Support our revealing documentary exploring the transformative power of psychedelic therapy in diverse and unexpected settings.
WHAT IS THE UNDERGROUND THERAPISTS?
This groundbreaking documentary, The Underground Therapists, fearlessly explores psychedelic-assisted therapy through the eyes of its practitioners – those often-unsung heroes working outside the usual medical box.
Get to know the courageous administrators navigating legal hurdles and professional risks to guide folks toward deep trauma healing. Their dedication, often happening quietly or in the early stages of acceptance, is what this film is all about. We're here to celebrate these pioneers and their powerful, alternative perspective on mental wellness.
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WHY SUPPORT THIS FILM?
- Open Dialogue: Break down stigma and misinformation surrounding psychedelic therapy for trauma.
- Recognize the Pioneers: Highlight the training, commitment and innovative spirit of those administering psychedelic-assisted therapy, frequently in the face of significant challenges.
- Recognize the Pioneers and Risk-Takers: Doing this work isn't exactly risk-free. We want to show some respect for the courage it takes to walk this path.
- Uncover Their Dedication: Offer a deeper understanding of the profound care and ethical considerations that guide these practitioners in their work.
- Advance the Dialogue: Contribute to a more informed and nuanced public conversation about the essential role these therapists play in the future of mental healthcare.
WHAT WE NEED
We are seeking to raise $100,000 to bring the untold stories of The Underground Therapists to the screen. These crucial funds will enable us to:
- Capture the Real Journeys: Fund our boots-on-the-ground filming in diverse settings, documenting the raw and intimate experiences of both those healing and the therapists leading the way.
- Get the Inside Word: Support our efforts to interview the experts, the seasoned guides, and the individuals who've navigated these psychedelic waters, bringing their unique insights to the film.
- Navigate the Nuances Responsibly: Your contribution helps us bring in the legal brains and cultural sensitivity experts to ensure we tell these complex and often misunderstood stories with care and integrity.
- Forge a Film That Resonates: Help us fund the crucial post-production – the sharp editing, immersive sound, evocative music, and striking visuals – to create a film that truly captures the power of these experiences.
- Unleash This Story on the World: Support our distribution strategy to get this film seen by communities, educators, and even those in charge, sparking a vital conversation about this evolving field.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
As a token of our gratitude, we offer the following opportunities to be a part of this vital project:
MEET THE TEAM
The Underground Therapists is a joint effort from Narratives and The Doe, leveraging our collective expertise in impactful storytelling and journalism. Our dedicated team is committed to exploring these vital stories of unconventional trauma healing.
Milan Kordestani is a senior journalist with Narratives, bringing sharp investigative skills to complex human stories. His commitment to impactful narrative and exploring evolving social issues makes him a key voice on The Underground Therapists, examining the frontiers of unconventional healing.
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Joshua joins Narratives with over 20 years of creative and documentary experience. From a foundation in design, to a White House Photography internship under Pete Souza, to an extensive body of work as Creative Director at AnKord Media—he’s always here to help you “shoot your shot.”
Cleo Stiller comes to Narratives and The Doe after a decade of working in public service journalism as an Emmy Award and Peabody Award-nominated television journalist and author. The throughline on all her projects is always this: people first, humanity first, empathy first.
OUR VISION
We're not here to whisper about psychedelic therapy. Our vision for The Underground Therapists is to kickstart a real, no-holds-barred conversation about its potential to heal deep trauma. We're aiming to:
- Smash the Stigma: Let's learn the truth about these cutting-edge therapies through honest, unfiltered stories and help people understand what's actually going on.
- Get the Smart Folks Talking: We want to create a space where the experts, the brave practitioners, and the people who've been through it can share their experiences – the good, the bad, and the mind-blowing.
- Push for Answers: It's time to get serious about the science and figure out how to make these therapies safe and available for those who really need them.
- Spread Some Hope: We want to show that there are different paths to healing, offering a message of possibility and strength for folks dealing with heavy stuff.
SHARE OUR MISSION
Share this project with anyone who might be interested in the future of mental health, trauma healing, and the potential of psychedelic medicine.
THANK YOU FOR JOINING US ON THIS IMPORTANT JOURNEY!
