Colorado has officially opened its first licensed psilocybin healing centers in Denver and Boulder, making it the second state after Oregon to offer legal psilocybin therapy services to adults.
Colorado Makes History
Colorado has officially joined Oregon as the second state in the nation to offer legal psilocybin therapy services. This week, the first licensed healing centers opened their doors in Denver and Boulder, marking the culmination of years of advocacy and careful regulatory development following the passage of Proposition 122 in November 2022.
The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) has approved five healing centers to begin operations, with more expected to receive licenses in the coming months.
How Colorado's Program Works
Colorado's approach differs from Oregon's in several key ways:
Healing Centers vs. Service Centers — Colorado uses the term "healing centers" and has emphasized a more holistic, wellness-oriented framework.
Natural Medicine Focus — Proposition 122 also decriminalized other natural psychedelics including DMT, ibogaine, and mescaline (excluding peyote), though only psilocybin services are currently being offered.
Facilitator Requirements — Colorado requires 200 hours of training for facilitators, compared to Oregon's 120 hours.
Pricing — Early indications suggest Colorado sessions may be priced similarly to Oregon, ranging from $1,500-$3,500 for a full therapeutic experience including preparation and integration.
What to Expect
Those interested in accessing Colorado's psilocybin healing centers should know:
- You must be 21 or older
- No prescription or diagnosis is required
- Sessions include preparation, the psilocybin experience, and integration support
- The psilocybin must be consumed on-site; you cannot take it home
- Wait times are currently 2-4 weeks at most centers
For more information, visit the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies website or contact individual healing centers directly.
Key Takeaways
Colorado has officially opened its first licensed psilocybin healing centers in Denver and Boulder, making it the second state after Oregon to offer legal psilocybin therapy services to adults.
FAQ
- Where are Colorado's first psilocybin healing centers?
- The first licensed healing centers opened in Denver and Boulder. More are expected in the coming months.
- How does Colorado's psilocybin program differ from Oregon's?
- Colorado uses the term 'healing centers' and requires 200 hours of facilitator training (Oregon requires 120). Proposition 122 also covers other natural psychedelics; only psilocybin services are offered so far.
- Who can access Colorado psilocybin healing centers?
- Adults 21 or older. No prescription or diagnosis is required. Sessions are on-site only; you cannot take psilocybin home.
- How much does psilocybin therapy cost in Colorado?
- Early indications suggest $1,500–$3,500 for a full experience including preparation and integration, similar to Oregon.