporate warrior” transitioning into a
more fulfilling coaching career
You’re a “corporate warrior” transitioning into a
more fulfilling coaching career
more fulfilling coaching career
You feel isolated in your exploration of psychedelics and seek a supportive community
You feel isolated in your exploration of psychedelics
in your practice and seek a supportive community
in your practice and seek a supportive community
You’re concerned about maintaining your professional
reputation while navigating psychedelic work
You’re concerned about maintaining your professional
reputation while navigating psychedelic work
reputation while navigating psychedelic work
You’re worried about the financial stability of your
practice and want to attract high-value clients
You’re worried about the financial stability of your
practice and want to attract high-value clients
practice and want to attract high-value clients
You feel you’ve plateaued in your ability to facilitate
deep transformations for your clients
You feel you’ve plateaued in your ability to facilitate
deep transformations for your clients
deep transformations for your clients
You’re committed to staying ahead in the rapidly
evolving field of coaching and wellness
You’re committed to staying ahead in the rapidly
evolving field of coaching and wellness
evolving field of coaching and wellness
You’re seeking to enhance your credentials and
command premium pricing for your services
You’re seeking to enhance your credentials and
command premium pricing for your services
command premium pricing for your services
You’re eager to jump on the forefront of the psychedelic
renaissance and make a significant impact
You’re eager to jump on the forefront of the psychedelic
renaissance and make a significant impact
renaissance and make a significant impact
This program is NOT for you if...
You’re content with the status quo in your
coaching or wellness practice
You’re content with the status quo in your
coaching or wellness practice
coaching or wellness practice
You’re uncomfortable with the idea of integrating
cutting-edge methodologies into your work
You’re uncomfortable with the idea of integrating
cutting-edge methodologies into your work
cutting-edge methodologies into your work
You’re looking for a quick fix or overnight
success in your career
You’re looking for a quick fix or overnight
success in your career
success in your career
You’re unwilling to invest time and effort
in deep personal and professional growth
You’re unwilling to invest time and effort
in deep personal and professional growth
in deep personal and professional growth
You’re not interested in being at the forefront of
a revolutionary movement in personal development
You’re not interested in being at the forefront of
a revolutionary movement in personal development
a revolutionary movement in personal development
You’re satisfied with your current client base and
income level
You’re satisfied with your current client base and
income level
income level
Got Questions? Get Personalized Answers
Connect directly with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and
program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address
your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you
have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path
in psychedelic coaching.
program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address
your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you
have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path
in psychedelic coaching.
Connect directly with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path in psychedelic coaching.
Joseph Anew
Career Advisor
What Our Graduates
Are Saying
What Our Graduates Are Saying
A Transformative Experience That Changes Lives
This experience changed the trajectory of my life. I made life-long friendships, found community and support both personally and professionally, received a first-class education in the field of psychedelics and found ways to face some of the most challenging and beautiful aspects of being alive. I can’t recommend this training enough. Go for it!
- Dylan K.
Consciousness-Shifting
Learning
The experiential learning, co-creation and relationship building, and the mastery and generosity of the instructors in this program are both awe inspiring and consciousness shifting.
- Jodi B.
Beyond Expectations: A Journey of Personal Transformation
This program was so much more than I expected.
I learned a lot and feel very well-equipped to bring psychedelics into my work with clients. What surprised me was my own journey along the way. This was a magical and hugely transformative period for my life.
- Dave S.
Life-Changing Skills for Coaching and Beyond
Participating in this program was one of the best choices I have made in my life. Not only have
I been well trained in psychedelic skills that I can use to coach and teach my clients, this program transformed my life and my personal relationships in deeply profound ways. Applying these skills to my career as a massage therapist a career path has opened up. I am excited for my future as both a psychedelic coach and a psychedelic bodyworker.
- Erik H.
A Unique Journey of Knowledge and Community
The wealth of knowledge and experience the program facilitators and lecturers contribute to this curriculum cannot be understated. That, coupled with the sense of community, accountability, and kinship formed with the other students make this a truly unique, transformative, and life affirming experience for anyone interested in or involved with the psychedelic support community.
- Daniel B.
Life-Changing Journey of Personal and Professional Growth
PCI gave me enough depth and freedom to explore the world of integration coaching in a way that resonated withme. With a wide variety of approaches and knowledge from guest lecturers, it felt less like a ‘step-by-step’ approach and more of a guided intuitive program with enough structure and guardrails to help me forge my own path. Integration sessions were my favorite, leaving me with peer connections and support that will last a lifetime.
- Alexa J.
Go Beyond Another “Online Course” ... and Become a Top 1% Practitioner
Go Beyond Another “Online Course” ...
... and Become a Top 1% Practitioner
After completing this transformational program, you will:
Have clarity on how to integrate psychedelics into your current coaching
methods
and evolve your practice to catalyze positive change in the world.
Have clarity on how to integrate psychedelics into your current coaching
methods and evolve your practice to catalyze positive change in the world.
methods and evolve your practice to catalyze positive change in the world.
Cultivate mastery in psychedelic integration
coaching and learn how to apply appropriate
medicines and techniques to help your clients achieve lasting results.
Cultivate mastery in psychedelic integration
coaching and learn how to apply
appropriate medicines and techniques to help your clients achieve lasting results.
appropriate medicines and techniques to help your clients achieve lasting results.
Understand the benefits and risks of different psychedelic medicines, the impact
of
dosages and timings, and how to best leverage them for your clients’ needs.
Understand the benefits and risks of different psychedelic medicines, the impact
of dosages and timings, and how to best leverage them for your clients’ needs.
of dosages and timings, and how to best leverage them for your clients’ needs.
Master the 5 Key Elements of a transformative psychedelic experience and develop
skills to support clients in a safe, responsible, & effective manner.
Master the 5 Key Elements of a transformative psychedelic experience and develop
skills to support clients in a safe, responsible, & effective manner.
skills to support clients in a safe, responsible, & effective manner.
Learn the 5 Pillars of Transformation and how to apply them in a coaching context to support your client with long-term transformation
Learn the 5 Pillars of Transformation and how to apply them in a coaching context
to support your client with long-term transformation
to support your client with long-term transformation
Discover the complex interplay of body, mind, and spirit with psychedelic medicines
and learn how to holistically support your clients throughout their psychedelic journey.
Discover the complex interplay of body, mind, and spirit with psychedelic medicines
and learn how to holistically support your clients throughout their psychedelic journey.
and learn how to holistically support your clients throughout their psychedelic journey.
Understand the nuances of psychedelic coaching and how to create safe spaces,
implement harm reduction, and navigate the evolving legal landscape.
Understand the nuances of psychedelic coaching and how to create safe spaces,
implement harm reduction, and navigate the evolving legal landscape.
implement harm reduction, and navigate the evolving legal landscape.
Ground theoretical knowledge, scientific research, and practical insights into
the
integration process to create sustainable, long-term results for your clients.
Ground theoretical knowledge, scientific research, and practical insights into
the integration process to create sustainable, long-term results for your clients.
the integration process to create sustainable, long-term results for your clients.
Turn theory into practice with access to proven intake practices, assessment tools,
and integration techniques.
Turn theory into practice with access to proven intake practices, assessment tools,
and integration techniques.
and integration techniques.
What Sets Us Apart
While 95%+ of psychedelic training programs focus on clinical and therapeutic applications, we recognize that transformation extends far beyond the medical model.
Our 10-month Practitioner Certification Program is specifically designed for practitioners working at the intersection of human potential, peak performance, and holistic well-being.
Here’s why coaches, practitioners, and even medical professionals choose the Psychedelic Coaching Institute:
Our 10-month Practitioner Certification Program is specifically designed for practitioners working at the intersection of human potential, peak performance, and holistic well-being.
Here’s why coaches, practitioners, and even medical professionals choose the Psychedelic Coaching Institute:
Three Transformational Containers
Our unique program architecture integrates wisdom, experience, and practical mastery:
1. Wisdom Cultivation (3 Months)
Master the essential foundations of psychedelic coaching:
Historical context & current landscape
Safety, ethics & integrity
Psychedelic science & neurobiology
Set, setting & dosage
Medicine-specific frameworks
2. Transform in Paradise (6-Day Intensive)
Experience profound professional growth in Costa Rica:
1 guided high-dose psilocybin ceremony
Temazcal (sweat lodge) ceremony
Workshops with world-class faculty
Luxury eco-accommodations
3. Practical Mastery (6 Months)
Because the map is not the territory, we emphasize applied, real-world experience:
Master the 5 key elements:
- Assessment
- Preparation
- Facilitation
- Integration
- Microdosing
Complete 50 supervised hours
Work with real clients
Receive expert feedback
Develop your unique style
Build confidence through experience
Whether you’re an experienced executive coach looking to enhance client breakthroughs, a wellness practitioner aiming to deepen your impact, or a corporate professional transitioning to meaningful work in the psychedelic space – our comprehensive training provides the exact tools and frameworks you need to succeed.
World-Class Faculty
& Community
Learn directly from pioneering researchers, successful coaches, and experienced practitioners who are actively shaping the field. Join a thriving network of 250+ alumni practitioners who share insights, collaborate on projects, and find mentorship opportunities.
Proven Excellence
Proven
Excellence
Our graduates consistently report enhanced client results, increased income, and greater professional fulfillment. With a remarkable 9.1 Net Promoter Score, our program ranks in the top 1% of all professional training programs – not just in psychedelics, but across all industries.
Legal & Ethical Clarity
Legal & Ethical
Clarity
Navigate the evolving landscape with confidence through our comprehensive training in legal frameworks, ethical guidelines, and risk mitigation strategies. We provide clear protocols for building a sustainable coaching practice while maintaining the highest standards of integrity.
YOUR FUTURE AWAITS
Shape the third wave of psychedelics and become
a certified Psychedelic Practitioner through the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
Shape the third wave of psychedelics and become
a certified Psychedelic Practitioner through the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
a certified Psychedelic Practitioner through the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
Got Questions? Get Personalized Answers
Connect directly with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and
program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address
your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you
have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path
in psychedelic coaching.
program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address
your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you
have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path
in psychedelic coaching.
Connect directly with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate. In a private conversation, Joseph can address your specific situation, professional goals, and any questions you have about the Practitioner Certification Program and your path in psychedelic coaching.
Joseph Anew
Career Advisor
Program Structure
Bi-Weekly, 2-Hour Teaching Sessions with Paul F. Austin, Third Wave & Psychedelic Coaching Institute Founder
and Lead Trainer
Every other week, you get a deep dive into a core topic, followed by a Q&A with Paul F. Austin. Informed by Third Wave’s 5-pillar psychedelic coaching framework, you will get comprehensive training on topics ranging from safety and ethics, working with different medicines, and types of psychedelic coaching to outcomes of psychedelic work and how to ground breakthroughs into lasting change.
Workshops with World-Class Guest Teachers
Over the course of the program, you will get 12 in-depth workshops with our guest experts. Each of our teachers is a leader in their field. Some of the topics we will cover include: high performance coaching methods; using psychedelics for both healing and growth; psychedelics and biohacking; functional medicine and the role of diet and nutrition in achieving personal outcomes; how microdosing can help spur creativity and flow; transforming from the inside out; psychedelics for empathy, communication, and teambuilding; entrepreneurship and psychedelics; complementary practices; holistic health; and more.
Bi-Weekly 2-Hour Small Group Faciliated Integration Sessions
During these sessions, you will meet with your pre-assigned pod group and a designated facilitator to help integrate the teaching material through reflection, discussion, and application. Expect to form close relationships with your group. These sessions may include guided group conversations, breathwork, and other facilitated practices to support your growth.
Ground Theory Into Practice Through Weekly Assignments
During these sessions, you will meet with your pre-assigned pod group and a designated facilitator to help integrate the teaching material through reflection, discussion, and application. Expect to form close relationships with your group. These sessions may include guided group conversations, breathwork, and other facilitated practices to support your growth.
Focus on Synergies Between Psychedelics and Support Methodologies
Explore how to integrate psychedelics with cutting-edge tools such as breathwork, cold therapy, meditation, neurofeedback, and more
PCI Approved Psychedelic Integration Methodologies
The Psychedelic Coaching Institute strives to stay on the cutting edge of psychedelic research and findings. Our ever-evolving integration methods are a culmination of our team’s expertise, data, and personal experiences.
During this program, you will be trained in research-based psychedelic integration methods that we teach to our partners at leading intensives and clinics.
During this program, you will be trained in research-based psychedelic integration methods that we teach to our partners at leading intensives and clinics.
Proven Frameworks for Both Microdosing & Macrodose Experiences
Discover how to design custom protocols with microdosing and macrodosing specific to your clients’ goals.
50-Hour Practicum
Discover how to design custom protocols with microdosing and macrodosing specific to your clients’ goals.
Download the Syllabus for Our 10-Month Practitioner Certification Program
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey and become a skilled psychedelic practitioner? Your first step is to learn more about our Practitioner Certification Program. You can download our full syllabus to understand better if this program is the right fit for you.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey and become
a skilled psychedelic practitioner? Your first step is to learn more
about our Practitioner Certification Program. You can download
our full syllabus to understand better if this program is the right fit
for you.
a skilled psychedelic practitioner? Your first step is to learn more
about our Practitioner Certification Program. You can download
our full syllabus to understand better if this program is the right fit
for you.
By downloading an overview of our curriculum, you’re taking the
first step towards becoming a certified psychedelic practitioner.
Join a community of forward-thinking practitioners and be at the
forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Unlock new dimensions of personal and professional growth with
the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
first step towards becoming a certified psychedelic practitioner.
Join a community of forward-thinking practitioners and be at the
forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Unlock new dimensions of personal and professional growth with
the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
By downloading an overview of our curriculum, you’re taking the first step towards becoming a certified psychedelic practitioner. Join a community of forward-thinking practitioners and be at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Unlock new dimensions of personal and professional growth with the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
Unlock new dimensions of personal and professional growth with the Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
Immersive Learning in Costa Rica
BRAVE EARTH
COSTA RICA (LA FORTUNA/ARENAL)
DATE: November 5-10
$7,500
INCLUDED WITH CERTIFICATION TUITION
The purpose of the intensive is direct psychedelic substance
experience in the context of connection, including:
The purpose of the intensive is direct psychedelic substance
experience in the context of connection, including:
experience in the context of connection, including:
Personal experience with psilocybin mushrooms (optional)
Daily yoga and meditation
Temazcal (sweat lodge) ceremony
Hands-on leadership training
Team building
In-person coaching
Fully catered meals
The entire intensive is included in your program tuition.
We will also provide an option to upgrade your room
accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis.
The entire intensive is included in your program tuition.
We will also provide an option to upgrade your room
accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis.
We will also provide an option to upgrade your room
accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis.
All you have to do is get yourself there.
ABOUT BRAVE EARTH
Brave Earth (La Fortuna/Arenal), is a community, regenerative farm, and healing arts center based in northern Costa Rica.
Here amidst the jungle, thermal pools, and cloud forest, we have the opportunity to dive deeper into our work as psychedelic coaches and facilitators, as we evolve new ways of living, serving, and growing. Your Practitioner Certification tuition includes accommodation and meals for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Brave Earth (La Fortuna/Arenal), is a community, regenerative farm, and healing arts center based in northern Costa Rica.
Here amidst the jungle, thermal pools, and cloud forest, we have the opportunity to dive deeper into our work as psychedelic coaches and facilitators, as we evolve new ways of living, serving, and growing. Your Practitioner Certification tuition includes accommodation and meals for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Brave Earth (La Fortuna/Arenal), is a community, regenerative
farm, and healing arts center based in northern Costa Rica.
Here amidst the jungle, thermal pools, and cloud forest, we have
the opportunity to dive deeper into our work as psychedelic
coaches and facilitators, as we evolve new ways of living, serving,
and growing. Your Practitioner Certification tuition includes
accommodation and meals for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
farm, and healing arts center based in northern Costa Rica.
Here amidst the jungle, thermal pools, and cloud forest, we have
the opportunity to dive deeper into our work as psychedelic
coaches and facilitators, as we evolve new ways of living, serving,
and growing. Your Practitioner Certification tuition includes
accommodation and meals for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
IMPORTANT
Working with psychedelics requires direct knowledge. It is
essential that you understand your clients’ experiences in
the context of our coaching framework, so the intensive is
mandatory.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Working with psychedelics requires direct knowledge. It is
essential that you understand your clients’ experiences in
the context of our coaching framework, so the intensive is
mandatory.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Working with psychedelics requires direct knowledge. It is
essential that you understand your clients’ experiences in
the context of our coaching framework, so the intensive is
mandatory.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Reach out to our support team at support@psychedeliccoaching.institute if you have a scheduling conflict and cannot attend.
Cutting-Edge Neuroscience Meets Psychedelic Transformation: Guest Faculty Robin Carhart-Harris, Ph.D.
We are honored to welcome Professor Robin Carhart-Harris, one of the world’s most respected psychedelic researchers, as a guest faculty member at our Costa Rica intensive. As the Ralph Metzner Distinguished Professor at UCSF and founder of both the Carhart-Harris Lab and the first Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, Robin brings a visionary scientific lens to our practitioner certification journey.
We are honored to welcome Professor Robin Carhart-Harris, one of the world’s most respected psychedelic researchers, as a guest faculty member at our Costa Rica intensive. As the Ralph Metzner Distinguished Professor at UCSF and founder of both the Carhart-Harris Lab and the first Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, Robin brings a visionary scientific lens to our practitioner certification journey.
Recognized by TIME and Vox as a leader shaping the future, Robin’s work bridges rigorous neuroscience with the therapeutic potential of altered states. His pioneering neuroimaging research with LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, and DMT has fundamentally shifted our understanding of the brain, consciousness, and healing.
Robin’s perspective offers a rare gift to our community: the ability to ground deep transformation not only in mystical experience but in measurable, evidence-based change. His presence expands our program’s commitment to training coaches who are both spiritually attuned and scientifically informed—ready to serve in the third wave of psychedelics with integrity, depth, and care.
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Meet Your Instructors & Guides
Meet Your Instructors & Guides
Our instructors are all recognized leaders in their respective fields, with extensive experience in high performance coaching. Few of these luminaries offer
this high level of training outside their private client work. With their combined training, you receive an unparalleled and comprehensive education.
Our instructors are all recognized leaders in their respective fields, with extensive experience in high performance coaching. Few of these luminaries offer
this high level of training outside their private client work. With their combined training, you receive an unparalleled and comprehensive education.
this high level of training outside their private client work. With their combined training, you receive an unparalleled and comprehensive education.
Paul F. Austin is a pioneer in the psychedelic space, dedicated
to bringing psychedelic education to the mainstream.
LEAD TRAINER
Paul F. Austin is a pioneer in the psychedelic space, dedicated
to bringing psychedelic education to the mainstream.
As the founder of Third Wave, Paul has spent over a decade at the forefront of the psychedelic
renaissance. His journey includes:
As the founder of Third Wave, Paul has spent over a decade at the forefront of the psychedelic
renaissance. His journey includes:
renaissance. His journey includes:
15+ years of personal psychedelic exploration
10+ years of professional experience in psychedelic education and advocacy
Authorship of the acclaimed book “Mastering Microdosing” rated 4.5 stars on Amazon
Founding the Psychedelic Coaching Institute, training the next generation of integration specialists
Paul’s expertise lies in bridging the worlds of psychedelics and high performance. He has helped thousands of individuals harness
the transformative power of psychedelics to enhance their lives, careers, and overall well-being.
Paul’s expertise lies in bridging the worlds of psychedelics and high performance. He has helped thousands of individuals harness
the transformative power of psychedelics to enhance their lives, careers, and overall well-being.
the transformative power of psychedelics to enhance their lives, careers, and overall well-being.
A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Paul has been featured in major media outlets including:
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Join a movement doing the deep work to transform our world... one person at a time.
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Join a movement doing the deep work to transform our world… one person at a time.
Practitioner Certification Program fee includes an all-expenses-paid week-long immersion in Costa Rica (not including travel) and a featured placement in our directory (for those who meet criteria) to help drive clients to your business.
Flexible payment plans are available to make this transformative journey accessible for committed practitioners.
The first step is scheduling a call with our Career Advisor to ensure this program aligns with your goals and vision. After your consultation, qualified candidates will receive application details and payment options.
The next cohort starts on August 6
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Accessibility Matters: The Psychedelic Coaching Institute Scholarship Fund
Accessibility Matters:
The Psychedelic Coaching Institute Scholarship Fund
At Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we believe in the transformative power of psychedelic coaching and its potential to change lives.
At Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we believe in the transformative power of psychedelic coaching and its potential to change lives. We also understand that financial constraints shouldn't be a barrier to those who are called to this important work.
We also understand that financial constraints shouldn't be a barrier to those who are called to this important work.
Introducing the Third Wave Scholarship Fund
We’re proud to announce the Psychedelic Coaching Institute Scholarship Fund, designed to make our Practitioner Certification Program more accessible to passionate individuals facing financial challenges.
Partial tuition subsidies available for qualified applicants
Open to veterans, single parents, and others facing financial hardship
Empowering diverse voices in the psychedelic coaching field
How It Works
Apply First: Complete your
regular application for the
Practitioner Certification
Program.
regular application for the
Practitioner Certification
Program.
Express Interest: During the
application process, indicate
your interest in the
scholarship fund.
application process, indicate
your interest in the
scholarship fund.
Discuss Options: If accepted into the
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
Discuss Options: If accepted into the
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
Apply First: Complete your
regular application for the
Practitioner Certification
Program.
regular application for the
Practitioner Certification
Program.
Express Interest: During the
application process, indicate
your interest in the
scholarship fund.
application process, indicate
your interest in the
scholarship fund.
Discuss Options: If accepted into the
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
Discuss Options: If accepted into the
program, we’ll have a conversation about
your specific needs and scholarship
possibilities.
Why We're Doing This
We believe that:
Diverse perspectives strengthen
the psychedelic coaching community
the psychedelic coaching community
Diverse perspectives strengthen
the psychedelic coaching community
Financial circumstances shouldn’t limit
your potential to make a difference
your potential to make a difference
Financial circumstances shouldn’t limit
your potential to make a difference
Investing in passionate individuals
creates a ripple effect of positive change
creates a ripple effect of positive change
Investing in passionate individuals
creates a ripple effect of positive change
By offering this scholarship, we’re investing in the future of psychedelic coaching
and in you – the change-makers who will shape this field for years to come.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let’s discuss how we can
support your journey into psychedelic coaching.
and in you – the change-makers who will shape this field for years to come.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let’s discuss how we can
support your journey into psychedelic coaching.
By offering this scholarship, we’re investing in the future of psychedelic coaching and in you – the change-makers who will shape this field for years to come.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let’s discuss how we can support your journey into psychedelic coaching.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let’s discuss how we can support your journey into psychedelic coaching.
By offering this scholarship, we’re investing in the future of psychedelic coaching and in you – the change-makers who will shape this field for years to come.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let’s discuss how we can support your journey into psychedelic coaching.
What happens
after you apply?
What Are the Steps to Join?
After you pay the Application Fee,
you will be automatically taken to a
page to schedule an Admissions
Interview with Psychedelic Coaching
Admissions. The purpose of this call
is to ensure you are a perfect
candidate for one of our few spots.
Schedule a private consultation with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor. This conversation helps determine if the program aligns with your professional goals and if now is the right time for you to join.
Once you are approved, you will
receive an email with payment
instructions. You will have the
option to either pay the remaining
balance in full
or set up a payment
plan that works for you
If you’re a good fit, you’ll be invited to complete the application process with a $149 application fee. This helps us ensure each cohort consists of committed practitioners ready for this transformative journey.
Once approved, you’ll receive payment options including flexible plans. Choose what works best for you and receive comprehensive onboarding materials before the program begins on March 20.
When you have chosen your
preferred method of payment, you
will get a welcome email confirming
your payment. Detailed onboarding
information will be sent before the
first class.
What Our Graduates Are Saying
I’ve Noticed a Strong and Growing Interest Among Clients
Integrating plant medicine into my coaching toolkit has been a significant and enriching development. For clients seeking deep, transformational change, it has proven to be a powerful and supportive offering. I’ve noticed a strong and growing interest among my clients when it comes to plant medicine as a transformational tool. Many are open and curious about the potential benefits it offers, especially as they seek meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
- Chris V.
Complete & Well-Thought-Out Program
After completing the Psychedelic Coaching Institute program, I found my confidence in working with clients to help with their prep and integration skyrocketed. I have had more openness to advertising my services and sharing information with people to help them navigate this renaissance of psychedelics. I truly believe what I have learned can help shape the world for the better, and I’m grateful to Paul and all the staff and instructors for sharing such a complete and well-thought-out program.
- Kathy G.
Empowered to Guide Transformative Journeys
From beginning to end, this highly participatory learning program has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, confidence and expertise to provide safe, ethical, equanimous Psychedelic Coaching Services. I’ve learned the ancient indigenous roots and wisdom of plant medicines, precision science and neuropharmacology of the molecules, and safe, practical skillfulness of merging and applying the two for profound psychological, somatic and spiritual unfoldment in the world. This has transformed and expanded myself as an Integrative Development Practitioner, working at the intersection of coaching, therapy and spirituality – now with the powerful catalyst of psychedelics.
- Chris T.
Exceeding Expectations for Aspiring Psychedelic Coaches
The Coaching Certification Program is one of the rare occasions in life in which a participant with high expectations will find them exceeded. It is the closest one could get to witnessing the program creator’s vision without being the program creator. It is extremely informative for practicing coaches who wish to introduce psychedelic modalities into their practice, but it also prepares motivated students with no prior coaching experience to comfortably and confidently help clients realize their full potential.
- Shawn W.
I Now Have a Thriving 1:1 Psychedelic-Assisted Coaching Practice
I came away from the program with so much more than foundational knowledge and a comprehensive toolkit for doing psychedelic integration coaching with integrity. I came away with a soul family; lifelong connections that are nurturing my spirit. I now have a thriving 1:1 psychedelic-assisted coaching practice, and I would not be where I am were it not for the depth of this program and the incredibly passionate and engaged Third Wave community.
- Liz C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this certification designed for?
Our certification program is designed for a diverse range of individuals passionate about personal growth and the transformative potential of psychedelics. This includes:
Whether you’re an established coach or new to the field, our program provides comprehensive training to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a proficient psychedelic coach.
- Experienced psychedelic users looking to formalize their knowledge and skills
- Coaches, therapists, and wellness practitioners interested in expanding their toolkit
- Professionals from various backgrounds seeking a career transition into psychedelic coaching
- Individuals with a deep interest in consciousness exploration and human potential
Whether you’re an established coach or new to the field, our program provides comprehensive training to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a proficient psychedelic coach.
What happens during the consultation call with Joseph?
Your consultation with Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate, is a personalized conversation to explore if the Practitioner Certification Program aligns with your goals. During this call, Joseph will discuss your background, aspirations in psychedelic coaching, and answer any questions you have about the program. He’ll provide honest feedback about whether now is the right time for you to join and if the program is a good fit for your career path. This no-pressure conversation is designed to ensure you make the best decision for your professional journey.
Do I need to be a credentialed coach to apply?
No. There are no licensing or certification requirements to participate in the program.
What is the time commitment for the certification program?
You will need 4-6 hours per week between classes, workshops, and assignments.
What is the Practicum and why is it required?
The Practicum part of the course consists of Practice Sessions and a Final Assessment,
a requirement for graduation. This phase lasts for six months and begins after the theoretical portion of the curriculum is complete. The point of the Practicum is to ensure that you understand and can skillfully apply the proprietary PCI coaching methodology.
How do I become eligible for placement in the Directory?
Participants will be expected to demonstrate consistent ethical and professional integrity. Only graduates who fully understand all course materials, receive high marks from their coach mentor on assignments, and demonstrate ongoing support for their fellow course participants will be invited to be listed on the Third Wave Directory.
Do you provide training on how to run and market a coaching business?
While our primary focus is on developing your skills as a psychedelic practitioner, we understand the importance of building a successful practice. Although we don’t provide extensive business or marketing training, we offer valuable resources to support your professional growth:
Additionally, our training equips you with a unique skill set that sets you apart in the coaching market. While you may need to seek additional resources for specific business skills, the foundation we provide gives you a strong starting point for building a successful psychedelic coaching practice.
- Listing in our Practitioner Directory upon graduation, providing exposure to potential clients
- Access to our exclusive alumni network, where you can connect with fellow practitioners, share insights, and potentially find collaboration opportunities
- Ongoing support through our community forums, where you can discuss business challenges and strategies with peers
- Occasional workshops and webinars on relevant business topics within the psychedelic coaching field
Additionally, our training equips you with a unique skill set that sets you apart in the coaching market. While you may need to seek additional resources for specific business skills, the foundation we provide gives you a strong starting point for building a successful psychedelic coaching practice.
How much does the program cost?
The total tuition for the program is $12,500, which includes the all-expenses-paid intensive in Costa Rica (excluding flights). During your consultation call with Joseph, he’ll discuss pricing details and answer any questions about the investment. Our goal is to make this transformative training accessible to committed practitioners who are ready to make an impact in this field.
Is there a payment plan?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans. After your consultation and acceptance into the program, you’ll have options for financing your tuition. We offer payment plans through Affirm and Klarna with interest rates starting at 0% depending on your approval. If you’re not approved for Affirm or Klarna, we’ll work with you to create a custom payment plan that fits your needs. Please note that if we handle the payment plan internally, an additional fee will apply.
Are there any scholarship opportunities available?
Yes, we offer the Psychedelic Coaching Institute Scholarship Fund to make our Practitioner Certification Program more accessible to passionate individuals facing financial challenges.
Here are the key points:
To apply for the scholarship:
Here are the key points:
- We offer partial tuition subsidies for qualified applicants.
- The scholarship is open to veterans, single parents, and others facing financial hardship.
To apply for the scholarship:
- Schedule your consultation call with Joseph to discuss your interest in the program.
- During your conversation, mention your interest in scholarship opportunities.
- If you proceed with your application and are accepted into the program, we’ll discuss your specific needs and scholarship possibilities.
Does the program have an explicit ethics policy?
At the Psychedelic Coaching Institute, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and values. Our ethics are vital to our business model. Our Ethics Pledge is published here.
Is the in-person intensive required for certification?
The intensive is a key element of the overall experience and is required for certification.
If you cannot attend, please contact us to see if other arrangements can be made.
If you cannot attend, please contact us to see if other arrangements can be made.
Am I guaranteed a certificate? How does “graduation” work?
In addition to meeting our attendance and homework requirements, you will be required to conduct and submit for review a practice coaching session with a client (to be recorded anonymously and deleted after review), and given a final assessment after completing the training. Upon passing this assessment, you will be awarded your Psychedelic Coaching Institute Coaching Certification certificate and all the perks that go with it.
You can view details in Section 7 of the Terms and Conditions.
You can view details in Section 7 of the Terms and Conditions.
What are your Refund Policy and Terms & Conditions?
Refund policies for all Psychedelic Coaching Institute’s courses are outlined on our refund policy page. You can view and download the Practitioner Certification Program Terms and Conditions here.
We're Here to Guide You on Your Journey
Ready to discuss your professional path in psychedelic coaching?
Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate, offers
personalized consultations to help you:
Ready to discuss your professional path in psychedelic coaching?
Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate, offers
personalized consultations to help you:
Joseph Anew, our Career Advisor and program graduate, offers
personalized consultations to help you:
- Determine if psychedelic coaching aligns with your career vision
- Explore whether our certification is the optimal path for your goals
- Assess if this is the right moment for you to begin this journey
- Receive candid guidance on qualification and preparation
This no-pressure conversation is designed to provide clarity and direction,
whether you’re ready to apply now or considering options for the future.
whether you’re ready to apply now or considering options for the future.
This no-pressure conversation is designed to provide clarity and direction,
whether you’re ready to apply now or considering options for the future.
Joseph Anew
Career Advisor
ⓒ PSYCHEDELIC COACHING INSTITUTE 2025
