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I am Gerard Artesona, an Oakland-based psychotherapist specialising in psychedelic integration therapy.

My therapeutic approach bridges the science of psychology with entheogenic ritual & practice to support you in your healing journey.

I received a Masters in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (currently known as Sofia University) in 2012. I have also received certification in Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Somatic Therapy, and as a yoga teacher. 

I began my relationship with Ayahuasca/Yaje in 2010, and since then, have travelled frequently to Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia, often staying for months out of the year, to deepen my understanding of indigenous Amazonian usage of Ayahuasca and Yaje. 

Prior to my personal therapy practice, I worked at John Muir Behavioral Hospital, Homeless Children's Network, group rehabilitation homes, and San Mateo County Jail. I have worked with  migrant youth and families, minors and adults in psychiatric settings, patients detoxing from drugs and alcohol, and have facilitated integration groups for clients undergoing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. I have experience working with patients and clients of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and mental health issues. In my private practice, I currently focus on working with adult clients who are experiencing the impacts of complex trauma, depression and anxiety, as well as major life transitions, existential concerns, chronic illness, neurodivergence, and non-ordinary states of consciousness.