✓ Last verified: February 4, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Known For: Established in 2012, the Center for Medicinal Mindfulness is one of the earliest legal psychedelic therapy centers in North America. Founded by Daniel McQueen, the center specializes in ketamine-assisted psychedelic therapy (KAP) alongside cannabis-assisted therapy and community breathwork experiences, offering a uniquely integrative and mindfulness-based approach to psychedelic healing in Boulder.
| Google Reviews | ⭐ Mixed Reviews (Limited Sample) |
| Location | Boulder, Colorado |
| Address | 75 Manhattan Drive, Suite 106, Boulder, CO 80303 |
| Phone | (303) 562-4128 |
| Website | medicinalmindfulness.org |
| Treatments | Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) – Oral Lozenges & IM Injection, Cannabis-Assisted Therapy, Community Breathwork |
| Conditions Treated | Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Trauma, Existential Distress, Life Transitions |
| Cost | Contact for pricing – KAP sessions typically 3 hours |
| Insurance | Not accepted – Private pay |
| KAP Available | Yes – Core offering with preparation and integration sessions |
| Clinical Lead | Daniel McQueen, Founder & Executive Director |
HealingMaps Take: The Center for Medicinal Mindfulness holds a unique place as one of the earliest legal psychedelic therapy centers in the U.S., and their decade-plus of experience is a genuine differentiator. Their approach goes well beyond standard ketamine infusions, integrating mindfulness practices and extended 3-hour KAP sessions. However, prospective patients should be aware of mixed feedback — while many describe transformative experiences, some have reported communication issues around treatment eligibility. We recommend discussing the full intake process and requirements upfront before committing.
Market Position: Center for Medicinal Mindfulness treats both depression and PTSD — the two most common ketamine therapy indications, accounting for 34% of HealingMaps patient inquiries.
Industry pricing reference. Center for Medicinal Mindfulness has not published specific per-session pricing — contact the clinic directly for a quote. The calculator above shows typical metro-level cost estimates across protocols, not this clinic’s specific prices.
| Protocol | Typical Industry Cost | Offered Here |
|---|---|---|
| IV Ketamine | $350–$650/session | — |
| Spravato (esketamine) | $0–$250 copay (insured) | — |
| IM Ketamine | $250–$400/injection | ✓ Yes |
| KAP (with therapist) | $400–$1,200/session | ✓ Yes |
| At-home troches | $150–$300/month | ✓ Yes |
Sources: CDC PLACES 2023 (Boulder County, CO, crude prevalence) · U.S. Census ACS 5 Year · HealingMaps proprietary patient inquiry data.
Behind this data: HealingMaps has analyzed 23,496 patient inquiries (Oct 2022 – Mar 2026), mapped 1,473 verified clinics across 3,142 counties, scraped 132 clinic pricing pages, and collected 658 practitioner survey responses. This snapshot reflects our multi-source methodology.
13.5% of ketamine inquiries specifically cite PTSD — second only to depression as a driver of patient demand in the HealingMaps corpus. Source: HealingMaps 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report — drawn from 23,496 patient inquiries and 132 clinic website analyses.
This 3-question summary is matched to the protocols and conditions Center for Medicinal Mindfulness treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored, grounded in our 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report.
Yes — Center for Medicinal Mindfulness offers KAP, which combines ketamine dosing with structured psychotherapy during the dissociative window. KAP sessions are longer than standalone infusions and priced accordingly. A reasonable consult question: whether KAP is delivered by a single integrated provider, or by a separate therapist working with the prescribing clinician.
Center for Medicinal Mindfulness treats depression via KAP for trauma-anchored depression. Insurance coverage is rare for IV/KAP — most patients pay out of pocket. TRD is typically defined as two or more prior antidepressant trials without sufficient response — patients meeting that bar are best candidates here.
Yes — Center for Medicinal Mindfulness treats anxiety, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder. The evidence base for ketamine in anxiety is less robust than for depression, but it can be a meaningful option for patients who haven’t responded to SSRIs or benzodiazepines. Worth asking which of their protocols they typically recommend for anxiety-primary patients.
Chan
February 27, 2024 at 10:33 pmIf I could give no stars, I would. Went through the entire process, got off my current meds, and then was denied service the day before my first ketamine treatment. Now they are denying my request for records so that I can move on to another therapist. Awful people. Awful practice.
Helpful ReviewBarb Piculell
May 9, 2023 at 10:22 pmAre you using psilocybin in your treatment options.? Have you treated anyone with misophonia?
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