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Australian Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Practitioners

AMAPP has been formed to be the peak body for legal psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) in Australia. We are a registered charity with the ACNC and the ATO. Our mission is to create a trusted and ethical space for Psychedelic Assisted Treatment (PAT) practitioners to thrive.

Our affordable memberships help to ensure that students and healthcare professionals have access to high-quality, up-to-date resources that assist in navigating a variety of nuanced aspects of PAT practice. By providing peer support, advocacy, educational opportunities and  resources, we strengthen a movement that honours healing, integrity, and the useful role of psychedelics in helping address mental health problems and the maintenance of a healthy  society.

Click the buttons below to learn about our team and read our mission and position statements.

Join AMAPP today to shape the future of psychedelic-assisted therapy

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Interested in an AMAPP membership? Scroll through the cards below to see what our members have to say.

  • "I have loved being a member of AMAPP. I and trained in Psychedelic Assisted Therap and provide integration sessions from a harm minimisation perspective to clients as counsellor. At this stage in the field, I don't feel there are lots of opportunities for counsellors to work directly in PAT, so being part of AMAPP has allowed me to stay connected to the field. I have attended some peer supervision and webinars presented by AMAPP, and have found everyone to be so welcoming, supportive and inclusive across disciplines, there was no feeling of being just a counsellor'. Huge gratitude to all the volunteers for their tireless efforts."

    Ell Shannon - Counsellor

  • As a psychedelic-assisted therapist and naturopath, being a member of AMAPP has been an incredibly enriching experience. The community provides an inclusive and supportive environment that bridges diverse disciplines, allowing me to connect with like-minded practitioners who share a passion for ethical, evidence-based (PAT). AMAPP’s peer supervision sessions and webinars have been invaluable for deepening my understanding and offering practical insights that enhance my practice. The organization’s commitment to education, and clinical governance ensures I stay informed and empowered to deliver the best outcomes for my clients. I’m grateful for AMAPP’s welcoming network and the tireless efforts of its volunteers, which make it a vital hub for shaping the future of PAT in Australia. Joining AMAPP has truly strengthened my professional journey and reinforced my dedication to holistic healing.

    Lauren Lacey Psychotherapist, Naturopath, Nutritionist

  • Being involved with AMAPP is both a professional privilege and a personal commitment to the evolving field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. It offers a space grounded in ethical frameworks, peer support, lived experience, professional collaboration, and the integration of science—while honouring the cultural teachings and sacred wisdom of Indigenous and First Nations peoples worldwide.I feel deeply aligned with a trauma-informed approach to care, especially the emphasis on consent, choice, equity, and community building. Mindful of how power can intersect with vulnerable communities, I’m excited to be part of platforms that connect and inspire us. I look forward to co-creating spaces for knowledge exchange, mutual support, and peer-led dialogue; advancing this field with integrity, courage, professionalism, and openness, while improving outcomes and amplifying voices in accessible, culturally informed ways.

    Ludo Kourouvanis Social Worker and Therapist

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About AMAPP​

AMAPP has been formed to be the peak body for legal psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) in Australia; providing a framework for its safe, ethical, accountable and effective introduction focusing on the best client outcomes. We are a registered charity with the ACNC and the ATO and our mission involves education and advocacy.

If you are a healthcare practitioner with an interest or training in Psychedelic assisted therapy (PAT) click the button below:

Our mission is to create a trusted and ethical space for Psychedelic Assisted Treatment (PAT) practitioners to thrive. By providing peer support, advocacy, educational opportunities and resources, we strengthen a movement that honours healing, integrity, and the useful role of psychedelics in helping address mental health problems and the maintenance of a healthy society.

Peer Support

Nurture a connected and multidisciplinary PAT community that honours both professional  expertise and lived experience. Through mentorship, leadership, and a strong foundation of  support, this network fosters resilience, ethical practice, and innovation, strengthening the field  for both practitioners and society.

Advocacy

We advocate for equitable, safe, and ethical PAT by promoting awareness, access, and harm  reduction for the community, supporting client rights to best-practice care, and ensuring fair  policies, protections, and support for practitioners.

Trust

As the peak PAT body, AMAPP integrates research into real-world practice, balancing potential  and risk. With courage, we advance PAT with scientific rigour, wisdom, and openness, free from  stigma, to instil trust in our members, clients, sector, and the wider community.

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AMAPP Mission Statement

Our mission is to create a trusted and ethical space for Psychedelic Assisted Treatment (PAT) practitioners to thrive. By providing peer support, advocacy, educational opportunities and resources, we strengthen a movement that honours healing, integrity, and the useful role of psychedelics in helping address mental health problems and the maintenance of a healthy society.

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AMAPP Position Statement Short

This document is designed to be a useful and quickly readable summary of AMAPP’s position in relation to Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. A more detailed explanation, including much of the science involved, is described in the document entitled, “AMAPP Position Statement Explanation”.

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AMAPP Position Statement

AMAPP’s position statement addresses a range of key issues, from the classification and application of psychedelics in therapy to the importance of harm reduction and the ongoing debate around decriminalization. The document emphasizes the necessity of rigorous clinical trials, the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to therapy, and the potential of PAT to transform mental health care in Australia. It also addresses the complexities surrounding the use of psychedelics, advocating for a balanced perspective that acknowledges their therapeutic potential while prioritizing safety and ethical considerations.

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