Exploring MDMA: A Harm Reduction Approach for Therapeutic Healing

This course offers a clear, accessible exploration of MDMA and its therapeutic potential, broken into six key sections:

1. What is MDMA?
An introduction to the compound itself—how it works in the brain and body, and what makes it unique as an empathogen and therapeutic tool.

2. Background & History
A look at the origins of MDMA, from its early synthesis to its rise in both underground therapy and recreational use, including the evolving legal and cultural landscape.

3. Medical vs. Recreational Use
This section contrasts the intentional, controlled setting of MDMA-assisted therapy with recreational contexts, highlighting key differences in mindset, setting, dosage, and outcomes.

4. MDMA-Assisted Therapies
An overview of current clinical research and real-world applications, with a focus on MDMA’s use in treating PTSD, trauma, and emotional healing, including MAPS-sponsored studies.

5. Preparation for MDMA Work
Practical guidance on how to approach MDMA experiences with care and intention—covering mindset, setting, safety, integration, and harm reduction strategies.

6. Resources & Next Steps
Participants are connected to further reading, support networks, and emerging research to continue their exploration beyond the course.

Together, these sections provide a balanced, evidence-based foundation for anyone considering MDMA as a tool for personal growth or therapeutic healing.