Robert Anderson is a cornerstone of Eleusium, serving as the Co-Founder and Clinical Director. Robert has over 20 years of experience treating CPTSD, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, and depression. He has worked in agency, private practice, and university settings. Over the past 5 years Robert has been studying psychedelic therapy, combining his personal and professional experience into an approach that is built from his education and training. Robert has been pivotal in shaping Eleusium's approach to holistic mental health and wellness.

Credentials

Mindfulness Based Psychedelic Guide, Centre For Medicinal Mindfulness

GROF® Legacy Training – Foundations in Transpersonal Psychology & Breathwork

Somatic Experiencing (Intermediate)

Therapsil Provisional Associate

FieldTrip Health (KAP Coop Training)

Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO

Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals: member

Yorkville University, MACP

Saint Paul University, PhD

Psychedelic Integration and Cannabis Journey Guidance:

Robert's role as a mindfulness based psychedelic guide (MBPG) is central to Eleusium. He provides insightful support to individuals before and after their psychedelic cannabis experiences, helping them derive meaningful and lasting change from their journeys. His education and experience is marked by a deep understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis and psychedelic compounds, utilized in a way that is both transformative and grounding.

Therapeutic Philosophy:

Robert maintains a humanistic approach being influenced by his training in Somatic Experiencing, an approach that addresses trauma in the body fostering nervous system regulation and release. His combined treatment approach includes training in parts work, psychodynamic, transpersonal and relational psychology . Robert helps his clients learn to relate to themselves and to the world around them with patience, honesty and compassion. His approach is flexible and creative giving his clients what is required helping make the changes that are realistic and sustainable. 

Robert has taken the time to explore corresponding modalities that align with his understanding of health and wellbeing. This includes working and training with shamans in ceremonial settings locally and abroad and obtaining his Buddhist vows. Robert has also trained in healing modalities and has explored alternative approaches to life such as Eastern Philosophy, Yoga and mystical traditions of religion.

His commitment to staying on top of the latest research and developments in the field of psychedelic therapy ensures that Eleusium remains at the forefront of the industry, offering cutting-edge, compassionate care. Whether you're seeking psychotherapy, psychedelic integration coaching, or a guided cannabis journey, Robert would be honoured to be a part of your journey to healing and wellness

Email: rob@eleusium.ca